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custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge

custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge

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Similar: cutlery tray, kitchen, wood

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custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge

The idea from Cordula from Owschlag:

I would like a tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge; about 5mm thick; perfect would be if it was petrol matte lacquered, or stained gray.

 

 

The customer’s rating:

Cordula 14 Mar 2023 10:53 pm
(Automatic translation) 14 Mar 2023 10:53 pm: Cordula
Hello Brian,
the tray arrived very and in one piece. I still send pictures when it sees there where it is planned. It is really beautiful, almost a bit freagil. I hope the handles hold.
HG and thanks
Cordula


 

 

The story of the custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge:

Negotiation phase

 

Idea from Cordula

Offer from Brian Ng'aru within negotiation
Offer from Brian Ng'aru within negotiation
Offer from Brian Ng'aru within negotiation

 

Brian Ng’aru 04 Dec 2022 6:19 am
Hello Cordula, I am happy to provide an offer for your idea, I would suggest that we stain the tray grey and apply linseed oil to seal and waterproof it(for food safety purposes). I have attached a picture showing the different shades of grey available for staining to help understand which tone of grey you would prefer. I am looking forward to your feedback.
Cordula 08 Dec 2022 8:28 am
(Automatic translation) 08 Dec 2022 8:28 am: Cordula
Hi Brian,
I think the carbon grey is the best.
Best regards
Cordula
Brian Ng’aru 08 Dec 2022 9:51 am
Hey Cordula, I believe I have all the information I need to actualize your idea.
Cordula 14 Dec 2022 9:04 am
(Automatic translation) 14 Dec 2022 9:04 am: Cordula
Hi Brian,
It seems to me that the cost of logistics is quite high after all.
Your address is in Nairobi; yet so much money for transportation alone in Kenya? Packaging is important; remarkably expensive in Kenya.
Brian Ng’aru 14 Dec 2022 1:54 pm
Sorry, I made a mistake. Urban Change Lab suggested ways to cut delivery and packaging cost. Therefore I adjusted them.
On another note: As I am an artist I could add a burning art to one or two sides of the tray to make it unique. Have a look at the photo I uploaded and please let me know if this interests you?
Cordula 14 Dec 2022 8:55 pm
(Automatic translation) 14 Dec 2022 8:55 pm: Cordula
I agreed with 140,93€ and am excited about the tablet. Hopefully it will be as hoped.
HG
Cordula Burghoff
Brian Ng’aru 17 Dec 2022 4:36 am
Fantastic, looking forward to getting started

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Production phase

 


custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge within custom made realization

 

Brian Ng’aru 20 Dec 2022 10:22 am
Good afternoon, thank you for the go ahead. I will begin realizing your idea tomorrow and keep you updated on the progress as I go along.
Cordula 27 Dec 2022 8:30 pm
(Automatic translation) 27 Dec 2022 8:30 pm: Cordula
Hello Brian,
why do I get this mail again? I have paid; I think that tablet is in process?
When will it be shipped?
HG
Cordula Burghoff
Brian Ng’aru 28 Dec 2022 10:18 am
Good afternoon and merry festive season. So sorry for the late update, I had to travel upcountry and will be back in studio on Monday and share progress as I get started on the project. Hope this is okay?
Cordula 28 Dec 2022 8:42 pm
(Automatic translation) 28 Dec 2022 8:42 pm: Cordula
Hello Brian,
Thanks for the mail, I hope you had a nice festive season too. I had actually wondered a bit about the tight schedule 12/21 – 12/30/2022.
No, I don't have a problem if the tablet is finished later.

