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A Rustic Side Table Project Idea
When you have spent more on your budget for the seating, we recommend you DIY a table from any materials around your neighborhood. A tree disc and several branches will do.
- Once you have gathered all the materials, remove the bark with a chisel.
- Then, saw the branches into four pieces of equal length.
- Sand the parts so you get smooth surfaces.
- Then make holes in the disc where you will attach the legs.
- Make pins at one end of each leg at the angle at which it will be attached.
- Tap the pin into the holes letting the legs cross each other.
- Give some glue to keep them together.
When the glue has dried, flatten the bottom of the legs.
A Retro Vinyl Turntable Transformation Project Idea by Zoltan
Give a retro look to the living room with this cabinet to display your vinyl collections. It consists of three cubes, a leaf tray, and a tray for the player.
- Cut your plywood. Take the 140 cm and mark the size of the boxes.
- Drill the mark.
- Then take three 45-cm pieces of wood.
- Attach two of them to the sides. And one of them at one of the box marks.
- Next, attach the 36 cm piece to the last mark.
- Place and screw a 120 cm piece on top of it.
- Then, screw in the 125 cm for the top tray.
- Attach a board for the back and a round aluminum profile tube for the legs.
A DIY Resin River Table Project
Sometimes, you don’t need to cut your slabs straight to make a perfect tabletop. You only need to add resin in between. Want to try?
- First, cut your slabs into the same length.
- Cut one side in a straight edge and leave the other one.
- Then, build the form for the pour from the melamine board.
- Seal the form using tape to prevent the resin from sticking to it.
- Then do some caulking to fill the gaps along the perimeter. While waiting for it to dry, you can sand the slabs.
After that, place the slabs inside the form and clamp them down. Now, mix up the resin as much as you need it according to the instruction on the label.
- You can add pigment that you like.
- After ensuring the slabs are level, carefully pour the resin between the slabs.
- Remove any bubbles that come from pouring the mixture.
- Remove the mold form when the resin has cured.
- Smooth the table and seal it with a furniture finish.
- Your last step is adding the legs.
A Coffee Table with Hidden Storage Project Idea
This coffee table has more storage than it seems. When you remove the top panel, you will find a hidden place. The table is easy to build using a few tools and some lumber. Here are the instructions.
Step one, build the box. Mark the sides, then attach the ends and center. Next, screw the bottom of the table. Turn the box upside down. Then, screw the legs. Turn the table back. Attach a board several inches down the tabletop. Next, screw top supports and sides. Install the top panel with a handle to the table. Last, you can insert baskets underneath.
Conclusion
Well, folks, we made it to the end of our list of 10 sitting areas in living room ideas. We hope you had as much fun reading about them as we did putting this together for you. We have covered many sitting area ideas that suit your style and budget, from a DIY sofa bed with an adjustable backrest to a retro vinyl turntable project. Whether you’re looking for a cozy, relaxing spot or a functional piece with hidden storage, we’ve got you covered. So, pick your favorite idea, grab your tools, and get to work! Your perfect sitting area is waiting for you.
References:
10. Prettyfrugalliving
9. Youtube.com/ @HomeMadeModern
8. Davidmaakt
7. Sawsonskates
6. Thediyplan
5. Ana-white
4. Financieelonafhankelijkblog
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