Furniture made from a single piece of wood is considered elite. It has a long service life and brings comfort to the design. Despite the high cost, interest in such products does not fade. If it is not possible to purchase such an exclusive piece of furniture, you can make a solid wood table with your own hands.
Solid wood table
Size selection
When choosing the size of the kitchen table, you need to consider how large the room is and how many people will be seated at it. For one person you need at least half a meter to be comfortable and convenient.
If the area of the kitchen or dining room allows, then you can make a large table that will be practical and can accommodate not only household members, but also guests. For a small kitchen, a DIY kitchen folding table is suitable.
Materials
Among the most common materials for making a kitchen table are the following options:
- Chipboard
- laminated chipboard
- Solid wood
- Wooden beam
- Boards
Of course, the most ideal, but expensive material for a table is oak, which is incredibly strong and wear-resistant. For those new to carpentry, pine is the best wood to use as it is easy to work with. A detailed drawing of a kitchen table is needed if the design of the table is complex.
Recommendations for a beginning carver
To make the pattern as neat and accurate as possible, use the advice of professionals:
- It is more convenient to apply ornaments to supports when the structure is dismantled;
- The rolled part should be securely fixed with clamps. This will ensure the surface remains motionless;
- after 20 minutes of operation, the blades of the cutters should be polished with a leather belt or fine sandpaper, which will maintain their sharpness throughout the entire process of use;
- during fine sanding, wood flour is formed; by mixing it with PVA glue, it is possible to obtain a good putty;
- when cutting dense wood, the rolled surface must be periodically treated with boiling water;
- If the finished ornament has defects (darkening), a chlorine-containing solution is used to discolor them.
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Tools for work
In order to make this piece of furniture, you need to prepare a large set of tools. Some electric tools can be asked from friends or rented.
- Electric jigsaw.
- Screwdriver.
- Electric planer.
- Set of drills and screwdrivers.
- Sander.
- Roulette, stylus, triangle.
Manufacturing process
If you are wondering how to make a kitchen table with your own hands, then these instructions will help you make this piece of furniture yourself. In this case, laminated chipboard is used as the material, the table will be of a standard rectangular shape.
Purchase laminated chipboard sheets of the size you need.
Legs for the table are purchased separately; you can buy ready-made legs made of wood or metal, or take wooden beams that will need to be sanded and treated with sandpaper.
For wooden legs, it is necessary to make an additional frame to strengthen the structure. For this purpose, wooden beams or boards are used, as well as special corners made of metal.
Stepping back ten centimeters from the edge of the tabletop, you need to attach the legs. Use self-tapping screws and a screwdriver.
The tabletop can be treated in any way you like; before processing, you need to apply a primer to the wood. Then you can use stain, varnish or paint.
Use furniture edge to cover the edges of the table. They are glued with a special sealant, and special plugs are used for the corners.
Array Features
The material is formed after cutting wood. Essentially these are sheets of wood, cleared of bark, twigs and branches. They are produced in the form of beams, boards, beams or shaped elements.
Solid wood is produced using several technologies that involve the use of wood rather than wood waste. Fiberboard or chipboard, for example, are stamped from shavings and sawdust.
Solid wood is a material consisting of solid wood.
In addition to the species, its features are largely determined by the cut of the trunk. Basic cutting methods:
- transverse;
- radial;
- tangential.
Cross section
The texture of the wood is more fully revealed when using the latest technology. It involves cutting the tree tangentially in the direction of the growth rings.
Tangential and radial cuts
Varieties of array
Table 1. Varieties of array.
| View | Description |
| Whole | The most expensive. Solid wood from which premium furniture is made. Considering that the structure of the wood is not uniform, resin pockets or cavities are visible after cutting. Finding an even piece free of defects is problematic. This is why this type of wood is so valuable. |
| It is made from solid pieces of wood formed after sawing. They are not so small that they go into sawdust. Used successfully to create larger wooden slabs. There are 2 types - solid-lamella, consisting of wide parts, and spliced, formed from smaller parts. Euro timber is also found - an array in the shape of a bar. Furniture made from glued pieces of wood is cheaper than furniture made from solid pieces. But the products are more resistant to mechanical stress due to proper redistribution of loads in different parts. |
Kitchen table restoration
There are many methods that can be used to restore this piece of furniture. If you don't want to buy a new table, then try breathing new life into old furniture.
- Traditional coloring.
- Applying decorative tiles to the countertop. This will make it as wear-resistant as possible; you can place hot dishes on such a table.
- Updating the table using decoupage technique.
- Pasting with a special self-adhesive film.
Dimensions
If we talk about sizes, then you will have to rely on the availability of free space in the place where the table will be installed. But do not forget that the furniture should be as comfortable as possible. So, as for the length of the table, it should not be excessively short. The permissible minimum that should be free for a person without taking into account the monitor and keyboard is 60-70 cm. The place where the system unit will stand must have dimensions of at least 25 cm wide, and much will depend on the size of the case.
