Live Edge Walnut Bench

Tips When Buying Wood:

Has the wood been dried properly?
Wood can be kiln dried or air dried and both methods are totally acceptable when done correctly. The importance of properly dried wood is to insure that the wood doesn't warp and twist on you from seasonal temperature and humidity changes.

Has your wood been flattened?
Flattened wood allows for a smooth even slab, this makes the wood easier to sand and finish for someone who doesn't have the machinery to flatten wood.

How is the price of the wood determined?
When purchasing lumber or slabs, the price is based on the cost per board foot associated with that species and grade of the wood. Certain species are more expensive than others, and thicker boards typically cost more per board foot.

How to calculate board feet?
Calculating the total number of board feet uses this calculation:
Width (in inches) x Length (in inches) x Thickness (in inches) divided by 144 = total number of board feet.

Note: all our live edge slabs have been kiln dried and flattened.


Standard Bench Dimensions:

Bench Length: 2 Seater = 42" - 52"

Bench Width: 16" - 20" 

Bench Height: 16" - 18"


Things To Consider Before Building A Bench: 

Do you want your Bench to have epoxy?
Epoxy can be a nice way of making your piece more practical. Epoxy can also give you some more options in terms of creativity. Learn more and purchase epoxy HERE.

What style of legs do you want for your Bench?
Metal/steel legs are a common choice for benches. Hair pin legs and "U" shape legs are the most common.

Wooden legs also work great on benches but tend to be a little more expensive than steel legs.

Waterfall Legs look great and are very aesthetically pleasing and work really well on benches.

Are you incorporating inlays such as bowties?
Bowties are included to stabilize a split or a crack in the slab from splitting further. They can also be added solely for decorative purposes.

Live edge vs square edge? 
Square Edge will typically give you a more modern/clean look where live edge will appear more rustic.

What species of wood are you using?
The species of wood is often determined by the customer and whether or not they want a light or dark bench.
Lighter species of wood include: Oak, Ash, Maple and Elm.
Darker Species include: Walnut, Mahogany and Wenge.

How do you plan on finishing your bench?
We recommend using Rubio Monocoat Pure 2C Oil.
You can learn more and purchase Rubio Monocoat HERE.

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