How to turn an indoor dining table into an outdoor table

Looking for a patio table, or do you want to repurpose an old kitchen table? Here is an easy tutorial about how to turn any indoor table into an outdoor table (and make it last)

From Indoor to Outdoor Table

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THE BEST TOOLS FOR THIS DIY PROJECT

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Getting Started

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Use Outdoor Paint and Stain for Optimum Protection

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Make it Last

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How to turn an indoor dining table into an outdoor table

EASY DIY

Looking for a patio table, or do you want to repurpose an old kitchen table? Here is an easy tutorial about how to turn any indoor table into an outdoor table (and make it last)

From Indoor to Outdoor Table

Full Tutorial and all the Tips & Tricks

THE BEST TOOLS FOR THIS DIY PROJECT

PAINT STRIPPER

SANDER

OUTDOOR PAINT + STAIN

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Getting Started

Use Outdoor Paint and Stain for Optimum Protection

Choose speciality paint and stain to weatherproof your table.

Make it Last

For more specific tips on how to weatherproof all kinds of outdoor furniture. See this full guide