peninsula cab

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Comment by justin waldron on September 11, 2011 at 7:14pm

No need for thanks, glad I could help!

Comment by justin waldron on September 11, 2011 at 7:13pm

yes, that is oak and Tiger Maple is Maple that has been quartersawn.

Comment by Mike Robson on September 11, 2011 at 1:31pm

So it is Oak ?... the reason I ask is I was also told it might be "Tiger maple" if it had the marks.

Thanks for the link and your time...

Comment by justin waldron on September 11, 2011 at 7:52am

Mike, that is perfectly normal, those streaks are actual rings from the tree and you can see them when the wood is quartersawn.  http://www.allwoodwork.com/article/woodwork/plainorquartersawn.htm  This site should be informative to you, most antique furniture that you see with the streaks was made with quartersawn white oak.  There is more waste with quartersawing, but the wood is much more stable that way.  Hope this helps.

Comment by Mike Robson on September 11, 2011 at 7:45am

Thanks Justin, I added a picture in the top left of this "hall mirror" I have been working on. The wood may even be two different types...not sure.

Comment by justin waldron on September 8, 2011 at 6:03am

Hey Mike, I would really have to see a picture of what you are talking about to help.  I haven't worked at all with anything reclaimed to be honest, but would be more than happy to help if I can.

Comment by Mike Robson on September 7, 2011 at 9:17pm

have asked on "chat" a couple of times with no reply. I have started a Hall Mirror made from re claimed oak from a farm house a half hours drive away. I was told it was oak...when you cut into it some pieces have silver/white worm shaped areas in the grain. is this normal with oak ? i have never worked with hardwood before...alot more work than pine.

Comment by justin waldron on August 25, 2011 at 3:16pm

Thanks Mike, i appreciate your comment.  There really isn't a lot to it, to be honest.  I will be more than happy to help you out if you have any questions.

Comment by Mike Robson on August 24, 2011 at 7:33pm

Very nice work Justin...someday I hope to produce cabinetry this nice. please keep posting pictures.