Best regards and a good start into the New Year!
Cordula

Brian Ng’aru 04 Jan 2023 9:37 am
Good morning, I have noted that 5mm would be weak to work with do you mind if I use a thickness of 10mm
Cordula 04 Jan 2023 2:32 pm
(Automatic translation) 04 Jan 2023 2:32 pm: Cordula
no, I do not mind
HG
Cordula Burghoff
Brian Ng’aru 04 Jan 2023 2:56 pm
Fantastic, and for clarification, the two spots shaded on your sketch are cut out handles? I can make them 8cmx2cm
Cordula 04 Jan 2023 7:02 pm
(Automatic translation) 04 Jan 2023 7:02 pm: Cordula
yes, exactly that should represent handles; 8x2cm is very good; thank you
HG
Brian Ng’aru 10 Jan 2023 10:31 am
Good afternoon, I have attached a couple of pictures of progress so far. I have attached the base, I'll be working on sanding it before attaching the sanded sides. Progress so far… So good👍
Cordula 10 Jan 2023 9:49 pm
(Automatic translation) 10 Jan 2023 9:49 pm: Cordula
So quite the picture is not clear to me; what does "base" mean? Is that the base of the tray? If this is the base, I notice that it is not square (55x55cm should be the tray); also, the ends of the wood pieces are unequal in length. I'm not a carpenter, but it doesn't look very accurate in the pictures. I hope I don't have to worry about this?
HG
Cordula Burghoff
Brian Ng’aru 13 Jan 2023 3:20 pm
Good afternoon, I have attached more images and videos of the progress. The tray is all joined and cut to size, what's left is the final sanding and then staining it grey. I have also attached a video and image of what the stained wood looks like, one side I made darker than the other, let me know if the darker the better. Looking forward to your feedback and go ahead.
Cordula 13 Jan 2023 7:48 pm
(Automatic translation) 13 Jan 2023 7:48 pm: Cordula
Hello Brian,
Thanks for the pictures and videos. This looks great! I think the dark grey is better.
HG
Cordula
Brian Ng’aru 16 Jan 2023 9:25 am
Good morning, as I waited for the wood glue to settle before doing the final sanding and staining, I noticed that the sides with the cut out handles has shrank on the top center by about 3mm, the other sides, plus the base are all accurate (55cm). Will the 3mm difference be of inconvenience?
I have attached a couple of pictures to show what I mean
Cordula 16 Jan 2023 10:41 pm
(Automatic translation) 16 Jan 2023 10:41 pm: Cordula
Hello Brian,
the tray should go on a table and cover it exactly. The base of the tray must not be smaller al 55x55cm; it would look very unsightly, because then parts of what I exactly do not want to see would probably be possible asymmetrically. That would bother me. If the dimension at the top is smaller, then the edges are not (everywhere) right-angled, right? Doesn't that look crooked?
I'm not sure how much you can see that.
Brian Ng’aru 17 Jan 2023 5:51 am
Good morning, the base would be flash on the table (55cm x 55cm), the corners are 90 degrees, the 3mm difference is only at the center on the pieces with handles, it doesn't look crooked at all, we can definitely assemble another one if you'd prefer, customer satisfaction is our priority.

I have attached pictures to show the 90 degrees and the slight 3mm difference. Looking forward to your feedback.

