The Most Stunning Piece of Black Walnut You'll Ever See | Blacktail Studio

TLDRIn this video, Cam works with an incredibly beautiful slab of black walnut from Gobi Walnut. He fills cracks with epoxy, seals the slab, and recesses the table legs. The result is a stunning piece of art.

Key insights

🌳The slab of black walnut from Gobi Walnut is incredibly beautiful and has amazing grain and figure.

🔨Cam fills cracks with black epoxy and seals the slab using deep pore liquid glass epoxy.

💡The use of epoxy and proper sealing enhances the color and grain of the wood, bringing out its natural beauty.

Cam demonstrates the process of recessing table legs using a router and chisel.

👨‍🔧Cam recommends using Flowy Line Design table legs for a contemporary and handmade look.

Q&A

What is the source of the black walnut slab?

The slab comes from Gobi Walnut, owned by Art, who is known for his access to the most beautiful wood.

How does Cam fill cracks in the wood?

Cam uses black epoxy to fill cracks, providing a contrasting and visually appealing element.

What is the purpose of sealing the slab?

Sealing the slab with deep pore liquid glass epoxy enhances the color and grain of the wood, making it more vibrant.

How does Cam recess the table legs?

Cam demonstrates the process of recessing table legs using a router and chisel, ensuring a secure and aesthetically pleasing attachment.

Where can I find the table legs used in the video?

The table legs used in the video are from Flowy Line Design, known for their contemporary and handmade designs.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to working with an oversized slab of black walnut from Gobi Walnut.

02:29Cam fills cracks in the wood with black epoxy, enhancing the natural beauty of the slab.

03:58Sealing the slab with deep pore liquid glass epoxy enhances the color and grain of the wood.

04:22Cam demonstrates the process of recessing table legs using a router and chisel.

06:01Recommendation of Flowy Line Design table legs for their contemporary and handmade look.