Table book with your own hands drawings and diagrams
The table-book received its unusual name because of its design features, thanks to which it quickly folds and disassembles, turning from a large table into a compact one and back again. Such models are very popular nowadays and, due to their features, are in great demand among buyers. The convenient design of the model allows it to be used for different purposes, for example, for a large feast. After the celebration, the table can be folded and put back in place, and it does not take up much space. Manufacturers of such furniture often sell it at very high prices. You can create such a table with your own hands.
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Varieties and design options for book tables
In stores you can find furniture for every taste and color, the assortment is very rich, everyone can find a model to suit their taste. Here are some popular types of design for the appearance of such a table:
- Standard rectangular shape.
- In the form of a semicircle or an elongated oval.
- Using shaped inserts into the body of the main part.
- Corner with collapsible side parts.
- With additional shelves in the design. It will help you free up additional space and place the necessary items at hand.
- Completely wooden or with glass inserts.
- With or without wheels.
A huge range of models, decorative images and a variety of styles will allow you to choose a table in accordance with your individual preferences. But for some reason, many still strive to make furniture with their own hands, and if they buy it, they choose thoroughly and for a very long time. There may be several reasons:
- The quality of the material from which the furniture is made leaves much to be desired.
- The price is too high. There is no desire to overpay for a fashion brand.
- Standard formats do not always coincide with personal preferences and room dimensions.
In any case, you can always make a table, guided by personal preferences, and decorate the interior by adding another masterpiece of your own production.
IMPORTANT! A model created by yourself will meet all the necessary parameters of the room, and its appearance will be the result of realized creative potential. This will be a truly unique and rare thing, which will lead to many pleasant meetings.
What you need to make a table-book with your own hands
If you seriously decide to start making a homemade table, then in addition to desire, you will first of all need tools and materials for the work. Of course, the choice depends on how much you plan to spend, the intended design and the service life of the future book-table. We offer the most common option that anyone can do without any special training or special skills.
List of necessary materials and tools for manufacturing:
- Sketch of the future table.
- Laminated chipboard panels, prepared to your measurements.
- Fastenings with self-tapping screws.
- Four legs.
- Beam 5×2.5 cm.
- Wheels with special mounts on the legs.
- Sandpaper.
- Hammer and nails.
- Screwdriver with screws.
You may also need additional materials that are used for decoration: paint, curly wood cuttings, mosaics and much more.
ATTENTION! If you want to use the table both assembled and disassembled, then you need to create such a sketch so that even when folded, the surface of the tabletop is sufficient to perform the necessary work.
Once you have everything prepared, you can begin the creative process.
DIY book-table: drawing and stages of work
First you need to think through the drawing and draw the diagram on graph paper. If necessary, at this stage you can make corrections and think through all the details down to the smallest detail. We suggest using a ready-made drawing plan for the classic version of the table:
- Decide on the place where you will place the future product and take measurements so that the dimensions fit perfectly into the interior and do not interfere with surrounding objects.
- Transfer the image taking into account the width and length of the main and side parts.
- Also consider the height and reflect this in your plan.
- Specify the location of attachment of the legs and side parts and use symbols to reflect this in the drawing.
After constructing the diagram, you can begin to work, finding your bearings and constantly checking your sketch to avoid errors in the design:
- We cut out the central cover onto the base of the table.
- We attach two side parts to the center on hinges so that they fall freely.
- To fix the furniture, it is necessary to make a central frame and stiffening ribs. For this purpose, bars knocked together along the perimeter of the central part will serve.
- Stiffening ribs are attached to the side parts; they will serve as a support when disassembled.
- Holes are made on the ribs and wheels are attached for ease of transportation.
The new table is ready for use. Now you have what you wanted. But this is not the limit of possibilities. Having learned how to make a classic version, try to create a more advanced model. Don't be afraid to experiment, this will teach you how to create masterpieces and avoid beginner mistakes. Only after many attempts will experience in manufacturing come, and you will be able to easily improvise in this craft.