Starting cigar band table project...

[Bu11dog]

I'm going to turn a grill/tailgate type table into a cigar table. Problem is that the charcoal grill heats up quite a bit not to mention when it is in direct sunlight the table gets pretty hot. Is there any kind of high temp spray paint/laquer type material that can be applied once the bands are glued down? I guess that also leads to the next question of what type of glue should I use to glue them down due to the potential heat?

 

[kann]

Good thread. I'm about stocked enough now to revisit my project, as well. I'm still deciding on whether I should do the bar top downstairs or a Telecaster body (which was my original intention). I am going to clear coat the bar top, if that's what I choose to band-up. I've had some suggestions, but I want a thick and glass-smooth top, not contoured to the bands, even if subtly.

 

[Devil Doc]

Google Decoupage. That's the technical term for what you're doing. I don't know if it'll help you with the heat issue, though.

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[Kid Montana]

You'll want some sort of UV blocking coating to prevent the fading.

 

[Bu11dog]

Thanks guys, good ideas. The UV coating would definitely help since it will be used outside and then stored away each time. The heat issue is the tough one. I may make one side of the table cigar bands and the side closest to the heat source use stickers from knife companies/makers. That would solve the heat issue anyway.