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This walnut and copper sideboard ended up being one of those projects where I leaned all the way into the details. The goal was to combine the warmth of walnut with the contrast and refinement of copper, and to do it in a way that felt intentional, not gimmicky.
The build pushed me into a lot of precision work, careful milling, tight joinery, and a fair amount of problem-solving along the way. From shaping parts to integrating the copper accents cleanly into the design, every step required slowing down and thinking through the process before making cuts. This wasn’t a fast build, but it was a rewarding one.
I walk through the entire project in the video, explaining not just how things were done, but why I made certain design and tool choices. If you’re interested in pushing your skills a bit, working with mixed materials, or just enjoying a build that’s unapologetically “extra,” this one’s for you.
Free plans are available if you want to tackle the sideboard yourself, and the full video series covers everything from rough stock to final assembly and finish.
Stuff I Used:
- Bumblechutes Finish – Save 10% with code TWW10
- Amana Countersink Bit
- Backside Sandpaper
- Milwaukee Die Grinder
- Carbide Burr (Ball)
- Large Core Box Bit
- Mouse Card Scraper
- Leigh Dovetail Jig
- My Vacuum Press Setup
- Taper Maker Hardware Kit
- RevMark White Marker
- White Pencil
- Festool Domino
- Festool OF1400 Router
- 1/4″ Upspiral Bit
- Titebond Extend
- Dovetail Bit
- Milwaukee Die Grinder
- Cove Bit
- Preppin Weapon Sanding Block
- Milwaukee Compact Router