Sofa table makeover
I want to redo this sofa table with a white washed look. However, the glass on both of the shelves is missing. I don’t want to replace it with glass because of the expense. Any other suggestions? I would like to use wood, but I’m concerned that wood inlays won’t look so good on the top because of the middle divider. Any suggestions please?
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You can cut board to fit into the gaps and paint them the same as the base. Or you can have a new piece of wood that will sit on the top.
Very nice table!
You could white wash as you indicated and for the top you could cut 2 pieces of wood to fit, then put a wood transfer design on top of the new pieces. Take a look here for Iron Orchid Design and transfers, they also offer a tutorial:
https://ironorchiddesigns.com/
Hi Nancy, perhaps you can consider making a whole new top rather than two inlays. You can white wash the legs and frame and stain the new top a dark color
you could replace the top with recycled wood in different shades, fabric mounted to a board- here is more info for you
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/516295544764801051/
I think wood inlays would work just fine. Give the table the white washed look and stain the pieces of wood for a nice contrast.
If you don't want the wood, why not make a mosaic for each side with tiles or old dishes?
You could cast a resin top . Use the marbelizing technique or put pretty rocks, etc in .
The middle divider can be removed and reattached lower working as a support. I did this with a square coffee table that had the old glass inserts and put in tiles
Could you leave the bottom space empty? One less thing to dust! Or cover a piece of wood with marble look contact paper (it can be pretty convincing!).
You can go with tile but I don't think the divider would cause a problem with wood. Consider cutting the wood at an angle so that you have a herringbone pattern and the divider will look more natural. You might also go with a different finish on the inlays. Then it will look more purposeful. If you have artistic or find a pretty stencil, you could go that route on the inlays and give it a framed appearance.
make squares from plywood and cover with faux leather. Since you are planning to white wash the table consider a black leather top. Have fun you have many options.
Get some plywood and cut it to fit and then paint it or do a chalk paint finish on it.
Stone is commonly used in outdoor tabletops, such as patio furniture, and it offers durability and a rustic look that is very appealing to many people. Marble is frequently used both indoors and outdoors as a tabletop replacement. You can paint the stone to match any pattern or color scheme, which is a benefit over glass since glass tabletops are typically clear and not decorated or modified much. Stone is a more expensive option, but its durability means it can last for years because stone won't shatter.
Chicken wire. Two pieces for each. Then add photographs, prints, art etc. You can change them out whenever I want
You can have tile cut to the size of the openings in the top of your table. This works great as you can place hot or cold drink mugs/glasses without fear of ruining wood or painted wood.
I would cover the whole thing with boards. Measure 1x6 boards to the length you want and nail it to the top of the table. Sand the boards then white wash them with white paint. You may even want to stain the boards first, let them dry then white wash it so the dark stain comes through in places.
Hello. I would use wood and paint it whitewashed too.
Hi! We recently had beveled glass shelves cut by a local merchant, and they were perfect size (you can also do a template from cardboard), and not as expensive as I had thought. If that is out of your budget, you could put a sheet of good quality plywood cut to size, and have a solid top. I redid a small table with a piece of galvanized metal for the top, and although everyone told me it wouldn't work, I use it every day and it works great! Good luck and stay safe!
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If you're planning on painting the table, inset some nice wood. You can paint that wood, do a mosaic, stencil it, stain it -- use the search bar at the top left for table ideas and you'll get a gazillion back.
I've done makeovers on these and you can use 1/4" plywood cut to fill in the missing glass pieces and then cover those with vinyl print, heavy duty countertop contact paper, or you can paint them with epoxy paint and even do a speciatly technique on the panels such as crackle or striation.
Put glass tile large pieces there is some pretty pieces go to Home Depot you could even put floor tiles as long as you like the look I think it will look nice