Monday, February 11, 2013

Wood Planked Tables

 I have always loved the look of planked table tops.
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 I like to think they have a story to tell with their rustic beauty.
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They can be dressed up or down.
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One of my most favorite wood planked tables is this one from over at Peeking Thru The Sunflowers. I have been admiring Des's dining room table for some time now. Her hubby made it for her from reclaimed barn wood. It is swoon worthy I think.
Surprisingly enough The Hubster gave in to my request to create our very own planked table top. Can you guess where it will be going?
If you guessed our dining room you would be right.
I spent 30 minutes taking every screw out in hopes that the top would just pop right off.
That was a huge negative. Apparently we purchased a very well made table. I have no idea just how we will be getting the top off but trust me it will be coming off.  
In the meantime I spent time out in the garage working on the new top.

I am hoping to be done with this project by the weekend but we shall see.

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25 comments:

  1. UnknownFebruary 11, 2013 at 7:12 AM

    Good morning Pamela.
    I too have been swooning over plank top tables. This might be the push I need to get it done. Will be showing the Mr. this post later today... I am so excited to see the finished product.
    Thanks for sharing.
    Cheers, Gee

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  2. Emma Kate at Paint and StyleFebruary 11, 2013 at 7:13 AM

    Could you make a fake top that sits over the old one? My dad did this...

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  3. AnonymousFebruary 11, 2013 at 7:24 AM

    Love it..My husband is making me one of these..So excited here and excited for you too..Can't wait to see your new jewel..Have a wonderful day..

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  4. Anita DiazFebruary 11, 2013 at 7:45 AM

    I agree with you Pamela! I love mine so much and knowing the boards came off my great grandmother's house make it even more special. Love yours too!!

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  5. Linda February 11, 2013 at 7:48 AM

    I know it's going to look amazing!

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  6. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeFebruary 11, 2013 at 8:32 AM

    Oh, I be it will look amazing...can't wait to see :)

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  7. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleFebruary 11, 2013 at 8:50 AM

    Can't wait to see the reveal.

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  8. UnknownFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:03 AM

    It is going to look great, Pamela. Looking forward to seeing it all set up.

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  9. Laurel StephensFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:38 AM

    I'm with you, I love plank table tops and am excited to see how you build yours. Nice husband!

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  10. miss flibbertigibbetFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:58 AM

    Was that what the sawing was on Sunday? Looks great! It's so nice to have a man around the house isn't it?

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  11. Courtney ~ French Country CottageFebruary 11, 2013 at 10:00 AM

    It's going to be gorgeous!!

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  12. JunkchiccottageFebruary 11, 2013 at 10:09 AM

    Pamela,
    This is going to be gorgeous. My husband and I did the same thing to our table and I remember it was a lot of work to get the top off but so worth it in the end. We used old barn wood for our top of the table too. I can't wait to see your table.
    Kris

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  13. Donna@anangloinquébecFebruary 11, 2013 at 10:41 AM

    It looks like it will be lovely. We have a planked table made from the wood structure of an old pine-built cabin. The planks are really large and I love the rustic feel of the whole piece. Enjoy!

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  14. pembrokeshire lassFebruary 11, 2013 at 10:53 AM

    Wow that's quite a project but so worthwhile! You'll enjoy it all the more for having struggled with it. Look forward to seeing the final result! Joan

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  15. Lisa @ Fern Creek CottageFebruary 11, 2013 at 12:44 PM

    How exciting!! I can't wait to see it when it is complete!

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  16. Market Nine homeFebruary 11, 2013 at 4:32 PM

    Oh, how much fun! I adore these table tops too, and I really love your base. It's going to look so cool with the new top. I can't wait to see! ~Kristie

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  17. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesFebruary 11, 2013 at 4:36 PM

    This is going to be beautiful! I love the wood tone you chose, too!

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  18. AnneFebruary 11, 2013 at 7:22 PM

    Oh I can't wait to see it!
    xx
    Anne

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  19. ℳartina @ Northern NestingFebruary 11, 2013 at 8:01 PM

    Great inspiration photos Pamela, can't wait to see yours finished!

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  20. Maria ElenaFebruary 12, 2013 at 6:38 AM

    Pamela, I know it is going to be a gorgeous table. Can't wait to see the finished product!

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  21. UnknownFebruary 12, 2013 at 6:59 AM

    Pamela! You lucky girl! I soooooo want a plank topped table! It is going to look absolutely awesome!!! Cannot wait to see the finished piece. (Oh! And your hubby totally rocks!)

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  22. Art and SandFebruary 12, 2013 at 7:44 AM

    Oh, that farmhouse table with the paper whites is wonderful.

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  23. CynthiaFebruary 12, 2013 at 8:42 AM

    I can't wait to see this table, I am sure it will be just beautiful.

    Cynthia

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  24. UnknownFebruary 12, 2013 at 12:25 PM

    Can't wait to see the reveal!!! I, too, am yearning for a plank table and get rid of my glass one!!!

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  25. Sandi~A Cottage MuseFebruary 13, 2013 at 6:06 AM

    Hi Pamela ~ love the look of plank tables, can't wait to see yours all done! I am going to show this to my husband to do for our desk top in our den!

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