In these tough financial times, the concept of DIY projects has had a renaissance of sorts. Instead of spending money on anything besides the necessities, many handy homeowners have taken to making their own products and building their own furniture. Picnic tables, though a fun idea on the eve of summer outings and barbecues, are not exactly a survival item. If you�re got some extra time and motivation, save yourself some money by building your own picnic table. Remember, nothing is as good as the homemade. Though a lot of newer models of picnic tables are made from plastic and metal, classic picnic tables are built using wood. Check out these simple instructions to make your own.
Petrify--from the Greek root petro, meaning "rock" or "stone," means, literally, to turn into stone. These pretty wood stumps, though petrified, retain their original appearance. $44.99 each. ROM Member price $40.49.Although the summer is filled with picnics, little is generally known about how and where they originated. Listed as a new word, �pique-nique� first appeared in the 1692 edition of Origines de la Langue Fran�oise de M�nage. It is believed to have been a combination of �piquer,� meaning to �pick� or �peck� and �nique,� an obsolete word, which meant �trifle� or �little pieces.� It was described as a potluck gathering, to which everyone brought a dish, and the food, transported in the first picnic baskets, was set out for all to �peck at.�4. Using 2.5� wood decking screws, attach 3 evenly spaced cross supports to the bottom side of the boards. For the easiest way to line it up evenly, first attach the support beams to the middle table board, then add the outer 2. Make sure to leave about a half foot of overhang on the ends of the table past the supports.4 2x6 or 4x4 boards for the legs (depending on table length)SHELL PLATESSHELL STOPPERWhy we love it! It's kid-friendly and perfect for backyard entertaining.All items listed on this page are available at the ROM Museum Store.This striking wooden vase crafted from pieces of delicate driftwood will add a touch of rustic charm to any tabletop or front entrance. $129.99 each. ROM Member price $116.99.8. Now that the table is put together, detail sand the wood, then brush it down with a damp cloth.3. Make sure that all boards are now straight and level so you will have a nice smooth tabletop.Why we love them! They're handcrafted from Capiz shells found in the coastal waters of the Philippines.Store Hours: 10 am to 6:30 pm, except Friday 10 am to 10 pm. Kids Store: Monday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm, except Friday 10 am to 9 pm. Check out our online boutique at store.rom.on.ca.7. After legs are attached, add the cross leg supports to the outside of the legs with stainless steel bolts.DRIFTWOOD VASEThis simple and stylish carafe from the Design Stockholm House is perfect for serving wine or an infused water refreshment. $99.99 each. ROM Member price $89.99.2.5� wood decking screws
Not the handiest of creatures? You may decide instead to leave the building to the pros. If you�re purchasing picnic tables, the choices are abundant and the prices not necessarily prohibitive. Lighter materials like aluminum and PVC or recycled plastics are easy to move and much stronger than you�d actually think. Heavy duty coated metals and concrete picnic tables are ideal when you know you won�t need to move your table anytime soon, and are practically impossible to harm. Whatever path you choose, building or buying, picnic tables are a fun and useful way to usher in the new season.
Author: Tonya Kerniva
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