Have a search for the Cutter Inn in Ely, UK - they have a bar made by the
old local boatyard built as half a boat.

Dave

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All,
I would like to build a coffee table that is the hull of a boat. I
have a nice half hull (a shelf) to get some nice dimensions off of, I
can build frames and then apply the planks to the frames upside down. I
will leave the deck open and cover with glass. Ill have it sitting on
supports similar to dry dock(although maybe more cosmetic). My question
is are there good books that describe plank-on-frame construction other
than those for models. And are the ones for models sufficient for my
needs. My main concerns are plank thinkness, joining in transition
areas(the stern mainly, keel, bow, etc) and what to fill the gaps
with(i guess I could use normal wood filler). It will be about five
feet in length, maybe two feet wide, maybe two feet high. I might build
a prototype out of balsa or basswood, and then build the final with a
nicer wood. Thank-you for any help you can provide
Jesse M.