Today, buy a new coffee tableexpensive. Especially when it comes to a coffee table, which should not only be functional, but also elegant and beautiful. Therefore, specialists are developing more and more ways of how to restore a table with your own hands.
Before restoring the table, it needs to be cleaned.surface from old paint and fill all cracks and chips. There are a lot of methods. They are conventionally divided for different types of tables according to their purpose. But with the same success you can apply to the coffee table the methods by which kitchen or dressing tables are usually decorated. As practice shows, this looks very original.
Surface preparation
Before we proceed to consider individualdecoration methods, it is advisable to study how to prepare the surface. After all, this step is the same for all tables, regardless of which restoration method you choose later. First, you need to remove the old coating. It is risky to use solvents, as they can damage the wood fiber. This is especially true for valuable antique pieces of furniture. In this case, it is best to use coarse sandpaper and a grinding machine. As for the legs, if they are carved, they need to be carefully sanded with special pieces of sandpaper for hard-to-reach places. It is strictly forbidden to tear off the old coating with screwdrivers, chisels and knives. These tools can ruin the coating.
To level the table surface it is necessarycover it with a layer of primer. If the legs are still quite problematic to clean because of their fine relief, then you can use a thin tangle of wire. And if this does not help, then you can use a little solvent. Only you need to work with it very carefully, winding a bandage on a match and dipping it in the solvent. When all the old coating is removed, you need to seal all the cracks and flaws well. To do this, you need to use wood putty. But first, the entire table is covered with a primer, which will protect the wood from damage, and subsequently provide better adhesion to the putty and finishing material. When the primer is absorbed, you can work with the putty. A small spatula is used for the work. Putty can be used as ordinary white, and special colored - here everything will depend on how you intend to restore the table further. After the putty has dried, sand everything again with light sandpaper and re-coat with a thin layer of primer. The table is ready. Let's consider two main options for restoring a coffee table with your own hands. They are considered the easiest for beginners and not so expensive in monetary terms, which is especially important in conditions of limited resources. Return to contents</a>
Restoration of the table with paint and varnish
The first option is surface coatingpaint or varnish. So, the paint must first be mixed well. Then take a soft brush and apply the paint slowly along the wood grain. Note that the upper part is painted first, after which you should gradually move down. This is very important to observe, since otherwise it will be simply impossible to avoid not at all decorative drips.
Scheme of table tiling.The paint should be applied in two thin layers so that the putty does not shrink and is not visible under the paint. When you apply the paint, wait until it dries, then cover the table in the manner described above, but only with transparent varnish. If you want to see a sparkling gloss, then the varnish is applied in two or even three layers. If you want a more natural matte surface - one layer will be enough. Do-it-yourself table restoration is possible not only with paint, but also with varnish, as well as special solutions that give a silver, gold or bronze hue. And this looks very elegant, especially on antique tables. Return to the table of contents</a>
Restoration with mosaic
The second option is the table top covermosaic. Mosaics are now available in different types. For a coffee table that will be placed in a classic living room, you can choose a mosaic with some old or urban landscape. If you want to place the table in the bedroom, you can choose more calm romantic patterns such as flowers, hearts, angels or cute birds and animals. So, first, the table is covered with a base, which will be paint of the selected color. It is important to choose a contrasting shade with the future mosaic - either very dark or very light. Due to this, the pattern will look brighter and more natural. After the paint dries (and this is at least 2 days), it is necessary to mix PVA glue or special tile adhesive for mosaics well. After this, you must immediately press the mosaic strictly according to the instructions so that the pattern turns out correct. For greater reliability, you can coat the back of the mosaic, only the layer of glue in this case should be very thin. About a day after the mosaic has set, you need to grout. To do this, use a special product in the form of powder or paste that matches the color of the pattern. You can also use a contrasting grout, which in some cases looks good. Before grouting, experts recommend sealing the edges of the tiles with masking tape so that they do not get dirty too much. The grout itself is done either with a small spatula or a sponge. It all depends on which product you have chosen. After finishing the work, wait for the grout to dry, remove the tape from the mosaic and remove any accidentally spilled residues on the mosaic with a rag. The legs of such a table can simply be painted with paint or varnish, since the mosaic will no longer be appropriate here. The color of the legs is selected according to your taste. But it is best if it differs favorably from the main pattern. You can simply cover them with a tint varnish, which will highlight the naturalness of the wood. So, two methods of restoring a coffee table have been considered. Of course, there are many more options: decoupage, wallpapering, and decorating with oilcloth. But the methods described above are basic. Once you learn how to do them, everything else will be easier.
