Introduction
Watch an overview video
Step 1
Tools and Materials
- Tablecloths
- Bar stools
- Sofa table
- Folding banquet table
- Ottomans
- Wooden pallet
- Legs made with hardware
- Circular saw
- Electric drill
- Wood screws
- Sandpaper
- Decorative pillows
- Round folding tables
- Armless folding chairs
- Rugs
- Battery-operated wall lights
- LED pillar candles
Step 2
Tips for Reusing a Room
- Protect the floor with rugs.
- Cover the sofa table with a tablecloth and add bar stools.
- Place a long folding banquet table in front of the sofa to create a banquette.
- Build a simple wooden pallet bench for extra seating.
- Arrange round folding tables with armless folding chairs.
- Hang battery-powered wall mount lights.
- Illuminate tables with LED pillar candles.
Pro Tip
Maximize seating for holiday dinners by repurposing a room effectively. For the pallet bench: Cut the pallet to 15-18 inches long while keeping the full 40-inch width; lightly sand it, attach leg hardware, and screw in legs for an 18-20 inch height. Top with holiday-themed pillows for cushions. Round tables accommodate more guests than long ones.
