Upcycle Stacking Tables, How to Make Small Table Tops
by
Jon Peters
2 Materials
$50
5 Hours
Medium
Learn how to upcycle old stacking tables and make and finish tops made out of Sapele wood.
{
"id": "4040160",
"alt": "",
"title": "",
"video_link": "https://www.youtube.com/embed/Mia3I1oDHL0",
"youtube_video_id": "Mia3I1oDHL0"
}
{
"width": 634,
"height": 357,
"showRelated": true
}
Clean the metal tables with a wire brush
Prime with rusty metal primer and spray with black aerosol paint
Join two piece of Sapele with biscuit joints to make the top
Glue and clamp using Rockler Sure-Foot clamps and clean off excess wood glue
Cross cut tops to size to fit to the stacking tables
Make rabbit joints on the bottom side of each table top to fit into the metal table supports…sand the the tops before finishing and remove all dust
User Waterlox Marine Sealer with a natural hair brush to seal both sides. Let dry for 24 hours
Finish with 2-3 coats of Waterlox Marine Satin Finish
Secure tops to the metal tables
Comments
Join the conversation
2 of 13 comments
-
You could also use pieces of plexiglass instead of wood and lightly sand with sand paper to create a frosted look.
-
Beautiful job, well done. I love them.
Frequently asked questions
Have a question about this project?
What brand of rusty metal primer do you use, or is there one you prefer?
What is Sapele wood? I've never heard of it, it's beautiful. Would spar varnish also work?