milling pics and vids

[pup]

Like that a lot pup, name suits it, it's the sort of thing David Nash would make and put a long winded explanation of in fitting organic form complimenting its surroundings and put a big££££On it. Bet the client was caped about it

Gray Git - thank you. David Nash! Now there's a compliment.

[bobh]

No need to be shy of posting something as good as that, truly excellent, a great design.

Also very interested in the mechanics of it, was it screwed, bolted etc.

[pup]

Alec, attached is side on pic. I hope.

Anyhow, the leg is notched to support the seat, then screwed with 150mm timber framing screws, and forms the support for the next piece up on the backrest. Cheers, Alun.

[agg221]

Alec, attached is side on pic. I hope.

Anyhow, the leg is notched to support the seat, then screwed with 150mm timber framing screws, and forms the support for the next piece up on the backrest. Cheers, Alun.

 

Thanks Alun, that's very clear. I shall know what to do with the next suitably non-straight bit of oak that shows up:001_smile:

 

Alec

[muttley9050]

Amazing work pup, loving it a lot. How was it all fixed together?

[delabodge]

nice work mate, nice to see something from outside of the box,,,,,

[pup]

Thanks to all for positive comments.

So, construction. The 2" thick planks are spaced by 2" blocks. Blocks are screwed down to the previous plank with a 60mm timberfix screw, counterbored. This is to hold them in place while you fix the next plank. The next plank is screwed using 150mm timberfix screws, counterbored, going right through the spacer and into the previous plank. Repeat until you get to seat height. The seat is fixed at the front in the same manner, and the back legs are notched to support the seat. 150mm screws to hold it all together. The backrest is a repeat of the front support. Visible counterbores are plugged and sanded flush.

Cheers, Alun.

[Rob D]

Thank you Wisewood, great feedback. I was a bit shy to post for fear of being shot down, your comment is appreciated.

 

 

 

That is one of the most original benches I have ever seen - really like how it only reveals itself fully from a side angle....

 

 

 

In fact it's so good have started you a thread purely on it!

 

http://arbtalk.co.uk/forum/alaskan-mill/64647-one-coolest-benches-ive-yet-seen.html#post985629

 

I will be looking for a twisty tree like this to have a go myself!

 

 

Did you use an Alaskan to mill it?

 

 

 

[pup]

That is one of the most original benches I have ever seen - really like how it only reveals itself fully from a side angle....

 

 

 

In fact it's so good have started you a thread purely on it!

 

http://arbtalk.co.uk/forum/alaskan-mill/64647-one-coolest-benches-ive-yet-seen.html#post985629

 

I will be looking for a twisty tree like this to have a go myself!

 

 

Did you use an Alaskan to mill it?

 

 

 

wow! thank you Rob.

I did use an Alaskan Mill for this, purchased from you, and I love it.

Cheers, Alun.

[muttley9050]

Alun, what was your method for getting the first cut flat on such a bendy log?