Comments on: DIY Chess End Table

By: kimberlee

kimberlee — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 04:08:52 +0000

Your table came out fabulous! I couldn’t find a suitable table to use, but your post inspired us to make a chess board with stained squares. Thanks so much for this post!

By: Helby

Helby — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 16:51:15 +0000

That’s beautiful! Fantastic job! I’ll have to keep this on the backburner

By: Stephanie

Stephanie — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 04:44:27 +0000

travelbugmom- Yes, it was a spray from the store. We used Deft Clear Wood Finish (Satin). I’m not sure if certain brands spray differently, but I suppose the key is to spray multiple thin coats, keep your distance and continue moving as you spray.

By: Pam

Pam — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 02:12:07 +0000

That looks fantastic. I love it. Great job

By: Rachel

Rachel — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 18:22:19 +0000

Wow, that is so cool Stephanie. I love this! Thanks so much, I’ll be linking.

By: Jodie

Jodie — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 11:54:24 +0000

Awesome! I actually did the same thing back in college with little table I found curbside :) The funny thing is, I’m actually selling the little table now on craigslist because we’re moving.

I used black and white paint and sponged the checkerboard pattern onto the table top. The only problem is, I don’t play chess, and so I guessed as to the amount of rows…. oops! There’s supposed to be 8, not 10 :)

By: Tauni

Tauni — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 07:50:46 +0000

I love it! What a fun addition to a media or game room. We are moving soon and I am going to bookmark this post in hopes I can create a chess table of my own sometime soon!!! Thank you so much for sharing.

By: travelbugmom

travelbugmom — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 02:33:46 +0000

Looks awesome! When you say you “sprayed it with a Clear Satin Wood Finish”…..is this bought at an AC MOORE or at a paint store? Haven’t had luck with “SPRAY” clear finishes since it sprays very uneven.

By: Amanda @ Serenity Now

Amanda @ Serenity Now — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 02:30:37 +0000

That would be such a cool gift! She did a great job. :)

By: Deepali Kalia

Deepali Kalia — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 20:27:04 +0000

any diy ideas on a reception desk for a small office