Looking at the interiors of palaces or castles, it is impossible not to notice the sophistication of furniture from past eras.
Today, sophistication and external qualities are increasingly being replaced by practicality and clear functionality.
But despite this, many of the antique interior items are successfully used in the current decor.
An example would be the most ordinary console table. History:
The golden age of console tables fell during the reign of King Louis XIV, that is, in the 17th century - the era of Baroque and love for the refined and ornate.
This period is characterized by the desire to decorate the interior with a variety of figurines, paintings and mirrors, framed by expensive heavy frames, as well as numerous candelabra or vases.
Louis XIV was known as a collector of fine decorative objects. However, for a very long time he was unable to find the “heart” for his collection.
Widely known in the 17th century. They began to purchase wooden console tables, which were installed against the wall and rested on one or two unevenly shaped legs.
But Louis XIV was deeply convinced that they were not luxurious enough, so they were not worthy of storing his favorite collection.
That is why he asked one of his royal craftsmen to make several tables according to his own designs. The legs of such tables were covered with gold, and sometimes figurines of various animals became the supports.
So console tables became a symbol of aristocracy and splendor. Over time, the tables changed, but did not become less elegant.
Cutting the board
Also, in order to make the upper and lower parts of the table, we need a board 3 meters long, 10 cm thick, and 20 cm wide. We cut it into pieces using a circular saw.
You need 4 boards for the top and bottom of the console table, 150 cm long. We cut it with a circular saw and, as you can see in the photo below, we get these components of the table.
Additionally, you need four boards 10 cm wide and 145 cm long. They will rest vertically on the boards cut above. We need 4 squares along the edges (see photo), 10 cm on each side.
Forming the top
Having retreated 2.5 cm from the edge, we place our workpiece on top of the board and generously lubricate both sides with carpentry terminals.
Place the board on top of the workpiece again. We get a pie like the one in the photo below. From below, you can additionally screw the end blank to the board using screws, which we screw exactly near the outer legs on the left and right.
Ready table
All that remains is to paint the table in any way convenient for you. We used a first coat of dark walnut, then coated the edges of the table with Vaseline after the paint had dried. And the last layer is gray paint, during the drying process of which we process the ends with sandpaper. The result is a table like this, with worn areas, as well as massive legs. It will fit perfectly into the living rooms of Treviso, Rossella, Leonardo.
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19 beautiful console tables you can make yourself
The concept of a console table appeared during the reign of Louis XIV. In those distant times, these interior items were very popular, and they are no less in demand today. Console tables come in a variety of designs, but they have one thing in common: console means narrow. This type of furniture is very convenient to use in small spaces; it does not take up much space and is not far from the wall.
Console is a narrow table with straight or curved legs, suitable for different interiors.
Decorative console decorated with carvings
We will not talk about variations of console table models, because there are countless of them. Let's talk about the scope of application of this piece of furniture. The furniture looks great in hallways and living rooms, acting as an alternative to a buffet.
The console table in the hallway has both decorative and practical significance.
In the living room, consoles replace tables attached to sofas.
You can turn this furniture into something like a mini bar, or place a framed photo on it. An original idea to use a console table in a boudoir or for storing cosmetics.
Modern console table in the bedroom
Store your keys on a table in the hallway and place a candlestick or picture on it. And in the bedroom space, you can install a DVD player or TV on the console.
Forged console table for figurines in a modern interior
If you have your own office, store cigars or beautiful figurines on the table. And in the children’s room, place toys on this piece of furniture, put markers or boxes with construction sets.
White console table with drawers for various small items
Console with drawers for children's room
We'll tell you about creating a console table with your own hands - it's a simple, fun activity that will help you save a lot of money. To do this, you will need to purchase some tools and be careful and patient.
Application in the interior
Tables are classified depending on the purpose of use and are divided into decorative and functional furniture designs.
