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How to Make a Table From Granite Remnants

Granite remnants are smaller slabs left over or cut out of a large-slab installation, such as a countertop. These small slabs can be obtained from a granite installer at a fraction of the original price and are often the perfect size for a coffee or end table. Finishing the edges of any piece of granite is a job best left to a professional, so have the remnant is beveled and polished before you bring it home. Also, even a remnant is heavy, so build your base out of strong wood to adequately support the granite.

Things You'll Need

  • Measuring tape
  • Lumber
  • Circular or table saw
  • Wood screws
  • Drill
  • Screwdriver
  • Wood putty
  • Chisel
  • Sandpaper
  • Stain or paint
  • Paintbrush or cloth
  • Grease pencil
  • Carpenter's glue
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Instructions

    • 1

      Measure the granite slab and cut lumber to size for a rectangular base to hold the granite, allowing for a 1 to 2-inch overhang on all sides.

    • 2

      Fit the wood pieces together to form a rectangle. Screw these pieces together, then add one more piece in the center to help support the weight of the granite. Pre-drill the holes for the screws, and countersink the screws.

    • 3

      Cut pieces to fit in each corner of the rectangle to act as braces. This lends further support to the base.

    • 4

      Measure the height at which you want the table and cut legs to size. Chisel one corner of the leg 3/8-inch deep and as long as the base wood. Set the leg against the corner of the base with the chiseled side facing out. Use the smooth surface you've just chiseled to screw the legs to the base. Countersink the screws.

    • 5

      Turn the base upright and place additional screws into the legs from the inside of the base.

    • 6

      Fill all the screw holes with wood putty. Sand the entire base. Stain or paint the table. Let the base dry completely.

    • 7

      Dry-fit and center the granite slab onto the base, then mark where the base meets the granite on its underside, using a grease pencil.

    • 8

      Remove the slab and apply a generous amount of carpenter's glue to the top of the base, including the braces and the center support beam. Replace the slab, matching it up with the grease markings. Allow to dry for 24 to 48 hours before use.

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