DIY This Trendy Fluted Table
All you need is half-round wood trim, a few cans of spray paint and some basic building supplies to DIY this designer-inspired fluted table for less.
![Fluted Table DIY Fluted End Tables with Flowers on Marble-Like Paint Effect on Top](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2021/4/1/0/Original_Liz-Gray-Fluted-Table-Beauty-12.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.462.85.suffix/1617297691941.jpeg)
Liz Gray
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Scroll through Pinterest and you'll quickly note an emerging trend: fluted furniture. Everyone is trying it, from scalloped headboards to grooved walls and coffee tables. Put down the phone and make your own fluted table with this easy DIY from HGTV Handmade’s Liz Gray. Plus, learn how to create a sleek, marbled look with spray paint that will guarantee a second glance from friends.
![Fluted Table DIY Fluted End Tables with Marble-Like Paint Effect on Top](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2021/4/1/0/Original_Liz-Gray-Fluted-Table-Beauty-10.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1617297691243.jpeg)
Liz Gray
Materials + Tools
- 15'' unfinished round circle
- 12'' concrete tube
- (60) 11/16'' half-round pine trim pieces
- marble effect spray paint
- white spray paint + primer
- matte black spray paint
- clear acrylic sealer
- (20) 1'' spring clamps
- wood glue
- hand saw
- tape measure
- pencil
- sandpaper
- scrap wood
Measure + Cut Tube
First, determine the height of your concrete tube for either an end table or coffee table. Note: End table standard height is 20 to 24 inches and up to 2 inches lower than the arm of your sofa. For coffee tables, the standard height is up to 2 inches lower than the top of the cushions. Next, use a tape measure to determine where to cut the tube; use a pencil to mark a dotted guideline all the way around in 1-inch increments (Image 1). Then use a hand saw to cut the tube in half (Image 2). Tip: Use a steady, sawing motion to start the cut, then press on the end of the saw to slice down into the tube to ensure a straight cut (Image 3). Even up the edges using sandpaper if needed.
![Determine the height of your tube, then use a pencil to mark in 1’’ increments all the way around the tube. Next, use a hand saw to cut the tube in half. Use a steady, sawing motion to gradually cut down into the tube. Even up the edges using sandpaper where needed.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2021/3/25/0/Original_Cassidy_Garcia_Fluted_Table_Step-1.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1616688190606.jpeg)
Cassidy Garcia
![Determine the height of your tube, then use a pencil to mark in 1’’ increments all the way around the tube. Next, use a hand saw to cut the tube in half. Use a steady, sawing motion to gradually cut down into the tube. Even up the edges using sandpaper where needed.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2021/3/25/0/Original_Cassidy_Garcia_Fluted_Table_Step-2.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1616688190810.jpeg)
Cassidy Garcia
![First determine the height of your tube, then use a pencil to mark in 1’’ increments all the way around the tube. Next, use a hand saw to cut the tube in half. Use a steady sawing motion to gradually cut down into the tube. Even up the edges using sandpaper where needed.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2021/3/25/0/Original_Cassidy_Garcia_Fluted_Table_Step-3.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1616688191106.jpeg)
Cassidy Garcia
Paint Top + Marble Effect
Spray paint the 15-inch unfinished wooden circle with three coats of white spray paint plus primer (Image 1); use sandpaper between each coat to remove visible wood grain and create a smooth finish. Next, use the marble effect spray paint, using slow sweeping motions, to add thin strips of black paint to the white circle top (Image 2). Last, seal the tabletop with three coats of clear acrylic spray (Image 3). Let the wood dry completely. Tip: Check out this marbled table hack for more inspiration.
![For the top of the table, use a 15’’ wooden round. Start by using white spray paint or latex paint to prime and paint the table top. Next, use marble spray paint to add an elegant marble-inspired effect. Last, finish the table top with 2-3 coats of clear acrylic spray. Let it dry completely.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2021/3/25/0/Original_Cassidy_Garcia_Fluted_Table_Step-12.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1616688193164.jpeg)
Cassidy Garcia
![For the top of the table, use a 15’’ wooden round. Start by using white spray paint or latex paint to prime and paint the table top. Next, use marble spray paint to add an elegant marble-inspired effect. Last, finish the table top with 2-3 coats of clear acrylic spray. Let it dry completely.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2021/3/25/0/Original_Cassidy_Garcia_Fluted_Table_Step-13.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1616688193367.jpeg)
Cassidy Garcia
![For the top of the table, use a 15’’ wooden round. Start by using white spray paint or latex paint to prime and paint the table top. Next, use marble spray paint to add an elegant marble-inspired effect. Last, finish the table top with 2-3 coats of clear acrylic spray. Let it dry completely.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2021/3/25/0/Original_Cassidy_Garcia_Fluted_Table_Step-15.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1616688193738.jpeg)
Cassidy Garcia
Montana's Marble Effect spray is medium pressure, high-grade and high covering for a deceivingly realistic marble effect. It can be used on many different surfaces such as paper, cardboard, primed canvas, wood, glass, metal, ceramics, porcelain, stone, acrylic and other paintable materials.