Narrow table for placing various small items in the hallway
Decorative consoles in the interior
These tables are preferably used to fill voids, but the main advantage of such a table is its compactness. A console can be used to decorate a small corridor, niche, or wall. Lamps and vases, photo frames, candlesticks and figurines are placed on it, and mirrors are often hung above the console; large floor vases can be placed nearby. In the course of small machinations, the table becomes an object of art and is endowed with the ability to transform any area. Decorative tables are most often used to disguise radiators.
Long wall-length console with transparent shelves
Functional tables
- If we are talking about the bedroom, the product will be appreciated as a place to store cosmetics or for reading.
Creative wooden dressing table for bedroom
- In the living room, consoles are most often placed near the sofa - on the side or back.
Wooden cutout table in the living room behind the sofa
- Console tables can be used to furnish the TV area. The table is wide enough for a TV.
Long table with shelves that acts as a TV stand in the living room
- In the hallway you can place the console in almost any corner, making the entrance area more comfortable.
Console in the form of a small shelf, screwed to the wall in the hallway
- If the kitchen is small, you can transform a small console into a bar counter, giving the space the proper style direction.
Kitchen console on wheels with shelves
If you decide to buy a console specifically for the living room, then the modern furniture market offers you a large number of options for all occasions. Having considered the basic design ideas for yourself, you will be able to cope with any task and get a cozy and comfortable interior.
A mirrored cabinet in the living room will help visually expand the boundaries of the room
How to make a DIY console table from an old table
We cut the table into two parts lengthwise
You can use an ordinary old table that has served its purpose to create your own masterpiece.
We fix the metal corners on the back side - in the center and edges
Glue the fabric to the tabletop in order to get an original console
We attach it to the wall and get an original console in the hallway
Saw off the required part from the table and process it. The photo shows examples of such creations. If you want to create a masterpiece from scratch, read on for a step-by-step guide to action.
A bedside table on two legs from a sawn table is made in a similar way
Console under the TV in the bedroom and a bedside table in the hallway from one table
Consoles in IB Gallery
The IB Gallery catalog contains more than 300 models of consoles in classic and modern styles. In addition to them, from us you can choose and order a console from the catalogs of almost 700 factories in Italy. Our specialists will help you choose a model based on a photo, in the desired style or with certain parameters. For complex interior projects, you can order the production of a console according to individual sketches in one of the factories in Italy.
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Steps to creating a console table
Step 1. Make or buy legs. The console table has beautiful legs. Surely you do not have a suitable machine for turning curved baluster legs: this is not a problem. Visit a hardware store: you will find a variety of table leg models and choose the appropriate part.
Large and massive wooden legs for a console machine
Step 2: Cut the board. To create the top and bottom of the table, use a three-meter board, ten centimeters thick, 20 centimeters wide. Cut the board with a saw. You will need four boards with a length of 150 centimeters. Cut out the parts with a saw.
We cut the board to make the top and bottom of the table
The table will take four boards, ten centimeters thick and 145 long. You will place them in a vertical position, attaching them to the previously cut boards. Four squares will be placed at the edges, you will see this in the picture.
4 boards for the top and bottom of the console table, 150 cm long
Additional four boards 10 cm wide and 145 cm long for vertical installation and 4 squares of 10 cm on each side
Step 3. Connection work. Take square parts that are ten centimeters wide, and place a board one hundred and forty-five centimeters long on their end part. Tighten the structure using screws. In the same way, repeating your steps, make the lower and upper blanks for the future table.
We connect square elements and boards 145 cm long, make two blanks for the top and bottom of the table
Step 4. Don't forget about the legs. We take the legs purchased in advance and screw them to a board one hundred and fifty centimeters long. Before this work, do not forget to properly mark the places where you plan to install the legs. Use plugs to close the holes.
We screw the legs to their placement points
Step 5. Make the top of the table. Step back two and a half centimeters from the edge and place the blank structure created earlier. Coat both sides with wood glue. Place a board on the workpiece, you will get something like a rectangular pie.
We form the top of the table using our blanks
Place the board on top of the workpiece again and screw it in place
Step 6. Bottom of the table. Since our table will have the same top and bottom, we will need to repeat the fifth step in relation to making the bottom of the future table. When you have completed all the work, you will have a real masterpiece that should be cleaned with sandpaper.
