Lost my measuring tape !!
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Lost my measuring tape !!
No food on the agenda this weekend, lots to do before the big Birthday Bash in two weeks. Had a few packs of Deck/Stair Balusters leftover and recently had to chuck our Wicker Patio Table because over the years, the Hot Sun made the Wicker brittle and every time you brushed against the table it would literally fall apart.
Fortunately, the Umbrella, 4 chairs, the smoked glass top and cushions are still like new after 8 years so they were saved. Been looking for a replacement table or at least " something " to get by with for the party but sometimes the " lightbulb " comes on and I figured I would try to make a tabletop that would work with the smoked glass top.
A new patio set is between 3 - 8 hundred for a decent set and these Balusters and Hand Rails and Screws cost me about 65$ so its a win win even if it lasts this one season .
It's not " perfect " but its pretty square and even for not having a d#m measuring tape !!
I looked for it for an hour and finally gave up and IMPROVISED. Did everything " on the go " with no set plans using a Baluster for a makeshift measuring tape.
A few hours later when I finished I walked upstairs and found it on the counter grrr #:&&/%%##:&:#"&&-!!!!!!!!!
Just gotta stain it to match the chairs and were golden
Fortunately, the Umbrella, 4 chairs, the smoked glass top and cushions are still like new after 8 years so they were saved. Been looking for a replacement table or at least " something " to get by with for the party but sometimes the " lightbulb " comes on and I figured I would try to make a tabletop that would work with the smoked glass top.
A new patio set is between 3 - 8 hundred for a decent set and these Balusters and Hand Rails and Screws cost me about 65$ so its a win win even if it lasts this one season .
It's not " perfect " but its pretty square and even for not having a d#m measuring tape !!
I looked for it for an hour and finally gave up and IMPROVISED. Did everything " on the go " with no set plans using a Baluster for a makeshift measuring tape.
A few hours later when I finished I walked upstairs and found it on the counter grrr #:&&/%%##:&:#"&&-!!!!!!!!!
Just gotta stain it to match the chairs and were golden
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Nice work - especially without a tape.
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Thanks everyone,
Truth be known I probably coulda cut the time in half if I wasn't working like MacGuyver without a tape lol.
Basically used the glass as a starting point and went old school with a clear rubber hose and water from one leg to another for my marks. Seems goofy but water lines don't lie .
The wifey says she Loves it and I told her...ok, I'm glad you do but Don't get attached to it, its only Temporary....
I look at it this way, its more $ towards the food for my little guys party, about 40-45 coming between kids and adults.
Lets see if we can go 4 for 4 on getting either rained out or snow and cold weather
Truth be known I probably coulda cut the time in half if I wasn't working like MacGuyver without a tape lol.
Basically used the glass as a starting point and went old school with a clear rubber hose and water from one leg to another for my marks. Seems goofy but water lines don't lie .
The wifey says she Loves it and I told her...ok, I'm glad you do but Don't get attached to it, its only Temporary....
I look at it this way, its more $ towards the food for my little guys party, about 40-45 coming between kids and adults.
Lets see if we can go 4 for 4 on getting either rained out or snow and cold weather
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Very nice. You live up to your forum name.. Great job.
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That’s beautiful
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Great use of spare wood, WV! It looks great!
BTW - this is why I have multiple tape measures at home - they always disappear just when you need them
BTW - this is why I have multiple tape measures at home - they always disappear just when you need them
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Thx all, it actually doesn't look half bad.
Went with an Ebony Stain figuring the light wood will soon bleed thru and it should lighten up a bit. If not, I still like the darkness of it. Just gotta make the umbrella extension tube and put the cushions on and well be good to go for the season
Went with an Ebony Stain figuring the light wood will soon bleed thru and it should lighten up a bit. If not, I still like the darkness of it. Just gotta make the umbrella extension tube and put the cushions on and well be good to go for the season
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Very nice. Like the color.
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Appreciate it Joe.
I work with alot of Ebony, usually Macassar which is more Brown but I do like this color.
I work with alot of Ebony, usually Macassar which is more Brown but I do like this color.
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Yes. I've seen the rings you make. They are masterpieces.
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I can't draw a straight line with a ruler let alone build a table without a tape. Kudos!! That's awesome, sir!!
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looks so nice, good job
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