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Tilt Top Table

Season 1 Episode 111 | 26m 46s

Tom McLaughlin shares his design for a Shaker-inspired table made out of curly maple and takes a deep-dive into explaining the mechanism that makes this piece so unique. The table has a pedestal base which attaches to the top with a turned column which Tom shapes at the lathe. He also uses the band saw to shape and refine the feet, making this project engaging in its use of numerous techniques.

Aired: 05/04/22
Distributed nationally by American Public Television
Extras
Guest Chris Becksvoort joins Tom in his shop to make a stunning table lamp.
Tom shares the design for his hanging tool cabinet.
Tom makes a spectacular coffee table with a waterfall end and wood base.
Tom welcomed David Lamb, to his shop as they share tips for making an end table.
Tom makes a Shaker-inspired blanket chest with drawer and bracket feet.
A contemporary take on a classic design: the Adirondack lawn chair.
Tom is joined by Mike Pekovich who shares his methods for making a beautiful tea box.
Tom collaborates with guest John Ryan to craft authentic reproduction Shaker oval boxes.
Tom shares his technique for making a Craftsman-style dining chair out of white oak.
Tom collaborates with guest Terry Moore on a round side table project.
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Guest Chris Becksvoort joins Tom in his shop to make a stunning table lamp.
Tom shares the design for his hanging tool cabinet.
Tom makes a spectacular coffee table with a waterfall end and wood base.
Tom welcomed David Lamb, to his shop as they share tips for making an end table.
Tom makes a Shaker-inspired blanket chest with drawer and bracket feet.
A contemporary take on a classic design: the Adirondack lawn chair.
Tom is joined by Mike Pekovich who shares his methods for making a beautiful tea box.
Tom collaborates with guest John Ryan to craft authentic reproduction Shaker oval boxes.
Tom shares his technique for making a Craftsman-style dining chair out of white oak.
Tom collaborates with guest Terry Moore on a round side table project.