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Industrial Style Table Top

TT small Welcome to Transformation Thursday! It’s the one day of the week we all get together to celebrate getting stuff done. No matter if you’ve been coming around for months (or years), or this is your very first transformation rodeo – everyone is  welcome to link up your projects at the bottom of this post.

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Ya’ll have seen my table a time or two. We made it back at the beginning of the year, and I love, love, love it. I love the size, I love the shape, I love the color. But, there were a few issues.

First, the new chairs we built didn’t exactly fit. If two of them were butted together in the middle they were wider than the table. Second, the color was horrible for blog & shop photos. As much as I’d like to say the blog never interferes with my home life, I really do need a place to take decent photos and the super light top was a horrible choice for backgrounds. Since my blog/shop is my income, then it truly was an issue. Third, the legs were too close to the edge of the table and tended to get in the way. And so, a new top was our decision.

easy wood stain Mr. SCC took seven 2x6s, shaved the edges off on the table saw, then ran them through the planer a couple of times to smooth them out. Then, he bolted them together with lag bolts and wood glue. Then it was time for the magic to happen… stain. We used DecoArt stains in Walnut & Ebony. These are easiest to use stains that I’ve ever seen. Water clean up – no worrying about your brushes – no gloves – sooooo easy. We mixed 2 oz. of Walnut & 1 oz. of Ebony for a dark stain, which is almost a dead match to the Jacobean we used on the floors.

water clean up stain I mixed the stains on a disposable plate, then added water by dipping my brush in the water and using the wet brush to pick up the stain. You can really water it down or pick up more stain – it’s very flexible. I brushed it on and Mr. SCC wiped it off with a wet cloth. {We did this at night, hence the really bad lighting.} We let it dry overnight and then I sealed it.

drying table top After it was completely dry, then I coated it with Helmspar poly, my favorite poly for every day surfaces because it protects against water. I did a coat, then let it dry. My trusty box fan cut my wait time considerably.

dark stained pine I did a coat, lightly sanded then applied another coat of poly. Let it dry 24 hours before normal use.

farmhouse style wood table As much as I loved the original version, I’m even more in love with this one.

industrial style table top Lag bolts add a bit of industrial charm, don’tcha think?

farmhouse table She still has a hint of farmhouse flair….

fall table setting The dark wood shows off fabrics so much better than the lighter did.

 shabby creek table Oh, and the chairs fit now, too – yay!

Thanks to DecoArt for supplying me with the stain for this project.

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Sooooooo……. whatcha got? I wanna see – and so does everybody else! Please put your PERMALINK into the linky – and link back here so everyone can find all the great ideas. Please, please, PLEASE – pretty please DO NOT LINK TO A SHOP!!! Be sure to visit your neighbors and have fun – it is a party after all. *Please note: If you link up you are giving me permission to use your photos on my blog without contacting you (don’t worry, it’s only to show off your beautiful stuff!)*

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Gina Luker is a writer, photographer and lover of all things quirky. She's usually found with a drill in one hand and a cocktail in the other while blogging along the way. She's addicted to coffee, polka dots, rock stars, Instagram, and everything aqua.

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Comments

  1. Confessions of a Plate Addict says

    October 20, 2011 at 12:27 am

    Love the new look for the table! It really pops! Hope you are having a great week!…hugs…Debbie

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  2. Debbiedoo's blogging and blabbing says

    October 20, 2011 at 12:29 am

    Looks fabulous. You really did a great job. I like the darker accent top it pops!

    Reply
  3. ❀ⒹⒺⒺ❀@ A Lapin Life says

    October 20, 2011 at 12:34 am

    Your table looks beautiful.

    Dee

    Reply
  4. HoosierHomemade says

    October 20, 2011 at 12:36 am

    Great table! I think you need to come and clean my kitchen 🙂
    Thanks for hosting my friend!
    ~Liz

    Reply
  5. Cap Creations says

    October 20, 2011 at 12:42 am

    Thank you for hosting! Beautiful Table

    Reply
  6. Gwen @ The Bold Abode says

    October 20, 2011 at 12:46 am

    A hint of Flair? That has a bucket-load of Flair! It looks like a whole-brand-new-stinkin table. Guh-OR-jus!