We repeat the same procedure with the lower part and get a finished console table
Decorating
Finished painted table in the living room interior
We recommend simply painting the resulting table. Nowadays a wide range of different wood varnishes are sold. For example, paint a walnut-colored finish on the table and use Vaseline to lubricate the structure after the paint has dried. Apply the last layer of gray paint (when this coating dries, sand the end elements). As a result, you will get a shabby table with beautiful legs. This piece of art is perfect for any living room or hallway. As you understand, making a table is very simple.
Long console table with decorative elements in the interior
Ideas for placing a console in the interior
In modern homes, a common option is to place a console in a bright color, and the size should be appropriate to the surroundings, so that the design does not stand out from the general style direction, but at the same time is not faded. If the background is neutral, then the bright console is designed to attract the eye.
An expressive indigo console will highlight the uniqueness of the interior
Advice! If the interior has a classic touch, a textile table design is suitable. It can be covered with a “skirt” - a kind of fabric cover.
Symbolic legs on a table built into the wall
Modern interiors are often decorated with imitation tables - a shelf with a support. Creating a “fake” is quite simple; to do this, hang a shelf on the wall, and the support for it is formed from special materials and fixed to the wall.
Video: Making a console table with your own hands / DIY Making a Console Table
A console table is a shallow structure with or without shelves and drawers. Such furniture is particularly intended for spacious rooms, but you can also find a place for it in small rooms. You can place souvenirs on such a stand in your office, cosmetics in the bathroom, decorative elements in the living room, and used as a dressing table in the bedroom. They can also look different, for example, decorated with mosaics, painted or made of stone. Consoles are installed near the wall; they are ideal for zoning rooms. This article will describe how to make a console table with your own hands.
Description and features
A console is a decorative furniture element located near the wall. A huge variety of designs are offered. For example, products made in a classic style contain notes of minimalism, but if we consider modern products, they are more saturated with additional elements - pull-out drawers, cabinets, shelves.
Wall mounted shelves in the living room
The console is represented by a narrow table, which is usually long. The element is often attached to the wall, so it can resemble a wall shelf. The prototype of this furniture element is a support that supports the protruding area of the structure, so the original products were often placed against the wall.
The beach-style interior will be emphasized by the console in sea shades
- From 70 cm to 110 cm - the average height of the console;
- Tall products serve decorative purposes;
- Seating tables usually have a height of 75 to 85 cm.
The abundance of designs allows you to make the right choice and create a cozy atmosphere within the interior.
Making a durable and massive console table with your own hands
A DIY console table is made in several stages after purchasing all the necessary materials, fasteners and tools. The work process itself includes the following processes.
Making legs
Since our table is quite voluminous, it will need massive and large legs. It is better to purchase blanks at a hardware store.
Important! Of course, if you have a machine at home, you can make them yourself, but this will also require certain skills.
Preparation of boards:
- To arrange the top and bottom of the table, take a board 3 m long, 20 cm wide, 10 cm thick.
- Cut it into pieces using a circular saw. You should have four boards to make a table 150 cm long.
- We will also need four boards 145 cm long and 10 cm thick. We will install them vertically on ready-made boards.
- Four squares are needed along the edges so that their sides are 10 cm.
Connecting table parts
Take two square blanks 10 cm wide and 10 cm long, place a 145 cm long board on top of their ends, screw them into the end with two screws. Repeat this manipulation again, make two more blanks to make the upper and lower parts of the structure.
Screwing the legs:
- Place three legs on a board 150 cm long and 10 cm thick, measuring their locations.
- Screw them at these marked points.
- Use wooden plugs to cover the holes so that you end up with a piece that can stand on its own.
Top formation:
- Step back 2.5 cm from the edge, place the resulting workpiece on top of the board and generously coat it with wood glue on both sides.
- Place another board on top of it.
- Screw the end piece from below near the outer legs on the right and left using screws.
Making the lower part
Repeat the procedure described above with the bottom of the boards to end up with a table ready for painting. It is better to clean it additionally with sandpaper.
