Making a Sea Glass Coffee Table
Sea glass comes from broken pieces of glass that have been smoothed over time by the power of the sand and the tide. It can be collected from beaches around the world and is often made into jewelry, art and other decorative pieces. It is a great material for making a beautiful and unique coffee table. Here’s how to do it:
Materials Needed
- Sea glass pieces
- Wooden board
- Piece of glass to cover the top of table
- Clamps
- Glue
- Sealant
- Sandpaper
Steps
- Gather your sea glass: Collect as much sea glass as you will need to cover the top of the table. Make sure to gather pieces of different colors, shapes, and sizes to create a unique pattern.
- Prepare the wooden board: Sand down the wooden board with sandpaper. Make sure it is smooth and even.
- Lay the sea glass on the board: Arrange the pieces of sea glass so that they form a pattern on the board. Once you have the pattern you like, glue the pieces down.
- Attach the glass top: Carefully place the glass top over the sea glass. Use clamps to hold it in place.
- Apply sealant: Let the sealant dry before adding it to the table. This will help keep the sea glass from shifting.
- Enjoy your new table: You now have a beautiful and unique sea glass coffee table.
Making a sea glass coffee table is a great way to bring a touch of the beach into your home. With the right materials and a bit of patience, you can create a beautiful, unique statement piece for your living room.
