Here are the 3 planks. I buy my timber from a local Oak specialist. The wood is kiln dried, meaning it is suited to indoor use as it is already fully dried.
When selecting planks, it takes time and knowledge to carefully consider the baords. Placement of knots, twists and warpage, and the aesthetic of the grain, are a few of the characteristics I look out for.
When I get the chosen planks into the workshop, I begin by cutting them down from 3m. Once they are cut to a more appropriate size to make a leg, shelf, or top, they are planed. This makes them a uniform thickness and gives a square edge. It is also the first time I am able to see the true beauty of the grain hidden under the rough surface.
From here I cut, shape, join, glue, sand and oil, until I have a quality piece of furniture, that is made to last.