I am currently building a 32x48 Cherry and Poplar table. The center is edge grain 4/4 cherry. First cut into 3 inch wide sections, 32+ inches long, glued together along the face, and ripped into one inch thick, two inches wide strips. Turned 45 degrees so the edge grain is facing up, and then all glued together. ( In sections, so I could plane them again) The edges of the table are 8/4 Poplar, with a inset cut into the inside edge, so the edge grain portion will rest on one inch of the side, along the entire 48 inch lenth of the table. I plan to attatch the cherry part of the table to the Poplar part of the table with Z clips.
So here is my question. Can I make the ends, in a T shape, so the entire border is 2 inch poplar, and attatch it to the cherry. I wouldn't connect it to the sides so the wood could still move.
Ive tried to draw a picture of what I am speaking of. Hope it helps. Suggestions, comments, and critique's always welcome.
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