Processing of the finished structure
Paint the table in the way that suits you best.
As a result of the work done, you will receive a durable, original, stylish console table with your own hands. The master class given in this section will allow you to do everything clearly and without the help of professionals.
What are balusters and their types?
We previously looked at how to make a cantilever structure using store-bought pre-made legs, but it can look more attractive if you make the supports yourself. Next, we will look in detail at how to make table legs from balusters. But first, let's figure out what it is. Why made of baluster?
The fact is that these carved columns have a very original shape, thanks to which they were previously widely used in architecture by the ancient Romans and Greeks. Modern architecture does not require the presence of such decorations, but, nevertheless, balusters are often used to decorate stairs, balconies and furniture. They themselves are functional due to their unusual shape. Depending on this parameter, balusters are divided into three types:
- In the form of bodies of rotation. Outwardly, they resemble a regular cylinder or a flowerpot of any shape. They are made on lathes, thanks to which each post has a finished look. This form is considered the most popular.
- Slotted. They are made from boards, so they are mainly used in attics, that is, technical stairs. They are decorated with through figured holes.
- Sculptural. Such balusters have a more complex arbitrary shape, which is why they are made exclusively by hand or using a machine with a large number of axes.
Important! Today they are produced from a variety of materials - it can be stone, concrete, wood, polymer compounds.
What to choose?
Many furniture sets include console tables made in the same style as the main furniture. For example, the Giorgio collection factory has similar compositions.
If the furnishings of the room are “assembled” independently from diverse objects, then there are many options when choosing a console.
When looking for a suitable model, you should consider what function it will perform in the interior.
- Purely decorative? Choose models with an unusual design or an interesting design.
- Will it serve as a stand for accessories or lighting? Then it is better to choose a laconic model in the style of the main furniture.
- Connoisseurs of practical and functional items, as well as those with limited space, will find transforming models or consoles with drawers that can replace a desk or small cabinet.
In the photo: traditional style consoles from Galimberti Nino. On the left is DO.063, on the right is NL.426.
How to make a console for a hallway with balusters with your own hands?
Now we will learn how to make a table with legs from balusters with our own hands. The most important thing is that you can use an old regular table for this. Or just take an old tabletop and buy beautiful baluster legs.
Important! This is a great opportunity to save money and get a new, high-quality, original decorative element. This furniture is ideal for narrow hallways. Do you have little space in your hallway, do you adore miniature things, or do you like classic style? Then you will definitely like this idea.
To work you will need:
- Rectangular table or countertop.
- Two baluster legs.
- A piece of fabric is 30 cm, width 1.2 m.
- Aerosol adhesive for fabrics.
- Jigsaw.
- Screwdriver.
- Scissors.
- Pencil.
- Roulette.
- Self-tapping screws.
- Sandpaper.
- Metal corner.
- Masking tape.
You can make such a console table with your own hands without legs or with them according to the following scheme:
- If you use a table for work, cut it lengthwise into two parts. Use a pencil and tape measure for marking. Sand the edges with sandpaper to avoid scratches.
- Attach baluster legs to the base on both sides.
- On the back side of our tabletop, attach metal corners so that one is located clearly in the center, the other two - at the edges.
- Cover the edges of the table with masking tape. Prepare a piece of fabric and spray glue over the surface of the table.
- Apply the cloth to the tabletop, being careful not to form bubbles. Trim the remaining fabric around the edges.
- After the glue has dried, remove the tape.
- Attach the free part of our mounting angle to the wall so that there are no gaps between the console and the wall.
Console tables differ from regular tables in that they are fully or partially attached to the wall. This table is made complete with a mirror and is intended for the bedroom. But this is not the only place to place it. This option may be very appropriate in the hallway.
A console table takes up noticeably less space than a regular one, so using it in a limited space in a bedroom or hallway may be the best option.
You can make such a dressing table from a variety of materials, including chipboard, but this is, of course, a last resort. In this version, the table is made of solid pine.
Console table with two drawers, detail dimensions.
