EP. 54 MODERN INDOOR FIREWOOD RACK

Today on Modern Builds, I'll be making a Mid-Century inspired slatted coffee table from solid walnut and maple dowels. This design could easily be made using 2x4 pine as well.

MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES:

4 - Pine 2x2's

Pocket Hole Jig (optional): http://amzn.to/2j4gcRW

Propane Torch: http://amzn.to/2jhn5x6

Medium Walnut Danish Oil: http://amzn.to/2j6pVYq

Clear Spray Finish: http://amzn.to/2jtw2CL

Wood Glue: http://amzn.to/2jtC4mN

CUT LIST:

Be sure to adjust dimension to fit your space/needs

4 @

2 @

7 @

STEP ONE: CUT IT UP

I cut everything on the chop saw with a stop block for repeatability and accuracy, though a simple circular saw would work just fine.

STEP TWO: ASSEMBLE SIDES

With just about everything with woodworking, there's multiple ways to assemble the sides. For the bottom slats, I used pocket screws. For the top slats, I screwed straight through and used a plug to hide the hardware.

STEP THREE: ATTACH THE SIDES TOGETHER

Next, I just attahced the two sides together.

STEP FOUR: BURN IT

My initial plan for this project was to apply an ebony stain for a black look, but after applying a couple coats, it just wasn't dark enough, so I decided to burn it lightly with a small propane torch.

STEP FIVE: DANISH OIL

For some contrast, I applied two coats of medium walnut Danish oil to the three bottom slats. Then I put a couple coats of clear finish on everything so that it was clean to the touch.

That's all there is to it! I hope you enjoyed it and go out and make your own. If you do, don't forget to ask any questions and to tag me in a picture of it! I'd love to see what you come up with.

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