How I converted this log into P100K worth of furniture pieces

 Four years ago, a 30-year-old Kamagong tree was uprooted from my garden during one of the strongest typhoons. The slabs of wood rested in the 932 sqm property for almost a year, while trying to look for ways to process this raw material.  Then, I thought of converting it into creative furniture pieces. Thanks to hardware in the Philippines for providing me everything I need. 

Before we jump to the three types of creative pieces, let’s look at some materials that I got from a trusted online hardware in the Philippines

Sandpaper                             P12/pc

Varnish                             P29 - 700

Adhesive                            P186

Nails                             P85 - 1000

Solignum Wood Preservative                     P650 - 1863

Since these are big slabs of wood, I decided to seek the help of professional wood cutters.  I made sure to preserve the irregular shapes so that we achieve a not-your-typical table.

You will find that hardware in the Philippines offers a vast array of tools including a circular saw that ranges from P8,320 to 10,000.

Twin-perfect tables

These two long tables can sit 12 to 24 persons depending on its arrangement.  You will notice the Y-shaped top of the table that is a sure conversation piece!  Also, the crevices created by the natural aging of the wood and the damage made by termites resulted in a rustic appeal.

Single Y-shaped side table

This daring piece can serve as a dessert table or an accent piece in the living area.  I only wish the wood cutters didn’t have to perfect the feet of the tables so that we would’ve achieved unfinished-yet-chic pieces.

Charming Table-chair

Aside from the Kamagong wood, there was a spare young Narra cut from the same typhoon.  In order to maximize the special wood, I merged the two woods to come up with a charming table-chair ensemble.

This piece offers a dramatic museum-inspired look– perfectly positioned below a vintage painting.  

I asked a furniture maker to assess these DIY pieces and we’re happy to hear that these are valued at almost a hundred thousand pesos.  This only goes to show that creativity applied to available materials can result in something highly entertaining and highly valued. 

Topmost Hardware is an online hardware store and construction material supplier that serves major provinces and cities namely Metro Manila, Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal, and Bulacan.