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Dealing with the"table" problem

In view of the problem we encountered with the table I have since replaced it with a folding table. This one will fold flat and when the bed is down it is actually underneath the bed. It is a rough softwood table made by Ikea. I stained and varnished it in an attempt to match the rest of the woodwork. I also replaced the chairs with folding ones which take up little space.

 

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Because the board the table is mounted on also folds down and is only secured in the upright position by 2 cabin latches I have used a removeable leg to support the table. This takes all the weight down to the floor and the board is in no danger of being pulled off the side.

 

 

I have also replaced the drawers with a smaller set that do not have to be moved to allow the bed to come down. Unfortunately I could not find drawers of the right size with a finish that matches the other woodwork. (If only I was any good at woodwork I could have made some.)

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When the table is folded down there is much more room.

 

 

With the board and table down and the addition of a couple of large cushions, instant settee! As well as the table now being underneath so are the 2 folding chairs.

This makes the space much more versatile. 4 people can now be seated in comfort when the table is not needed.

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A couple of throwover covers makes the front cabin look a little warmer and protects the grey original cushions underneath.

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