How To Build And Decorate A Tree Trunk Coffee Table

Once you’ve prepped the log to your liking (size, shape and surface), place a clear coat of polyurethane over the log for a smooth finish. Then let it completely dry.

Can you use a tree stump as a coffee table?

Pick a stimp that is the right shape, size and color for your space. Sand down the sides or edges for your preferred aesthetic.
When you properly treat your tree trunks, you won’t have to worry about pests and bugs invading your home.
If you’re looking to support small businesses, you can find unique tree trunk coffee tables on Etsy. Or you might live somewhere you can find a local woodworker. Local thrift stores might carry tree trunk coffee tables if you’re looking to shop on a budget. 

How do you treat a tree trunk for a table?

You don’t have to limit yourself to only making a tree stump coffee table. You can use wood logs to make most types of furniture, including:

Find a little corner and pair it up with a chair. Or place this coffee table by your bedside or sofa. And stage it with a few accessories.

• Western Red Cedar
• Redwood
• Oak

You can find stumps from fallen and broken trees if you don’t want to cut a tree down.

How do you smooth out a tree stump?

So if you are looking for an inexpensive side table with a rustic feel then this project is for you.

What else can you make out of tree trunks?

Smoothing out the tree trunk is another critical part of preserving it. 

• Chairs
• Bed Frames
• Couches
• Garden Beds
• Walkways
• Benches
• Stools
• Side Table

Furniture doesn’t have to be expensive. Especially if you use what nature gives you to make something like a tree trunk coffee table. Using natural branches and other parts of trees are trending in the world of home decor.

Materials For a Tree Trunk Coffee Table:

The casters are great to easily move coffee tables around the house when rearranging your furniture or moving. But, you could also use a set of small dowel legs if you want a different aesthetic.

• Tree trunk or one large stump (cut to size)
• 3 swivel casters, one with a lock
• Screws
• Drill
• Sander, sanding block or sandpaper
• Clear polyurethane
• Paint brush

How to Build a Tree Trunk Coffee Table:

Step 1: Prepare the tree trunk

If you treat it correctly, preserved tree stump coffee tables will last for decades.

The rings of wood on the top really attracts the eye. So, you may want to keep part of this visible because it is definitely an eye catching part of wood log projects. Keep in mind that this finished product may be heavy based on the density of your wood and how large the stump is.

Step 2: Coat of polyurethane 

Another factor to consider is the type of wood you use for your stump. Some woods break down faster than others. So, if you want a long lasting, preserved tree trunk, the best types of wood to use for coffee tables are:

Step 3: Mark spots for wheels

These are more hardy types of woods that will last a long time. 

Step 4: Attach the casters. And viola.

Rustic is a raw and natural look. And stumps automatically have a rustic style because they are trees. Follow the instructions for this project to properly prep, treat, and create a rustic stump table.
Screw the casters in place and your project is complete.
Now, if you want to create this look without access to your own land, you can always go to your local lumberyards. 
The best way to treat tree trunks is to first let it dry out completely. If you’re using fresh cut wood, this can take up to six months.
Tree stumps are popular tables in many homes because of their rustic look and natural elements. Many people still cut wood for their fireplaces to heat their homes. And they will use the stumps for coffee tables.

Bring the outdoors inside with this tree trunk coffee table project. It’s an excellent natural element that adds style and nature to your home.
You could use logs to build a home if you wanted to. As you can see, wood is a versatile but finite material you can use to make just about anything.
Make sure you remove all the bark and sand it with sandpaper until it’s very smooth.

Conclusion

Which is great because you can make rustic coffee tables for your living space for next to nothing. This cool coffee table requires just a few materials that you may already have on hand, a set of casters and your time.