Expandable trestle base dining table, 64" length (84" with leaves), black walnut

This one started as a request for a basic leaf table. The client mentioned that their dream was a live edge slab table, but an expandable one was more practical for their space. I figured the only real option was to do both. I went with a trestle base so I could copy the book match of the tabletop, and it also allows more seating flexibility with no legs in the way.

The extensions fit on the ends (going from 64” to 84” total) so the grain is uninterrupted and the table looks complete on its own without them. I wanted the sliding mechanism to fit into the design and overall construction with no apron or anything hiding the slides. I also needed it to be quick and tool free, I had to toss all the ideas that had screws, brackets, readymade hardware, or left any holes/pins/latches on the ends of the main tabletop. I managed to get it down to a pair of knobs on each leaf and I’m very happy with how it works. The t-track rails it’s based around I learned from Darrell Peart’s recreation of the Gamble House dining table.