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How to make a merbau side table

Classic, nautical and luxe. - by Juliet Love
  • 28 Jan 2022

Tripod tables are a classic in many design styles, from curvy timber antiques to modern minimalist pieces. To make your own, simply screw legs to tabletops.

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Gather your supplies

  • 600 and 400mm merbau tabletops
  • Limewash stain
  • Round tapered furniture legs, 400mm (3) and 230mm (3)
  • Black spirit-based stain
  • Furniture wax
  • Leg plates to suit

You'll also need

  • Fine-grit sandpaper
  • Sanding block
  • Soft lint-free cloths
  • Paintbrush
  • Gloves
  • Screwdriver

Here's how

Step 1

Step 1

Step 1

Use a sanding block and fine-grit sandpaper to sand tabletops to prepare for painting. Sand both faces and the side edges. Wipe away sanding dust.

Step 2

Step 2

Step 2

Apply limewash stain with a paintbrush to one face and side edge of each tabletop.

Step 3

Step 3

Step 3

For limewash finish, wait a few minutes, then rub back with a cloth and let dry. Repeat process on other faces of tabletops. Apply a second limewash coat, rub back and let dry.

Step 4

Step 4

Step 4

Working in a well-ventilated area and wearing gloves, apply black stain to furniture legs using a cloth. Leave to dry.

Step 5

Step 5

Step 5

Apply furniture wax to stained legs with a dry cloth, leave to dry for 5 minutes, then buff with another cloth into a soft sheen.

Step 6

Step 6

Step 6

Attach leg plates to underside of tabletops using supplied screws. Insert legs in plates and twist to screw in place.

The final results.

The final results.

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