General dimensions of the table: Width 1000 mm. , depth 400 mm. , height 200 mm. .
Tabletop dimensions - Width 1000 mm. , depth 400 mm. , thickness 30 mm. All items in this bedroom set are made in a certain style, so the thickness of the tabletop, side walls and fronts is made larger than usual.
Sidewalls: Length of parts 400 mm. , width 170 mm. , thickness 30 mm. , two pieces.
Middle partition: Part length 370 mm. , width 160 mm. , thickness 30 mm. .
Table bottom: Width 960 mm. , depth 370 mm. , thickness 10-12 mm. . The bottom of the table is made of 10 mm furniture plywood. .
Boxes: Width 430 mm. , depth 350 mm. , height 130 mm. , two boxes. Drawer bodies can be made from planed boards 16-20 mm thick. , the bottom of the boxes is made of 4 mm plywood.
Drawer fronts: Width 453 mm. , height 170 mm. , thickness 30 mm. , two pieces. Edges 50 mm wide are cut along the top and bottom edges. and edge depth 12 mm.
Table assembly.
1. Place the sides level, flush with the ends and the front edge of the tabletop. We screw it onto furniture corners, I used rigid corners with bolts, with metal fittings. Still, the entire table hangs practically on the tabletop.
2. On the lower edges of the sidewalls, use a hand router to cut a quarter of 10/10 mm. to install the bottom. We make a quarter less than 30 mm. to the front ends of the sidewalls, level the angle with a chisel.
3. Mark the middle partition by pushing it inward by 30 mm. relative to the front edge of the tabletop. This is done because the drawers, when in use, slide inside the table, flush with the sides and tabletop, and are attached to the corners of the tabletop.
4. We insert the bottom into the quarters on the sidewalls, and screw them with self-tapping screws to the edges of the sidewalls and the middle partition. The bottom also moves inward by 30 mm. , and is aligned with the anterior end of the middle septum. When closing the drawers, the front slats rest against the edge of the bottom and the partition.
5. We install the drawers on roller or telescopic guides, 350 mm long. We fasten the facades with self-tapping screws from the inside of the drawers, just like the drawers for bedside tables, the link is at the top of this article. You can hang the table on the wall using special hangers for heavy kitchen cabinets.
Mirror for the bedroom.
This table will be used as a dressing table, so a mirror for it is a must. Here the mirror is quite large and hung above the table on the wall.
The mirror is assembled in the form of a frame with the corners filed into a “mustache”, i.e. at an angle of 45*.
General dimensions: Height 1100 mm. , width 1000 mm. , thickness of parts 30 mm. , width of frame bars 150 mm. . Along the edges of the parts, edges with a width of 50 mm are made. , at an angle of 10-11 *.
During assembly, at the ends of the parts, I made 10/10/150 mm sockets using a hand router. for spikes. I glued the frame together using long clamps. If there are none, then the frame can be wedged on the table, or, as a last resort, the corners can be tightened with long self-tapping screws from the edges, the caps can be immediately recessed and sealed with wooden plugs.
From the inside, along the inner edges, a quarter for glass was also made using a manual milling cutter. The width of the quarter can be any, but try to make the depth based on the thickness of the mirror + the thickness of the plywood. Plywood 3-4 mm. The mirror is closed from the back side. You can secure the mirror with regular mirror clips. To put it simply, these are plastic or metal washers that are attached with self-tapping screws.
What could be better than a beautiful, comfortable table? Maybe two of these tables? Or the same table, but much more compact? We know how to turn the most ordinary table into a narrow console table, with two legs, with our own hands. Or divide it into two and make a rack. Do you know?
You can create a real exclusive from a sawn table with your own hands. You've probably admired them in stores, where prices are often steep. But you can make such a “piece copy” yourself. And it will be much cheaper than the store-bought version.
The best part is that this table can be made from absolutely any high table. You can even take an old tabletop and screw beautiful legs to it (for example, from IKEA). And there are plenty of ways to decorate this item.
Another opportunity to save money is to buy a beautiful (high-quality, new) but heavily discounted table.
