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DIY A SIDE TABLE WITH WIRE BASKETS

Use wire baskets and concrete to make a side table
Prep Time1 day
Total Time1 day 2 hours
Author: Libbie Burling
Cost: 30.00

Equipment

  • 1 Palm Sander
  • 1 Jig Saw
  • 1 Paint Brush

Supplies

  • 3 Cups Ardex Feather Finish White
  • 2 OZ Acrylacq
  • 2 pieces Wire Baskets
  • 1 oz Construction Glue
  • 2 pieces Plywood circles

Instructions

  • Glue two baskets together and set aside to dry.
  • Cut circle(s) for table top. I used two pieces which I glued together for the depth. Glue to the base (wire baskets).
  • Mix concrete- Feather Finish according to directions.
  • Apply to the plywood circles top and sides with trowel. Think frosting a cake!
  • Let concrete dry.
  • Sand and repeat a second coat.
  • Sand again and let dry.
  • Apply sealer in light coats sanding between each coat.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

You can sand the concrete as smooth as you like. I left mine a little more natural as I like the organic feel of it.
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