This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Elmer’s ProBond Advanced for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.
The official day of summer may not be here yet, but with school now out…it is summer! What does the start of summer signify to you? To me it means less stress and more carefree fun! In our home, carefree means outdoors! My hubby and I worked together to create this DIY Beverage Center from an old door!
I knew exactly what I wanted to create when asked to team up with Elmer's ProBond Advanced. This product is amazing. It is meant for mixed media use. In my case, I was bonding wood to metal. You can also bond glass to concrete or ceramic to drywall with out that messy residue often left behind by other polyurethane glues. This is not meant for wood to wood applications. Elmer's Wood Glue is used for that purpose.
Visit the Elmer's site to read all about it!
Check out this quick 30 second video to see it in action! This is strong stuff!
I purchased this old door for I believe $5 over a year ago at a thrift store. It has had a home in this corner as a plate hanger for decoration. Now it is a beverage station for our screened porch!
As you can see, I had to do quite a bit of scraping and sanding to get a paintable surface.
Materials Used
Elmer’s ProBond
Elmer’s Woods Glue
Old Door
2 scrap boards for shelf in 2 different widths
4 shelf brackets in 2 different sizes
2 outdoor porch spindles
Wood screws
Basic tools
Creamy white outdoor spray paint
Pale blue outdoor paint and primer in one
wine glass rack
*Home improvement center will cut wood for you and spindles
We positioned where we wanted the 2 shelf brackets to go using the larger of the two since this will be the larger serving shelf. We leveled the location for the brackets and attached them to the door with wood screws using a drill. We really could have ditched the drill and wood screws here! Elmer's ProBond Advanced is so strong that it would have easily supported these shelves! Next, we attached the shelf to the brackets with the Elmer's ProBond. We clamped it to dry and set up.
Just add the Elmer's ProBond glue, clamp and relax!
Before gluing the upper shelf, I had previously attached a metal wine glass rack to the underside of the upper shelf. I let it set up while we did other things around the house. After it had dried and set up thoroughly, we followed the same procedure for attaching the upper shelf as we did for the lower using the 2 smaller brackets. Then we took off for a few hours to run a few errands.
Elmer's ProBond Advanced dries to a translucent paintable waterproof finish! It is heavy-duty with no foam residue!
The legs were attached with screw counter sunk through the bottom shelf. For added stability with kids around, we did secure it to the brick wall behind with a cement screw in the brick. A hook was attached to the backside of the door and secured to the cement screw with wire.
I love how I can see no residue from the Elmer's ProBond Advanced! The beverage station is all set up for entertaining. I just need to add sodas and water to the metal ice bucket filled with ice. Notice we attached a bottle opener to the side of the door. A small jar is directly underneath to place caps.
We are actually having friends over for a cookout Saturday night. I can't wait to use this beverage station then! Next week I'll share other resources with you from the station!
Looking for more inspiration? Check out this Mixed Materials Pinterest board with other DIY projects using Elmer's ProBond!
Happy Summer!
Link Parties that OSH parties at on occasion! Sunday: DIY Show Off Monday: Between Naps on the Porch, Home Storis A to Z Tuesday: Not Just A Housewife, The Scoop at Cedar Hill Farmhouse and Inspire Me Party at A Stroll Thru Life, Setting for Four – Project Inspire{d}, My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia Wednesday: Savvy Southern Style Thursday: My Repurposed Life, From My Front Porch to Yours, Home and Garden Thursday at A Delightsome Life ,No Minimalist Here , Imparting Grace Friday: French Country Cottage, Miss Mustard Seed Furniture Friday, Common Ground, The Charm of Home, Rooted in Thyme, Imparting Grace, Keep Calm and Link Up, My Romantic Home – Show and Tell Friday, Craftberry Bush – Inspiration Gallery Friday, SnapCreativity – Show and Tell, Tatertots and Jello
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Portella says
That’s exactly what you need in summer! Well done.
Christy says
Thanks!
Susan Homeroad says
I just love your beverage station… I’ve been wanting to build one for a long time. I have the door and the legs. That Pro Bond looks awesome!
Christy says
This was a sponsored post. The company asked me to do a project using their product. You could add a flat base to the bottom.
Kristi says
SO. IN. LOVE with this charming beverage station! I can’t wait to share it tomorrow morning with my favorite Summer projects! I would love for you to swing by and check it out at http://www.makingitinthemountains.com. Wishing you SUCH a lovely long weekend Christy!
Christy says
Kristi,
Thank you so very much! So excited to have discovered your beautiful blog. I pinned the “25” graphic several times for you as well!!! ~Christy
Kristi says
Thank you SO much Christy!!!
Brenda says
Love your beverage table. What is the color name and brand? Thanks
Christy says
Thanks so much! It is Sherwin Williams color is 6213. I had it mixed at Lowes in Valspar. The post on this paint is here: https://www.oursouthernhomesc.com/2013/05/painting_outdoor_furniture.html
Heather says
Soooooo stunning Christie!! I\’m smitten with the addition of the wine glass holder too! I’m on my way over for a glass of pinot to catch up and visit right now lol!!! Thanks so much for sharing at the Fun in the Sun Linky Party! I featured you today! (I couldn’t leave the link to the post – it said it wouldn’t accept my comment with the url here) xo Heather
Christy says
Thanks so much!!! You are just so sweet. That was such a fun party! That is crazy on the link thing. I’ve never had that happen before! Any suggestions so people can get to me? ~Christy
Donna Gray says
Christy, I absolutely love this. I need a shelf to put a small wireless tv on our back porch. This beverage station door will do the trick. TV on top shelf, small refrigerator in between spindle legs and under counter top is perfect. I have several old doors and I am starting on this tonight
Christy says
Thanks so much! Wow! You have a plan. Your idea sounds perfect! Please share a photo when you are finished!!!! I can’t wait! ~Christy
Pamela says
Turned out awesome Christy! Thanx for sharing at THT.
