# DIY: Made some living room tables \*pics\* **URL:** \ **Category:** Builds\ **Created:** [November 18, 2008, 4:56pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-made-some-living-room-tables-pics/58380 "2008-11-18T16:56:21Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![LAFENGAS](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/lafengas/32/7573_2.png) [@LAFENGAS](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/LAFENGAS)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2008, 4:56pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-made-some-living-room-tables-pics/58380/1 "2008-11-18T16:56:21Z")
I can’t for the life of me find the welding and metal fabrication pictures. To summarize, I welded the frames out of Mild Steel 1.5" Square Tubing. The arch is made out of 1" square tubing that I formed using a torch and a piece of 3/4" MDF board cut to a radius as a template to force into shape by hand. After the frames were welded, they were sent off to the powder coaters to be coated gloss black. Alright…the pictures i do have: piece of 22 gauge stainless steel i had sheared to size to make the table top surface: ![http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/4240/tables_01.jpg](http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/4240/tables_01.jpg) After spending some time with a grinder and flap wheel to get the desired finish: ![http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/4240/tables_02.jpg](http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/4240/tables_02.jpg) To support the piece of stainless, I cut a piece of MDF board to fit inside the table frame: ![http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/4240/tables_03.jpg](http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/4240/tables_03.jpg) Covered the MDF board with a bright blue fabric. Won’t be visible unless you look under the table, but better then seeing the MDF board. (Color matches current color scheme in the living room) ![http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/4240/tables_04.jpg](http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/4240/tables_04.jpg) With the support board inserted in place, i put some construction adhesive down to hold the stainless steel in place. ![http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/4240/tables_05.jpg](http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/4240/tables_05.jpg) With the stainless in place, i masked off the frame for a crucial step in this process. Using a high-grade epoxy, i cover the stainless to make the surface look like glass. ![http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/4240/tables_06.jpg](http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/4240/tables_06.jpg) A closer look, epoxy is poured on the surface. With timing being crucial… i pull the masking off when the epoxy starts to cure at a certain point. Pull the masking too early and the epoxy will just run off the surface. Wait too late and the surface will distort and look like shit. ![http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/4240/tables_07.jpg](http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/4240/tables_07.jpg) After the epoxy has cured… like glass. ![http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/4240/tables_08.jpg](http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/4240/tables_08.jpg) ![http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/4240/tables_08a.jpg](http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/4240/tables_08a.jpg) the best part about the epoxy…it really brings out the beauty of the metal, making it very responsive to lighting. ![http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/4240/tables_09.jpg](http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/4240/tables_09.jpg) Signed and dated it for the personal touch ![http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/4240/tables_10.jpg](http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/4240/tables_10.jpg) And finished. to show how dramatic the lighting effects these tables…check it out. ![http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/4240/tables_11.jpg](http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/4240/tables_11.jpg) I made two matching end tables and a coffee table. more pics when i finish the coffee table. /fin ---
**Author:** ![chaztor](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/chaztor/32/5302_2.png) [@chaztor](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/chaztor)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2008, 5:00pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-made-some-living-room-tables-pics/58380/2 "2008-11-18T17:00:35Z")
you got skillz, nice work. ---
**Author:** ![MPD47](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/mpd47/32/7383_2.png) [@MPD47](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/MPD47)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2008, 5:03pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-made-some-living-room-tables-pics/58380/3 "2008-11-18T17:03:00Z")
That’s gorgeous Josh! ---
**Author:** ![turbociv](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/dfb087/32.png) [@turbociv](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/turbociv)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2008, 5:03pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-made-some-living-room-tables-pics/58380/4 "2008-11-18T17:03:28Z")
wow, thats realy impressive, but i cant help but to think an epoxy would scratch easy? ---
**Author:** ![tpgsr](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/tpgsr/32/7374_2.png) [@tpgsr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/tpgsr)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2008, 5:04pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-made-some-living-room-tables-pics/58380/5 "2008-11-18T17:04:57Z")
:tup: where do you find the time! ---
**Author:** ![LAFENGAS](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/lafengas/32/7573_2.png) [@LAFENGAS](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/LAFENGAS)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2008, 5:06pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-made-some-living-room-tables-pics/58380/6 "2008-11-18T17:06:32Z")
> [@turbociv](#): > > wow, thats realy impressive, but i cant help but to think an epoxy would scratch easy? It’s an epoxy designed for table tops… like wood and other materials, you have to be somewhat careful. The best way i can compare it is like an automotive clearcoat, but softer. If it gets a bad scratch, you can buff it. For normal wear and tear, it’s really good. Drag a key across it…it’s bad. ---
