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Modern Industrial Round Table

One sheet of plywood. Six mending plates. A 2x4. Two 4x4s.

Modern Industrial Round Table

Specifications

Project typeDining Table Plans
Roomdining room
StyleModern Style Furniture Plans
DifficultyIntermediate
Estimated cost$50 - $100

Dimensions

Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.

Modern Industrial Round Table dimension diagram 1

Shopping List

1 - 2x4 @ 8 feet long

2 - 4x4 @ 8 feet long (or 2 more 2x4 boards)

6 - Simpson Strong Tie Mending Plates

1 - 48" round tabletop (we used a full sheet of 3/4" plywood and made our own)

3" and 2-1/2" Self tapping wood screws

Cut List

6 - 2x4 @ 22-1/2" LONG (To long point, one end cut at 25 degrees off square)

3 - 4x4 @ 29-3/4" LONG (Long point to short point, both ends cut at 25 degrees off square, ends ARE parallel)

3 - 4x4 @ 17-1/8" LONG (Longest point measurment, one end cut at 25 degrees off square and the other end cut at 40 degrees off square)

Tools

  • measuring tape
  • square
  • pencil
  • hammer
  • safety glasses
  • hearing protection
  • compound miter saw
  • countersink drill bit

Step-by-step Instructions

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Step 1

Attach the two 4x4 pieces first to the top 2x4 with 3" screws (you could also use 2-1/2" screws here too to match the ones you'll use to attach to the tabletop) and glue. Use the measurements in the diagram to place the pieces. Then hammer the mending plates to join the two 4x4 pieces together (the mending plates are backed with spikes that you just pound into the wood) Flip over and repeat on opposite side. Once one leg is done, use it as a pattern to make remaining legs. If use doubled up 2x4s instead of 4x4s, I recommend first joining the boards with 1-1/2" pocket holes on the inside, making six of the leg sets up, then screwing them together with 2-1/2" screws, and finally adding the mending plates.

Modern Industrial Round Table — step 1
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Step 2

With tabletop face down, position legs on underside and glue and screw down.

Modern Industrial Round Table — step 2
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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-round-table