Many things can be done with your own hands. This is difficult in most cases, only at first glance. The new review collected examples of unique and amazing coffee tables that craftsmen made with their own hands.
1. Old suitcase
Old suitcases are real finds for designers and out-of-the-box thinkers. Through simple manipulations, suitcases are transformed into unique furniture and decorative items. For example, you can turn an unnecessary suitcase into an original one Coffee table ik, simply by screwing the legs to it. This table will add charm to both a bachelor’s apartment and a family living room decorated in a classic style.
2. Boards
Instead of going to furniture store and buy a finished product, be creative and go to a construction store wooden blocks And metal legs. Next, you should connect the boards together and screw the boards to them. A table made by yourself is a unique and versatile thing, just like wooden furniture fits perfectly into any interior.
3. Battery
Have you purchased new batteries? However, do not rush to throw away the old one. cast iron radiator. Buy a piece of glass and turn it old battery into an original coffee table, which you definitely won’t see either in the store or with your friends.
4. Framed window
An old framed window is a wonderful material to create a charming coffee table for your living room. Screw legs wrapped in coarse rope to the frame and decorate the table top with beads and shells.
5. Logs
A stunning low table can be made from small logs. First you need to assemble the base of the table from plywood, glue it around the perimeter wooden beams, and cover the middle with a plywood lid. Next, you need to glue thin wooden cuts onto the plywood lid so that it seems as if the table is made entirely of logs, screw on the legs and thoroughly seal all the cracks.
6. Wooden cuts
Large wooden cuts are an amazing material for creating a beautiful and original table that will become a real highlight of the living room and will last long years. Making such a table is as easy as shelling pears. You need to carefully process the wood and fasten the two cuts together, glue a wide wooden block-leg in the center and open the surface with varnish.
7. Pallet
Wooden pallets- an excellent material for creating a wide variety of furniture: sofas, beds, chairs and of course tables. To begin with, you should get a pallet, thoroughly clean it and paint it in the desired color. All that’s left is to screw the legs and put the glass tabletop on top.
8. Wire reel
A large wooden reel for wires is a practical ready-made coffee table. Of course, it’s not so easy to get it, but if you’re lucky enough, you know what to do with it.
9. Tire
There are many ideas for creating original furniture from unwanted car tires. For example, you can make a charming table out of a tire, a piece of plywood, a few pieces of wood and some rough rope.
10. Glass
Budget and very original table for a modern living room, which will require glass to create square shape and low wheeled legs.
11. Glass and books
An original idea for recycling unwanted books. Certainly, we're talking about not about fiction and works of classics, but here are old textbooks that gather dust idle on the shelves. In addition to books, you will also need a small piece of glass and a frame. Insert the glass into the pre-painted frame and attach the finished structure to the book posts.
12. Chest
Wooden table and basin.
Sometimes even a broken trough can do a good job. For example, it is useful for creating a coffee table. In addition to the metal vessel that acts as a leg, you will also need a round tabletop made of chipboard or wood.
15. Old table
An old coffee table can be an excellent material for creating a new table. You just need to paint the legs and cover the table with fabric of the desired color.
Coffee table– at first glance, not the most necessary furniture. Therefore, its acquisition is endlessly postponed. But it is precisely such items that make the interior truly cozy and comfortable. Therefore, we are sharing ideas that will tell you how to make a stylish coffee table with your own hands and not go broke.
1. Democratic and accessible
To make such a table you will need a pair of metal or plastic boxes and two large boards. Don't forget to fasten the structure securely.
2. For the smartest
Books with beautiful covers and small glass for the table top are all the materials for such a coffee table. The books must be glued together, and the glass can be fixed to them using silicone glue, which becomes transparent after drying.
3. Ordered chaos
Coffee table from flat elements, fastened together in a chaotic manner - an idea that is easy to implement. Wooden cuts, parts of boards, and large books are suitable.
4. Industrial style
A reel for industrial cables is a thing that cannot be found on every corner. But if you are lucky enough to become the owner of this item, it can be used to make an excellent coffee table.
5. Table for car enthusiasts
Coffee table from car tire will last for many years. But it is advisable to use the tire without damage. All that remains is to paint it, secure the tabletop and legs.
6. Wooden table is almost free
Ordinary pallets, which can be purchased for pennies, are an excellent material for making furniture. A little imagination, and the wooden coffee table is ready.
7. Second life for old boxes
Another way to become the owner of a coffee table made of natural wood is to use old boxes as material for its manufacture. Four large drawers fastened together form a stylish desk.
8. Extravagant chic
A coffee table with asymmetrical legs looks especially original, but at the same time luxurious. The tabletop is made of thick boards or wooden cut.
9. From the dacha to the living room
Big wooden barrel Easily converts into a coffee table. It must be cut into two parts, and then the table top and legs must be attached to one of them.
10. Spacious and functional table out of the box
A utility box made of plastic or wood can also be used as a coffee table. To make the table mobile, you can attach small wheels to its bottom.
11. Warm table
Old heating radiator – solid foundation, which will help you make a coffee table with your own hands. You just need to paint it in desired color, attach the wheels and place thick glass on top.
12. From the interior door
Interior door, which has served its useful life, becomes material for making a coffee table with your own hands. It must be cut into several parts and fastened together.
13. If it’s a pity to quit and it’s hard to carry
An old suitcase can become an original tabletop for a coffee table. You just need to attach the legs to it.
14. Brutal elegance
Available option making legs for a coffee table - these are ordinary plastic or metal pipes, connected to each other by fittings. This furniture will fit perfectly into a loft-style interior.
15. From ordinary wooden beams
A wooden beam, folded in a checkerboard pattern, will become a tabletop for a homemade coffee table. The legs can be made from thick metal wire.
To make the interior look harmonious, you need to take care not only of the details, but also of the decoration of the room. Continuing the topic -
Do you love designer items, but sigh in frustration when you look at the price tags that adorn them in stores? Try becoming a designer yourself. Do you think it's difficult? Nothing like this! By following the instructions, you can easily create with your own hands original a piece of interior from scrap materials. And we suggest starting with coffee table- such a simple, but very important subject furniture. Believe me, at such a table you will be happy to serve tea to your guests, who will admire your skills. In addition, by creating a coffee table with your own hands, you will literally fill your house warmth and put a piece of your soul into it. So it's definitely worth a try.
DIY coffee table in a marine style
Idea in the style of "romantic". All year round, while sipping your favorite drink at this table, you will remember the warm sea, gentle surf and moonlit path. " Nautical"The table is tenderness, sophistication and originality in the very heart of your home.
How to do it?
1. Take the old window frame and clean it of dust and dirt. If the previous glass cracked, insert a new one, then get rid of the old layer paints and sand the surface. Next you should delete metal corners, which additionally fix the details frames.
Ready! Enjoy your creation and bring joy to your guests!
Suitcase table for travel lovers
Very original solution for an old favorite suitcase that has seen other lands with you and that you don’t want to throw away because of the memories.
How to do it?
First, go to the store where you will need to purchase furniture legs ( wooden or metal). If you want to make a mobile table, then you need to take wheels. You will also need plywood, screws and a screwdriver.
Now we make markings on the bottom of the suitcase for future legs and drill holes. Since it will not be possible to attach the legs to the fabric, we put plywood inside the suitcase, make markings on it through the holes and also drill them. Now we attach the mount to the bottom of the suitcase and attach the legs. Using hot glue, glue the felt inside the suitcase.
To give the table an original look appearance, reminiscent of distant travels, you can decorate it with stickers made in the form of stamps, or decorate it at your discretion.
That's all - the unusual coffee table is ready! By the way, there are a huge number of options for turning suitcases into tables: by choosing the legs to your liking, you can make a table into style retro or classical. You don’t have to attach the legs at all if you have a massive suitcase - it will look truly incredible: such a table will bring into the interior a sense of adventure and adventure, the spirit of travel and unknown distant countries.
Table made of logs for nature lovers
We take wooden beams (in in this case birch) of the same height and width, 32 pieces in total. You also need to take a base for the table, legs (4 pieces), putty to match the wood, a screwdriver and glue intended for wooden surfaces.
First you need to assemble the base for the table, then glue wooden beams around the perimeter, and sew up the middle with cardboard. Then we screw the legs to the bottom. Next we glue it to inner surface thin wooden dies - this will make it seem like the table is completely wooden. Now we take the putty and carefully fill in all the voids, after which we rub it in until we create a completely flat surface. Voila! Now you are the owner of an extraordinary table that will become the highlight of your interior.
If you like the idea, you can create other tables using this scheme, using, for example, branches instead of bars. To create such a table you need to take a plywood box, painted black paint, the size of which is 40x40x60 cm (or any other size at your discretion).
To paste the frame, we take branches from which we first remove the loose bark (we do this with sandpaper). What is the order of gluing: first we glue the branches on the long side of the table, and then we select wooden dies and, as mosaic, lay them out on the ends. The thickness of the dies should be approximately 1 cm; they can be cut into parquet or circular saw. And finally, install the glass that will serve as the tabletop. If desired, screw it to the table wheel supports, it can be made mobile.
Using the same technology, you can create many more unusual pieces of furniture. You can lay out the branches horizontally and then you will get such a wonderful table. Such furniture looks not only very original, but also incredibly stylish.
Original table made from pallets
An idea that came to the mind of someone truly brilliant. It would seem that one can come up with pallets, which are probably lying around at every dacha? And you can make them into a very convenient and functional element of the interior.
How to do it?
First, collect all the tools necessary for your idea: the pallet itself, drill, clamps, hammer, screws, nail puller, wood glue, wheels, soap, primer, screwdriver. In addition, take paint brushes, a flap brush with abrasive bristles for a drill, varnish and a clear primer.
First of all, you should take a drill with an attachment designed for wood processing, and clean the surface of the boards from dirt. Now carefully disassemble the sanded pallet into pieces. Lightly tap out the rusty nails with a large hammer and carefully pull them out with a nail puller. Glue the broken pieces of boards with wood glue. At this stage you will need clamps. They need to carefully clamp the boards and wait until they dry.
Now the parts prepared for the tabletop need to be nailed and glued with reverse side, then clamp them with clamps and wait until they dry.
Then coat the table with a colorless primer, and then varnish. Next, on the back of the table, mark places for screws to attach the wheels. Drill holes for the fasteners with a drill. To ensure that the screws fit into the wood easily, lubricate them with soap. Using a ratchet wrench, you can quickly and conveniently tighten hex head screws.
A stylish, compact and quite functional table is ready!
Table made of drawers
Another one original idea captivates with its simplicity and unexpectedness - who would even think of building a table from boxes? But it has come, and now you can create one like this at home unusual item interior Surely you yourself will be delighted, and your guests will appreciate the originality of this idea.
How to do it?
Take 4 wooden boxes, sandpaper, varnish c water based, roller and brush, dowels, 10 mm plywood sheet, PVA glue, 4 wheels and screws.
First you need to sand the drawers and coat them with varnish. Then, using a drill with a stop, make holes at the ends of the drawers. Using wood glue, you need to fix the dowels at the fastening points and connect the ends of the boxes together. Attach wheels to a sheet of plywood, and then attach the sheet to the boxes with self-tapping screws. The table is ready!
Such extraordinary things can be created from quite ordinary materials. Having imagination and a desire for originality and comfort in your home, you can easily create miracles. Look around: maybe old window frame has every chance of becoming an interesting element of the interior?
Or maybe a huge wooden reel of industrial cable that can become an elegant piece of furniture?
A coffee table is not an essential item in the home, but without it, the interior is devoid of comfort. Such a small detail significantly changes the atmosphere in the room.
A table made from wood with your own hands adds a touch of homely warmth. Therefore, it is better to make a coffee table yourself than to purchase it in a store.
Before you start working on preparing materials, you need to decide which model will fit into the interior of the room. What are your preferences for shape? color scheme, height, etc. If a person has a sense of taste, he can create a coffee table project himself. Or modify it yourself suitable option, found both on the Internet and in specialized magazines. 
Modern design solutions suggest models of this piece of furniture that are so diverse in shape that you can get lost in this abundance. Last years More and more often, not only standard geometric shapes tables, but also bold exclusive solutions.
- square tables. A coffee table option quite familiar to the average person. The traditional shape of the tabletop is acceptable in a room with a similar set of furniture that is all designed in the same style. This form is quite functional if you equip the table with additional shelves and drawers. The dimensions of the tabletop may vary, depending on the location and wishes of the owner. But usually used in sizes 80 by 80 centimeters;
- rectangular tables. This form requires more space in the room, so it is not recommended to place rectangular coffee tables in small rooms. The width of such a standard table is usually 60 cm, the length is arbitrary, but not more than 160 cm. A small company can sit at such tables;
- round and oval tabletop shapes. Most often, this form of coffee table can be found in a house where there are small children or old people. The rounded edges of the tabletop will prevent injury and injury to its owners. Behind the oval or round table It’s nice to have evening tea;
- non-standard forms. It is very fashionable now to have furniture with non-standard solutions. Couples in love buy heart-shaped tables. Triangular table it looks fantastic, as if it were a gift from alien creatures. A coffee table in the shape of a curved snake gives the room uniqueness and extravagance.
