DIY table from scrap materials photo

Furniture is an important part of the interior. It’s hard to imagine an apartment without a beautiful and functional table. Fashion and new design solutions are constantly changing ideas about how this or that interior element should look. Some people like simple factory products of ordinary shapes and colors, others prefer custom-made furniture and unexpected combinations of materials and colors.

What table should I make?

There are different types of tables: writing, coffee, dining. You can make a coffee table from scrap materials using a photo yourself quite easily and quickly. The main thing is to follow all the instructions and use your imagination. This is also a great way to add a special touch of originality and thereby surprise your guests. The choice of table depends on where it will be located and what design it will be combined with.

We make measurements and drawings

Measuring is one of the important processes in making custom-made furniture. Measurements must be taken very accurately to avoid errors and additional costs. It should be remembered that the measurement error can be up to 10 mm. Such an error will not play a special role. To take the correct measurement you will need: a ruler, tape measure and cord. It is worth considering the following points when measuring:

• You can find out the height of the table using various measuring instruments: from a simple ruler to a construction tape.
• If the table supports are of ordinary shapes, then it is enough to simply measure the desired height and add the thickness of the tabletop to this value. Then you get the height of the table. For more accurate measurements, you need to make marks with a pencil so that the calculations are correct.
• Drawings can be done at a professional level, or sketches with dimensions can be made.
• To make the right drawing, you need to take into account who will be using the table.
• You also need to take into account a number of other factors: the presence of window sills, switches, built-in appliances, sockets and protrusions.
• In addition, you need to consider whether there will be a radiator and a floor plinth next to the table.

Preparing materials and tools

You can use completely different tools and materials for your work. Despite the variety of materials, preference is mainly given to wood. A wooden table can be placed in a nursery without fear of the toxicity of the materials. This type of material is valued for its naturalness, environmental friendliness, beautiful texture and variety of colors.

To make a table you will need the following tools:

• chisel;
• saw;
• hammer;
• brush;
• plane (manual or electric);
• sandpaper or grinder;
• building level.

REFERENCE! You can even make a coffee table from materials such as stumps or wood cuts.

Despite the apparent simplicity and laconic design, this version of the table will look appropriate in any setting. It can become a real highlight of the interior in both the bedroom and living room. And for lovers of eco-style, this is a real find.

How to make a table

Consider the procedure for making a simple table with your own hands:

• We take a piece of wood of the required size and dry it in a dry room.
• Next, using a chisel and hammer, remove the bark from the tree. You don’t have to remove the bark if you so desire.
• Using a saw, we form the base of the table and legs.
• To check the evenness of the countertop, use a building level. If you need to raise the level, we use a plane.
• We clean the workpiece from chips with a brush.
• Next, sand the cuts using a sanding machine. You can also use sandpaper.
• We prime the table with a bioprotective primer, paint over it and apply varnish.

IMPORTANT! It is necessary to follow the entire sequence of actions. And, of course, do not rush to apply primer, paint and varnish one after another. It is important to wait the necessary time for the materials to dry.

Original combinations in the interior cost a lot of money compared to conventional factory-made furniture. Here comes the solution: making furniture yourself. This process can be made not only creative, but also useful, and also significantly save money. With these simple recommendations, you can make a beautiful and functional table that will decorate any interior.