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My wife came up with a unique idea that has resulted in being the best looking table around.
I have shown people how to create this stunning piece of furniture for under $500.
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Actually I have made a few and sold them for $800.
Let's get started - 4 easy steps Building the Barrel Buy a whiskey barrel from a flea market or antique shop.
Shop around and you can get one for around $100.
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Stain your barrel with your choice of oak or the specific color you desire.
Table surface Purchase a 36 inch wooden wagon wheel.
This can easily be purchased on eBay for around $35.
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Also, stain this to match your barrel color.
Call your local glass shop in town.
Order a 3/8 rounded edge glass top 36 inches in diameter.
Cost around $85.
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Table base Your base can be made from an old pallet or skid that you can acquire for free.
Cut this to make it 32 inches squared.
Stain according.
This raises the overall height of the table to 43 inches.
Screw in three or four inch lag bolts from under the base to the underside of the bottom barrel.
Stools Shop around and choose what style chair you prefer.
Ensure the heights of the chairs are 31 inches.
This is the preferred height for pub tables.
Tips Buy some old coins from Mexico on eBay for an extra touch.
Place these under the glass on the table top.
You can purchase a mixed bag for under $10.
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Let's review the overall costs - Barrel = $100.
00 Base = Free Top = $85.
00 Stain / hardware = $10.
00 Chairs = $100.
00 each Total = $395.
00 Hope this helps.
You will have a piece of furniture that is worth more than you paid for it, very unique and your family and friends will admire it.
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