In search of a big sand table that doubles as a regular table

[ElizaG]

I'm looking for a sand table, at least 4' long, with a cover that allows it to be used as a regular table.  An indoor/outdoor model would be preferable.  I've hunted around for a while, but the educational suppliers and toy companies only seem to have much smaller ones. 

For example, this picnic table would be ideal, if it were full-sized or even big-kid-sized:

https://www.allroundfun.co.uk/outdoor-play/sand-and-picnic-tables/plum-sand-and-picnic-table

Has anyone seen such a thing for sale?  I've found plans and videos explaining how to DIY, but that's not going to work for us at the moment.  I'm hoping to have this as a surprise gift for Christmas.

 

[prairiewindmomma]

https://www.schoolspecialty.com/childcraft-sand-and-water-table-white-tub-295991?kxconfid=u7avswvjn&source=google&campaignid=(ROI)Shopping-Smart-Furniture-HighMargin&placement=shopping&keyword=&gclid=CjwKCAiAtej9BRAvEiwA0UAWXonLY8sd9BAvayMW7FFKjzcV9YkeLTnxYHgMqkgB3fd2IsGL9aNC3xoC2IkQAvD_BwE
 

Not exactly what you are looking for, but close...

[Lori D.]

Even farther away from converting into a regular table, but it is the size you want: Children's Factory Sensory Table (50"x26" -- but only 24" high)

Maybe this? Sand and Water Table with Lid (46"x17" -- but only 24" high)

Edited November 23, 2020 by Lori D.

[ElizaG]

3 hours ago, Lori D. said:

Even farther away from converting into a regular table, but it is the size you want: Children's Factory Sensory Table (50"x26" -- but only 24" high)

Maybe this? Sand and Water Table with Lid (46"x17" -- but only 24" high)

Thanks to both of you for the suggestions.  I should have specified that the minimum width I’m looking for is 2’.   There are some pretty narrow ones on the market.

The Children’s Factory one above could be used as a table if we came up with a different cover.  But then we’d end up with a large table that’s too short for most of our children.  Still, it might be okay for outdoors.

We don’t plan to use it for water, so maybe one of those dining tables that holds jigsaw puzzles could work, if we applied a sealant.  But I seem to recall those being very pricey.  

[Lori D.]

31 minutes ago, ElizaG said:

... But then we’d end up with a large table that’s too short for most of our children...

Maybe add some table leg extenders???

[ElizaG]

That does seem like the best of the current options, but I don’t entirely trust the risers.  My children seem to have a knack for injuring themselves (or others) when playing around tables.  

Will have to think about this some more.

[Lori D.]

2 hours ago, ElizaG said:

That does seem like the best of the current options, but I don’t entirely trust the risers...

I does seem like DIY would be best for getting exactly what you want. I'm sorry that's not an option for you at the moment.

[kiwik]

Might be easier to find a second hand table the right size and alter it.