Live Edge
Live Edge Slabs Process
The story behind the “live edge” style of woodwork was accidentally introduced during America’s beginnings inside of log cabins when settlers came to build homes on new territory and the family needed functional furniture. Due to precious time and necessity, trees were simply sawn into one-piece unfinished slabs to build basic furniture, including tabletops. Most recently, a Japanese American architect and craftsman, George Nakashima, perfected the craft and was the father of the “live edge rebirth era” in the 1940s. Since then, this style has continued to soar in popularity and remains very trendy.
A gorgeous live edge hardwood piece, otherwise known as a “slab” can be incorporated into a variety of settings and spaces for your household or business. Milled wide plank or butcher block style tables and benches seem to be most common, but live edge adds a new type of character. Also, use your imagination and pair the room with a live edge cutting board, shelf, mantle, countertop, desktop, headboard, or a kitchen island. If you love the rustic look and feel, don’t stop at one purchasing option because the possibilities are endless. A live edge slab maintains the natural beauty of the forest by preserving the tree in its circumferential entirety with the outer corners of the visible tree trunk. According to the name, live edge, the Native Spirit of the wood is kept “alive” and the edges of the tree are left untouched. A live edge design is great for those who want to own one-of-a-kind furniture.
Every Live Edge slab is unique; in fact, no two are alike. Grain patterns, knots, and curves create a one-of-a-kind look that can’t be compared to anything else but, did you know that you can add even more character and uniqueness to Live Edge wood? Two words: Epoxy Resin.
Our skilled artisans skillfully incorporate epoxy resin into our furniture designs, enhancing the natural beauty of the wood and creating captivating visual effects. Epoxy resin is a durable and versatile material that can be tinted, pigmented, or combined with other materials to produce stunning results. It allows us to add depth, color, and unique patterns to the wood, creating eye-catching designs that are sure to impress.
Our custom process begins with a consultation to understand your vision and requirements. We will collaborate closely with you to create a design that aligns with your style and preferences. Once the design is finalized, our skilled artisans will meticulously craft your custom piece using the finest materials and techniques. We will keep you updated throughout the process, and upon completion, we will arrange for delivery or pickup.
The turnaround time for custom orders depends on the complexity and size of the project. Typically, it ranges from 5 to 10 weeks. Our team will provide you with an estimated timeline during the initial consultation, and we strive to complete projects within the agreed-upon timeframe while maintaining our high standards of craftsmanship.
Bring your creative mind and we can assist in pairing your slab with a metal or wood base to complement the rest of the furniture piece. Solid metal bases have been popular on the market and serve as a sleek and modern look. Standard color is black, however, we can do just about any color you wish to have.
NOTE: here at Memory Lane we have a small live edge workshop adjoining our showroom, so you can stop in anytime and see whats going on and chat with the craftsmen while they are working and also if you wish, pick out a slab for yourself and design it with him right in our workshop.