Rustic top plank table

A new line of tables with simple plank tops. The simplicity of the old wood planks has a genuine feeling of nature's work. Pricing is very affordable, for instance, the table shown here is 54x30x36high in inches, and goes for $750.

Plank table with foot rest.

Plank table detail.

Sunshine outdoor painted wood furniture

With summer coming back, that means that Sunshine - as in Sunshine furniture is coming back. The maximum length for these tables is 68 inches. Multiple coats of deck paint will fight the elements for a long time. Painted wood vailable in just about any color.

Painted wood outdoor furniture.
In the backyard with a matching bench.

Wood outdoor furniture that is built/designed
in Portland Oregon.

Sunshine after the rain.
Long lasting outdoor painted finish.

Shelving Units / Room dividers - formerly bi-fold closet doors

Made from salvaged former bi-fold closet doors. Looks great in pairs and sets of three. One will fit in a narrow space. Really great for display, books, room dividers, etc. Locally made by designer Jon Taguchi.

Shelves or bookcases from salvaged material.

Repurposed closet doors
Now ready to be your bookcase / shelving unit /
room divider.

Yeah!
Old folding doors rescued from the landfill!
On their way to their next life.

The Madrone copper top patina table

May 8th, 2010

The copper top table is now just about finished. The copper patina didn't come out quite as I expected, but it was close. A little light sanding on the patina brought out the etching that the acids had done on the copper. It created an interesting texture. See the April 11th post below to see how we got here.

Tapered table legs made
from recycled Douglas Fir.

Copper top table detail.
The copper patina also shows the etching from the acids.
The finish is sealed with a clear lacquer to preserve the
patina.

After the sawdust was removed,
you could see these vivid colors.
Too bad most of the color washes away.

Copper top table patina

April 11, 2010

We have a copper top table that is in progress in our Portland shop. Here are a few shop notes for those of you interested in the process of what goes on in the wood shop. The copper is going to receive a patina. The first step was to experiment with small pieces of copper to see what kind of patina could be achieved. The basic patina chemicals are vinegar and salt, mixed in a bucket with saw dust. The wet mixture is placed on the copper, and left to sit in a closed environment for 3 weeks. In three weeks time I will show you how the top turned out.

Copper patina sample uncovered after 3 weeks		Copper patina samples cleaned and lacquered		Brian Crane bending the copper sheet around the plywood
Household chemicals used for the patina process		The copper top sitting in it's plastic lined box		All the sawdust with patina chemicals soaked in. Now just cover it, and allow to sit for three weeks.

Wings Desk

The Wings desk was a custom project for a customer looking for a computer workstation desk that measured 10 feet by 2 feet. The wood for the top was the same as what we use for the Amsterdam table - salvaged Douglas Fir, but with a light color that has a fresh modern look. The trim was made from some gnarly old barn wood. I originally named this desk the Cove Desk. The idea was to create an experience of a sheltered space to work. The sides and back elevate slightly to give a feeling of personal space.

Wings Desk / Cove Desk

Portico in the news

At Portico we also feature other Portland designers and furniture makers. Jon Taguchi's shelf unit was featured in the Oregonian.

Jon Taguchi designed these clutter control machines featured in the Oregonian newspaper.
Modern shelving design from salvaged building material.

Wine Country Table

A table top style that connects with Oregon's past and present. The subtle grooves in the grain create a unique tactile and visual experience.

Most of what you see on this page was made with reclaimed wood from Oregon's decommissioned buildings. This wood is not FSC certified, but if you saw our wood pile, you would agree that our wood source does not get any more sustainable - as long as we can find it...

Amsterdam Table

Enjoy the end grain on the legs of this classic table. Made from beautiful old salvaged Douglas fir wood.

Amsterdam table		Table leg detail		Coffee table in espresso
Amsterdam sofa table			Sofa table detail

Willie shelving unit

Willie shelving The Willie is a bookcase/shelving unit made from fence wood and plywood. Pick your stain colors for the tops, and a paint color for the frame.