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SumhDhood t1_j1ynefh wrote

Easiest and cheapest way I can think of is to scrap those legs in favor of some screwed together/laminated 2x4s and a can of spray paint to match the table color.

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No-Awareness-1834 OP t1_j1ynx4w wrote

Would getting a set of wide, sturdy metal feet like this help? Or would that not be sturdy enough in particle board?

https://i.imgur.com/tH6R50Z.jpg

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MelodicCampaign4314 t1_j1zemhq wrote

It’s ikea/ poly board…the issue starts being where it is bolted…honestly get some strong glue /sealant and put it in the joints after you unscrew them and then put it back together…doing much more is a waste you are better just getting a stronger table .

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SumhDhood t1_j1yof5h wrote

Those would probably work great for stability but the requirement for them to be toward the ends of the table for balance might prohibit you from sliding chairs in and out.

Also, not cheap.

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No-Awareness-1834 OP t1_j1yp82k wrote

True, they also have them in an A shape but I could always lift the chairs over the bar if necessary. Either way I’ll probably go for the A shape bars as they’re cheaper. I also probably should’ve specified my idea of the price instead of cheap.

Thank you for the suggestion!

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SumhDhood t1_j1zdbt3 wrote

The A-shaped ones... if they come to a point at the top, you'll probably want some plywood squares(like 1' or more) to help distribute the table weight. I wouldn't trust particle board to hold a table in two places.

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MeisterX t1_j20yrbd wrote

Or "table legs" on Amazon and just bolt those metal bad boys in, jobs done.

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Toad32 t1_j1z1ju1 wrote

This. Remake the legs.

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