A little side table with a big impact.
This project is a great one for a novice builder. You’ll go from a small pile of pressure treated lumber to a neat table in a few hours. A DIY’ers biggest challenge will be connecting the butt joints for the legs. That’s why we suggest using biscuits as shown in the photos.
We took some looking around and found that small patios and small patio furniture can live large. This sturdy table helps make the most of your outdoor square footage.
Since it’s made with pressure treated 2×4’s and 2×6’s, it’s affordable and will last a long time outside. So why stop at building just one?
When you try it, please let us know and share pictures. We just love that.
If you’d like to print these plans out click here.: Downloadable Side Table Plans
We recommend getting the following supplies:
MATERIALS
Lumber
• (3) 2″ x 6″ x 8′ pressure treated Southern Yellow Pine
• (3) 2″ x 4″ x 8′ pressure treated Southern Yellow Pine
Other
• 1.5″ exterior grade Screws or Finishing Nails
• Appropriate Bit for Deck Screws
TOOLS
• Pencil, Measuring Tape, Carpenter Square
• 2 Bar Clamps
• Table Saw
• Mitre Saw or a Mitre Box with a Hand Saw
• Radial Sander / Sanding Block (optional)
• Safety Glasses / Ear Protection
• Dust Mask / Work Gloves
OVERALL DIMENSIONS OF THE AWESOME LITTLE SIDE TABLE
Without further ado, here we go with the cut list. It’s all pretty straightforward for this plan.
Step 1: Build the Main Frame
Step 2: Build Secondary Base Frame
Step 3: Attach the Main Frame and Secondary Frame to Create the Base
Step 4: Cut the Table Top Rail Pieces
Step 5: Attach Table Top Rail Pieces
Step 6: Cut and Attach Top of Table
Step 7: Sand, Stain, Enjoy