Banquet Table Makeover
Give that ugly, old banquet table a new lease on life by adding a new table top.
Begin by measuring your table. My table measured 5' x 30"; however, I purchased 3 pieces of pine that measured 1" x 12" x 6' for the top, so I would have an overhang of 6" on each end and 3" on each side. I also purchased 3 pieces of 1" x 3" x 8" for the edges.
Using a miter saw, cut the 3" edge pieces of the table.
Apply wood glue to the edges of the 12" boards. Making sure the ends of the boards are align, clamp them together and allow glue to dry for two hours.
Using a tape measure, mark where the pilot holes need to be drilled on the 3" edge boards. I marked 4" from each end, then every 10". Using those marks, drill pilot holes and countersink holes for the screws you will be using to attached the 3" edge boards to the 12" top boards.
Attach the 3" edge boards to the 12" top boards using screws, countersinking the screws.
Fill the screw holes with wood filler.
After the wood filler has dried, sand the table using medium grade sandpaper.
Using a damp cloth, wipe the entire table to remove any dust.
Chose your finish - either paint or stain. I used Red Oak stain.
Using a dry cloth, remove any excess stain. Allow the stain to dry at least 1 hour. Finish with a clear coat of sealer. Allow to dry for 24 hours.
Your new table is ready to use!
To permanently affix the new table top to the original banquet table, apply Liquid Nails to the original top and place the new top onto the original. For added support, screw the top in place.
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Are the legs still functional and fold up? If so, this would be an amazing piece to have for use in anything really, because of the ease in transporting it!!! Think about using it to dress up a booth at a flea market or in craft shows, etc. Not to mention it would take your extra seating game up to a whole new level during the holidays and other events... I love this idea!!! I would totally use this in my dining room all the time. It has that rustic industrial look to it, too, which is very trendy in furniture right now... Very nice job!!!
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You did a great job, the finished project is beautiful. The black chairs are stunning to complete the look!
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I really love this idea. How much did this project cost to do for the wood? I would have been scared to do this on your floor and the beautiful dining room with the mess and dust. I love this!
I love the look of the table but do not like the legs. Any ideas how to change the legs and make it look more permanently?