Raised rail veneers? Need example pics (1 Viewer)

[jja412]

I'm considering removing the lighted brushed aluminum raised rail from my table, and going with something less "modern" or "garish." I was thinking of wood veneer edge banding or something more classic looking. The table has a natural oak topper and legs.

Just looking for pictures of alternative raised rail ornamentation. Post 'em if you got 'em - especially close ups!!

 

[mashoo]

Hope that helps! Don't mind the chips, my customs are on the way

 

[T_Chan]

Wood trim with decorative nails. Sorry no close ups.

 

[BGinGA]

The table has a natural oak topper and legs.

@mashoo 's natural oak (pics in post #2) look to be perfect for your application. How tall is the riser area?

 

[abby99]

Paging @Payback . . .

 

[mipevi]

I don't recall exactly how this was done, I think paint + lacquer over aluminum, but I like the organic look achieved (completely smooth to the touch though).

 

[Irish]

Adding a decorative inlay is a nice touch:

Lots of different options to choose from:

http://www.inlays.com/Inlay-Strips-s/1832.htm

 

[Payback]

These crappy pictures are all I can find at the moment. Might be able to get you better later.

 

[bivey]

I’m on the road, so pics not available, but chateau de noix or associated table build thread has pics. I used a walnut band and stained it. I placed decorative nails. Came out great.

 

[jja412]

@mashoo 's natural oak (pics in post #2) look to be perfect for your application. How tall is the riser area?

Right now it is 1.25". But after I de-engineer the LEDs, it will be .75". Just looking for different styles. Lots of great ideas so far....keep em coming!

 

[Blaster]

I wonder if something like crushed velour would make sense/look good in this type application?

 

[Payback]

Here are some better pictures of bending the wood for the rail and of the final product.

 

[jja412]

Here are some better pictures of bending the wood for the rail and of the final product.


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How thick is that wood? Did you do the inlay, or buy the strip premade?

 

[Payback]

How thick is that wood? Did you do the inlay, or buy the strip premade?

I think it was 1" wide by 3/8" thick. Bought premade from Rockler.

 

[craytron]

Here are some better pictures of bending the wood for the rail and of the final product.


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That raised rail looks awesome. Can you share more detail on how you bent it? I have a fully functional woodshop - but have never tackled a project like this. Would like to do a raised rail with inlays like this.

 

[Payback]

That raised rail looks awesome. Can you share more detail on how you bent it? I have a fully functional woodshop - but have never tackled a project like this. Would like to do a raised rail with inlays like this.

Took the wood, measured out the center and routered out the middle. Then from there I used a custom made steam box (water on bottom, put a few boards in the water and then the rail on top so its not actually in the water) and heated it up to the point where it was able to bend it, glue it, and then clamped it down. After drying I stained it, let it dry, and thrn used a small amount of glue to get the inlay in. From there I put poly over everything.

 

[jadillon]

A classic white that @Irish made for me. You should be able to pick a multitude of colors this way and it would not be too ornate.

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