Simplest Farm Table
Our simplest farm table plans - still sturdy and beautiful, but easy to build with basic tools. Seats 6 comfortably. Can be used as a desk or made taller as a kitchen island. from
Specifications
| Project type | Dining Table Plans |
|---|---|
| Room | dining room |
| Difficulty | Beginner Projects |
Dimensions
Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.
Shopping List
- 4 - 2x4x8' (prefer soft pine for easier to work with)
- 1 - 2x4x10' (same species of wood as the 2x4x8's)
- 3 - 1x12x6' pine boards
- 50 - 2-1/2" #8 self tapping star bit wood construction screws
- 2" brad nails
- wood glue
- sandpaper in 120 and 150 grit (for stain grade finish) and 220 for final finish
- primer and paint, or stain and clear top coat
Cut List
- 3 - 2x4 @ 66-1/2" long (side aprons and bottom stretcher)
- 4 - 2x4 @ 29-1/4" long (legs)
- 4 - 2x4 @ 29-3/4" (end aprons and stretchers)
- 2 - 2x4 @ 26-3/4" (center supports)
- 3 - 1x12 @ 72" (tabletop boards)
Tools
- measuring tape
- square
- pencil
- hearing protection
- drill
- compound miter saw
- nailer
- sander
Step-by-step Instructions
Step 1
Build two leg sets using 2-1/2" screws. Space the 29-3/4" pieces up on 1x (3/4" thick) blocks to help get the spacing right. TIP: the legs and the aprons are so similar in size it will be easy to mix up. Make sure you measure before attaching. Glue recommended.
With the 3/4" spacing on the outside, attach the 66-1/2" long 2x4s to the leg sets.
Take two, opposite diagonal measurements to make sure the table is square. Then add the inside screws at an angle. Glue recommended.
Step 3
Add the center supports with glue and 2-1/2" screws.
Step 4
Layout the tabletop boards and make sure they fit right and base does not need further adjustment for square. Remove and apply glue to all top surfaces of the table base. Replace the 1x12 boards and glue and nail down with 2" brad nails.
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/simplest-farm-table