Thursday, October 16, 2014

Barn Wood Sofa Table

Sometimes, I talk to wood and visa-versa, it talks to me.  I can pick up a piece of reclaimed barn wood and it tells me what it wants to be.  Such was the case with this sofa table.
reclaimed barn wood sofa table http://bec4-beyondthepicketfence.blogspot.com/2014/10/barn-wood-sofa-table.html
When I grabbed this piece of lovely, warped, gouged, and imperfect slab of barn wood out of a pile I knew it would make a lovely sofa table top.
reclaimed barn wood sofa table http://bec4-beyondthepicketfence.blogspot.com/2014/10/barn-wood-sofa-table.html
The construction was easy--I added some long front apron pieces to some 2x8's.
reclaimed barn wood sofa table http://bec4-beyondthepicketfence.blogspot.com/2014/10/barn-wood-sofa-table.html
A shelf on the bottom helps to sturdy and square up the table and is a great place for baskets.
reclaimed barn wood sofa table http://bec4-beyondthepicketfence.blogspot.com/2014/10/barn-wood-sofa-table.html
I secured the top from the underside.  A sanding, some grey paint on the legs and apron, and stain finished the look.
reclaimed barn wood sofa table http://bec4-beyondthepicketfence.blogspot.com/2014/10/barn-wood-sofa-table.html
I love the scratches and dings on the table top and the beautiful, aged wood patina.
reclaimed barn wood sofa table http://bec4-beyondthepicketfence.blogspot.com/2014/10/barn-wood-sofa-table.html
A simple build for a versatile table--this works wonderfully behind a sofa, in an entry, as a buffet in the dining room, even the dog approves. Does reclaimed wood speak to you?

Not only am I sharing this table, but I'd also like to share a few of my favorite bloggers.  Grab a cup of tea and take a few minutes (or more!) to visit them and say hi!
 

3 comments:

  1. you could fit that round an ugly radiator then it would be even more practical xxx

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  2. I wish my wood talked to me also...
    It looks great!!! Love the combination of white with brown...
    Besos

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  3. It speaks to me! What a great table and the top is aged to perfection.

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