Furniture Making

Acrylic tabletops are clear and look like glass. The plus side is that it is much more durable than glass. You do not have to worry about acrylic breaking, especially if you have small children at...

One of the hallmarks of a Montessori classroom is the predominance of wooden materials and furniture. Unlike many preschools that use plastic toys and tables, Montessori schools use natural...

Making office furniture is a customized way of meeting your specific office needs. Whether it's purely functional or has some character, DIY office furniture requires a little ingenuity and even...

If you have a deer hunter in the family, then decorating with deer antlers is a perfect way to re-purpose something that may have otherwise been thrown away. Interior decorators have long used...

A stone and tile table top can add an artistic element to any room. The finished table top can be set into a wrought iron table frame or affixed to decorative wooden table legs for a custom table...

A while back, I got a new coffee table. The old one's wooden top needed refinished due to my lack of coaster usage for many years, but the base was still nice and very solid. I can't bear to...

This article is a shows you how to make improvements to basic coffee table designs. Once you have made the basic table you can add more components such as a drawers, shelves, and trim. These...

A coffee table can be easy to make. This instruction adds a shelf in the coffee table of "Design 2" which is basically a table with two rectangular boards for legs. These steps can be...

Mosaic tile tables are stunning pieces of functional art. Unlike many art forms, mosaic is particularly suited for decorating frequently used surfaces and can even be used outdoors. Following...

Cube-style coffee tables are functional, and also provide a conversation piece. They can include multiple colors, and glass or wooden tops. The crates can be used to store photo albums, flowers or...

When building outdoor furniture, you want a finished project that is sturdy, durable and will hold up to the elements. Well-planned design, good construction techniques and adequate waterproofing...

Making an ottoman from a coffee table is one example of eco-friendly decorating. All you need to complete this project are fabric, foam padding, batting, spray adhesive and a staple gun. If your...

Long ago, country folks used a three-legged side table to hold a candle by their chair, but these tables are just as useful today for a lamp or a TV remote control. Here's how to build your own...

You can easily turn an old table into a decorate piece by painting it yourself. You can use any color for your project.

The beauty of many antique tables is hidden away under a faded, worn layer of old paint or stain. A truly lovely gem may be just a day away with a little elbow grease and tender loving care. The...

Sofa tables are placed behind your sofa and typically run 4 feet long or more. You can make a sofa table from scratch using wood, slate, tile, rock or glass. Create a naturally beautiful sofa...

PVC pipe doesn't make for the most attractive table, but it is easy to assemble, inexpensive and durable. A PVC table is great for outdoor use, utility, and temporary use while you look for new...

As a cub scount mom, I have had several opportunities to go camping. Without a truck or SUV, what we take is very important as space is at a premium in my small car. I came across this table in my...

Making your own dressing table bench allows you to design the shape you want, add the embellishments that please you, and it allows you to customize the color of the dressing table bench with the...

There are lots of reasons you might need a breakable table. Perhaps you’re interested in playing a prank on a friend that requires you to break some furniture without getting hurt. Set...

Choose an accent table style that compliments your home decor and fits your space. Look around at the options in local furniture stores to get an idea of what you like, and use that inspiration to...

Instead of putting a pretty vase of flowers or a big book on your coffee table, turn the table into a masterpiece. Create a display area for your own photographs and artwork. Showcase your artsy...

With its clean lines and simple design, the Parsons table has become a timeless piece of furniture. Attributed to Jean-Michel Frank from New York's Parsons School of Design, this table was first...

Tables are infinitely useful items to have around. The problem is that it isn't always easy to find a table that matches a specific style or décor. For this reason, tile tables are becoming...

Twig furniture is easy to make at home using simple tools. Willow twigs are a popular choice because they are easily found and long lasting. You should build a small table as your first project to...

You can make rustic furniture out of logs in a few steps. Beginners should try building a basic log table before moving on to make more advanced log furniture projects.