We shortened the length of the table to 5 1/2 feet. Took me bits and pieces of 3 weeks to build working around rain days and napping children.
Around $80 in materials, not counting the new orbital sander (which I wanted for a while).
Looking forward to building 2 benches next month. A sturdy table for my family of 7. (Including 3 boys!!!)
This was my first project. I see the flaws, but overall, I'm very happy. I built mostly myself, but hubby had to help with the hauling indoors/outdoors, kids held wood while I used the saw, stood on boards while I attached. It was fun for all of us and we are thrilled with the results. Even the scratch in the tabletop photo below was done by my 2 yr old and I call that his little touch!
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$80
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Formby's light walnut stain (found in my basement)
applied, wait 5 min, and wiped off
Minwax Fast Drying Polyurethane in semi-gloss
(2 coats on base, 4 on table top)
applied, wait 5 min, and wiped off
Minwax Fast Drying Polyurethane in semi-gloss
(2 coats on base, 4 on table top)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner