Build your own Modern Farmhouse Side table with off the shelf lumber and basic power tools. Our step by step plans make it easy.
Can also be used as a nightstand or bedside table.
DIMENSIONS
End Table dimensions shown in diagram.
PREPARATION
SHOPPING LIST
- 1 – 1×10 @ 8 feet long
- 2 – 1×4 @ 8 feet long
- 2 – 2×4 @ 8 feet long
COMMON MATERIALS
- 1 1/4 inch finish nails
- 2 inch finish nails
CUT LIST
- 4 – 1×10 @ 23-3/4″
- 4 – 1×4 @ ~18-1/2″
- 4 – 1×4 @ ~25-1/4″
- 2 – 2×4 @ ~18-1/2″
- 4 – 2×4 @ 17″
- 8 – 2×4 @ 5-1/2″ – long point to long point measurement, both ends cut at 45 degrees off square, ends NOT parallel.
INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1
Cut the 1×10 into four pieces, each 23-3/4″ long.
Either glue and let dry or use 3/4″ pocket holes and 1-1/4″ pocket hole screws to attach two together on long edge.
Measure the depth and cut 1×4 to match – should be about 18-1/2″.
Attach with 1-1/4″ brad nails and wood glue.
STEP 2
Measure and cut the 1×4 sides to fit the open sides.
Attach with 1-1/4″ brad nails and glue.
STEP 3
Build the 2×4 leg sets with 2″ brad nails and glue.
STEP 4
Attach inside the upper shelf.
STEP 5
Attach open ends of the 2×4 legs to the bottom shelf with screws (preferably) or nails.
STEP 6
Make sure the legs are attached level, then attach the cross braces at 45 degrees.
FINISHING INSTRUCTIONS
I lightly sanded with 120 grit sandpaper using a power sander.
I applied one coat of Briarsmoke by Varathane with a lint-free cloth.
CREDIT ANA WHITE