Build your own side table and save money! About $20 to build, super easy with minimal tools and off the shelf lumber - this is the perfect size to add an accent to your space. Rectangle shape goes great on the end of a sectional or sofa.
Free step by step plans with shopping and cut lists, detailed diagrams from Ana-White.com
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Preparation
- 3 - 2x2 @ 8 feet long
- 1 - 1x8 @ 5 feet long
- 2-1/2" self tapping trim screws (about 20)
- 1-5/8" self tapping trim screws (about 10)
- wood glue
- 120 grit sandpaper
- wood filler
- stain and paint
- 2 - 1x8 @ 28" - tabletop
- 4 - 2x2 @ 21-1/4" - legs
- 4 - 2x2 @ 25"
- 5 - 2x2 @ 11-1/2" - or 3" less than the width of the tabletop boards
Sand cut boards with 120 grit sanding block.
Instructions
Step 1
Cut the tabletop boards.
Lay together and measure the width. If the width does not match the diagram, you will need to adjust some 2x2 cuts - this is detailed in the cut list.
If you have a pocket hole jig, join the two 1x8 boards together first.
Step 2
Build two of the frames as shown in the diagram.
Step 3
Cut the remaining frame pieces, 3" shorter than the width of the tabletop.
Attach together to assemble the frame.
Let dry on a flat level surface.
Fill screw holes with wood filler and let dry.
Sand well.
TIP: For a two tone finish, apply paint or stain to frame at this stage. Leave top edges raw, so the glue can bond with the underside of the tabletop.
Step 4
Apply glue and set tabletop on frame. Attach with 1-1/4" brad nails or 1-5/8" trim screws.
Fill holes with wood filler and sand off after dry. Finish the tabletop.
