How To Make A Fluted Table *Using Pool Noodles*

Come on an adventure with me as I make a fluted table from scratch using pool noodles I picked up from a charity shop for only $5 - true story! When my friend Jemma asked me to help her make a table for her entryway, I knew a fluted table would look beautiful. The only problem? I had never made one before! But I was up for the challenge. I created a project mood board with a colour palette that reflected her home and style, as well as other images to show how I’d like to style the final reveal and bring my vision to life. She loved it all, so we got to work. I came up with an affordable solution to creating a fluted base after stumbling across a box of pool noodles at a charity shop for $5. Throw in a circle table top with rounded edges and Jemma's genius idea for the base, and here we are. 

What I love most about this fluted table is that you can really make it your own. You can paint it any colour you like, you can have a chunky tabletop or even a different shape! However, the biggest surprise were the pool noodles - when painted they look like textured concrete! And this texture offset the smooth, rounded top beautifully and brought everything together. I really hope this project inspires you to make your own fluted table!

〰️About me〰️
My name is Jaharn and I'm always making and upcycling. I'm all about sharing affordable and sustainable DIY and upcycling projects for you home.

Website: http://www.smorhome.com
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〰️How To〰️
0:00 - Intro
0:14 - What we're making and who with
1:40 - The space & project mood board
2:38 - Day One: Intro
3:16 - Day One: The space
3:50 - Day One: Building the table
6:18 - Day One: Pool noodles & painting
8:20 - Day Two: Intro
11:03 - Day Two: Gap filler & painting
11:40 - Day Three: Intro
12:07 - Day Three: Coffee & styling
12:57 - Final reveal & Jemma's reaction!

〰️Materials〰️
Drop sheet https://www.bunnings.com.au/monarch-1...
MDF panel https://www.bunnings.com.au/2400-x-12...
Laundry basket or bin, similar to this https://www.bunnings.com.au/icon-65l-...
Short pine https://www.bunnings.com.au/specrite-...
Timber screws https://www.bunnings.com.au/zenith-10...
Construction adhesive https://www.bunnings.com.au/selleys-2...
Pool noodles
Dulux "Lexicon Quarter" Paint https://www.dulux.com.au/colour/white...

〰️Tools〰️
Face mask
Scissors/sharp knife
Caulking gun
Drill
Jig saw
Router and bit
Extension cord
Paint brush
Paint roller
Paint tray

〰️Other bits n pieces〰️
Art featured in Jemma's home by https://www.stanislaspiechaczek.com/
Music by CHRONILLOGICAL - Suit Up (Instrumental) - https://thmatc.co/?l=205E46FD
Styling: Checker rug from Adairs https://www.adairs.com.au/homewares/f.... Vase and figurine belong to Jemma.
Wearing in this video: Cargo Crew Boiler Suit https://www.cargocrew.com/product/wom... and Boston Apron https://www.cargocrew.com/product/bos... and Dissh Shirt https://dissh.com.au/products/clemenc... and Skirt Set https://dissh.com.au/products/clemenc...
What's your name? Jaharn
Where do you live? Noosa, Australia
How did you learn to upcycle? I've been DIYing and upcycling since high school. I have learned lots of skills along the way, which I am excited to be sharing with you here. Yay!
Do you have other tutorials and projects? Yes, lots and lots! You can find them all here https://www.smorhome.com/ and here   / smorhome  
What are you working on next? Oooooh you'll have to watch and see. But here's a clue "fabric" hehe