Well, it took much longer than anticipated, but my egg table is just about finished. The design was inspired by some of awesome looking tables on this forum. I went with all cedar for the base with PT pine on the floor of the table. For the top I originally thought about a granite slab, but ultimately decided to try and pour a 1.5" thick concrete top. It saved me some money and I am really happy with how it turned out for my first attempt at pouring concrete. The only thing left to do is seal the cedar, build the cabinet doors, and install the hardware. Should be 100% done soon. Here's some pictures:
The start of the base with all pocket joints. The frame that supports the egg has all mortise and tenon joints.
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The base with sides and floor installed
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Back of the base
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Drawer for grates, tools, etc.
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Top formed and ready for concrete
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Top poured
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Top out of the mold and pin holes filled. Ready for polishing
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After polishing. The top is still drying here which is why it's different colors
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Base set ready to receive the top
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Top installed
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My egg finally has a proper home!
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And of course a GT bottle opener
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The start of the base with all pocket joints. The frame that supports the egg has all mortise and tenon joints.
The base with sides and floor installed
Back of the base
Drawer for grates, tools, etc.
Top formed and ready for concrete
Top poured
Top out of the mold and pin holes filled. Ready for polishing
After polishing. The top is still drying here which is why it's different colors
Base set ready to receive the top
Top installed
My egg finally has a proper home!
And of course a GT bottle opener
