Modern Walnut Coffee Table

Here is the making of a custom, modern walnut coffee table designed and built for my clients. While a simple looking build, this table tested my technical skills as I tried something brand new to me, a trapped sliding dovetail connecting the bases to the top by sliding the top around the base, locking the dovetail in. This joint will help keep the table top flat, resists racking making the table super strong without the need for a lower stretcher. At the end of the day, this table is an example of how homemade is better than store bought. Sign up for my Newsletter: www.keatonbeyerwoodworking.com/newsletter-signup A special thank you to all my subscribers! www.keatonbeyerwoodworking.com/blog/giving-thanks For those interested, check me out on other platforms such as Instagram @Keaton_Beyer_Woodworking. https://instagram.com/keaton_beyer_woodworking Videos Sofa Table: https://youtu.be/cWob9urWlLY How to Use a Planer Sled: https://youtu.be/qa-pTicxzNU $8000 Dining Table: https://youtu.be/Aut813ZnTXc Modern Bookcase: https://youtu.be/Q1RTjb6ZdXs Here are some affiliate links to products I used in this build. Tools: Shoulder Plane: https://amzn.to/3F5HTT6 Makita Corded Track Saw: https://amzn.to/3ZFUDJR Bosch 10" Miter Saw: https://amzn.to/3LLSSoz Bosch Router: https://amzn.to/46vtFGY DeWalt 735X Planer: https://amzn.to/3PZxqyT Bosch Router Edge Guide: https://amzn.to/3rovIOp My Favorite Panel Clamps: https://amzn.to/48APneI Filming Equipment: Tripod: https://amzn.to/3rqbSlR Lights: https://amzn.to/45kjkgg Microphone: https://amzn.to/3PAwzDx Lapel Mic: https://amzn.to/3PDOkSf Shop Stuff: The Best Concrete Floor Shoes: https://amzn.to/3tbIMHp Ear Protection: https://amzn.to/3rwj5k7 Safety Glasses: https://amzn.to/3RFWXyG Felt Pads: https://amzn.to/3RAe84x Natura Onecoat Hardwax Oil Finish: https://amzn.to/3LDEnTV 00:00 Intro 00:29 Sourcing and Milling 02:26 Cutting Parts 03:28 Mortise and Tenons 06:07 Sliding Dovetails 09:00 Assembly 11:17 Final Tasks 12:06 Outro