I have been working on a new furniture project recently, the first project at home that involves me milling my own wood, whereas the previous project used wood already dressed. I noticed something peculiar in the white oak which will become the top. I have seen this before in both white and red oak, random black streaks latent throughout the piece. I was wondering what causes this? I have no idea but to guess maybe fungus or iron embedded in the tree stained it or something? I kinda like it but wonder how it will look with finish, I will be using Arm R Seal satin when the time comes.
Here is what it will be:
The top with the black streak:
Progress:
Joinery thanks to this amazing tool:
Here is what it will be:
The top with the black streak:
Progress:
Joinery thanks to this amazing tool: