Split Industrial Coffee Table
The industrial coffee table takes a split! Build this cool coffee table with free
Specifications
| Project type | Coffee Tables |
|---|---|
| Room | living room |
| Style | Farmhouse Furniture |
| Difficulty | Advanced |
| Estimated cost | $20 - $50 |
Dimensions
Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.
Shopping List
4 - 2x2 @ 8 feet long
1 - 1x12 @ 12 feet long
Cut List
4 - 2x2 @ 7-1/4"
8 - 2x2 @ 17-1/4" - LEGS
4 - 2x2 @ 17"
4 - 2x2 @ 27-1/4"
2 - 2x2 @ 26-1/8" - long point to long point measurement, both ends cut at 45 degrees, ends NOT parallel
1 - 2x4 @ 17-1/4" ripped in half at 45 degree bevel, then ripped down to 1-1/2" width ( see this video )
2 - 1x8 @ 28-1/4" - both ends cut parallel at 45 degrees, long point to short point measurement
2 - 1x8 @ 28-1/4" - both ends cut perpendicular at 45 degrees, long point to long point measurement
2 - 1x8 @13-3/4" - both ends cut perpendicular at 45 degrees, long point to long point measurement (will make the 1x8 smaller than 7-1/4" wide)
Tools
- measuring tape
- square
- pencil
- safety glasses
- hearing protection
- kreg-jig
- drill
- compound miter saw
- table saw
- sander
- countersink drill bit
Step-by-step Instructions
Drill 1-1/2" pocket holes on each end of the 2x2 @ 7-1/4".
Attach to two of the legs with 2-1/2" pocket hole screws and glue.
Drill pocket holes on BOTH ends of the 2x2 @ 17".
Attach one end to the legs from step 1.
Step 3
Attach a third leg to the open ends of the 2x2 @ 17".
Drill pocket holes on ONE end of the 2x2 @ 27-1/4".
Attach with 2-1/2" pocket holes to the leg from step 3.
Step 5
Take a 2x4 @ 17-1/4" long and rip in the middle at a 45 degree bevel.
Then take the two pieces, and rip down to 1-1/2" wide. If this doesn't make sense, please check out my video tutorial here. Attach with 2" screws and glue.
Attach top with 2" screws from underneath.
Make sure you attach the tops of in mirror, so the two frames make up the slit table.
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/split-industrial-coffee-table