Cordula 17 Jan 2023 2:47 pm
(Automatic translation) 17 Jan 2023 2:47 pm: Cordula
Hello Brian,
I can't open the video file. I didn't mean the angle lying on the floor but the angle of the edge of the tray to the base. Actually, one or both of the ledges at the height of the handles must be slightly bowed inward. I don't mean to be nit-picky. If it is indeed only noticeable when measuring and does not look crooked I agree.
HG
Cordula Burghoff
Brian Ng’aru 17 Jan 2023 5:41 pm
Good evening, it's only noticeable when measured, I have attached an aerial view to give you a better idea of what it looks like, looking forward to your feedback, next step will be finishing it, would you prefer a matt finish with linseed oil (best for kitchen use) or a more glossy finish with vanish
Cordula 18 Jan 2023 8:25 am
(Automatic translation) 18 Jan 2023 8:25 am: Cordula
Do you think the wood works even more? Or has it all dried through to the point where it won't deform any further now?
I would like a matte finish
HG
Brian Ng’aru 18 Jan 2023 12:25 pm
Good afternoon, it's now completely dry and the 3mm difference hasn't increased since we first noted it and waited for it to dry. I have attached an image to show what the finished look (Matt) looks like on a small piece of wood
Cordula 18 Jan 2023 3:41 pm
(Automatic translation) 18 Jan 2023 3:41 pm: Cordula
Ok, the home stretch
Brian Ng’aru 20 Jan 2023 12:59 pm
Good afternoon, so far looking good. I have done the first layer, once it's dry, I'll do the second coat on Monday and keep you updated do have a lovely weekend.
Cordula 20 Jan 2023 4:04 pm
(Automatic translation) 20 Jan 2023 4:04 pm: Cordula
Ok
Brian Ng’aru 23 Jan 2023 7:24 pm
Good evening, hope you had a great weekend. So far so good, second coat done. Tomorrow I'll share pictures of the final look and once you approve I'll get it packed and sent to our local operators
Cordula 23 Jan 2023 7:43 pm
(Automatic translation) 23 Jan 2023 7:43 pm: Cordula
Good evening Brian,
very nice, I am looking forward to the tray. I just don't quite understand – what does "send to local supplier" mean; how do I get the package?
HG
Cordula Burghoff
Brian Ng’aru 30 Jan 2023 6:04 am
Good morning Crodula. Our local operators/manager is the company's link who will organize the shipment.
We are sending it today.
Cordula 30 Jan 2023 2:03 pm
(Automatic translation) 30 Jan 2023 2:03 pm: Cordula
Hi Brian,
shouldn't I still get pictures of the final look (your message from 1/23/2013)? Will I get something from the logistics company – e.g. a shipment number so I can estimate when the tablet will arrive?
HG
Cordula
Brian Ng’aru 31 Jan 2023 5:13 am
Good morning, I have attached a couple of pictures to share the final look. Our local operators will definitely guide you on how you will receive your order.
Cordula 31 Jan 2023 5:53 am
(Automatic translation) 31 Jan 2023 5:53 am: Cordula
Ok, looking forward to the tray
Vicky Achieng 03 Feb 2023 1:51 pm
Hi Cordula,
this is Vicky, the local operations manager in Kenya and I did the quality check for your order.
Unfortunately there are discrepancies with the dimensions.

The width at the edges are 55cm as requested but in the middle only 54,5 cm (on the bottom in the middle only 54,2 cm), means its not straight with a variance of 0,5 cm which is quite visible.
The length is okay varies between 55 cm and 54,8 cm which is not visible.

Secondly, the colour of the tray is not even and finally, the finishing is not perfect as is expected of our craftsmen.

Overall, your tray does currently not meet our quality standards.

We therefore recommend to have it redone at no additional costs. I already talked to Brian about it and he understands my evaluation and is willing to redo.

As to our rules the final call in regard to this decision, is with you. Do you allow Brian to redo to ensure that what you get is perfect?

