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New cabriole challenge (updated)

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I have a request for cabriole legs that are very curved. This will be for an executive desk, 30x60. Material is hard maple.

I understand the basics of cabriole legs but have yet to make one. I'm excited about the challenge of learning something new.

To make legs with exaggerated curves, what advice would you offer? Of course I need to find drawings to create templates and I'll need to glue up stock to make blanks big enough.

Picture is along the lines of what is desired.

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Prefinished plywood as backsplash

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I used 1/2" prefinished plywood for the backs of the cabinets in this project. Those were 36", and two of the larger cabinets were 72" and 76" wide. This meant that I had odd-sized full-length (8') pieces that were about 12" wide. Not really being sure what I would do with those, as they're too small for shelves(though I'm sure I would have found a use eventually), I thought I could use them for the "backsplash" in the 5" space between the countertop and the bar top (presently being worked). I did not want to deal with tile in that space, as that would not match the "actual" backsplash (and I'm not rip cutting that much tile). So I measured and cut them down with the tracksaw, attached them using pocket holes drilled in the stud wall for the bar top, masked the countertop, and put down a bead of silicone.

It seems to be very easy for a backsplash, and given its solvent resistance and UV finish it would probably be very easy to clean and use as an actual kitchen backsplash. I imagine that's far too chintzy for most people, but I could certainly see its utility.

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