**Author:** ![tpgsr](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/tpgsr/32/7374_2.png) [@tpgsr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/tpgsr)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2008, 5:08pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-made-some-living-room-tables-pics/58380/7 "2008-11-18T17:08:11Z")
^ Is it like the stuff that they use on bars and on restaurant tables? ---
**Author:** ![cougarspeed](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/cougarspeed/32/7468_2.png) [@cougarspeed](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/cougarspeed)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2008, 5:08pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-made-some-living-room-tables-pics/58380/8 "2008-11-18T17:08:25Z")
I want to be you. ---
**Author:** ![skylinez07](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/skylinez07/32/4993_2.png) [@skylinez07](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/skylinez07)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2008, 5:10pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-made-some-living-room-tables-pics/58380/9 "2008-11-18T17:10:26Z")
sexy. What was the cost of everything? Time to make? ---
**Author:** ![BREETIME](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/breetime/32/5214_2.png) [@BREETIME](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/BREETIME)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2008, 5:13pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-made-some-living-room-tables-pics/58380/10 "2008-11-18T17:13:31Z")
real boss like ---
**Author:** ![LAFENGAS](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/lafengas/32/7573_2.png) [@LAFENGAS](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/LAFENGAS)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2008, 5:19pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-made-some-living-room-tables-pics/58380/11 "2008-11-18T17:19:02Z")
> [@skylinez07](#): > > sexy. What was the cost of everything? > Time to make? I used left over material from the railings i made a few months ago, which was essentially scrap. Steel: ~$60 for all 3 tables Epoxy: ~ $50 MDF board: ~ $10 Cloth: ~$3 Powdercoating: $60 Time: about 20hrs to cut, form, and weld the frames and about 10-20hrs for all the table top work. Total $: ~$180 Total hrs: ~40hrs ---
**Author:** ![greenbull](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/bc8723/32.png) [@greenbull](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/greenbull)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2008, 5:19pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-made-some-living-room-tables-pics/58380/12 "2008-11-18T17:19:57Z")
wow…awesome work ---
**Author:** ![Paulo](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/paulo/32/7328_2.png) [@Paulo](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Paulo)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2008, 5:24pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-made-some-living-room-tables-pics/58380/13 "2008-11-18T17:24:09Z")
Incredible design. How long do you have to let the Epoxy set? ---
**Author:** ![LAFENGAS](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/lafengas/32/7573_2.png) [@LAFENGAS](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/LAFENGAS)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2008, 5:27pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-made-some-living-room-tables-pics/58380/14 "2008-11-18T17:27:39Z")
> [@Paulo](#): > > Incredible design. How long do you have to let the Epoxy set? cured to the touch in about 24hrs at 65°F. Wait about 2 weeks before i can set anything heavy on the surface. ---
**Author:** ![Pass\_McGass](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/pass_mcgass/32/7616_2.png) [@Pass\_McGass](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Pass_McGass)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2008, 5:28pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-made-some-living-room-tables-pics/58380/15 "2008-11-18T17:28:09Z")
Sex. ---
**Author:** ![91MR2](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/91mr2/32/7217_2.png) [@91MR2](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/91MR2)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2008, 6:11pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-made-some-living-room-tables-pics/58380/16 "2008-11-18T18:11:49Z")
Awesome dude. ---
**Author:** ![SOLITUDE](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/c37758/32.png) [@SOLITUDE](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/SOLITUDE)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2008, 6:12pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-made-some-living-room-tables-pics/58380/17 "2008-11-18T18:12:35Z")
nice write up A++++ ---
**Author:** ![system](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/uploads/speedlife/original/2X/b/b7170c8eddc0b95ece6b88172b2f416a08489a45.png) [@system](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/system)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2008, 6:13pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-made-some-living-room-tables-pics/58380/18 "2008-11-18T18:13:45Z")
👏 well played. ---
**Author:** ![mechanicalmadness](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/mechanicalmadness/32/5022_2.png) [@mechanicalmadness](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/mechanicalmadness)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2008, 6:29pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-made-some-living-room-tables-pics/58380/19 "2008-11-18T18:29:44Z")
Good job man. Table looks great. Deffinitely digging the dining room decor as well. ---
**Author:** ![pdubya](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/f07891/32.png) [@pdubya](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/pdubya)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2008, 6:38pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-made-some-living-room-tables-pics/58380/20 "2008-11-18T18:38:21Z")
Is there anything you cant do? Looks amazing [Next page](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-made-some-living-room-tables-pics/58380.md?page=2)