I have no idea why now, in the heat of the summer, I have become inspired to do so many crafty little projects. This is one I’ve been thinking about a lot lately and have just decided now is the time.
I have had two of these outdoor tables for several years and they are beginning to look the worse for wear.
This was one of the tiles that used to be the top of the tables. This one obviously had a plant sitting on it more often and really looks bad. You can see that they were made out of some kind of compressed material that is coming apart.
After removing the “tiles” this is what was left. The camera (or operator) didn’t quite focus on the right part of the frame…sorry. But the most difficult part of this whole process was left to me to do. I had to remove the old glue…not easy. A chisel proved to be the best tool for the job.
Now I have two frames all clean and ready for primer and paint. Which my husband will apply this evening. You’re just going to have to wait and see what I have planned for the new tops.
11 comments:
I look forward to the end result!:) This is definitely the time to beef up the garden art and work inside the house! We're doing the same here as well. Lots of early mornings but 9 Am:) It can be really too much to be outside now....it's hard to even want to get up in the morning:)
Oh, what a tease you are! lol. :)
They look great so far...I love the shape of them!
CRAP! Magpie, "WAIT-AND-SEE, WAIT-AND-SEE!"
That's what EVERYONE says,
even GOD!
--grin!
PEACE!
I think this looks like a fun project. Revitalizing old things is just not one of my talents, but maybe I can learn some things from you! Don't leave us hanging too long!
What a great project, I can't wait to see what you do with the tables!
nice..they will cool i am sure when they are done...
I hope you will show the finished product.
I think you are very talented and creative, I love the tables!Great artwork!
Léia
Great project... could be a nice inspiration for us too.
Oh boy! I love diy projects like this. To take something old and falling apart and make it beautiful again give such satisfaction.
They already look better. I am sure they will look fab when you (and Greg) are finished!
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