Farmhouse Console Table
to build your own console table with farmhouse vibes! This easy to build project can be used indoors or out, and features a good sized top and bottom shelf. Add baskets, bins, or keep open for boots and shoes - this farmhouse console is versatile and beautiful! The plans are simple and easy to follow with step by step diagrams, shopping and cut list and video tutorial - from
Specifications
| Project type | Outdoor Seating, Lounging and Accents |
|---|---|
| Room | Outdoor |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
Dimensions
Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.
Shopping List
- 2 - 2x4x8' - Legs and Top Support
- 3 - 2x2x8' - Aprons and X's
- 2 - 2x6x8' - Slats and Horizontal Supports
- 1 - 2x10x8' - Top
- 4 - 2" Casters
- 2-1/2" pocket hole screws or self tapping wood screws
Cut List
Legs
- 4 - 2x4 @ 24.5" with casters or 28.5" without casters
- The leg length with 28.5" will result in a tabletop height of 30" (standard tabletop heights)
- The leg length of 24.5" with 2" casters will result in a tabletop height of about 27" - this was an ideal height for the blackstone grill top to be at countertop height
Aprons
- 4 - 2x2 @ 38"
Horizontal Leg Supports
- 4 - 2x6 @ 15"
Bottom Slats
- 6 - 2x6 @ 15"
Side X's
- 4 - Cut to fit, my outside angles were 34 degrees and inside where the x crossed was 24 degrees
Top Boards
- 2 - 2x4's @15" ( added to top frame) for attaching top from underneath
- 2 - 2x10 @ 46", I ripped mine to 9.25" width
4 - 2" Casters
Tools
- measuring tape
- square
- pencil
- safety glasses
- drill
- compound miter saw
- sander
Step-by-step Instructions
Attach the legs to the 2x6s as shown.
If using 2-1/2" self tapping screws, simply screw the 2x4s to the 2x6 ends. If using pocket holes, drill 1-1/2" pocket holes on the ends of the 2x6 (also drill two pocket holes for attaching the 2x2 aprons in step 3) and attach to the 2x4 with 2-1/2" pocket hole screws and glue. Create two leg sets identical.
It's easiest to create the X detailing now, before the sides are part of the project.
I recommend a scribe and cut method, where you hold the 2x2 in place, and trace the cuts with a pencil, then cut and attach. I attach with 2-1/2" self tapping wood screws or 2" brad nails and glue.
Step 3
Attach the 2x2 aprons to the 2x6 pieces as shown.
Step 4
Attach the bottom 2x6 shelving pieces - in this project we used 1-1/2" pocket holes and 2-1/2" pocket hole screws to attach. Spacing between slats on bottom shelf as shown is about 1/8".
Step 5
Attach the top 2x10 boards to the tabletop with 2-1/2" self tapping screws and glue.
Finishing
Sand all surfaces, starting with a medium grit and finishing with fine. Wipe off the dust, fill any holes or gaps with wood filler, and sand smooth once dry. Apply primer if you're painting, then finish with your choice of paint or stain and seal with a durable clear topcoat. For outdoor projects, use exterior-rated primer, paint or stain, and sealer so the piece stands up to the weather.
Source (temporary): https://www.ana-white.com/woodworking-projects/farmhouse-console-table-46-width