Tables

The farm table is an American tradition. They were often built by the families who intended to use them--not by cabinetmakers--resulting in a simple but strongly constructed piece of furniture...

Once super glue comes into contact with an exposed surface, the glue dries very quickly. The glue develops a strong bond with the item it contacts and can be extremely difficult to remove. Though...

To build a solid wood round table top, choose lumber with the straightest edges possible. Remember that '2-by' lumber is rounded on the long edges and will create a v-groove at the joints when...

Why buy when you can build? Impress your friends with a simple and effective cardboard table. You can easily build one in just a couple hours using stuff you already have.

In the fast-paced world we live in it is necessary to eat without indulging in a relaxed mode that accompanies sitting at a dinner table. Counter height tables are perfect for this situation....

Don't discard an old ugly table if it is still structurally sound. There are many ways to cover up an ugly tabletop. Choose to simply place items creatively on top of the table to conceal the...

Here is a way to update a kitchen table to completely change the look of your kitchen or dining room. Even better, you can take a cheap table and transform it into something that looks expensive....

Surface veneer on old tables tend to pry loose over the years and require a quick refinish. The top often comes loose and curls away from the core wood beneath. As long as the veneer remains and...

A rustic look on the inside of a home is easily gained by knowing a bit about woodwork. Using the right type of lumber is the key to building a rustic table. Pine works because of the high grain....

One of the most important parts of building a table is attaching the legs. A wooden table can have its legs attached in a variety of ways, but it is best to insure that they are sturdy no matter...

End tables can really set a living room off nicely. Personal décor that was worked on so hard can be complimented by a set of end table with no drawers. These simple pieces of furniture can...

Making your own one of a kind mosaic table can be a fun and rewarding experience. It just takes a little patience and you will have your own piece of unique furniture.

A cozy addition to the new living room is a farm table. Because of their versatility, farm tables can be used in just about any room of the house. The more common use is the living room or sitting...

This is a fairly easy way to recycle some old books and at the same time make a unique end table for relatively little money.

You can make these rustic tables for your living room, bedroom, entrance hall or on the patio. Personalize them with your old cowboy boots. You will have a great conversation piece, and everyone...

If you want to add a unique look to your coffee table, consider covering the top with bottle caps. This look is fairly easy to create, does not take away from the function of the table, and will...

Butcher block tabletops are both good looking and practical. In fact, a well-made tabletop can last for years and become a heritage piece of furniture that will be passed on for generations....

Veneer is a thin layer of hardwood that is glued over a plywood or solid wood base, called a substrate, to create an attractive finish. As fragile as it is beautiful, veneer chips easily,...

By purchasing simple, round glass tabletops you can place on top of the base of your choice, you have an unlimited source for small glass tables you can place in your living room, den, sunroom, or...

A nice, functional wooden end table can be put together by just about anyone if they have the right tools. The wood used is a single board in the species of your choice such as oak, walnut or...

A nice looking table can brighten up any room. A farmhouse table is a sturdy table that can go in almost any kitchen. A farmhouse table can either have four legs or a pedestal base. This version...

Resin can provide a thick, durable, clear surface for a tabletop. It doesn't take any special skills to apply, but it does take patience. Be sure to do the prep work, and the actually application...

Sometimes boards that make up a tabletop separate because of shrinkage. When this happens cracks develop as the boards draw apart. If the cracks are not too wide, they can be fixed rather simply....

A wobbly table is one of life's little annoyances. It's an easy fix that requires only the simplest of tools. See How to...