Comments on: Wine Cork Trivets

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By: The JerseyWoodworker

The JerseyWoodworker — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 21:18:16 +0000

Scott:
When I started out with the trim pieces, I made them over sized so that the inside size was about 9″. After laying out the corks, I was able to determine the exact final dimension that was required. Knowing this dimension, I recut the inside edge of the four trim pieces so that I ended up with a final size of 9 5/8″. Hope that helps with your trivits

By: Scott

Scott — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 20:28:27 +0000

Ok probably a really simple and more then likely dumb question but when you say you cut a “reveal” on the inside of your frame pieces what does that mean? And how did you do that to get the exact size you were looking for? I have made a few of these and I can never get the inside dimensions perfect which leaves gaps around the corks. Any help would be great.

By: The JerseyWoodworker

The JerseyWoodworker — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 23:38:11 +0000

WOW, a really neat idea. I didn’t seal the corks in the trivits, as there was no need for that, but in your case I agree that the corks have to be sealed or leveled in some way. I don’t think that I would try sheallac, or a leveling components, since the corks are so porious, I don’t think you would be happy with the results. I do like the idea of using glass. I think I would make a base piece, put the corks down, and then cover the whole thing with a shatter proof glass. That way it would easy to clean, and you could always pull the glass up if you wanted to change the design of the corks.
I really would like to know what you decide to do, and if possible would love to see a picture of the final project.

By: kari

kari — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 21:22:36 +0000

i am making a countertop for our “bar” out of wine corks. i wondered if you had a suggestion for a seal for it. we looked at different options (shellac, glass) but wondered if you had any experience with this…….i need to level it somehow. thank you.