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6' Outdoor Dining Table

Here is a simple and modern outdoor patio table! Bringing the design together took some time, but once I nailed it down it was easy and affordable project.  A huge thank you to National Hardware for sponsoring this post. I used National Hardware's reinforcement hardware to add stability and strength to this build.  As always use safety precautions when building. Measure twice cut once. This post is for entertainment purposes only. Supplies: 12-2x6x8 4 Offset Corner Braces 12 mending plates 1 package 2-1/2" pocket hole screws 2-1/2" wood screws Stain or paint and seal Wood Filler or pocket hole plugs Wood Glue Tools: Table Saw Miter Saw Sander Drill Pockehole jig Nailer (optional) Planer (optional) Before we get to the steps it's important to prep the materials to give it a more modern look. Prep the boards: -Rip 1/8" off each side of the 2x6 lumber. -Rip one-2x6-x8 into 1-1/2" strips to create 3 strips. -Use a planer if desired. -Laminate with glue  two -2x...
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$40 Sofa Table

Hi! My sweet children kept jumping over the couch so I needed to do something about the madness!  I decided to build an inexpensive sofa table to attempt to minimize the jumping. Will it work? It's a mystery :) Let's get started! As always, use caution when building, wear safety gear and re-read instructions multiple times. This plan is for entertainment purposes only. Supplies: 3-2x12x8 1-package of 2-1/2" pocket hole screws Finishing supplies: stain, paint, seal Tools: Miter saw Drill Pockethole Jig Table saw (optional) Planer (optional) Step 1: (optional) using a table saw rip 1/8" off each side of the 2x12x8 board. Run boards thru a planer if you have one. Step 2: Using a miter saw cut- 4 @ 28" 1 @ 38" 1 @ 68" Step 3: Build the legs. Drill 1-1/2" pocket holes on boards 1 & 2. Mark the 1/2 way point on board 2. Place board 1 on top of board 2 creating a t-shape. Attach board 1. to. board 2 using 2-1/2" pocket hole screws. Step 4: Drill ...

45"x45" Square Coffee Table

Hi! Today I'm posting an 45"x45" square coffee table! This is an easy and affordable project that will take 2-4 hours to complete. As always, measure before you cut. Not all wood is created equal so some of the measurements may vary slightly. ALWAYS use safety precautions. This post is for entertainment purposes only. Supplies: 2-1x12x8 4-1x7x8 2-1x2-8 Nails 1-1/4" pockethole (PH) screws Glue Stain, paint or seal. Tools: Miter saw Table saw Circular saw Nailer (optional) Drill Pockethole Jig Clamps Step 1: Cut 1x12x8' // 4 @ 47-7/8" Step 2: Drill PH and glue and plank tabletop together. Step 3: Cut your table top down to 45" to create a square. Do this by clamping a straight edge and using a circular saw. Step 4: Build the base of the table. Start by mitering 1 edge of 2 boards at a 45 degree angle. Step 5: Drill PH leaving a space every 18". Put the 2 mitered edges on the ends. Plank boards to...

Media Cabinet

MEDIA CABINET I finished up this space this weekend and I couldn't be happier how it turned out!! I still need to do some touch ups with the decor on the shelves BUT it is starting to take shape!  BEFORE: AFTER: Below is a outline on how to build the 87" media cabinet. The variations of this cabinet are endless!! As always take precautions when building. Always use safety gear. Always  double check your measurements. Wood can be tricky and sometimes the given measurements can be off. ALWAYS measure before you cut.  Supplies: 1-3/4"x4x8 Sheet of Plywood 1-3/4"x2x4 Sheet of Plywood 3-1x2x8 2-1x3x8 1-1/4" pocket hole screws 1-1/4" nails Wood glue Sand paper Stain/paint/seal For doors and drawers: 1- 3/4"x15"x8' project panel 1-1/4"x2'x4' plywood (use left over  3/4" plywood from 2x4 sheet) 8 hinges 1 drawers slide 5 pulls TIP: Ask the hardware store to...