She Turns An Old Folding Table Into A Bedroom Masterpiece

A good sturdy vintage card table is super handy to have on hand when you need extra space in a jiffy, however their appearance may not be where you wish it to be. Here's a great fix for that. The key to making this idea work for a table top is to choose boards that are all the same depth so the surface remains as flat as possible. I sourced enough planks to cover the top of the table with some overlap to create more of a farmhouse table look. After measuring the table size, I transferred that measurement to the top of the boards, plus adding an extra inch to create a frame that would clear the table, but still be smaller than the top boards. I cut four pickets for the frame, then gave them a good sanding to remove any chippy paint. The frame pieces were laid out on the floor, rotating each end so I ended up with a perfect square shape. Marking the overlap along each corner, I pre-drilled holes within that mark, then attached the corners with screws using short gentle pumps to avoid splitting the wood. I then placed the frame on top of the top boards and marked the overlap to be the same on all four sides. The top planks were then cut to all the same size using a miter saw. Now that the first board is properly aligned I'm going to go by this board so I know where to insert the screws. The top planks were then positioned on top of the frame then one at a time attached to the frame with screws while gently tapping them into position using a rubber mallet to tighten up the fit. So the reason I am pumping my drill really slow is to avoid this happening. I went too fast and just drove the screw right in and it split the wood. So if you pump it slow, it's just about like it takes its time to work into the wood making room. Another trick you can do is you can insert the screw part ways, take it out and go all the way in but still slowly and it's just about kind of like a pre-drilling effect now it's starting to get exciting because it's turning out so cool where did this old little table come from i made it an old table i have an old table now i'm going to test out how heavy it is very doable i wouldn't want to carry them together but separately is great this is a beautiful little table as is. It's beautifully neutral so you can use it anywhere you wish. However, I'm going to take it one step further to show you a way that you can flip a plain piece into a statement piece. I measured the size of one board on the table then unrolled a tube of pretty shelf and drawer liner I landed from the dollar store, cutting it to the board size using a cutting mat. The liner was then applied to one of the boards then trimmed at each end. Two other Other boards were taped off, then one board was painted in Infusions Cast Iron and the other in Infusions Casement to blend with the patterned liner paper. Then after removing the tape, the card table and top was carried upstairs into my office. Being able to carry both pieces separately made for much lighter work. Then after arranging a few office supplies in place, my new paperwork desk was ready to perform while looking gorgeous doing it. What I love most about the table is the style. The rustic wood is such a neat juxtaposition to the pattern and painted stripes which helps to dress it up. Plus the painted and liner paper have an added bonus. You can set a drink on either one to better protect the table top from water rings. Want the boards back to wood? The liner can be removed instantly, plus you can even unscrew and flip over the painted boards going back to all wood if desired. The options are all yours. This table has ample dedicated space for my paperwork, even clearing a rolling file cart underneath. While it's mighty handy in my office, this little table could be styled and used anywhere. This office is located in a spare bedroom, and while it's perfect for my computer on the other side of the room, it didn't have enough room to do paperwork. So this paperwork desk is gorgeous, it fits, and I didn't anticipate needing a card table until now. And I'm thankful I have one. Cheers to that.