Old trunk becomes coffee table
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Hey there, time traveller!
This article was published 17/11/2012 (4750 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.
Dear Marc: I found an old trunk at a flea market. It looks pretty old, I think it would make a great accent piece in my home. Where should I place it to get the best look? Beverly
Dear Beverly: Don’t you just love antique hunting? It’s one of those things where everything has such beauty, charm, and most importantly- history. Where did this trunk come from? It makes you wonder if it was part of a traveling show, or just used to store valuables.
I believe antiques have a special place in our homes, just as family memorabilia have a place in our hearts. They make great accents in our homes, and trunks specifically make fabulous coffee tables. They are sturdy and offer a hard surface for our favourite magazines and books. In a few simple steps, we’ll transform your trunk into a trendy, industrial-looking coffee table.
Supplies:
– Trunk
– Four large caster wheels
– Nuts, bolts and washers
– Set of wrenches
– Drill with appropriate drill bit
Step 1: Flip the trunk upside down and drill holes in each corresponding corner to allow the bolts to hold the caster wheels in place.
Step 2: Align the caster wheels with the holes and pass the bolts through the holes and secure with a washer and nut
Step 3: Flip the trunk on its wheels and place it in your living room. Place a few select accessories on its surface and proudly display it for everyone to see.
