These are really cool, and if you happen to have some simple things laying around, or dont mind just heading down to a local retailer to some things for free, this is a easy table to make and set up.
Check out the pic above, and then head on over to Skyler's site to check them out. Here are the materials needed for this project from Skyler's do it yourself article. As you can see, easy and inexpensive.
Wooden boards- Free if you can get it from scrap piles, pallets, fencing, shipping containers etc. If you buy wood from a hardware store then it will be less than $50 in most cases (and if you have your girlfriend/wife do the asking they might cut it for free :) )
Cloth- Free if you use spare cloth lying around. Just about anything that isn't stretchy will work. If you buy some then I'd expect it to be less than $5 for what you need (maybe half a yard?)
Base table- Wherever you play you'll need a 6' long table. You can also buy a folding 6' table from walmart for about $40 if there aren't any acceptable tables where you play.
Gaming Surface- this could be anything from Frontline gaming mats to a $5 sheet of felt, and is not strictly necessary. The point here is that the board itself is not pretty and you'll probably want something softer and better looking to play on
via Skyler
Hey,
I wanted to share my current WIP: a homemade portable wargaming table.
The design is very simple. A bunch of 4' boards laid down with a total width around 72". Then cloth strips are glued on as hinges so that it can be rolled up.
If anyone wants to learn a bit more about it, I have the basic tutorial up on this blog:
It is still a WIP because I intend to add anchors/guides, drill holes to reduce weight, and add some a buckle+nylon strap to hold the roll closed during transport.
Thanks!
Skyler Hoeft