Height
The height of the coffee table is great importance, if not the main thing. The standards applicable to this type of table indicate that their height must be at least 40 centimeters and not exceed 50 centimeters.
These standards allow you to use it comfortably while sitting on an armchair or sofa.
But these recommendations are relative. The height of sofas and ottomans today is arbitrary. There are models that have high location pillows And there are models in which a person sits practically on the floor. Therefore, low table models are quite in demand today. They are reminiscent of Eastern customs, where it is customary to sit on the floor during meals.
Width
The main criterion in choosing the width of the tabletop is the area of the room where the coffee table will be located. Small apartment assumes the presence of compact furniture. And in a spacious room it is appropriate to place a large table.
Important! Standards for coffee tables say that the width should be about 60 centimeters and the length should be 120 centimeters.
In many ways, the shape of the table depends on the functionality assigned to it. The presence of attached wheels at the bottom is suitable for frequent moving from place to place. You should also consider whether the wheels will cause damage floor covering. A large number of shelves is necessary for those who like to keep all sorts of little things at hand or want to use a table for creativity with their child.
What can it be made from?
The most common material for making a table is natural tree. It's environmentally friendly pure material, which makes excellent furniture.
But over time, the tree can dry out and fade, change its structure and shape. Therefore, it is undesirable to place pieces of furniture made from it near heating appliances.
In addition, types of wood such as wenge have a high price, which suggests the idea of making only tabletops from wood.
MDF, laminated chipboard , special furniture boards coated with plastic are cheaper options from which you can make a table. This also includes laminated wood panels, which are made from less valuable species wood, allowing significant savings, but at the same time in appearance they will resemble whole board expensive wood. When making the bases of the table from these materials, they are covered with veneer.
It is very fashionable to have a table with transparent glass in your interior. glass tabletop. This table gives the room a luxurious and expensive look. But there is one significant drawback to such tables.
Important! The glass surface is very easily soiled, any marks from fingers or cups remain immediately visible. That's why glass tables require increased care in use.
In addition to wood, MDF and glass, you can use non-traditional materials: cork, stone, ceramics, metal, plastic and other materials that can be found in hardware stores.
Tools and materials
Before you make a coffee table with your own hands, you need to collect materials and tools:
- Glue (preferably PVA),
- Glue brush,
- Blank for table top,
- Blank for table legs,
- Wheels (if necessary),
- Tongues,
- Hacksaw,
- Jigsaw,
- Roulette,
- Square,
- Marker or pencil
- Drill,
- Grinding attachment for drill,
- Self-tapping screws,
- Screwdriver,
- Clamps,
- Plane,
- Chisel,
- Bit,
- Mallet.
How to make it yourself?
How to cut elements from wood yourself?
The main elements of a coffee table are table top, slats And legs. To make a tabletop, you can take materials such as MDF sheets, boards, glass, plywood, etc., but tradition dictates that you make your own first table from wood.
The main rule when preparing table elements is to make the markings correctly. The proverb “measure twice, cut once” fits perfectly in this case.
Using a jigsaw, we cut out the tabletop according to the intended markings. This tool will allow you to make an even cut and give the table any shape, from simple rectangular to curly. The legs (4 pieces) can be cut off with a hacksaw and then given any shape using a jigsaw. The planks (4 pieces) are also cut with a hacksaw. Then we make holes in the legs and tenons in the slats. In the future, it is necessary to sand all the blanks of the future table.
Assembly
We pre-assemble the table, followed by adjustment of all parts. The connections should fit tightly into each other with little force by hand. If the coffee table turns out the way you envisioned, then you can move on to gluing the parts.
Important! To increase durability, you should disassemble the structure and coat all the spikes with PVA glue. final assembly. Secure the table parts with clamps and let the glue dry for 24 hours.
The next day, we clean the legs with the slats from any remaining glue. Then we attach the tabletop to the planks using self-tapping screws and glue. Self-tapping screws should not go right through the tabletop.. After drying, clean all seams again from any remaining glue.
Treatment
When the coffee table has dried well, you can begin work that will protect the wood from moisture, rotting, fungi and mold. And also for decorating a home interior element created by yourself.
Protection is carried out with antiseptic agents that will protect the table from moisture and exposure to sunlight.
