materials as well as Tools
Tray table (Ikea has a number of economical options)
Pre-woven cane — fine open cane 1/2” fit together (2’ @ $10.65/foot for 24” width) offered at Bamboo market by mail-order
4 mm glass cut to size
Stain as well as discolor sponge (optional)
Scissors
Step 1
Cane/webbing typically comes rolled up. soak the cane in water for an hour as well as then press flat to dry. when dry, sponge on a discolor or paint in either a latex- or oil-based product, if so desired. The sponge will guarantee that you get into all of the crevices.
Step 2
Measure as well as cut cane. Carefully determine inside the tray tabletop. have the glass cut to this exact same size, or much better yet, take the tray with you, as all the sides may not be completely square. likewise be sure to have the edges polished to ensure that they are not sharp. With sharp scissors, cut the cane to this exact same measurement. (Be sure that your cane is totally dry, as it will shrink in the drying process.)
Step 3
Lay the cane sheet inside the tray tabletop. thoroughly location glass over top of the cane layer. The weight of the glass will flatten the cane.