Driftwood Side Table

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Collecting and Refinishing the Driftwood Prior to
its Reforming
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The present is all about nature. All the trendy
colors, texture, patterns, prints, accessories,
etc. are borrowed from the nature, signifying
awareness of protecting the environment. To cite
an example of such an action, making different
functional items out of driftwood is a
case. Collecting driftwood Trend of using
driftwood has been in existence since long time.
Apart from making home furniture like the
driftwood table, it is also used in decorative
pieces, hobby crafts, fine arts, as building
material. You can have this commercially in craft
stores, but getting your own one naturally along
the beach or at some other nature trail is
preferred. Driftwood collected from different
areas differs in texture, color and size. Using
driftwood for home décor and furniture is an
innovative idea. Steps to be followed to
refinish the driftwood Smoothing the Surface of
the Driftwood Before converting the wood piece
into something like a driftwood side table,
smoothing to take off any rough points is the
first step. Nature has already done the major
part, but, a few spots need some extra touch to
create a rounded and smooth surface.
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Pre-Treating the Driftwood The driftwood is then
treated by rubbing its surface with a piece of
cloth soaked in a conditioner. After being
completely coated, it is left for some times
before staining it. This conditioner ensures that
applying a stain would create an even
finish. Applying the Stain Putting on the
gloves, rub the stain on the piece of driftwood.
The stain must be applied in a circular motion
and rubbed well into the wood. Once applied
perfectly leave the stain to soak in for some
time, depending on how deeply you need the stain
to soak. Once your required color is achieved rub
out the excess stain. Applying Polyurethane The
final stage before forming it into a driftwood
end table is to apply two thin coats of
polyurethane to the whole surface of the
driftwood piece, allowing 6 to 8 hours for the
first coat to become dry before applying the
second coat.