    Reply
  7. poindextr says

    October 20, 2011 at 12:47 am

    hi Gina, you did such a great job and I love your table even more now! Thank you for hostessing, it’s just such great fun to be here 🙂 diane

    Reply
  8. Our Seven Dwarfs says

    October 20, 2011 at 12:48 am

    Thanks for the fabulous linky party! I love your table it looks incredible! Jealous of the entire kitchen!

    Jill of oursevendwarfs.com

    Reply
  9. Rosemary@villabarnes says

    October 20, 2011 at 12:50 am

    I love the new version with the dark top. Thanks for hosting, Gina.

    Reply
  10. Anne says

    October 20, 2011 at 12:58 am

    Your table is so beautiful. What a great look!

    Reply
  11. Heaven's Walk says

    October 20, 2011 at 12:58 am

    Absolutely, seriously, and totally LUV your new table, Gina! Super job!!! 🙂

    xoxo laurie

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  12. Julie says

    October 20, 2011 at 1:05 am

    Love the new table! Just fabulous 🙂

    Reply
  13. Kerry Rossow says

    October 20, 2011 at 1:14 am

    I feel so inspired when I see all of these awesome link ups!
    Thank you for hosting!
    Kerry at housetalkn.blogspot.com

    Reply
  14. Backwoods Cottage Pam says

    October 20, 2011 at 1:14 am

    I love the darker color contrasting with all the lighter colors, and so true that it really sets off the table linens. We built our farm table about a year ago and we still love it.

    Reply
  15. NanaDiana says

    October 20, 2011 at 1:25 am

    Gina- Great job on the new top. Lotta work there, girl! But soooo worth it. I liked the old top, too, but really do understand how this new one makes everything pop! Love it- xo Diana

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  16. GirlRural.com says

    October 20, 2011 at 1:33 am

    I like the new table much more!

    Reply
  17. Lana says

    October 20, 2011 at 1:42 am

    I agree ~ love this new look!

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  18. Renewed Upon a Dream says

    October 20, 2011 at 1:58 am

    I luuuv your new table top! It looks amazing! So dark & pretty, I love dark table tops 🙂

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  19. Prudently Painted Vintage says

    October 20, 2011 at 2:06 am

    Shut the front door! Decor art has stains!?! You just made my night! The ideas are rolling in 🙂

    The table is absolute perfection!

    Reply
  20. gail says

    October 20, 2011 at 2:28 am

    oh my! I love the new look of your table. (mine is a much smaller version) hehehe
    thanks for hosting!
    gail

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  21. Sylvia says

    October 20, 2011 at 2:35 am

    Love, love, love the new table. Great job!

    Reply
  22. RhettDidntGiveADamn says

    October 20, 2011 at 3:00 am

    Love the table Gina. Sometimes it’s just time for a change, isn’t it? xo
    and thanks for the opportunity to link up.

    Reply
  23. The Polka Dot Closet says

    October 20, 2011 at 3:01 am

    I was thinking yum…Chocolate LOL Guess it was for the table, great job! Thank you once again for hosting!

    Carol

    Reply
  24. Dusty Coyote says

    October 20, 2011 at 4:02 am

    That is gorgeous! I love the lag bolts and your stain.

    Reply
  25. Sarah says

    October 20, 2011 at 4:16 am

    I didn’t have anything to share this week, but your table looks fabulous, just wanted to say that! 😀

    Reply
  26. Erin {Lavender and Lemon Drops} says

    October 20, 2011 at 5:38 am

    Holy AMAZING table! I’m in LOVE! Did you already give the detail on how it was built? I really need a new table and would love to build my own 😉 Thanks for hosting!

    Reply
  27. Carrie @ lovely etc. says

    October 20, 2011 at 10:11 am

    Love the new tabletop – it looks beautiful. Thanks for hosting the party!