The most popular and accessible means for wooden products is stain. It prevents the material from deformation, mildew and mold.
The stain is water repellent deep penetration. Exists big choice color shades of this product, similar different breeds tree. After the stain has dried, a colorless varnish is applied, which adds shine and gloss.
Yacht varnish protects the tree from swelling, drying out and rotting. This varnish forms a film after a single application. Repeated treatment must be carried out after two years.
Important! Yacht varnish does not have decorative properties; its main function is to protect the wood.
Polyurethane varnish repels moisture and prevents deformation, drying out and wear of the material. This varnish comes in two types - matte and glossy.
Acrylic lacquer helps protect the surface of a wooden table from the effects of external natural factors. This varnish is best used to treat furniture pieces summer cottage. He protects wooden product from moisture. Main component acrylic varnish– aqueous dispersion of resins. She gives decorative properties the finished product.
All these products can be easily applied with a roller or brush. To work with them you do not need to be a great specialist in paint and varnish. The main thing is to arm yourself by individual means protection (mask, respirator).
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Conclusion
A coffee table in the interior of a room is always a winning option. And made by our own with my own hands– this is a doubly pleasant thing than something purchased in a store. All guests of the house will appreciate the pride and satisfaction from contemplating their skills and the abilities of the master.
You can always purchase or order any furniture in the salon, but you can fully realize your dreams and wishes only if you do everything yourself. Moreover, this way you can guarantee the exclusivity of the product. Such a product will preserve the owner’s aura and attract the warmth and comfort of home into the house.
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An integral attribute of every home is a coffee table. At first glance, it may not seem the most the right furniture, the purchase of which is postponed for a long time.
But it is precisely such interior items that make it truly cozy and comfortable. On the coffee table you can place all the things you need that should be at hand: books, remote controls, keys and other small items.
DIY wooden coffee table
If you still haven’t been able to choose the option that suits you or have difficulties with the design, we will share with you ideas that will tell you how to make a coffee table with your own hands.
A wooden coffee table will fit perfectly into almost any interior style.
Wooden coffee table
The tree is especially popular among many various materials, from which furniture is made. If you care for it correctly wooden furniture, it will serve you for a very long time. In addition, by working independently, you can create a unique piece of furniture.
To make a wooden coffee table yourself, you will need to prepare everything necessary materials and tools. You can place the finished structure directly on the floor or additionally make four legs on which your table will be located.
An example of how you can make a coffee table with your own hands from wooden pallets
Using multiple drawers, you can also create great coffee tables for your living room. Four large drawers fastened together form a stylish table. There is usually a gap in the middle of the drawers, which can be decorated with various items.
Living room table made of wooden boxes
Photo: DIY coffee table
A coffee table made of wooden drawers is a great place to store all the necessary things
DIY rectangular coffee table
Modern look
You can also make a table that will look modern and stylish. But before choosing a specific design for the table, determine the overall composition of the objects in the room. It is important to maintain a consistent style in every item that is used in the room.
Stylish wooden table with metal legs
Pay attention to retro style, which is also particularly popular today.
A real work of art - an elegant low coffee table made of wood
An effective design move - a furniture duo in the living room
Decorating a coffee table
You can turn your coffee table into a stylish and trendy piece of furniture with the help of decor. Thanks to this, the most inconspicuous table will become a real work of art. You can decorate it with anything: old wallpaper, shells, mirrors, fabric or mosaics.
Use textiles to decorate your coffee table to give it originality
Think about your mood. After a long day of work, you want to return to an atmosphere of calm, comfort and coziness. Therefore, for table decor it is better to select elements that will fit perfectly into the general interior apartments and will not disturb the harmony.
Mobile coffee tables on wheels are a beautiful piece of furniture that will transform any living room.
Materials and items that can be used more than once
A wooden pallet is a universal item from which you can make anything with your own hands. Perhaps the easiest way to build a coffee table, since the pallet is, in fact, a ready-made tabletop. It can be painted in any color, applied with a pattern, symbol or ornament. Wheels or wooden blocks can act as legs.
Transform a wooden pallet into practical designer furniture
Table design options depend only on your skills, preferences and, of course, the interior of the room
A glass tabletop can set the tone for the entire interior
Suitcases and old radiators
Your old suitcase can become an integral part of the interior of the apartment. To make a table out of it, just attach four legs. A coffee table made from a battery will also look unusual and original.
