Skirting the Issue

by Mary @ Home is Where the Boat Is

Skirted work benches and galvanized counters in my Potting Shed.

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I was on the hunt for something to cover my work surface/countertops, along with fabric to skirt my work benches to conceal the storage area underneath.

My work areas are approximately 4 feet x 2 feet.

I wanted a work surface that would be functional, easy to clean, economical, and not look too finished.

I found a sheet metal shop that does HVAC duct work to cover my plywood counters with galvanized sheet metal and attach a back splash.

The total for two four-foot, medium gauge galvanized counters with back splash, and soldered edges was $75 and ready in a day.

We used construction adhesive to secure the counter tops in place.

I found cafe curtains from Country Curtains with a print complete with the flowering charm of a cottage garden. The curtains were the ideal length and width for skirting my work benches. Lucky for me, since I would rather plant or pot, than sew :)

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Kyl5042718 on Mar 25, 2016
Where did you get this fabic?

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Krafty Kat on Oct 29, 2012
Love the fabric! Just gorgeous!

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Mary @ Home is Where the Boat Is on Mar 26, 2016
I bought the cafe curtains ready made :)

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