Build the Fancy X Farmhouse Table from 2x4s and lumber for $65. A reader favorite, this table has been built thousands of times.
We also have plans for a matching bench and lots more farmhouse furniture plans.

Preparation
4 – 2x10 @ 8 feet long
7 – 2x4 @ 8 feet long
1 – 1x4 @ 12 feet long
3” self tapping wood screws
2 ½” pocket hole screws
2” finish nails
ENDS
- 8 – 2x4 @ 11 3/8” (ends cut at 45 degrees off square, longest point measurement, NOT parallel)
- 4 – 2x4 @ 20”
- 4 – 1x4 @ 28 3/8” **
- 8 – 2x4 @ 32 5/8” CUT TO FIT **
- 4 – 1x4 @ 3 ½”
MAIN TABLE
2 – 2x4 @ 65”
2 – 2x4 @ 30 3/8” (both ends cut parallel at 45 degrees off square)
4 – 2x10 @ 96”
** For 45 degree cut tops and bottoms (easier) on the legs top and bottom (see steps 3-5 and step 10), replace these cuts with:
4 - 2x4 @ 31" (both ends cut at 45 degrees off square NOT parallel long point measurement)
4 - 2x4 @ 34" (both ends cut at 45 degrees off square NOT parallel long point measurement)
Please read through the entire plan and all comments before beginning this project. It is also advisable to review the Getting Started Section. Take all necessary precautions to build safely and smartly. Work on a clean level surface, free of imperfections or debris. Always use straight boards. Check for square after each step. Always predrill holes before attaching with screws. Use glue with finish nails for a stronger hold. Wipe excess glue off bare wood for stained projects, as dried glue will not take stain. Be safe, have fun, and ask for help if you need it. Good luck!
Instructions
Step 1
Step 4
And then add the curved pieces. The ends may be a challenge – what I do is first cut a 2x4 32 5/8” long with both ends cut at 30 degrees off square, ends not parallel. Then make a second cut at 45 (or more if your saw cuts higher degree bevels) degrees off square and cut that same board 28 3/8” short point to short point.
Step 8
Step 9
Step 11
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It is always recommended to apply a test coat on a hidden area or scrap piece to ensure color evenness and adhesion. Use primer or wood conditioner as needed.
Comments
wachobf
Sun, 08/23/2015 - 21:38
Connections???
So how did you connect the cross bracing on pgs 13 and 14 of the plan set? (Steps 7 and 8)
I'll assume the PH (most likely the 2 1/2") screws went in from the top and the bottom of the horizintal braces, but what did you use to secure the diagonal vraces to the horizontal braces.
Thanks.
Philperrin
Sun, 09/06/2015 - 16:49
Math? Step 4
I think I might be reading something wrong, but I can get the angles in step 4 to add up. A 45 degree cut to make the 28 3/8 short to short entirely cuts off the 30 degree cut for the 32 5/8 long to long side.
Am I missing something?
JimmyC
Tue, 09/15/2015 - 05:53
You're only trying to cut enough to round the corners
Cut once at 30, then another a 45. You want to make the rounded ends on the legs after some serious sanding.
Roccosworld
Fri, 09/11/2015 - 15:11
Tabletop
Does anyone have a recommendation on how to attach the table top? To eliminate gaps, would it be a good idea to attach the 4 2x10's together first, then attach the whole tabletop to the legs? Any thoughts?
JimmyC
Tue, 09/15/2015 - 06:13
Tabletop is what everyone will see - focus on that
After arranging the 2x10 boards on the garage floor to minimize gaps (e.g. trying to match up the board warps between them), I reduced gaps even more by hand planing the edges - ended up with just a few minor gaps (1/32") but nothing too bad. I then clamped 2 of the 2x10's together while standing on top of them to get them even, then attached them with 2 1/2" PH (Kreg) screws - I got the idea from this guy's YouTube vid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2IT89XCa9Vk
Repeated with the other 2 2x10's. I didn't have a 37" clamp (I had 36"!) so ended up using ratcheting tie-downs to cinch the whole tabletop together. It ended up quite flat and with almost zero gaps. I figured it's best to the get the tabletop flat and gap-free since that is what is visible. If necessary, plane/sand down the leg tops to minimze gaps between the tabletop at legs.
trey.hemingway
Tue, 12/08/2015 - 12:31
Table Buildout
I thought one table was childs play, so I built 8... in 56 hours.
"Nver Half Ass Two Things, Whole Ass Eight"
-Ron Swanson
In reply to Table Buildout by trey.hemingway
Ana White
Wed, 12/09/2015 - 17:57
WOW, that's impressive! Go
WOW, that's impressive! Go big or go home, right!
melissafontes
Sat, 01/02/2016 - 07:51
Need help Changing the length
I need to shorten this table a bit to fit my room better - maybe like by 4-6 inches off the length. An obvious fix for the tabletop BUT How does that change the length of the supports (or anything else for that matter) underneath? We are newbies to all this.
Terrilynn08
Thu, 01/07/2016 - 07:40
FINISH COLOR?
So sorry if i missed this information somewhere, what exact color finish did you use? Is it a stain or paint? Absolutely in love and my husband is making this for me this weekend!! AHHHHHH cant wait
Terrilynn08
Thu, 01/07/2016 - 07:40
FINISH COLOR?
So sorry if i missed this information somewhere, what exact color finish did you use? Is it a stain or paint? Absolutely in love and my husband is making this for me this weekend!! AHHHHHH cant wait