Modern Industrial Adjustable Sawhorse Desk to Coffee Table
Desk to coffee table with industrial style sawhorses - from
Specifications
| Project type | Coffee Tables |
|---|---|
| Room | kitchen |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
Dimensions
Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.
Shopping List
2 - 2x4 boards, 8 feet long
1 - 2x6 board, 6 feet long
1 - 1x4 board, 8 feet long
1 - tabletop, minimum 24" x 48"
4 - 18" long 5/8" allthread
4 - floor flanges to match allthread (for attaching all thread to underside of tabletop) and screws no longer than 1-1/2" for attaching flanges to 2x6s
8 - nuts to match allthread
8 - washers to match allthread
NOTE: You can use different size allthread (3/4", 1" etc) just make sure the fittings work with the allthread.
Cut List
8 - 2x4 @ 16-5/8" long (both ends cut at 15 degrees off square, ends ARE parallel, short point to long point measurement) 4 - 2x6 @ 23-1/2" long 4 - 2x4 @ 5-3/8" long (both ends cut at 15 degrees off square, ends are NOT parallel, long point to long point measurement) 4 - 2x4 @ 8-7/8" long (both ends cut at 15 degrees off square, ends are NOT parallel, long point to long point measurement) 4 - 1x4 @ 23-1/2" long
Tools
- measuring tape
- square
- pencil
- safety glasses
- hearing protection
- kreg-jig
- drill
- compound miter saw
- countersink drill bit
Step-by-step Instructions
Step 1
Attach legs to underside of 2x6, edges flush to outside of 2x6. We used 1-1/2" pocket holes and 2-1/2" pocket hole screws - very sturdy this way.
Step 2
Attach top support - you may find it easier to drill out the hole for the all-thread before attaching the supports.
Step 3
Do the same for the lower support.
Step 4
1x4s are set on top of the bottom support. Screws (2" length) or nail down.
Step 5
Tabletop can then be attach to 2x6s.
Toliy used two layers of plywood to make his tabletop.
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/modern-industrial-adjustable-sawhorse-desk-coffee-table