DIY Patio Table Umbrella Stands

Patio table umbrellas are useful on sunny days, and they help create hours of comfortable outdoor recreation. These umbrellas require a stand to keep them steady in case of wind. Instead of purchasing a stand, you can make one out of cement that can be decorated to match your patio's decor. This stand is fairly easy to make, requiring only a few simple items from your local hardware store.

2-gallon bucket
Measuring tape
PVC pipe
Vise
Hacksaw
Glue gun
Petroleum jelly
Brush
Cement
Water
Utility knife
Paper towels
Decorations

Instructions

- 1
  Measure the depth of a 2-gallon bucket with a tape measure.
- 2
  Clamp a piece of PVC pipe in a vise and cut off a section 1 inch longer than your measurement. The pipe's diameter should be large enough for the patio umbrella to slide into easily.
- 3
  Stand the pipe in the middle of the bucket, and secure it in place with hot glue. Use enough glue to ensure a complete seal around the base of the pipe.
- 4
  Brush a coat of petroleum jelly onto the inside of the bucket to make removal easier.
- 5
  Mix enough cement and water to fill the bucket. Follow the mixing ratio provided on the cement package.
- 6
  Tap the sides of the bucket with a mallet to free any trapped air bubbles.
- 7
  Let the cement cure for 24 hours.
- 8
  Cut the bucket off the cement with a utility knife, leaving the pipe in place. Wipe off the excess petroleum jelly with paper towels.
- 9
  Decorate the stand as desired. You can paint it, glue decorative stones on it or simply leave it plain.

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