I have created a new layout for the living room of my townhouse. It is 6 feet by 8 feet.
I did not use tradition framework construction, as I wanted to see what I could do with materials I had on hand from parts of old layouts.
This layout sits 20" high, and fits perfectly in the living room area. The height is perfect for viewing and operating from the sofas or other seats. Also, the highest structure does not obstruct any views of the big screen tv.
I used an old 6x8 frame, and I had some 1x6x10 boards I used as a base platform. On the 5 1x6's, I had some 1/4" ply laid down. I then glues 2" thick pink foam.
After everything was in place I painted one coat of interior flat latex green paint. I found a gallon for $5 in the retruns area of Home Depot.
The legs are decorative table legs I bought from Lowe's.
I did end up using Woodland Scenics spring grass mat.
The 1x6's I had were used as fascia.
I also had some hard foam trim that I used around the interior of the table.
Finally, I stained everything to give it a finished, yet rustic look like I like and fits with my general decor.
I just got done laying down the Fastrack I already own.
The very last picture is a test sample of some Fastrack I weathered to cut down on the overabundance of the plastic grey.
Next up: wiring things up.
All I bought for this construction was the 4 legs, the paint, and the stain. The rest I had on hand
