Make use of those fallen trees. With a little creativity and basic carpentry skills you can make your own chic coffee table!
Edit Steps
Edit Part 1: Sourcing a Good Stump
- Find a fallen tree. The tree trunk should be at least 6 inches/15cm, or longer.
- Cut the stump from the trunk of the fallen tree. Use appropriate tools and safety precautions; if you're not sure what to do, ask someone who does to help out. Bring the stump home.
Edit Part 2: Preparing the Tree Stump
- Grab a 200 grit sandpaper to smooth the tree stump.
- Paint the tree stump white (or whatever color you prefer). You can use ordinary spray paint as well as standard acrylic or other craft/wood-suitable paint. Allow to dry completely before painting a second or even third coat.
Edit Part 3: Adding Wheels
- Locate some wheels from a broken office chair (or from the hardware store). Alternatively, if you don't want the table to roll, you can use practically any feet for this project.
- Measure the placement of the wheels on the base of the stump. Keep the distance between each of the wheels sufficient to ensure good balance.
- Grab your drill.
- Make holes in the tree stump for inserting the wheels.
- Screw the wheels under the coffee table.
- Finished. You now have a unique coffee table for your chic room!
Edit Warnings
- Do not remove tree material without permission. Check with the landowner first.
- Take all appropriate care when sawing a stump. Follow the instructions for the saw and wear appropriate safety gear, including eye protection.
Edit Things You'll Need
- Tree stump (from a local woods, forest or from a garden supply store)
- Saw
- Drill
- 3-4 wheels
- Paint
- Paintbrush or sprayer
- Safety gear for sawing