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Turn castoffs into pretty pieces you’ll love and actually use. Here are some simple how-tos from HGTV Magazine to get your creative ideas flowing.

By Jessica Dodell-Feder
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Filed under: How To, Decorating

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Turn a Table Into a Bench

An ordinary coffee table is remade into a cute bench in this DIY project. Paint the table’s legs and sides. Use spray mount or hot glue to adhere a 3-inch-thick piece of high-density foam to a 1/2-inch-thick piece of plywood, both cut the same size as the tabletop. Wrap a piece of batting tightly around the plywood and foam, then using a staple gun, fasten it to the underside of the plywood. Remember: To make sure your new bench will be safe for sitting, choose a sturdy table that won’t collapse if you put weight on it.