Jimbo3, mesquite is very hard and dense but I don't feel it passes the "stable" test. Mesquite is also brittle and, more concerning, often has inclusions or cracks within the wood that are not apparent. It is a gnarly tree so it stands to reason. But the grain is fairly straight, and since I would be piecing together a number of smaller piece were I to make a plinth, I might consider it worth a TRY if I had enough to be very selective. Bottom line, it would not make MY short list but, if cheap, all you'd be out is your time.
Designing a Plinth
From a couple of other threads here, I've developed an interested in making a plinth and am wondering about material(s) and design.
Looking to make a simple, solid plinth (unsuspended) on which to place the components from a Well Tempered Classic. Many here seem to think that Cocobolo wood is one of the best materials, but what else would work equally as well or better? Perhaps Mesquite? Perhaps a sandwich of different materials?
Also, what kind of engineering (thickness, shape,etc) is needed? Do I simply cut a piece of material to taste? Non-parallel sides are supposed to be the best, but are there any other guidelines? Do I somehow isolate a separate armboard from the plinth? What kind of feet?
On the surface, this project seems easy (cut up some wood and drill a couple of holes), but what's the secret to a great plinth for this application?
Jim
Looking to make a simple, solid plinth (unsuspended) on which to place the components from a Well Tempered Classic. Many here seem to think that Cocobolo wood is one of the best materials, but what else would work equally as well or better? Perhaps Mesquite? Perhaps a sandwich of different materials?
Also, what kind of engineering (thickness, shape,etc) is needed? Do I simply cut a piece of material to taste? Non-parallel sides are supposed to be the best, but are there any other guidelines? Do I somehow isolate a separate armboard from the plinth? What kind of feet?
On the surface, this project seems easy (cut up some wood and drill a couple of holes), but what's the secret to a great plinth for this application?
Jim
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