Cup holders for poker tables?
I have an octagon shaped poker table but sometimes it just isn't big enough so I am going to make a 10-12 person poker table top this weekend.
I have everything (sort of) planned out in my head except for cup holders. I know that is probably going to be the biggest bitch of all, but if possible I would like to install them.
Does anyone know where I can buy cupholders to drop in the holes once cut?
Next problem is that I would need to buy one of those special hole cutting drill bits the exact size of the cup holders..There is no way I am going to cut out 10-12 holes using a jig saw!
Bill
I have everything (sort of) planned out in my head except for cup holders. I know that is probably going to be the biggest bitch of all, but if possible I would like to install them.
Does anyone know where I can buy cupholders to drop in the holes once cut?
Next problem is that I would need to buy one of those special hole cutting drill bits the exact size of the cup holders..There is no way I am going to cut out 10-12 holes using a jig saw!
Bill
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Bryan
I am now going to home depot to buy the plywood and see if they have the tabletop foam. I'll keep you posted and add some pics once I start..
Check out that website I posted. They have padding for under the felt, they have felt, they have soft and rubber padding for the table edge etc etc.
and the brushes!
Thanks for the help..
Please let us know how it goes, and you should take pictures as you get along in the project.
hehe
Day 1: some tears, some bleeding (picture)
that'll be me.
I bought mine(just plain black) for about $1.50 each, and they are worth EVERY penny.
The best way to cut the holes is with a forstner bit. Lee Valley has them. they are not the cheapest, but they are the best for this project. Just make sure you let the bit cool off between holes. Also, you will need a drill with a 1/2" chuck I believe. Don't even dream about using a cordless drill!
Mine turned out great!
1. Drinks get in the way of dealing/playing.
2. I don't want drinks at my fancy poker table that I spent 1.e+343893 hours building!
I use TV tables spread around the outside of the chairs so people can put their drinks/snacks on those.
The only thing I've been searching for is an old fashioned colored glass hanging light for above my poker table. Has anyone come across a place that sells these? I'd like one with the card suits on them...
Something like:
But poker/card themed.
It is about 4" deep so there is no chance of spilling a drink sitting in one of these babies!
But on the other hand I like the pricing of Jeremy's R/V cup holders better since I will need 12 of these.($60)
Jeremy, what is a forstner bit and what/where is a Lee Valley?
I went to Canadian tire and they sell 3.5" drill saw bits but it was $25 plus the attachment to connect it to your drill was another $12! I am going to check if the home depot rents them.
Pretty much a woodworking store. They have 2 in Toronto, I believe. Toronto west store is on Steeles avenue in Weston (Close to Pine Valley and the 407)
I get their catalogues sent to me. It's one of my father-in-law's (master woodworker) favourite stores.
hork.
It sits on 4 legs from IKEA, I think they were 9 or 10 dollars for a set of two legs.
Total cost was less than $150. I don't have an exact amount.
Lee Valley. I should have said 'saw tooth bits' but they are very similar to forstner bits, anyway you will see what I am talking about.
http://www.leevalley.com/wood/page.asp?SID=&ccurrency=1&page=42245&category=1,180,42240
I only see red x's, is it just me?
I am interested to see and know how you made the rail.
It looks like I am going to be scrapping the cup holder idea since none of my buddies have the tools for me to borrow, and I am not paying $100 for tools and cup holders. Also I am concerned with space when 12 players are at the table.
Maybe I'll just put in one for me.
Next bitch is finding the proper foam. I went to home depot and the foam under padding they had was paper thin. I'll try another carpet place soon..
You need fairly thick foam, like I think I used 2 or 3 inch foam you can get it at a fabric store. I got mine at lens mill.
What you do is cut the foam oversized, then cover it with the vinyl. If you have ever done upholstry before, it is basically the same. The curved pieces should be done in sections, using a band of vinyl to cover the joints.
I will take some pictures to show you what i mean in the next few days if you want. Let me know.
hork.
Yes please post picks and explain it to me like I'm 10yrs old, I do not understand what you are telling me so far. This is going to be one of the very few things I have ever built in my life.
I'm a lover not a builder/fixer.. 8) Remember that I bought an suv to hold one end of the plywood while cutting it.
I still only see red x's, but they are nice x's.
http://www.geocities.com/pokerplayeraa2000/poker/poker1.jpg
http://www.geocities.com/pokerplayeraa2000/poker/poker2.jpg
http://www.geocities.com/pokerplayeraa2000/poker/poker3.jpg
Nope that didn't work for me either. :x
If you copy and paste those url's in a new window, that worked for me.
My table will definitely not look that good..I have to go lie down now, I am suddenly very tired...
What size thickness should I be getting the foam in? I was thinking about a 1/4" but perhaps this is too thick?
How long did this take if you add it all up?
#2 The foam will need to be at LEAST 2" thick
#3 It is complete, and has many a game played on it
#4 I will take/post pics of the final product on the weekend(my camera is on loan to someone)
#5 Actual work time -+6 hours start to finish
Gathering of material adds another chunk of time, depending on your location.
We had two guys working on it, and we made a table each. This speeded things up a ittle, but also took longer, because we made a template for each piece of wood/foam/vinyl. So, if anyone likes the final product and would like to BUY one, are you crazy! This is a labour of love!
:shock:
I Bought the plans from ebay, and have offered them to Sloth as a prize for something down the road. So maybe you will get them!
It went pretty quickly for us, but we have experience with woodworking and upholstery. On the other hand, it is simpler than it seems, and anyone should be able to produce a table should they choose to put in the time and effort! Do not be afraid!
wooo