After all, as you know, stores reduce prices on furniture that has been on display or has even a tiny defect. master class No. 1. console table for a narrow hallway
Is there little free space in your hallway? Or do you like miniature things? Or maybe you're attracted to the idea of a classic console table, but you can't afford such a thing? In any case, you will certainly love this idea - a tiny console table made from... a very ordinary table.
Here's what you'll need:
- rectangular table (for example, ISALA from IKEA),
- a piece of fabric 30 cm with a width of 1.20 m (choose any one you like),
- aerosol glue for fabric, jigsaw, screwdriver, tape measure, pencil, scissors, sandpaper, 2 screws and 1 metal corner (for greater reliability, you can take 2 corners and 4 screws), masking tape.
How to make such a console for the hallway with your own hands.
1. First, cut the table into two parts, lengthwise. A tape measure and a pencil will be useful for marking. Sand the edges with sandpaper to avoid splinters.
2. If you have a table with removable legs, secure two of them; if the legs cannot be removed, your console is almost ready.
3. Then fasten metal corners on the back side of the tabletop: one in the center or two at the edges (what to do with the corner further, see step 7).
4. Cover the edges of the table with masking tape - this is necessary so that glue does not get on them. And then prepare a piece of fabric of the desired size and spray glue over the surface.
5. Gently lay the fabric on the tabletop. Make sure that there are no bubbles left (if they appear, smooth the fabric). If there is excess fabric left on any of the edges, trim it with sharp scissors.
6. Once the glue has dried, the tape can be removed. And admire the work of your own hands - the original designer console.
7. Attach the free part of the mounting bracket to the wall, making sure that there are no gaps between the console and the wall.
What else can be added to such a table?
If it is a mirror, it will serve as a dressing table. Hang shelves or a writing board on top - useful for the kitchen or dining room.
If you made it for the hallway, hang a couple of hooks for bags and umbrellas.
Don't want to fuss with fabric and glue? Choose beautiful stickers.
And the table can be painted in advance in some interesting color, varnished, covered with patina... In general, there are many options. All you need is a tabletop and beautiful legs.
master class No. 2. a bedside table on two legs made from a sawn table
This compact piece can decorate your living room or bedroom. It is done according to a similar principle. However, there are some nuances.
You will need an old dining table, wood paint and 2 blocks.
Here are the differences from the previous master class
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1. Shorten the legs, because a side table (or bedside table) is usually lower than a dining table.
2. The table should be cut not along the long part, but along the short part.
3. A product painted in a bright color (with a brush or spray gun) looks especially impressive.
4. A stable position is secured not with corners, but with a pair of bars (approximately 1/2 the width of the already sawn-off tabletop). They need to be connected to each other and screwed to the wall. The finished bedside table is placed on top.
The use of tables in the living room in different styles
Minimalism
Such tables in this style act as an appropriate reminder of the simple truth “less = more.” Instead of choosing a table with an abundance of decor, you should give preference to a small transparent design and place a table lamp on it. Mirror tables should be decorated accordingly.
A light table in a minimalist style blends with the color scheme of the living room interior
Advice! To prevent these trinkets from distracting the eye from the real beauty, you need to choose tables made of glass or plexiglass.
Glass console in a mirrored hallway
Traditional style
In this direction, it is worth giving preference to symmetry, and it can appear when decorating a console even near a wall. If you want to fit more details into such an interior, you should distribute things symmetrically across the surface of the table, which will make the entire interior more orderly. A similar effect can be achieved if you place a console under the TV for the living room, and also symmetrically place the main decorative items on it.
Wooden table in the hallway in a classic style
Advice! Remember the importance of choosing color combinations and furniture textures. Sophistication can be added by using decorative elements. For example, you can place simple ottomans next to the table and create a bright centerpiece in the middle of the room.
A traditional-style table serves as a stand for stylish items
If you have a small “creative space” and your apartment is not large, you should give preference to small but practical designs equipped with additional shelves for storing small items.
Console with unusual legs in Art Nouveau style
