Build your own rustic modern console table! This easy to tackle DIY project just uses a few boards and you can nail it all together. Free step by step plans from Ana-White.com
Dimensions

51" wide x 11-1/4" deep x 30" tall
Preparation
Shopping List
2 - 1x12 @ 8 feet long (whitewood or spruce boards are fine)
1 - 1x10 @ 10 feet long
1-1/4" brad nails or 1-1/4" pocket hole screws if using a Kreg Jig
wood glue
Cut List
- 2 – 1×12 @ 29-1/4″ - legs
- 1 – 1×12 @ 49-1/2″ - shelf
- 2 - 1x12 @ 10" - dividers
- 1 – 1×12 @ 51″ - top
- 2 - 1x10 @ 49-1/2" - inside back
Cutting Instructions
- From first 1x12, cut the top, one leg, and one divider
- From second 1x12, cut the shelf, one leg and one divider
- Cut both 1x10 pieces from the 1x10 board
Instructions
Step 1
Step 2
Step 4
Apply glue to all four edges of the first 1x10 and place inside the shelf.
Avoid glue drying on the bare wood as it will not be stainable later. Wipe off with a wet cloth as soon as possible.
Attach with 1-1/4" brad nails and glue from sides and from top.
Apply glue to the second 1x10 ends and place in the project.
Nail from sides to attach.
Comments
Crystal (not verified)
Wed, 09/15/2010 - 17:18
This will be my first
This will be my first project!! Can't wait!
barbara (not verified)
Wed, 10/13/2010 - 07:45
Ana, you are awesome!! I
Ana, you are awesome!! I can't wait to find time to starting building - like so many others, my wish list is getting quite long ;)
Is this piece sturdy enough to hold a small (20 gallon) aquarium? We just moved the aquarium out of my daughter's room and it's now sitting on a bookshelf that's way too high. this would be ther perfect first project for me.
Baby Steps | S… (not verified)
Sun, 11/07/2010 - 13:45
[...] even hung pictures. But
[...] even hung pictures. But then I took a deep breath and built both the picture ledges and simple console to help whip my dining room into shape. I need to do some serious picture arranging (and maybe pick [...]
Crystal R (not verified)
Sun, 11/14/2010 - 05:07
Just to update, Hubby and I
Just to update, Hubby and I built this last night. It's a GREAT first project, super simple. Seriously it's so easy I felt like I was cheating! I'll post pics on the forum when I get the finishing done :-) Thank you!
Building stuff… (not verified)
Mon, 01/03/2011 - 06:35
[...] built Ana’s Easiest
[...] built Ana’s Easiest Rustic Modern Console Table EVER which kind of mocks me with its claims of being so easy. Kind of like my friend Carrie going skiing [...]
ingrid (not verified)
Tue, 01/18/2011 - 06:38
i made it this weekend!
i made it this weekend! thanks so much, i love it!
FIRST BUILD! E… (not verified)
Tue, 01/25/2011 - 11:00
[...] in Brag Blog Put on
[...] in Brag Blog Put on my TO-DO List Save as PDF Print this PostShare/Bookmark Builder: Ingrid Blog or Website:http://yocklaw.blogspot.com Experience Level: Some Experience Estimated Cost: $40 Estimated Time Investment: 2 hours, mostly for the paint to dry From Plan: http://ana-white.com/2010/01/plans-easiest-rustic-modern-console.html [...]
jrees09
Mon, 03/28/2011 - 14:01
Do I have to use a pocket
Do I have to use a pocket hole jig for this project? It will be my very first, and I am looking for the simplest and least expensive method, but I also want a sturdy piece...
Lady Goats
Mon, 03/28/2011 - 15:07
Pocket Hole Jig Not Necessary
This is a simple build that does not require a pocket hole jig. Make sure you have a countersink bit, however, and don't pre-drill your holes RIGHT on the edge of the board. I think that was my biggest mistake on my first builds.
jrees09
Tue, 03/29/2011 - 18:19
Thanks so much!!
Thanks so much!!