Cheap Side Tables (3 Viewers)
- Thread starter Leonard
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Wow! Nice solution. I might have to do this as well. I'm working on a cup holder "delete" for my in rail cup holder system.
FDLmold
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I have two of these:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B077MLYPKZ/
Probably the same thing. They drop to $35 every once in a while and that is when I buy them. The $31 from Walmart is a nice price.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B077MLYPKZ/
Probably the same thing. They drop to $35 every once in a while and that is when I buy them. The $31 from Walmart is a nice price.
FDLmold
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Using mine now as an end table.
justsomedude
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I was just about to post a new thread about cheap side tables / drink carts, and saw this so I figured I'd just add to it.
I bought these a couple of weeks ago, but just got the time to route out the cupholder holes today:
Furinno Turn-N-Tube Side Tables
The panels are only 1/2" MDF, so it's much lighter weight (and probably less durable) then the other option posted in here. So keep that in mind. But I just liked the 2 added horizontal panels for additional storage (phones, chargers, etc), which is why I went with these.
I'm a little bummed the price is now $32, as they were $26 when I ordered them. Weird.
I'll probably wait until they go back to $26 and snag a few more...
I bought these a couple of weeks ago, but just got the time to route out the cupholder holes today:
Furinno Turn-N-Tube Side Tables
The panels are only 1/2" MDF, so it's much lighter weight (and probably less durable) then the other option posted in here. So keep that in mind. But I just liked the 2 added horizontal panels for additional storage (phones, chargers, etc), which is why I went with these.
I'm a little bummed the price is now $32, as they were $26 when I ordered them. Weird.
I'll probably wait until they go back to $26 and snag a few more...
Jake14mw
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I like the color. Are the legs plastic or metal. That extra shelf is nice too. Is the table size really 12x20"? My current cheap tables are 16" square, and I think they are too big.
justsomedude
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Legs are plastic. Dimensions are correct.12” wide by 19.5” long. And I think 24” high.
They are very light weight. I wouldn’t put more than drinks and phones on them. I definitely wouldn’t lean full body weight on them, or put a full birdcage of chips on them.
They are for drinks, and not much more.
Really easy to make. If you can make a table you churn these out no problem.
justsomedude
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I have... and have a huge build thread on them. But for $26, and no labor required (and no tools needed - everything hand tightens) these beauties have won me over.
Jake14mw
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I love this thread. I don't put cupholders in the rail of my tables. My first two tables have swingout cupholders. Some people use them, some don't. Regardless, it's nice to have side tables for a snack plate. My current side tables are 16" square. I think they are too big. I ordered one of these: https://www.walmart.com/ip/C-Shaped...-Table-Laptop-Desk-Modern-Furniture/558611043.
Now that's cheap! I'm going to experiment with it at our next game. I'm thinking it might get used more because it's so small. It's only 8 1/2 x 12". Basically experimenting with the size, and not having wheels. I'd love to hear from others about what they think the perfect size is.
Now that's cheap! I'm going to experiment with it at our next game. I'm thinking it might get used more because it's so small. It's only 8 1/2 x 12". Basically experimenting with the size, and not having wheels. I'd love to hear from others about what they think the perfect size is.
justsomedude
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The Furinno black/espresso has dropped to $22 on Amazon. Insanely cheap for a drink cart...
link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07TGLQBST/ref=ask_ql_qh_dp_hza?th=1
link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07TGLQBST/ref=ask_ql_qh_dp_hza?th=1
justsomedude
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And... already back up to $34. Lame. 
So I actually picked these up from amazon. And found a couple of them from the ‘amazon warehouse’ seller for $18 shipped. They were in either ‘like new’ or ‘good’ condition. Can’t go wrong either way for 18 bucks. I bet if you keep a look out more will be available from there soon enough.And... already back up to $34. Lame.
Dammit. Was gunna buy 4 lolAnd... already back up to $34. Lame.
OnlyForHoldem
Sitting Out
Looks like they are currently only available in all black.
justsomedude
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I noticed that. I’m guessing just another product affected by Chinese New Year / Coronavirus.
With everything going on right now it will probably be a few months before the gray is back in stock.
WedgeRock
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I like the extra shelf... good place for keys, or charging phones if you're near enough to an outlet and/or the table has a USB hub.
