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Wooden Cable Reel Table with Built-In Ice Bucket by SNC Entertainment
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Wooden Cable Reel Table with Built-In Ice Bucket by SNC Entertainment

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Repurpose an industrial wooden cable reel into a rolling outdoor patio table complete with an integrated beverage ice tub.

Supplies

Reel & Base

Wooden cable spool

1

Swivel caster wheels

4

Wood screws (assorted sizes, for casters, trim band, and brackets)

Wood screws (assorted sizes, for casters, trim band, and brackets)

2 packs

Hardware & Finishing

Galvanized steel tub

1

Black metal trim strip

1

Vertical metal brackets

4

Outdoor wood stain

Outdoor wood stain

1 can

Execution · 5 steps

Step 1 of 5

Mount Caster Wheels

Instructions

Prop the wooden cable reel on wood blocks with a helper present, as reels are heavy and can shift unexpectedly. Attach swivel caster wheels around the bottom flange using screws and a power driver, ensuring each caster is fully seated and tightened before proceeding.

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