New Table Build - Converted Dinner Table (1 Viewer)

[OzzieJim]

Hi guys,

Will post occasional updates as I complete this. But timeline is likely months not weeks.

Appreciate feedback/tips help along the way, as you're the experts!

1. Purchased a 2440 x 1220mm (96x48") solid timber table with a pedestal base off FB marketplace. Cost me $300 AUD ($200 USD).

2. My intention is to sand the top rough and adhere 6mm neoprene directly to the face of the table, and then place the felt over it. I can't really do a base plywood piece as I am concerned around height. The table itself is already 760mm high, or 29.9".

The rail would then be a 18mm ply + 18mm ply + 25mm Very Firm open cell foam. Both of these rail pieces will be connected and wrapped in dark green leather look vinyl. There will also be a 12mm (1/2") raised rail provided by a 12mm spacer ply and edge banded to match the colour of the base table. Here's a conceptual cross-section roughly to scale:

3. I am planning for 140mm rails (5.5") with a 700mm dealer cutout that would be 2" wide, upholstered but ideally only 18mm high (12mm spacer ply, 6mm neoprene or another foam alternative, + vinyl). Again have a rough concept. Inner ring is betting line (200mm in from rail, 7.87")

And an idea of the green coloured vinyl I am thinking for the rail:

Again, would really appreciate feedback and tips!

 

[OzzieJim]

I guess big questions for me are:

How much compression will there be of the rail foam by the vinyl wrapping? Is 25mm high density foam going to add 25mm of height, or should I assume something more like 20mm?

Will a black felt clash with red wood and green vinyl?

Will I run into any problems using the table as a base and not a piece of ply? I am planning on stapling the felt to the wood under the space/rail but obviously won't be able to wrap it underneath.

 

[sodasnacks]

Your questimate about the foam compression seems reasonable, though you will just have to see with your actual foam.

The colors should be OK, although you could strip the finish off the legs and stain them black.

The table base should be fine if you're not trying to staple it. If you did have concerns, make sure the bottom of the table is also painted. This will mitigate warping that could be induced by having one side sealed while the other is open to humidity swings. A good idea for all large panels and even household trim.