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Finished, ready for it's first STEAK.Our old glass topped table exploded last summer and the frame was useless.
We wanted a new, modern-looking, sturdy and affordable replacement.
I wanted to have some creative input also - not just assemble a flat pack.
After looking around I came up with what you can see in the pic above.
Nothing complicated. Easy to make step by step. Looks a million bucks when you finish it.
Materials
- SpecRite Board 2400x900x35mm
- RapidHome 700x732x60mm Black Steel table legs
- Zenith Wood Screws 10Gx35mm S/tapping Phillips Head
- Taskmaster Oslo 96mm Matte Black Handle
- Surface Gard 22mm Clear Round screw in bumpers pkt4
Tools
- Ozitto cordless drill & Philips head bit
- Ryobi cordless drill & 4mm wood drill bit
- Ryobi circular saw
- Side-cutters
- 500ml Tin of Clear Varnish
- Small Paint Roller tray & sponge roller
- Rags & Turps for clean up
- Square & long straight edge & pencil
- Measuring tape
- 2 work horses
- Sand paper block 800Grit
Steps
Step 1
Set up your work horses evenly spaced apart then place your board on top leaving enough material at 1 end to remove a 400mm length.
Step 2
After measuring and drawing a straight line 400mm from 1 end, take your circular saw and cut along that line. This will become your floating mini condiment table.
Step 3
Sand all sides then apply a coat of varnish.
Sand all sides once again and apply a second coat of varnish.
Repeat until you are happy with the finish.
*The sun will show up areas of uneven coverage.
Step 4
After the varnish has dried well, place the underside of your table upwards on the workhorses and attach the legs using your Philips head drill and 10Gx35mm screws. No need to pre-drill holes.
Step 5
Now simply attach your clear rubber bump stops (feet) to the underside of your Floating Mini Condiments table using the screws supplied with them.
Step 6
Now flip your Floating Condiments table over and position your handles at each end. Using your 4mm drill bit drill holes and secure your handles with the Philips headed bolts provided with the handles.
Step 7
Now just position your new BBQ 6 seater table with Floating Condiments table on top in the perfect position.
Crack yourself a cold beer and stand like a triumphant Caveman that has just discovered fire and beat your chest proudly! You are done.
Hello @grazsmith
Thank you so much for sharing this project. The table finish looks fantastic and looks like its ready for a feast! Can you please tell us what varnish you used on the surface of the benchtop as it is just outstanding.
Eric
