Here is a simple and modern outdoor patio table! Bringing the design together took some time, but once I nailed it down it was easy and affordable project. A huge thank you to National Hardware for sponsoring this post. I used National Hardware's reinforcement hardware to add stability and strength to this build. As always use safety precautions when building. Measure twice cut once. This post is for entertainment purposes only. Supplies: 12-2x6x8 4 Offset Corner Braces 12 mending plates 1 package 2-1/2" pocket hole screws 2-1/2" wood screws Stain or paint and seal Wood Filler or pocket hole plugs Wood Glue Tools: Table Saw Miter Saw Sander Drill Pockehole jig Nailer (optional) Planer (optional) Before we get to the steps it's important to prep the materials to give it a more modern look. Prep the boards: -Rip 1/8" off each side of the 2x6 lumber. -Rip one-2x6-x8 into 1-1/2" strips to create 3 strips. -Use a planer if desired. -Laminate with glue two -2x6
Hi! My sweet children kept jumping over the couch so I needed to do something about the madness! I decided to build an inexpensive sofa table to attempt to minimize the jumping. Will it work? It's a mystery :) Let's get started! As always, use caution when building, wear safety gear and re-read instructions multiple times. This plan is for entertainment purposes only. Supplies: 3-2x12x8 1-package of 2-1/2" pocket hole screws Finishing supplies: stain, paint, seal Tools: Miter saw Drill Pockethole Jig Table saw (optional) Planer (optional) Step 1: (optional) using a table saw rip 1/8" off each side of the 2x12x8 board. Run boards thru a planer if you have one. Step 2: Using a miter saw cut- 4 @ 28" 1 @ 38" 1 @ 68" Step 3: Build the legs. Drill 1-1/2" pocket holes on boards 1 & 2. Mark the 1/2 way point on board 2. Place board 1 on top of board 2 creating a t-shape. Attach board 1. to. board 2 using 2-1/2" pocket hole screws. Step 4: Drill