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Build your own modern table base pedestal for a round or square table! This is a free project plan with step by step diagrams, instructional video and shopping and cut lists. It's easy to customize to use as a coffee table base or change the size for a different base. Pairs well with 48", 54" and 60" round tabletops. Free plans from Ana-White.com
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Dimensions
![dimensions for modern round dining table top](/sites/default/files/images/modern%20pedestal%20dining%20table%20build%20dimensions.jpg)
Base is suitable for 48", 54" and 60" tabletop
Preparation
Shopping List
- 1 - 48", 54" or 60" round tabletop, 1-1/2" thickness (free tutorial here)
- 1 sheet of 3/4" plywood in matching wood veneer
- 10 feet of 1x4 boards, square edge, matching wood species
- 1-1/4" brad nails
- 1-1/4" pocket hole screws
- wood glue
- mending plates if tabletop is 1-1/2" thick
Cut List
- 4 - 3/4" plywood @ 16" wide x 28-1/2"
- 4 - 3/4" plywood @ 15-1/4" wide x 28-1/2"
- 4 - 1x4 @ 28-1/2"
- plywood scraps to reinforce, 2" wide
Instructions
Step 1
Step 2
Step 5
Step 6
Round Dining Table Top Tutorial
Here is the tutorial for building a round top as shown in this plan and video.
Step 7
Banquette Plans as Shown in Photos
Here is my plans for the banquette that is shown in the photos and video.
Finishing Instructions
Preparation Instructions
I filled nail holes with wood filler and let dry.
Sand the project well with 120 grit sandpaper. Then sand with a fine grit sandpaper. Remove all sanding residue.
Sand the project well with 120 grit sandpaper. Then sand with a fine grit sandpaper. Remove all sanding residue.
Finish Used
I used a watered down white paint, wiped off after application.
I used a polyurethane to seal the top.
I used a polyurethane to seal the top.
Project Type
Room