@Boother36 made some cool tables similar to these in his workshop. Tagging him so he can see the added shelf and maybe incorporate them into later plans.
@Boother36 made some cool tables similar to these in his workshop. Tagging him so he can see the added shelf and maybe incorporate them into later plans.
bumpin an old one to say i still grab these from time to time if there is a good deal in amazon warehouse. Just got a few but have to return one that was basically destroyed.
Don't mind if they are a little beat up though since I add in some cup holders and use left over table supplies top cover the top.
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brains613
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They are also currently ~$28 with or without casters, depending on color. I've been thinking about getting a couple. but I don't think I have quite enough space. Still might, just for the end seats.
FWIW these are on sale again for ~$24 on Amazon. Just picked a couple up to try them out.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TGLQBST?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&ref_=chk_typ_imgToDp&th=1
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TGLQBST?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&ref_=chk_typ_imgToDp&th=1
TonZaga
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What do we think about cup holder positioning on these? I'm going with jumbo without drain holes so moisture/drip to lower levels not an issue.
makemake78
High Hand
For cup holder placement, do you prefer how you placed them on the left or right table in your top picture? We are about to assemble ours.
TonZaga
Straight
I went with the cup holders towards the front so there's nothing obstructing the smaller shelf (cell phones, chargers, e-cigs, etc.)
Casters or no casters? They look so light they’d probably be easy to move around. Lmk
kach33
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I’m not sure how long it will last but I just picked 5 of these up for under $18 each
Limited-time deal: Furinno Turn-N-Tube C Shaped Side Table with Casters, French Oak Grey/Black https://a.co/d/cwOjd5I
rebels9999
High Hand
Are you happy with these? These are still on sale around $19 each. Worth it?
kach33
High Hand
I haven’t actually used them yet but I’m happy with them as of now. I’ll have a better opinion next Friday after our game but as of right now I think they’ll be fine for what I need.
They’re not the most solid or sturdy piece of furniture but for the price they’re hard to beat, they’ll just be holding a couple drinks and an ashtray or phone. I cut holes into the top and dropped a couple cup holders into each. We have been using folding tv trays which work fine but these look nicer and roll which is nice. I think for the price they’re worth it
rebels9999
High Hand
In case anyone else is curious, I did buy these tables and used a 3 5/8 hole saw to install my 3.5” jumbo drop in cup holders.
The tables are what you would expect for less than $20 a table. They are plenty sturdy for the price and the locking wheels (2 out of the 4) seem to get the job done well enough.
My biggest gripe (and you can learn from my mistake) is that the veneer is so thin even painters tape will rip it off if you are not careful. I used painters tape over where I was going to drill the hole in an effort to prevent veneer tear out.
Well, the tape pulled off some veneer anyway so I would just recommend you either try without it or don’t let the tape go all the way to the edge of the table. Most of my veneer issues are on the edges of the table where the veneer meets the edge banding. It is just too flimsy and thin to stand up to much punishment. 2 out of the 5 ripped veneer even when I was trying to be very careful.
I plan to get a touch up marker and try that. Either way for less than $100 for 5 tables, I can’t really complain too much. You get what you pay for. Just take it easy and yours should be in better shape than mine.
The tables are what you would expect for less than $20 a table. They are plenty sturdy for the price and the locking wheels (2 out of the 4) seem to get the job done well enough.
My biggest gripe (and you can learn from my mistake) is that the veneer is so thin even painters tape will rip it off if you are not careful. I used painters tape over where I was going to drill the hole in an effort to prevent veneer tear out.
Well, the tape pulled off some veneer anyway so I would just recommend you either try without it or don’t let the tape go all the way to the edge of the table. Most of my veneer issues are on the edges of the table where the veneer meets the edge banding. It is just too flimsy and thin to stand up to much punishment. 2 out of the 5 ripped veneer even when I was trying to be very careful.
I plan to get a touch up marker and try that. Either way for less than $100 for 5 tables, I can’t really complain too much. You get what you pay for. Just take it easy and yours should be in better shape than mine.
TonZaga
Straight
My only gripe with these are my tops are warped in spots from drinks sweating that weren't in the cup holders because it's just particle board
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