This is my first "finished" project. It is made of 3/4 inch maple, which I purchased from a big box store. I cut the top boards to 38 1/2 inches long and used seven boards (1x6's) for the top. Using the kreg pocket hole tool, some glue and 2 clamps - I was able to easily join the top. This process took several days because I only had 2 clamps and took my time joining 2 boards at one time. The outer edge of the table is mitred 1x2's so the top looks like it is 2 inches thick, but it is only 3/4 of an inch.
The legs are made of four of the 1x4's glued together and cut to 18 inches in length. The base (apron) is made of 1x4's cut to 30 1/2 inches long and attached to the legs using pocket holes / screws and glue - leaving a reveal edge. I also added two 1x2's in the middle of the base for added strength for the top. The top was pocket hole / screwed to the base.
The finish is Generals gel stain in Java colour - two coats. Then I added three coats of gel polyurethane.