    Reply
  28. Meredith Resnick, M.Ed, MA says

    October 20, 2011 at 11:32 am

    I love what you did with the table. Looks fantastic! But I always love what you do all over this blog! 🙂

    ~ Meredith From A Mother Seeking Come find me on my blog, A Mother Seeking…

    Reply
  29. Deborah March says

    October 20, 2011 at 11:50 am

    Oooohhhh, LOVE the table! WOW!!

    Reply
  30. Curtains In My Tree says

    October 20, 2011 at 1:07 pm

    I usually like the all white harvest tables but yours really looks great the contract did make it

    Reply
  31. Tracy Suzanne says

    October 20, 2011 at 1:23 pm

    Beautiful as always Gina! Thanks for letting me link up with you.

    Hugs…Tracy 🙂

    Reply
  32. Larrisa Hill Designs says

    October 20, 2011 at 1:44 pm

    Gina; Wonderful table redo and thx for the opportunity to post our redos!!! Heather

    Reply
  33. Leslie says

    October 20, 2011 at 1:58 pm

    Gina,
    I’ll bet this table looks really great with your workstation table!
    I noticed that the bolts have the initials “FH” on them. They mean “For Her” since Mr. SCC made the table. 🙂
    I love it with the dark top!
    And I meant to title my link: Simple Leftover Paint Storage, not my name. Ugh.
    It’s what I get for coming over before coffee. Got some?
    HUGS and blessings to y’all!
    ~me

    Reply
  34. Eileen says

    October 20, 2011 at 3:12 pm

    Gina, i just had to tell you, that table looks fantastic! I adore the big bolts you put in there.

    Reply
  35. Deanna says

    October 20, 2011 at 4:14 pm

    Loving the table! I absolutely am in love with a stained top and painted bottoms on furniture! Great job both you and Mr. in transforming it!

    Deanna@DeelitefulCreations

    Reply
  36. Kim says

    October 20, 2011 at 4:59 pm

    OH, the table looks absolutely amazing! I am dying to try that Deco Art stain now. I hate messy clean up and I never bother with gloves so I always turn into a giant mess.

    Reply
  37. Jessica @ Nuchey's Mommy says

    October 20, 2011 at 8:02 pm

    Your table came out great! You are right, the dark is a great constrast with the light colored runner!

    Reply
  38. Vanessa says

    October 20, 2011 at 8:34 pm

    Hi, Gina

    I just love your table. I am thinking I am going to do this to my table. Lovely!

    Vanessa

    Reply
  39. Lexi says

    October 20, 2011 at 10:00 pm

    Hi,

    I love the table. Thanks so much for hosting.

    Lexi

    http://cupcakedaydreamer.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  40. Jenny @ Embellishing Life says

    October 20, 2011 at 11:08 pm

    Beautiful table!
    Thanks for hosting 🙂

    Reply
  41. Emily says

    October 21, 2011 at 1:20 am

    I LOVE the new table. I really would like to redo ours but I’m afraid because it’s been in his family for a couple of generations now.

    Reply
  42. Sue@Uniquely Chic says

    October 21, 2011 at 2:32 am

    Gina, I love the table so much better this way. I am looking for a table just like this. It is farmhouse beautiful!

    Reply
  43. Cindy says

    October 21, 2011 at 2:51 am

    I absolutely love it. I want a table like this. Maybe soon. Love the stained top. Contrasts well with the bottom.

    Best Wishes.
    Cindy @ changeofpacecreations.blogspot.com

    Reply
  44. Kahli says

    October 21, 2011 at 3:28 am

    Thanks for hosting! Great job on the table 🙂

    Reply
  45. Katelyn- Domestic Charm says

    October 21, 2011 at 3:52 am

    The table is beautiful! Love the dark wood with the white chairs! Thanks for hosting 🙂

    Reply
  46. Loribeth says

    October 21, 2011 at 4:25 am

    Looks great!!

    Reply
  47. Clara says

    October 21, 2011 at 7:37 am

    Great work, Gina, it looks very beautiful. Enjoy your weekend, Clara.

    Reply
  48. Jacque says

    October 21, 2011 at 12:39 pm

    Gina, your table top turned out absolutely gorgeous! That darker color really does make your accessories pop–great choice!

    Thanks for sharing!

    Reply

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