Fire Pit Bench
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Modified the plans slightly to make a bigger bench, especially on one end. Added rope lights underneath for a cool effect.
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Modified the plans slightly to make a bigger bench, especially on one end. Added rope lights underneath for a cool effect.
Okay, I didn't use the Factory Cart Coffee Table plan for my version, but since mine was inspired by the same piece as the Factory Cart Coffee Table, I decided to brag.
As is the case with all my projects, I used 100% "rescued" materials (salvage, leftovers from someone else's project, garage sales, dumpsters, curbside, etc). Wood, hardware, wheel and castors, glass, glue, finishes- all of it.
Tue, 01/17/2012 - 08:46
Where did you find the big wheel? That is sooooo cool!
Fri, 01/20/2012 - 21:53
Really nice. I actually like the way you painted the Simpson galvanized hangers black. I would like to know the same as Pam the Goatherd. Where did you get the big wheel?
In reply to Factory Cart Coffee Table. by Martha Jones DW
Fri, 01/20/2012 - 23:24
Got the wheel from a guy about 5 miles from here with a few acres packed full of all kinds of stuff. It's basically a junk yard for everything besides cars. Lots of super cool industrial-type stuff. Pretty tragic, really, since most of the stuff sits exposed to the elements year round. Anyway, I make sure my Tetanus shot is up-to-date, throw a few tools in my jacket, and go digging. I've scored a few times there. If you're near Battle Ground, WA let me know and I'll give you directions and the name of the dog that guards the joint in case you happen upon him.
In reply to Wheel by east fork spring
Sat, 01/21/2012 - 19:26
Luky!Only other place i would have to go home to the Bronx and find this item in one of the junk stores.
Thank you for the kind offer, unfortunately I'm in Maryland. Only good thing comes out of this is the Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival the weekend of mothers day in May.
We ended up going with 4 2x12's for the table top and used 2x6's for the bread boards.
This project was a blast to build!!!! I modified the fire truck loft bed by changing a few of the exterior accent pieces. I also built it to fit a full mattress in stead of the planned twin. I did this by adding additional slates for support. I just recently was able to finish it completely when i found someone who could make the decals. Hope you all enjoy and feel free to ask any questions. Also I used cabnet grade plywood so mine cost was a lot more expensive.
I built this bed a while ago but I am finally getting around to submitting a brag post.
It is the largest thing I have ever built and it was a huge labor of love. I made it by myself in the evenings after work and weekends over the course of a few weeks. I modified the plans only slightly. I added an extra 1x6 board which makes the overall height 76 inches tall.
I also changed how the windows were framed and added flower boxes. I got a bit OCD and filled all the pocket holes because I didn’t like the way they looked even though it was quite tedious, I am happy with the way it turned out.
At first, I put the play kitchen I built from Ana’s plans underneath, but that was later replaced with a little tv stand that I made to fit perfectly under the playhouse. I didn’t use any plans for that but it was just a simple bookshelf. I measured the space, cut the wood as I went and used beadboard on the back of the shelf with cutouts for cords. I used leftover paint from the playhouse for the tv stand.
Wed, 10/02/2019 - 09:38
GORGEOUS!!! Thanks so much for sending in photos!!!
Mon, 11/04/2019 - 12:24
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I've wanted a console table for a long time. My husband finally made me one! We liked the salsa console table, but it wasn't quite what we were looking for. He modified the farmhouse bedside table plan to get exactly what we were wanting. The top is made from reclaimed oak, stained to match the farmhouse dining table he made me in August.
Sat, 01/21/2012 - 12:08
Very nice job! I love the glossy top and the kitten is adorable!
Sun, 01/22/2012 - 16:44
Your console is just perfect !
Il love the old stylish wood with white paint...
So perfectly vintage !
Sun, 01/22/2012 - 17:41
The table top is 47 1/2" long and 19 1/4" wide. The base is 46" long, 17 1/2" deep and 33 1/4" tall.
Sat, 09/15/2012 - 18:56
I was curious on what wood you used for the top. I seen you said reclaimed oak but I can't get 19 1/4 with 3 pieces. Could you tell me what the width of the pieces are? Btw, I love the dark glossy top with the off-white finish. Looks great.
This modification of the Rustic X Console uses 4x4's for legs. The top is one extra 2x6 wide, and the horizontal cross-pieces are 2x4's. The whole thing is 72" wide. More photos on my blog: http://redhenhome.blogspot.com/2013/12/grand-rustic-x-buffet.html
Nothing was bought for this table. I allocated $5 as cost for the screws and sandpaper. 2 x 6 legs & 2 x 4 rails used wood recycled from material removed during alterations to our 1930's barn. Supports were extracted from the woodpile. Nails were removed where possible, or cut off and punched below the surface where they were not removable. Because the wood was very old and splintery an enormous amount of time was spent sanding.
The top is an Ikea counter thrown out from a kitchen remodel and rescued from the roadside, still in its cardboard box. Score!
I am very pleased with the design and plan to make another using better lumber. The table is very sturdy and will be used as a sewing/crafts table.
I built this for my friend who wanted a double cabinet for her recycling material. I used Ana's plan and just doubled it up. She also wanted a weathered looking top. The plan's were great but it was a bit difficult to get the two side by side bins.
Was recommended by YT (yes I subscribed) thought it was awesome. Just getting into woodworking and thought it was perfect to try. Appreciate the help, very kind. Godspeed.
Sat, 06/10/2023 - 06:41
Thanks for sharing and subscribing, it looks great! Can't wait to see what you build next.
We adjusted the plans slightly to better fit our room. Rather than an angled set of stairs leading to the platform, we replaced it with a short vertical ladder. We also increased the height of the bed to allow for another bunk in the lower section for when Callaghan outgrows his crib. Plus, we added handles to the bed which made it easier for Luke to get up and down.
