How to build a cool copper bar top

This is a project build of a copper bar top for a client in South Dakota. It was nice because the client gave me free reign for the most part to create the patina look that I wanted.

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[skiadesignllc]

Your video was probably what most inspired me to make a vanity countertop with copper. I'm in the middle of the process now. I'm a research-aholic, so I'm adding two cents from my research. First, DIYers, check the back of your contact cement can. It may say "Not for Use on Copper." Some use a product called TC-20, others use construction adhesive like Liquid Nails. I'm using fairly thick copper and I am going to have a professional roofer friend help me in his shop with a metal brake, so I probably don't need any adhesive, but I will anyway (probably Liquid Nails or the like). As for flame patina, I killed two birds with one stone on that. I had a brush pile I needed to burn down, and so when it was burned down to very hot coals and some small flames, I set the copper on some 6 x 6 welded wire reinforcing mesh and dragged it over the coals. The two sides colored differently. The bottom side facing the coals ended up developing a fun pattern from the mesh—a quasi-noticeable grid (just enough but not too much). The top side had it's own unique characteristic which could work just as well, but my family of four voted unanimously for the bottom side. I will probably give a protective coat of, not normal paste wax, but micro-crystalline wax (like "Renaissance". Look it up). It was recommended by a friend who does high-end historic restoration work.

[carllachance]

Thanks for your help. If I knew how to share pics in comments I would share the one I built after watching yours. came out amazing! Thanks! Carl

[smac]

I really like the result of the bar top. As you mentioned that copper sheet is relatively soft; so I'm curious how it would hold up to the customers using it. Or did you put a varnish seal on it to hold up to the rough crowds.😂😮

[juliesobaszkiewicz]

Gorgeous copper bar top! I have work shop flip flops too (and I never wear my dress flips in the shop). I really like the way you show how it’s done. You make it so we can actually attempt it ourselves. Thank you!

[bonniecondel]

This was by far my favorite video so far!

[phoenix]

Yikes!! That was a mad rush! Gorgeous!

[amateurmakingmistakes]

Wow!! I'm an amateur metal worker and sometimes work with timber (and stone!) and so I was just SO stoked to find this vid, mate! Cheers!! :)

[bodavis]

Doug love your videos and ideas. I disagree with you tube and their choices of who to demonatise. Everyone needs time to get noticed and recognized. Best of luck

[bristolfashion]

Thanks for putting that video up - really helpful for me, trying to decide whether to have a go myself! regards, from Bristol, UK

[jmlcolorado]

Man, I’m not sure how you don’t have more subs and views. Your work is awesome! Glad I stumbled across your channel and looking forward to seeing more of your work.

[vannjunkin]

Great Video. This solidifies my wish to have copper counter tops. If I can ever get to that kitchen.. i want this with a stainless industrial sink with the overhead sprayer. I think it would look cool 😎. Sorry so late to the video.. 4 yrs later😬. I'm always behind the curve. I wonder how it'd look with soldered corners for extra elements.

[tlit]

I love it so much . I was always wanted to do some kind of table like this!!!! 🙏🏻👍🏻☀️🤗

[happy.homestead]

Have you done any heating of the copper, so it patina's in to blue or green? Maybe doing that heating and creating before you appy it to the MDF? This is so fun looking. I enjoy watching your process and listening to how you think your way through the projects.

[rodwatson]

This looks fantastic! Did you seal / clear coat the bar top to protect the patina?

[zule]

Add that to the things I will have you make me. A fancy beer pong table lol

[jackspearsiii]

Doug I really like the way the copper turned out. Looks awesome. Did you put a clean coat or any type of finish on it?

[barryphilrush]

I will have too check them out, my Brother lives in Gelbert .😎👍

[jacksonvillereclaimedwood]

Nice job dude! It must be the OSHA flops :)

[washingtonpostal]

Awesome video. I have a client looking for a bar like this. Can you give specs on the gauge and grade of the metal you used? Beautiful work.

[juanmablanquer]

Saludos desde Gran Canarias Maspalomas