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Unless you have $10,000 burning a hole in your pocket, you may not be ready to splurge on statement items for your home. 1stDibs’ FORM(LA) Palla console table is described as an “ode to modernist design” and is made entirely of beautiful green marble, with three globes stacked on the legs. It’s a stunning statement piece and would look gorgeous in anyone’s home – but not at its price. An alternative to spending $10,400 on this table is to redo it with a wood and bamboo salad bowl instead of marble. Not only do you avoid the exorbitant prices, but you also avoid the obvious weight of a marble table.
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Whether you’re a professional DIYer who enjoys tricking out your dream anthropology dresser or you’re completely new to the experience, DIY projects can help you finish what you start and save yourself tons of money. It can bring you a sense of satisfaction. of money. There’s really no downside. Palla tables may seem difficult to fool, but they are actually not and are perfect for all skill levels. In fact, you can complete it in a weekend once you have all the materials. Learn how to create breathtaking foyer table camouflage at a fraction of the cost of a fancy table.
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If you don’t have eight salad bowls of the same size, buying one will be your biggest expense. Instead of making three balls for each leg, stick to two balls. We love IKEA’s bamboo Blanda Matt serving bowls. It costs $25 and is also available on Amazon. When gluing the bowls together with epoxy, make sure they line up so they look like one ball, and cover the seam with wood filler.
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Making plywood furniture allows you to get creative, and this DIY is no exception. For the table top, take a piece of plywood large enough to span the length of the table, leaving enough wood to make the cutouts. Pay attention to the thickness of the plywood and make sure it is thick enough to provide a strong and durable table top. To design the wavy lines that will be the front part of the table, use one of the salad bowls to trace a semicircle shape. Once the shape is cut out, sand the top and the four spheres. Sanding is very important to make your table look like high-end furniture. Take your time to smooth out any rough edges, especially along the edges. Grab some wood stain in your favorite shade and paint the table area. To give your DIY table a marble effect, wipe off any excess dirt with a cloth. Once everything is dry, use epoxy glue to put everything together.
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