Stripy Retro Table

A nicely shaped -but rather sad looking- end table from the 50s got a fresh new life by means of adding two new surfaces to it.

They are made with reclaimed solid pinewood boards with rounded edges, stained in a warm, darkish chocolate brown and with the addition of some stripes in an off-white colour that is also slightly distressed to match the general rustic feel. Both surfaces are additionally varnished and polished for protection and a smooth touch.
The forged iron legs have been left in their original chipped state, but protected with varnish to make them last another 60 years or so.

Measures: 70 x 40cm (top surface), 47cm high.

MAKING OF: Here on the right, the table in its original state and the pine boards used to make the new surfaces





Below: sanding the original top surface, as the edges and under side would still be visible once finished.

Cutting the boards to measure with round corners to better fit the general look (I joined the pieces with dowels, not shown here)

Rounding the edges, and staining both surfaces with a custom made tint.

The side underneath got stained as well. Painting the stripes in an off-white tone.

Varnishing the legs -and both surfaces. Finally, once everything in place, polishing it all.