Cordula 03 Feb 2023 5:24 pm
(Automatic translation) 03 Feb 2023 5:23 pm: Cordula
Hello Vicky,
Brian wrote to me that after gluing a little unfd not visible exclusively in the area of the handles the wood warped about 3mm inward.
D92F838F-8D15-43AD-94DD-35F8DDCA3508.JPG – but this picture shows that the base plate is quasi tapered and that by 1cm. Thank you very much for this control. That would have bothered me a lot. I had written Brian that the base plate of the tray must be 55x55cm; in no case smaller.
see above:
I had written the following:
"So quite the picture is not clear to me; what does "base" mean? Is this the base of the tray? If this is the base, I notice that it is not square (55x55cm should be the tray); moreover, the ends of the pieces of wood are unequal in length. I'm not a carpenter, but it doesn't look very accurate in the pictures. I hope I don't have to worry about this?
HG
Cordula Burghoff
Brian had replied the following:
(Automatic translation) 16 Jan 2023 9:25 am: Brian Ng'aru
Good morning, as I was waiting for the wood glue to set before the final sanding and staining, I noticed that the sides with the handles cut out have shrunk about 3mm in the top center, the other sides and the bottom are all accurate (55cm). Is the 3mm difference uncomfortable?
I have attached a few pictures to show what I mean
Cordula 16 Jan 2023 10:41 pm
Hi Brian,
the tray should go on a table and cover it exactly. The base of the tray must not be smaller al 55x55cm; it would look very unattractive, because then parts of what I exactly don't want to see would probably be possible to see asymmetrically. That would bother me. If the dimension at the top is smaller, then the edges are not (everywhere) square, right? Doesn't that look crooked?
I'm not sure how much you can see that.
Brian Ng'aru 17 Jan 2023 5:51 am
(Automatic translation) 17 Jan 2023 5:51 am: Brian Ng'aru
Good morning, the base would flash on the table (55cm x 55cm), the corners are 90 degrees, the 3mm difference is only in the middle on the pieces with handles, it does not look crooked at all, we can definitely assemble another if you want, customer satisfaction is our priority.
According to your measurements Vicky, it is then different from what Brian wrote (contradiction – base plate is central 45×55) and ultimately unacceptable. I am uncomfortable, but then Brian will have to do it again please.
Very unfortunate.
HG
Cordula
Brian Ng’aru 07 Feb 2023 6:25 pm
hello Cordula, sorry for the delay caused by the measurement error, I will begin working on the tray and promise to be done as soon as possible. thank you for being patient.
Cordula 07 Feb 2023 8:22 pm
(Automatic translation) 07 Feb 2023 8:22 pm: Cordula
Ok, thank you
Brian Ng’aru 11 Feb 2023 4:02 pm
Hello Cordula, I have gotten the material for your tray. I will start working on it immediately. I will keep you updated. enjoy your weekend
Cordula 11 Feb 2023 6:29 pm
(Automatic translation) 11 Feb 2023 6:29 pm: Cordula
Ok, thank you
Brian Ng’aru 18 Feb 2023 1:10 pm
Hello Cordula, the tray is ready for staining and finish. I will upload finished pictures once it is dry and cured. Enjoy the weekend.
Cordula 18 Feb 2023 7:42 pm
(Automatic translation) 18 Feb 2023 7:42 pm: Cordula
Hi Brian,
very nice! that makes me very happy; I'm excited; nice to see it finished now.
Thanks, have a nice weekend to you too.
Cordula
Brian Ng’aru 21 Feb 2023 11:04 am
Good morning, the tray is ready for delivery, thank you for being patient with us. We are grateful for the opportunity to help realized your idea.
Cordula 21 Feb 2023 10:01 pm
(Automatic translation) 21 Feb 2023 10:01 pm: Cordula
Hi Brian,
in the pictures it looks like the color was not picked up evenly- it may also be deceiving- I realize that wood is a natural product and naturally takes color differently in the area of knotholes than in other places; the important thing to me is that it doesn't look blotchy. In 2 pictures you might think there were 3 light spots. Had you chosen a different finish; planned was oiled, now painted after all?
HG
Cordula
Brian Ng’aru 22 Feb 2023 5:43 am
Good morning, I completely understand your concern and you are very right, wood does take in color differently, and the light also reflects differently on the knots. The color however does look even, I have tried getting clearer images and a video which I have attached.
Cordula 22 Feb 2023 11:02 am
(Automatic translation) 22 Feb 2023 11:02 am: Cordula
OK.
Vicky Achieng 25 Feb 2023 1:08 pm
Hey Cordula,
I received your product and want to involve you in the quality check so that you are completely satisfied with your product before shipping. So I have shared some photos of the redone tray. The length, width and height of the tray from my measurements are 55cm,55cm and 4cm: although there is a part towards the edge of the tray along the length where the measurement is 54.8cm but not visible from just looking at the tray. Kindly let me know if this will be a problem.
Regards,
Vicky.
Cordula 26 Feb 2023 6:12 am
(Automatic translation) 26 Feb 2023 6:12 am: Cordula
Hello Vicky,
Thank you for your message.
No, I think it is not a problem. I would like to have the tray now like this.
Thanks for your critical look; if everything else is right it is good.
HG
Cordula Burghoff

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The final custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge:

 

custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge
custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge

Material:
Reference: ON007827E-41021

Costs to realize this custom made tray 55x55cm with 4cm high edge

Price
Cost of material
18.74
Cost of labour
34.22
Cost of packaging
1.63
Cost of delivery to local operations manager
2.44
Subtotal – payout to craftsman
57.03
Customer aquisition costs (advertising etc.)
5.7
Handling fee Urban Change Lab
5.7
Shipping costs from Kenya to Germany*
50
VAT (Germany)*
22.5
Total
140.93

*Shipping costs and VAT vary depending on your location.

 

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