Mary Beth says
Christy!!!!! This is absolutely awesome. Can you please share some of your creativity with me? Love it!
p.s. I also had no idea this glue existed or that it was so versatile. I need to get some this weekend. Thanks for linking up to our Fun in the Sun Hop.
Shirley says
Now that is one of the nicest door transformations that I have ever seen and believe me I have seen a lot of them. Very well done!!
Christy says
Oh my goodness, thank you so very much!!! We are loving it! Have a great summer! ~Christy
Barbara from 21 Rosemary Lane says
Wow what a fabulous idea!!! And I just happen to have an old door i recently salvaged from the side of the road and a screened in porch! OK you have my wheels turning…thank you so much for sharing your wonderful tutorial!
XO Barbara
Christy says
Thanks so much, Barbara! Sounds like you scored a fabulous find!!! Happy creating and thanks for stopping by! ~Christy
Chubby N Chieque says
You really done an awesome DIY job, Christy!
I have a door under the open porch and your project give me a motivation to do one.
TY for sharing.
Christy says
Thanks so much! Have fun creating! ~Christy
Miss Kitty says
Thanks for sharing how you made this great beverage station without a lot of sawing and drilling (things I tend to shy away from when doing a DIY). I have seen this Elmer’s glue but have not tried it before but I surely will get some next time I run across it in a store after seeing your project. Congratulations for being featured over a “A Stroll Thru LIfe’s” blog party.
Emily says
Beautiful! Love it! We would love for you to come and link up with us at Your Designs This Time! http://elizabethjoandesigns.com/2014/06/designs-time-no-14/
Audrey Zumwalt says
Turned our really nice. Thanks for the tip on the glue. I bought some today and anxious to try it.
Where did you get the rack for the wine glasses? They look nice, but likely could make some out of wood. I have the old door and eager to make one.
Audrey Z. @ Timeless Treasures
Christy says
Thanks so much! Excited for your project! I purchased the wine glass rack on Amazon for I believe $12! The glue really affixes it permanently! Let me know if you need more help! Christy
Megan says
What a great upcycle! I have a beverage station on my back porch that is so handy. We use it all the time, but it isn’t this cute! Now I am feeling inspired to spruce it up a bit!
Christy says
Thanks so much! Great thing about DIY….we can always add and change things up! Would love to see what you do! Christy
Melinda says
Stopping by from Feathered Nest Friday link party. This turned out great! I would use this indoors and outdoors. Great job! Can’t wait to see your next project. Have a great weekend.
Christy says
Thanks bunches!!! Happy summer! ~Christy
Christina says
I love this so much!! I have an old door lying around, and this would be the perfect thing to do with it. (I adore the turquoise colour you chose too.) Thanks for sharing! (If you want to, I’d love for you to link this project up to Motivational Monday: http://thediymommy.com/motivational-monday-2/)
Christy says
Thanks so much, Christina! I’ll check out the party!! ~Christy
Marty says
This is totally amazing. I love this idea.
Christy says
Thanks so much, Marty!!! Happy summer! ~Christy
Liz says
Wow that is such a clever idea using the door that way- it’s fabulous!
Christy says
Thanks, Liz!!! We are so enjoying summer fun with it!! ~Christy
Marie says
Christy I love your outdoor beverage station made from an old door. It’s so pretty and functional! I would love it if you shared it over at the DIY Sunday Showcase Party (http://www.interiorfrugalista.com/2014/05/diy-greenhouses-for-raised-garden-beds.html) . Have a great week!
Marie says
Sorry, I gave you the wrong link…
http://www.interiorfrugalista.com/2014/06/diy-sunday-showcase-party-and-features.html
Christy says
Thanks!!! Got it!
Christy says
Thanks so much, Marie!! I’ll check out the party! ~Christy
Kimm at Reinvented says
Oh my goodness, I love this SO MUCH! The color is beautiful. Now to convince the husband that we neeeed one of these. 🙂
Christy says
Thanks so much, Kim! Love the unique vintage feel it brings to our porch!~Christy
Christy says
This is gorgeous, Christy!! XO
Christy says
Thanks, Christy! One of my favorite projects!!! ~Christy
Jen says
I love it, Christy! Such a great project, and beautiful photos!
Christy says
Thanks, Jen! We are having a wonderful time using it! ~Christy
Debbie refresh resytle says
Love it! I can lots of refreshing drinks on your patio 🙂
Debbie
Christy says
Thanks, Debbie! Wish you could easily stop by for a cocktail! XXOO Christy
Michelle says
Christy, that beverage station is too cute! And thanks for the glue info.
Christy says
Thanks, Michelle! It was my first time using and so extremely impressed with the holding power!!! ~Christy
Kathy, Petticoat Junktion says
Christy, What a great idea. I want to come over and sit on the patio with you! I have a project in mind for Elmer’s ProBond Advanced. Thanks for the inspiration.
Shanna Gilbert says
This turned out gorgeous Christy! Such a cute idea! I love the color you chose!
Pat says
Wow! That turned out so cute! You and hubby did a great job! I’m pinning this to my repurposed board!
Paula says
What a clever use for this old door! I haven’t heard of Elmer’s ProBond Advanced and will look for it the next time I’m out shopping. It sounds like a product that I’d use over and over for projects. Be sure to take pictures of your beverage station in use during your cookout. I know your friends are going to love it.