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Woodworking · August 2021

Live Edge White Oak Bed

Timeless Strength, Organic Beauty

Live edge white oak bed with stuffed animals on the pillows, in a cozy bedroom
Completed
August 2021
Species
White Oak
Board thickness
2"

This handcrafted live edge white oak bed is a stunning fusion of traditional craftsmanship and organic design. The solid white oak frame showcases the natural grain and character of the wood, while the live edge headboard adds a raw, organic touch that makes each piece truly unique.

Designed for both beauty and strength, the bed is built with castle joint legs, a striking and structurally sound technique that ensures durability while enhancing the overall aesthetic. The headboard is constructed using classic mortise and tenon joinery, reinforcing the time-honored craftsmanship that makes this bed an heirloom-quality piece.

Balancing bold joinery with natural elegance, this bed is more than just a place to rest—it’s a statement of artistry, tradition, and enduring craftsmanship.

In the shop

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  • Wooden mallet and chisel resting on a rough-sawn white oak slab, used for the bed's mortise and tenon joinery
  • Oak boards and mortise-tenon joint pieces laid out on the workbench for the bed frame
  • Fitting the bed frame's mortise and tenon rail joint
  • Bed frame joinery being test-fit before glue-up
  • Close-up of the finished bed leg's castle joint, an oak post with an exposed tenon

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