Barry S. Redman
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Joined: 2005-09-14
Location: Portland, OR
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Hello all,
I am in the process of building a large one-piece conference table. The plans call for a boat shape design with a 2 ½” top surface 16’ x 6’6”. Originally, I was considering laminating three layers of ¾” 13 layer maple/apple plywood to form this solid top, but the weight estimates are in at around 500lbs., which would create a major challenge to move this table from the wood shop to the conference room located two stories above. I have researched some engineered sheet stock like balsa core MDF and have decided that sandwich construction would save a great deal of weight while maintaining rigidity.
My question is two parts; first, how feasible is ¾” honeycomb with ¾” plywood skin front and back? Secondly, What formulation of glue would you recommend in this scenario using a vacuum laminate situation?
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