Delivering Joe Manganiello’s Dungeons and Dragons Table

Black Forest Wood Co.32 minutes read

Joe Manganiello's custom Black Forest wood table is created with Bastogne Walnut for a river effect, epoxy pouring for rippled effects, and CNC flattening. The table, featuring a two-tier storage system and unique design, required 180 liters of resin and faced challenges during delivery but was met with excitement upon unveiling.

Insights

  • Timing is crucial for creating rippled effects in the epoxy poured on the Black Forest wood table for Joe Manganiello, ensuring a visually captivating finish.
  • The gaming table, crafted from a nine-foot-wide fat Stone walnut tree, boasts unique pools and islands resembling marine life, setting a new standard for artistic and functional gaming tables.

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Recent questions

  • What type of wood is used for the table?

    Black Forest wood

  • How is the table assembled?

    Titebond 3 adhesive and dowels

  • What finishing techniques are used on the table?

    General Finishes wood stain in black and acrylic urethane finish

  • What unique design features does the table have?

    Fish foam pattern, secret door for storage, and two-tier storage system

  • What challenges were faced during the table's delivery?

    Weather conditions and the need for a spider crane for lifting

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Summary

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Custom Black Forest Wood Table for Joe

  • The table being delivered to Joe Manganiello is a Black Forest wood table.
  • The slab used for the table is Bastogne Walnut from GL Veneer, split down the middle for a river effect.
  • A base layer is poured to hide mounting plates for legs and achieve desired color while maintaining depth.
  • Timing is crucial for pouring the top layer of epoxy to create interesting rippled effects.
  • The table is flattened using a CNC machine after being demolded and waiting for seven days.
  • A custom size is designed for Joe's table to give a finished height of 32 inches instead of 30 inches.
  • Titebond 3 adhesive and dowels are used for assembly, with charring the wood for texture.
  • General Finishes wood stain in black is applied to achieve a consistent finish on the wood grain.
  • An acrylic urethane finish is applied for maximum durability and protection.
  • The table had to be sanded down and re-sprayed due to cloudiness from too many coats of polyurethane.

14:09

"Big Show-inspired table with secret storage"

  • The table should be the first piece moved, measuring 144 inches (12 feet by 5 foot 8).
  • The table was designed to accommodate large individuals like the Big Show and tall characters.
  • The table features a fish foam pattern with wood and complementary colors for cabinetry.
  • A secret door for storage will be included in the design.
  • Artwork, including dragon heads and statues, will adorn the room.
  • Paintings, miniatures, and books will be displayed in the room.
  • The table will have a two-tier storage system and shelves for books and modules.
  • The table will be made of Black Forest wood and allow for terrain building.
  • The delivery of the table faced challenges due to weather and required a spider crane for lifting.
  • The table unveiling was met with excitement and admiration for its unique design and quality.

34:31

"Unique Artistic Gaming Table from California"

  • The gaming table is made from a nine-foot-wide fat Stone walnut tree cut from California, which was warped and twisted, requiring it to be broken and reassembled with resin.
  • The table features unique pools and islands in the wood, resembling a shark or Orca swimming, with intricate figures visible.
  • The table is a large, artistic piece that sets a benchmark for gaming tables, distinct from modular ones with drawers and cup holders.
  • The creation process involved 300 man hours, including 30 hours of polishing, splitting the tree, cracking it, sanding, and pouring resin in layers.
  • A total of 180 liters of resin, equivalent to 40 gallons, were used in the table, with a meticulous process to create ripples in the resin.
  • The table's size allows for ample space for people to sit comfortably, accommodating even taller individuals, making it a unique and functional piece.
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