From Rusted Umbrella Stand to Patio Table

4 Materials
$20
3 Hours
Easy
How does one accumulate three metal umbrella stands yet have one lone patio umbrella? It was time to either call in for a donation pickup, or get crafty. Of course, DIY was the path we chose! Using a rusted metal umbrella stand and some galvanized pipe sections, we created the perfect side table to place a cold glass of summertime lemonade!
How to build a patio table with umbrella base
Be sure to purchase galvanized pipe fittings that fit into the umbrella stand. Insert the various pipe fittings into the umbrella base, using a rubber mallet to ensure proper fit.
Insert pipe fitting section into base.
On top of pipe section, insert pipe bushing fitting.
With the base built, give it a coat of spray paint. Once dry, give the base a coat of polyurethane spray.


Next, paint and/or stain the wooden table top. Once that is complete, give that a coat (or two) of polyurethane spray.
Use painters tape to create striped sections.
Use a bonding glue to secure the wooden table top onto the pipe bushing fitting. Come see how this easy umbrella patio side table turned out. It's the perfect place for a glass of cold lemonade!


For another great re-purpose, check out how we used spray paint and laminated cotton fabric to turn a vintage vanity stool into a cute chair for a child's desk.
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  • Kathleen Kathleen on Jun 10, 2018

    Really great idea! But I'm wondering why you didn't screw the table top to the base instead of just gluing it?

  • Nic33663894 Nic33663894 on Jun 24, 2018

    How did you get rid of rust from stand.

  • Iso33807294 Iso33807294 on Jul 15, 2018

    Can I do this with a lamp stand

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