Need advice on how to raise tables ?
09-12-2010, 07:45 PM
#42
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Originally Posted by MzMcKee
I love the pvc leg extenders I made for my table. And I made them adjustable! Just a little nut and bolt system.
Josi FL
09-13-2010, 07:08 AM
#44
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Originally Posted by Quilter Day-by-Day
I have a 8ft. table and a 4ft table that I need to raise to a better height for cutting and ironing. They are the ones made by Lifetime got them at Sams got them a few years ago for extra tables for get togethers but now they are turned into a cutting table and designing,and a ironing table.
09-13-2010, 08:25 AM
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Would the PVC work if you wanted to lower a table? ie: cut off the legs and use pvc to cover the cut end? My banquet tables (heavy duty) make wonderful sewing tables but they are too tall since my machine has to sit on top and would like to have the table a little shorter.
09-13-2010, 01:44 PM
#47
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Best thing I've every had ... get some PCV piping cut about 12" (or however much you want to raise tables).
Place each leg in pipe (make sure you get large enough pipe to accommodate 'foot' at the end of the legs.
This works great on our tables at church and stored using very little space.
Best solution I've found because I can tailor it to the exact height I want!
Peggy in Fla
Place each leg in pipe (make sure you get large enough pipe to accommodate 'foot' at the end of the legs.
This works great on our tables at church and stored using very little space.
Best solution I've found because I can tailor it to the exact height I want!
Peggy in Fla
09-13-2010, 04:02 PM
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We use 2 methods of raising tables to the preferred height: 1 : Find large coffee cans and fill to the desired height with redimix concrete. Allow to harden. Then, just set the table legs down on the concrete. The weight of the cans will make them very sturdy.
2: Buy PVC pipe wide enough for your table legs. Cut the pipe square across the bottom. Tape the 4 pieces of PVC pipe together. Mark the spot to drill. Drill a hole the same height in them. Put a stove bolt through the holes and fasten a nut on the side. Put 2 holes in the pipe if more than one person needs to use the table. If the PVC pipe is large, it will be very stable as you work around the table. Hope this helps.
2: Buy PVC pipe wide enough for your table legs. Cut the pipe square across the bottom. Tape the 4 pieces of PVC pipe together. Mark the spot to drill. Drill a hole the same height in them. Put a stove bolt through the holes and fasten a nut on the side. Put 2 holes in the pipe if more than one person needs to use the table. If the PVC pipe is large, it will be very stable as you work around the table. Hope this helps.
09-13-2010, 04:32 PM
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Originally Posted by debbieumphress
My hubby cut me 12" pvc white plastic pipe and I lift each leg and slide them on. Works great. Depends on the type of legs you ahve though. Mine are regular table you can fold in half and tote. We have Project Linus meetings twice a month adn use these on the cutting tables. Saves the backs.
09-13-2010, 04:38 PM
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Originally Posted by debbieumphress
My hubby cut me 12" pvc white plastic pipe and I lift each leg and slide them on. Works great. Depends on the type of legs you ahve though. Mine are regular table you can fold in half and tote. We have Project Linus meetings twice a month adn use these on the cutting tables. Saves the backs.
He made these tall ones for standing up pinning or cutting.
He made short ones to place the table top level with my sewing machine table. I just choose the ones I want.
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