Close-up of a walnut live edge table with a teal and amber epoxy river

Luskville, QC · Serving Ottawa & Gatineau · Since 2009

Custom epoxy river tables.
Refined.

Live edge wood and hand-poured resin, built to order and delivered across Ottawa and Gatineau.

Strongs Woodworking is a custom furniture workshop in Luskville, Quebec, that has built more than 500 epoxy river tables, live edge serving boards and custom pieces since 2009. Founder Aaron Armstrong sources hardwood slabs locally, pours and colour-matches the epoxy by hand, flattens every top on a CNC, and delivers finished tables throughout Ottawa, Gatineau, Chelsea, Wakefield and the Pontiac. Dining tables start at $3,600 CAD and every price is published on this site.

500+
Custom tables crafted
15+
Years of mastery
98%
Client satisfaction
100%
Locally sourced slabs

Portfolio

Recent river tables, boards and custom builds

Every piece is made to order from a single pair of live edge slabs. Select a project to see the full gallery.

Amber epoxy resin being poured between two live edge slabs in the workshop

The craft

What makes a Strongs river table different

Each table begins with carefully selected live edge slabs. We combine traditional woodworking with multi-layer epoxy pours and CNC flattening to create pieces that are as structurally sound as they are visually striking.

How it’s made

How an epoxy river table is made

From raw slab to heirloom — every table moves through the same four disciplined stages.

  1. Wood Selection

    Locally sourced live edge slabs, chosen by hand for grain, character and stability.

    100%Locally sourced
  2. Epoxy Pouring

    Precision colour mixing and multi-layer pours for depth, clarity and a flawless cure.

    Multi-layerColour matched to you
  3. CNC Finishing

    Computer-controlled flattening so every surface is dead flat and true.

    0.001″Tolerance
  4. Final Polish

    A multi-stage sanding and finishing process for a glass-like, durable surface.

    Multi-stageHand finished

Transparent pricing

What a custom river table costs

Pricing is based on the size of the table and the style of the pour, before tax. Use the calculator for an instant estimate for any size, or read the full pricing guide.

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SizeSimpleThemed
12″ × 24″Coffee table$200$400
24″ × 48″Desk / small dining$1,600$2,000
36″ × 72″Dining table$3,600$4,500
48″ × 96″Large dining / conference$6,400$8,000

Questions

Frequently asked questions

Straight answers about cost, delivery, materials and durability. See all questions.

How much does a custom epoxy river table cost in Ottawa?

A custom epoxy river dining table from Strongs Woodworking costs between $3,600 and $4,500 CAD for a 36″ × 72″ top, depending on whether you choose a simple coloured pour or a themed design. Coffee tables start at $200, desks at $1,600, and large dining or conference tables at $6,400 to $8,000. Prices are before tax and are listed openly on our pricing page; the price calculator gives an instant estimate for any size.

Do you deliver river tables to Ottawa and Gatineau?

Yes. Strongs Woodworking is based in Luskville, Quebec, about 35 minutes from downtown Ottawa and 25 minutes from Gatineau. We deliver finished tables throughout Ottawa, Gatineau, Aylmer, Chelsea, Wakefield, Kanata and the Pontiac, and can arrange shipping elsewhere in Canada on request.

What is an epoxy river table?

An epoxy river table is a table whose top is made from two live edge wood slabs set apart, with the gap between them filled with tinted or clear epoxy resin so it looks like a river running through the wood. The slabs keep their natural bark-line edges, the resin is poured in layers, and the whole top is flattened and polished into one continuous surface.

How long does it take to build a custom river table?

Lead time depends on the size of the table, slab availability and the complexity of the pour, because the epoxy must cure fully between layers before the top can be flattened and finished. When you send a project request we confirm a realistic completion date before any deposit is taken, so you know the timeline up front.

What wood do you use for your tables?

We use live edge hardwood slabs sourced in the Ottawa Valley and surrounding region, selected by hand for grain, figure and stability. Walnut, maple, ash and elm are the most common choices, and burl or spalted slabs are available for more dramatic pieces. Every slab is dried and acclimatized before it is cut.

Will an epoxy table scratch, yellow or warp?

A properly built epoxy river table is a durable everyday surface. We flatten each top on a CNC to within 0.001″ and finish it with a multi-stage sanding and polishing process, which resists everyday scratches and is easy to clean. Like any fine furniture, it should be protected from direct heat and prolonged sunlight, and the wood will move slightly with the seasons, which the construction is designed to accommodate.

Can I choose the colour and shape of the river?

Yes. Every table is made to order. You choose the resin colour (or a blend of colours), the transparency, and the overall look, from a simple single-colour river to a themed design such as an ocean shoreline, glacier or night sky. We match colours to your space and send photos as the pour progresses.

Do you make anything other than dining tables?

Yes. Alongside river dining tables we make coffee tables, desks, conference tables, live edge serving and charcuterie boards, floating live edge shelves, mantels and feature walls. Boards are a popular gift and start well under the price of a table.

How do I start a project?

Use the price calculator to get an instant estimate, then send the project request form with your size, style and a few words about where the table will live. Aaron replies within 24 hours, usually with slab options and a confirmed timeline. You can also call or text 819-313-9927.

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