I'm curious about these. The thought was triggered by Larry Rose's recent post about "Scrubbed Pine" tables. It appears that these originated in Europe sometime in the mid-1800s as farmhouse kitchen work tables, but they could include "guest boards" at each end so they'd serve as a dining table as well. Could these be precursors to extension tables with leaves in the center?
Couldn't find design info so I just kinda put together what seemed like the concept. :dontknow:
The top is a standard one with breadboard ends and the "guest boards" sit at each end, supported by sliding arms that telescope back under the table when not in use.
Have any of you ever built one of these? Pros/cons?
Here's a modern version that sells for high $.
http://www.hawleysfinewoodworking.com/
Couldn't find design info so I just kinda put together what seemed like the concept. :dontknow:
The top is a standard one with breadboard ends and the "guest boards" sit at each end, supported by sliding arms that telescope back under the table when not in use.
Have any of you ever built one of these? Pros/cons?
Here's a modern version that sells for high $.
http://www.hawleysfinewoodworking.com/