Cut Trim + Attach
To create a fluted look, use a hand saw to cut 60 pieces of 11/16-inch half-round pine trim pieces to match the height of your tube (Image 1). Then, apply several small dots of wood glue to the first wood trim piece (Image 2) and attach it to the outside of the concrete tube. Secure the trim with a 1-inch spring clamp (Image 3). Wipe any excess glue with a towel (Image 4). Continue to glue and clamp the wooden trim pieces around the tube until it is covered (Image 5). Use sandpaper to level any uneven edges.
![To get a fluted look, use a hand saw to cut 60 11/16 half-round trim pieces to the same length as the tube.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2021/3/25/0/Original_Cassidy_Garcia_Fluted_Table_Step-4.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1616688191604.jpeg)
Cassidy Garcia
![Use wood glue to attach the first wood trim piece to the outside of the concrete tube and secure with 1’’ spring clamps.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2021/3/25/0/Original_Cassidy_Garcia_Fluted_Table_Step-5.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1616688191817.jpeg)
Cassidy Garcia
![Leave each clamp in place for 30-minutes before moving to a new section. Continue to glue and clamp the wooden trim around the tube until it is covered. Let dry completely.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2021/3/25/0/Original_Cassidy_Garcia_Fluted_Table_Step-8.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1616688192423.jpeg)
Cassidy Garcia
![Wipe any excess wood glue after clamping with a tissue. Continue to glue and clamp the wooden trim around the tube until it is covered. Let dry completely.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2021/3/25/0/Original_Cassidy_Garcia_Fluted_Table_Step-6.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1616688192015.jpeg)
Cassidy Garcia
![Leave each clamp in place for 30-minutes before moving to a new section. Continue to glue and clamp the wooden trim around the tube until it is covered. Let dry completely.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2021/3/25/0/Original_Cassidy_Garcia_Fluted_Table_Step-9.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1616688192619.jpeg)
Cassidy Garcia
Paint Base + Assemble
Spray paint the base of the table using matte black spray paint (Image 1); add two coats of paint to ensure complete coverage. Once the base is dry, add wood glue around the top of the base (Image 2) and place the wooden circle on top (Image 3). Tip: Place heavy books on top of the table to help create a stronger bond as the wood glue dries (Image 4). Use your trendy, new table as a single piece or group it with more tables for a dramatic layered look (Image 5).
![Spray paint the base of the table using matte black spray paint. Add two coats to ensure full coverage.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2021/3/25/0/Original_Cassidy_Garcia_Fluted_Table_Step-11.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1616688193012.jpeg)
Cassidy Garcia
![Once the base is dry, use wood glue to attach the marble-like top to the base matte black base. Tip: To secure, place heavy books on top to help create a stronger bond.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2021/3/25/0/Original_Cassidy_Garcia_Fluted_Table_Step-16.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1616688193939.jpeg)
Cassidy Garcia
![Once the base is dry, use wood glue to attach the marble-like top to the base matte black base. Tip: To secure, place heavy books on top to help create a stronger bond.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2021/3/25/0/Original_Cassidy_Garcia_Fluted_Table_Step-17.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1616688194117.jpeg)
Cassidy Garcia
![HGTV Editor Liz Gray shows how to make a trendy fluted table in six easy steps using a handful of crafting supplies and tools. To make your own, you will need 60 pieces of 11/16” half-round pine trim, a 12'' tube, a 15'' wood round, matte black spray paint, marble spray paint, white spray paint, clear acrylic spray, a hand saw, 1'' spring clamps, sandpaper, scrap wood, wood glue, sandpaper, a tape measure and pencil.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2021/3/25/0/Original_Cassidy_Garcia_Fluted_Table_Step-18.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1616688194321.jpeg)
Cassidy Garcia
![HGTV Editor Liz Gray shows how to make a trendy fluted table in six easy steps using a handful of crafting supplies and tools. To make your own, you will need 60 pieces of 11/16” half-round pine trim, a 12'' tube, a 15'' wood round, matte black spray paint, marble spray paint, white spray paint, clear acrylic spray, a hand saw, 1'' spring clamps, sandpaper, scrap wood, wood glue, sandpaper, a tape measure and pencil.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2021/4/1/0/Original_Liz-Gray-Fluted-Table-Beauty-Not-Cropped.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1617297694333.jpeg)
Liz Gray
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