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Gaming Table Mk1

Gaming Table Mk1

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Project Blog by fithgodsmote

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About the Project

Building my own 4' x 4' gaming table

This Project is Completed

Project Begins

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Over the BH weekend I finally made a start on a gaming table for my shed. I had looked at options for a fold away table but decided that a 4′ x 4′ was about all I could comfortably fit in my shed. It would also be big enough for games of Blood Red Skies, Necromunda and Adeptus Titanicus. A 6′ x 4′ didn’t seem worth the hassle and I knew that this build would not be perfect and I would want to do a Mk2 later down the line to improve on the design.

I picked some some materials from a local building supply to add to some bits I already had at home. The table would be mounted on a couple of saw horses I bought so I could prop the whole thing up against the wall when I wanted it out of the way.

Pics to follow on the build so far when my internet stops playing up!

Framing done

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Wooden framing and two 2’ x 4’ 12mm MDF boards (easier to transport in the car than a 4×4 board) made up. Once the framing is finished these will receive a coat of mdf sealer ready for painting.

Glue Dried and Test Fit

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Glue Dried and Test Fit

That’s the glue and sealer dried. Did a quick test fit with a Deep Cut Studio mat to check it

Painted

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Painted

Well, I kind of regret this now. I sprayed the table a Matt black, probably cost me £20 in spray. It’s ended up not a particularly even coat, but I think smoother than a brush would have been. I think the Mk2 will just be varnished and left bare wood.

Done

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Done

That’s the table complete. Happy with how it’s turned out, the Mig Alley mat looks great on it. I’ve made a few mental notes on how I would do this better or differently next time.

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