Recently, we had the opportunity to design and build a queen sized bed with a natural-edge Cherry headboard, reclaimed Pine posts and stretchers, and Aluminum accents. The wood for the posts came from two massive 10" square Heart Pine beams that were each nearly 8 feet long.
These two beams rested inconspicuously in one corner of the shop, awaiting a new life. The stunning grain was revealed when we began milling them, beautifully complimented the richly figured Cherry slab headboard. All four were mounted on the lathe and hand-turned. Each features Aluminum discs on the floor and between the Pine and the Cherry finials on top.
Finished with a hand-rubbed Urethane and Linseed oil mix, then put together with bolts (for easy disassembly) the bed frame looks spectacular.
