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Outdoor Modern Bar Table, X Base

Turn your patio or deck into an entertainment meca with this simple modern bar height table. Works with the simple modern bar stools.

Outdoor Modern Bar Table, X Base

Specifications

Project typeDining Table Plans
RoomBedroom
StyleModern Style Furniture Plans
DifficultyBeginner Projects
Estimated cost$50 - $100

Dimensions

Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.

Outdoor Modern Bar Table, X Base dimension diagram 1

Shopping List

3 – 10′ 1x4s (Tabletop Boards)

2 – 8′ 1×3 Boards (Supports and Aprons)

3 – 8′ 1x4s (Legs and Cross Braces)

Cut List

2 – 1×3 @ 32″ (Side Aprons)

4 – 1×3 @ 30 1/2″ (End Aprons and Supports)

9 – 1×4 @ 33 1/2″ (Tabletop boards, cut from the 10′ 1x4s)

4 – 1×4 @ 41 1/4″ (Legs)

1 – 1×4 @ 46″ (Long Cross Support, both ends cut at 45 degrees PARALLEL to each other)

2 – 1×4 @ 22 3/4″ (Short Cross Support, one end cut at 45 degrees)

Tools

  • measuring tape
  • square
  • pencil
  • hammer
  • safety glasses
  • hearing protection
  • kreg-jig
  • drill
  • circular saw
  • sander

Step-by-step Instructions

1

TABLETOP FRAME

Build your tabletop frame as shown above using 2″ screws and glue. Check for square.

Outdoor Modern Bar Table, X Base — step 1
2

TABLETOP

Screw down your tabletop boards as shown above. You can use a Kreg Jig™ to screw from the frame into the underside of your tabletop boards to hide screw holes.

Outdoor Modern Bar Table, X Base — step 2
3

LEGS

Add your legs as directed above.

Outdoor Modern Bar Table, X Base — step 3
4

LONG CROSS SUPPORT

Add the long cross support as shown above. You do not need glue if you plan on disassembling the table easily.

Outdoor Modern Bar Table, X Base — step 4
5

Step 5

Outdoor Modern Bar Table, X Base — step 5
6

FINISHING

If you choose to prefinish your table, go around and fill any holes with wood filler or paintable silicone. Sand as needed and apply a finish coat of paint.

7

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/outdoor-modern-bar-table-x-base