How to Make a Rock Coffee Table

In many ways, a coffee table is just as important as a couch. The coffee table sits parallel to the couch in the exact center and reflects, complements or contrasts with the stylistic choice of the sofa. A badly chosen coffee table will make the entire room look poorly decorated, regardless of the other pieces of furniture. If you're a very earthy person or enjoy having organic pieces of furniture in your home, making your own coffee table out of a piece of rock may prove appealing. Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions

1

Visit a home landscaping or garden supply store. Look for a rock that meets the average dimensions of a coffee table: 18 to 28 inches wide and 16 to 19 inches high.

2

Look at the sides of the rock. Lay a level on top of the top and bottom. You need a rock that has a smooth, level upper surface for putting drinks and other items on.

3

Combine 1/4 cup all-purpose cleanser with 1 gallon water in a bucket. Dip a scrub brush in the mixture and scrub down the exterior of the rock. Rinse with clean water. Allow the rock to dry for 24 hours.

4

Apply a coat of sealer specially designed for rocks with a 3-inch nylon brush. Cover the entire surface area of the rock with sealer to give it a glossy finish. Allow it to dry thoroughly.

5

Cut a piece of foam that is slightly smaller than the diameter of the rock. Cut a heavy piece of fabric or rug the same dimensions as the foam. Place the fabric or rug on top of the foam where you want the coffee table to be. Roll the rock on top of it.