The simplest way to make geometric wood mountain wall art (scrap plywood and hardwood flooring)
I think the best build videos are the ones that are simple enough for beginning woodworkers to be able to do. So I’m going to start putting out videos here and there that show my “simplified” methods for making things that I think look good and can be batched out and sold, if you want. This is the first one of those videos.
My goal was to make a wood mountain wall art mural thingy that (1) did not have any visible fasteners (2) was made out of oak instead of pine or poplar, (3) was easily customizable. I wanted (1) because I just think it looks better that way; I wanted (2) because oak takes stain better-and is more durable-than pine or poplar; and (3) was because I wanted a way to customize it exactly how the person who was receiving it wanted it.
This method definitely takes more time than other methods I’ve seen, but that’s largely because you need to take your time with the paint and stain, and gluing down the pieces happens in batches. The key here is using strips of oak glued to plywood or MDF. I cut my strips out of hardwood flooring, but quarter inch strips of oak can be bought at many big box stores.
Finally, “simple” doesn’t necessarily mean easy. It means broken down into easily accessible steps. So while there are easier ways to make something like this, none I’ve seen give you results like this.
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I’m shocked you don’t have more positive reviews. Like DAMN people. You shared a ton of great tips. Easy to follow and clearly helpful . (What size is yours?) Thanks so much! I’ve wanted to make one of these for my adult son. He loves the mountains & things made of wood. This is perfect & will help me make him a beautiful gift. Thanks & God Bless 🙏
@NotThatMattNagy
3 ай бұрын
Appreciate that, thanks a ton!
Well done Matt! Thanks for a well done video.
Very good video. I used a miter box for the small pieces.
Truly appreciate the thoughtfulness and care that went into crafting this. Well done!
@NotThatMattNagy
3 жыл бұрын
Please stop spamming my channel, sir.
I just used this to make my own version. I can say I am also not proud of how cutting the little pieces went!
Really enjoyed this one!
Nice work
Excellent video!!! I am so impressed!!! Great job! 😍🤩
@NotThatMattNagy
3 жыл бұрын
You are welcome, I hope you guys enjoy it!
- E X C E L L E N T E ! ! !Beautifully completed. Truly luv, luv, luv your immaculate attention to detail. This is TRUE artisanship. Thanx 4 sharing
@NotThatMattNagy
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Very impressive!!!
That is stunning! Thank you for sharing!
@NotThatMattNagy
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
Great, thoughtful video. I've been making wood mosaics (and quite a few mountain mosaics) for about a year now, and I still learned a lot. I like your use of the speed square and carpenter square for more accurate angles. I've just been using a wood triangle under the mountain peaks to make sure I have the right angle, but I like your method better. Nicely done.
@NotThatMattNagy
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
Beautiful! Got me motivated to make one now! Are those 1" or 1 1/2" wide pieces you're using for the larger mountains?
How small were the pieces for the far away smaller mountains Thanks
Looks great! I read that you commented that you used drywall anchors and keyhole slots to hang it but whats the total dimension and approx weight?
Friend I have the exact same band saw that you have. I have never used a band saw before. I couldn’t get my saw to cut straight. So finally I slowed down not pushing the wood through the saw so fast and it seemed to do a good job cutting straight. Any suggestions other than what I mentioned to get a straight cut? Also I am using the blade that came with the saw. Thank you friend and thank you for the video. I’m going to like and subscribe. 👍
@NotThatMattNagy
2 жыл бұрын
I would say 1) treat it like a table saw and make sure you’re applying force both toward the fence and pushing forward, 2) use the thickest blade your saw will take, and 3) go slow.
@robjtko
2 жыл бұрын
@@NotThatMattNagy Thank you friend!!
👏👋
@NotThatMattNagy
3 жыл бұрын
Use your words, Daniel.
@danielk4937
3 жыл бұрын
@@NotThatMattNagy sounds a lot like you are telling me what to do
@ianquirk7770
3 жыл бұрын
Sir, those dumbbells are hardly heavyweight. Got to up your strength. Otherwise, great video!
@NotThatMattNagy
3 жыл бұрын
@@ianquirk7770 might be the best constructive criticism I’ve ever received here, thank you random stranger
What did you use for hangers?
@NotThatMattNagy
Жыл бұрын
I used two heavy duty drywall anchors and hung them on two keyhole slots I routed into the back