This bookcase has beautiful mid century legs and a Shou Sugi Ban exterior. The texture created by using different backings was a pleasant surprise, as small sheets of thin plywood come in 2x4 pieces and I needed a little more than one. So, I picked one of my favs, peg board, for the top shelf.
Do you have non-toxic soil? Have you had it tested? If you have contaminated soil then this could be a great project for you. This counter height grow table takes the bending over out of gardening. Not only does it allow you to have a garden in a concrete jungle or where contaminated soil is present, but it also allows you to move your garden around.
I love the versatility of the design and size. You could make it smaller and it would still look elegant. The finish I used is Shou Sugi Ban and is full of texture. Shou Sugi Ban is currently being used by artists because of its unique appearance, but here it is also useful in much the same way as the Japanese have historically utilized it to protect wood from the elements. You could use your favorite outdoor finish, or cedar fence boards. However, I would never use treated wood for a garden. |
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September 2016
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