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Tempered Hardboard Template A design template is created for the coffee table. From "Freeform Furniture" episode DFFF-113

Host Amy Devers describes the design challenge for the coffee table and makes the design template out of tempered hardboard.

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	Amy creates a template for the surfboard shaped coffee table out of hardboard.
	The finished coffee table is the highlight of the room.
	Here's a bird's-eye view of the coffee table.

Materials:

tempered hardboard
framing square
spring clamps
pencil--carpenters and white chalk
ultra light medium density fiberboard (MDF)
brad nails
flat head screws
double stick tape
razor cutter
high pressure laminate
water-based contact adhesive
latex gloves
cotton sponge roller
ruler
masking tape
brown craft paper

Tools:

band saw or hand-held jig
disc sander
band saw
pneumatic nailer
router
laminate trimmer
J-roller
mallet

Figure A

Tempered Hardboard Template

Note: Tempered hardboard (figure A) is a steam pressed wood product that is commonly used for paneling and partitions. You can purchase a 4 x 8 sheet from a hardware store for approximately $18. It is perfect for a template application because it is inexpensive and easy to work with.

1. Draw the shape on the tempered hardboard. The easiest way to draw the elliptical shape is to divide the hardboard piece into four equal sections. Use the framing square to make sure the lines are 90-degrees and symmetrical to one another.

2. The finished shape should be around four feet long by two feet wide. Measure the distance out and mark it on the corresponding center line.

3. The table ends need to be 12" wide, so measure out 6" on either side of the center line on both ends. The ends will also have a slight curve so you need to measure 5/8" out from the center of both ends to form a curve.

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