Computer desk drawing
If we say that the table will have drawers and shelves, then more space will be needed. Of course, the shelves can be placed higher, above the table, in the superstructure, but in the case of small furniture it is simply not possible to equip the same drawers, otherwise there will be no room for legs. The depth of the table is usually about 45-60 cm. Moreover, the minimum option is acceptable if there is no superstructure above the table. If you plan to make it, then the minimum depth should be 60-70 cm. If you want to make drawers, you should make sure that the depth of the table is also at least 65 cm.
On a note! The depth of corner tables is greater; its minimum for models of this configuration is 85 cm.
As for height, the tabletop is usually located approximately 75 cm from the floor. Then the table will be convenient to use. If the person is small, then the table can be made smaller. The superstructure can be quite high, but it is advisable to make it such that at least the lower shelves can be reached without getting up from your chair.
The desk may or may not have a monitor stand. It can be in the center of the table or offset to the side. However, this is not always done. But if it is manufactured, then its height should be about 12 cm, length - about 50 cm, and depth - about 30 cm. Then you can safely put a monitor on it without worrying that it will fall.
Monitor stand may be present
The keyboard shelf may be slightly larger in size than the keyboard itself, but it is still better to make it such that you can freely place a mouse pad nearby. If this recommendation is ignored, then using the shelf in many cases will be inconvenient.
Restoration process
Restoring a kitchen table yourself is not an easy process, but if you follow all the rules and do not deviate from the instructions, you will succeed. Try restoring a veneered table with defects on the table top.
It is necessary to prepare a grinding machine, enamel paint of the desired color, wood primer, and a special wax paste.
- It is necessary to inspect the table, identify defects, and tighten the bolts if necessary.
- Using a sanding machine, we remove the old coating, using two types of sandpaper - coarse and fine
- Then the table must be thoroughly cleaned so that no dust or dirt remains.
- Chips, cracks and irregularities are covered with wood putty
- After this, the table is covered with primer and sanded again.
- The finished table can be stained or painted; it’s better not to skimp on paint
- After the paint has completely dried, a protective layer of varnish is applied on top; you can also use wax
If you don't know how to update an old kitchen table, then this guide will help you with this fun activity. A table painted through openwork tulle looks very beautiful; this is an easy way to make the table unique and elegant.
What else to remember
A garden table made of boards should be made of dry wood. If you are not sure that the wood is 100% dry, it should be left in a warm and dry place. If wet wood is used, the garden plank table, instead of lasting for many years, will crack and become unsightly after the first season.
It is worth remembering the golden rule - it is better to make the table slowly than incorrectly. At home, haste is a bad help. You need to be careful with the wood, work slowly and approach the process head-on, then everything will be fine.
Having made the wooden table of your dreams, it is advisable to place it indoors. Wood, even if it is impregnated, feels best in dry places that are not exposed to prolonged rain and moisture.
Other restoration methods
A very popular method is craquelure, this is a special varnish that gives the table the texture of an antique canvas. As it dries, it becomes covered with cracks; craquelure should be used on a tabletop without a pattern.
Updating with mosaics is a great opportunity to make the table beautiful and durable. They resemble frescoes in ancient cathedrals; you can use mosaics with patterns or just broken tiles. Mosaic pieces are glued with glue or liquid nails.
One of the simplest options is to cover the table with self-adhesive film; it comes in a wide variety of designs and has a fairly low cost.
Using epoxy resin will also make the tabletop distinctive and very durable. You can add dried flowers, stones, herbs and other decorative elements to it.
Advantages of solid wood furniture
Interior items made from solid wood are considered to be of the highest quality. They are heavier than products made from chipboard or MDF and have good strength.
Table 2. Key benefits.
| Evaluation criterion | Description |
| Wood has the ability to even out the indoor microclimate. Unlike composite materials, it does not contain toxic impurities in the form of formaldehyde. |
| The tree has a beautiful texture with original patterns of annual rings. It fits harmoniously into most style concepts. This material is available in many shades. In warm climates, the color of the wood is rich and dark. In the temperate zone it is lighter. |
| Practicality | Long service life and resistance to moisture. Since the material is warm, it is ideal for creating interior items. |
| Good energy | It is believed that trees have a positive effect on people's emotional state. This is especially true for oak, one of the most energetic woody plants. |
In addition to the above, wood has the following qualities:
- High strength at low density.
- Resistance to salts and acids.
- Low thermal conductivity.
- Good cushioning.
- Possibility of restoration.
- Ease of processing.
- Variability of painting and processing methods.
When there is excess moisture, wood swells and shrinks in extreme heat.
When choosing solid wood furniture, you need to adhere to the optimal microclimate in the room
