At Railside Furnishings, we believe in the beauty of nature combined with craftsmanship. Our live-edge slab and epoxy tables are a true work of art, blending the unique features of wood with the creativity of epoxy design. Whether you’re looking for a custom coffee table or an artistic statement piece, follow along as we take you through our workshop process — where each table is meticulously crafted to showcase the natural elegance of wood and the versatility of epoxy.
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TLDR– Behind the Scenes with Epoxy
- One-of-a-kind builds: Locally sourced live-edge slabs and custom forms create unique table designs.
- Epoxy craftsmanship: Colored epoxy is poured and cures for 72 hours to form a durable, smooth surface.
- Finished for beauty + protection: After cutting and sanding, a conversion varnish brings out the wood grain and epoxy color.
Take a tour of our “workshop” where live-edge slabs and epoxy are transformed into exquisite tables. We use locally sourced slabs and custom forms to create one-of-a-kind designs. Epoxy is poured with various colors and textures, curing for 72 hours to form a durable surface. After cutting and sanding, a conversion varnish finish reveals the stunning color and character of the wood and epoxy.
Workshop Tour: Crafting Exquisite Live-Edge Slab Epoxy Tables
Follow along for a “workshop” tour using live-edge slabs and epoxy.
Unique and figured slabs create the most exquisite epoxy tables! Some slabs are cut and dried at our own mill and others are supplied by local mills.
Custom Forms for Perfect Epoxy Table Designs
Forms are built to accommodate the slabs of wood and the desired table size.
Pictured are several small Coffee / End Tables ready to be poured with epoxy.
Add Color and Texture to Your Epoxy Work of Art
There are many different colors and textures that can be added to the epoxy. Use your imagination to create an epoxy work of art that is unique to you!
The Epoxy Pouring and Curing Process
The epoxy is poured into the forms where it cures for nearly 72 hours. The curing process results in a very durable, hard surface that is bonded to the wood.
Finishing Touches: Sanding and Varnish for a Perfect Reveal
The piece is then removed from the form, cut to final dimensions, and sanded to perfection.
A durable conversion varnish finish is sprayed on all sides, which results in a stunning reveal of the color and character in the epoxy and wood.
38″ Live-Edge Walnut Epoxy Clock
Maybe you’re looking to add a unique epoxy piece to your home? We would be honored to help bring that dream to life!
Contact us to learn more and browse some of our custom pieces for inspiration and ideas!
Are you a woodworker or hobbyist with a creative mind and would like to give epoxy a try? The full line of Ecopoxy products are available here at Railside Furnishings!
