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How about plastidip. You can paint it on or spray it on and you can get it at most hardware stores or online... http://www.toolorbit.com/Brand/Performix/Performix-18Z03-6.html

Also the Eames' had huge government support for research and funding. The resulting molded plywood technology they developed came out of research for splints. See http://www.flickr.com/photos/11438926@N00/1227886785/in/set-72157601647358049/ if you want to see one. More important is the question about how design is understood. Target and Martha MSLO are both design houses that have a democratic audiance, but much of there products are manufactured abroad. Where is the support for products and designs from the USA. ID MAG had a great article about this earlier in the year. Check it out at http://www.id-mag.com/article/turning-tables

Have you been around the Chicago Furniture District. There are a number of stores there that will customize a table to any size you like. Sawbridge Studios is at 153 W Ohio and Cambium (www.cambiumhome.com 312-832-9920) is at 119 W Hubbard.

This weekend (Happy Valentine's Day) there is a bed sale at Cambium on Hubbard (113-199 W Hubbard). They design custom furniture and kitchens, so they can make just about anything. Stop in between Thursday the 14th and Sat the 16th for 30% off a custom bed that will fit your matress and your style. Check out details of the sale at www.cambiumhome.com and best of luck!