Thu, 12/12/2013 - 08:20
This looks great! Love the mods and the play area underneath.
I was looking for a bed for my daughters room. She does not have much storage or room so this plan worked perfect. Took about two days so a great weekend project. Built with love unlike from a store.
When we moved into our house, there was an empty breakfast nook. I built in the banquette seating, and then built the table out of oak. This was inspired by the Triple Pedestal Table (http://ana-white.com/woodworking-projects/triple-pedestal-farmhouse-tab…)
I downloaded the plans for the octagonal table. I have made several and used a few different woods, made a few minor design changes as well as creating a routine and using a jig or two. This jig fits in between the two boards that form the seat support frame. I used a large paint stick and a scrap piece of 2 x 4. Using a table saw, I cut a groove in the 2" edge, approximately 1/2" deep, this took two passes (pass it through, turn it and pass again), a slight adjustment and another two passes. Insert the paint stick and seat all the way down. Place jig between seat support frame, might be a little snug or use a clamp to hold in place. Adjust so just the paint stick sticks up enough to separate seat boards. With seat boards against the jig, it forms the perfect angle/guide to match cuts. I also used 1/2" spacers to create consistent spacing. Love the various plans you make available as well as your videos.
I used Ana's plan, but modified it to incorporate a tiled top. If you want to do the same, you simply align the upper shelf with the bottom of the 2x2 frame, fill it in with hardibacker cement board, and tile over that. My stone was thicker than the border used, so I made a narrow shim in order to accommodate and bring them all to the same level.
Thu, 02/02/2012 - 11:03
Simply stunning! Love the tile top, but the wood construction is breathtaking! Thank you so much for sharing, absolutely love!
Fri, 02/03/2012 - 07:34
I love the tile top and am blown away by the finish. Who knew poplar could look so rich!
Fri, 02/03/2012 - 10:18
Wow! The stain is amazing! It's so perfect! That takes a lot of time and patience, but clearly it was so worth it. Great job!
Sat, 02/04/2012 - 00:54
Love, love, love the stain on this. Your construction is perfect and looks like a high end piece! Congrats!
Sat, 06/30/2012 - 11:24
This table is obviously put together like a pro, the tile top is beyond beautiful and creative but what really gets me is your GORGEOUS staining work. I struggle with staining on every project! Any advice or tips on how to get a beautiful finish like yours? You should give a tutorial!
In reply to AMAZING STAIN JOB! by Julie D. (not verified)
Thu, 07/19/2012 - 08:05
Julie, Thanks so much for the feedback. I hate to admit it, but I am unable to get anything to look decent with an oil-based stain; all I get is blotch. I see others on the site with gorgeous colors and finishes that I want, but I can't use them. I can only get consistent results with the water-based stain, and I have to use the pre-stain wood conditioner. With 2 coats of stain, I have fairly consistent results (applying with foam brushes and wiping off with paper towels). On this particular project, I had to mix several colors and layers to get exactly the tone that I wanted.
I'm on my last can of Bartley's gel polyurethane, and they no longer make the product. It allows such control in getting a perfect finish. I don't know what I'm going to use when my can runs out!!
Thu, 11/08/2012 - 10:26
This end table is amazing; looks like an end table you'd buy in a high-end furniture store. The finished looks perfect and the tile top is really creative.
Question: where did you find the 2x2 poplar? I'm looking for some to use for the Rhyan Coffee Table and can't find anything longer than 3 feet.
In reply to Awesome by Newbie07 (not verified)
Thu, 11/08/2012 - 11:57
Thanks for the feedback!! I had to go to a bigger lumber yard to get the poplar 2x2s (Austin Fine Lumber in Austin, TX). The poplar was the cheapest (by far) of the better 2x2s, and the guys told me it wouldn't take a stain very well. They were wrong; it took the stain beautifully. The 2x2s were perfectly straight and had straight edges...much different than the ones from Home Depot or Lowe's.
Mon, 01/20/2014 - 15:45
How did you do the tile to the wood ? We are building a coffee table and two end tables just like them, we just don't know which way is best to attach the tile
I really wanted a new entertainment center but could not find one in the stores that I liked and looked to be made of good quality. I liked the Apothecary Console but needed to make a few adjustments to the plan, which is why I marked my project at an intermediate level.
I built this about a year ago and love it as much today as I did the day I finished it. I have had a ton of compliments on it and many are impressed when I tell them I made it myself.
I love this plan! It's so versatile. I made this bench for my daughter's entry. First I painted it with an all in one paint/primer in light grey, then I sanded it down to reveal some of the wood grain and roughed up the edges a bit. Next, I brushed a dark ebony stain over the entire bench, one section at a time, and wiped it away. I thought I would get less stain, but really enjoy the end results. Thanks Ana!
My daughter wanted a table to fit a specific location .... your plan for a side table fit the bill - with some dimensional adjustments
All cut up with our sawmill! Francesca and Bob Schilling. Beaverdam, Virginia
Farmhouse style doll bed, modified width one less slat.
Fri, 03/09/2012 - 05:36
What are your finished dimensions on this bed? I was thinking of making it with one less slat also to make it more like a twin bed.
1st of all I want to apologize for posting several of my builds at once. I am not trying to steal the show, but I'm just deciding I would like to share my builds.
Ok, now to this build. I didn't get this mantle from this site but still wanted to share. I used the one from "blue roof cabin" site and adjusted it to my desire. I wanted my depth to be bigger so I used 1x8's to bring it out from the wall more. I got the backing idea from "Netties Expressions" by using Whitewood V-Groove Wainscot wall panels.
I plan on building one from Ana's site to do one for my dining room. I check this site daily just to see what you all have built so I can get more ideas. Thanks Ana for sharing your builds.
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