How to MIG Weld a Glass Coffee Table [Guide] | HobartWelders

How to MIG Weld a Glass Coffee Table [Guide]

Follow step-by-step instructions on how to create a coffee table using your favorite Hobart® welder.

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Tools and Materials Needed:

  • Hobart® Multi-Handler™ 200 multiprocess welder
  • 2 – 1” x 2” x 14GA tube 37” (Top frame)
  • 2 – 1” x 2” x 14GA tube 17” (Top frame)
  • 4 – 1.5” x 1.5” x 14GA tube 18” (Legs)
  • 2 – 1” x 1” x 14GA tube 37” (Bottom frame)
  • 2 – 1” x 1” x 14GA tube 17” (Bottom frame)
  • Metal saw or cut-off wheels
  • Grinder (4 ½”)
  • Flap wheel
  • Paint marker
  • Magnets
  • Framing square 

*Tools used in building but not required 

Material Dimensions:

coffee table blueprint

Steps:

step 1
Measure and cut metal tubing.
step 2
Clean steel to remove rust.
step 3
Center side steel tubing to corner tubing and weld.

step 4
Weld all four table sides together to build frame.
step 5
Add caps to corner tubing and flatten tops.
step 6
Roll arches into accent steel tubing.
step 7
Clamp and hammer each end of the accent steel tubing until desired height is achieved.
 
step 8
Tack weld arched steel to base.
If desired look is achieved, finish welding. If adjustments need to be made, cut tack weld, make changes and finish welding.

step 9
Paint table base, then place and secure glass top.
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