There's a dining room table you can build to meet any budget or taste.
Building your own dining room table is a rewarding and simple project. You may want to build an inexpensive table, which is a good way to save money on purchasing one. On the other hand, you may be looking to make a beautiful heirloom piece that will stay in your family for generations to come. Regardless of your choice of materials, from plywood to hardwood, there is a table you can build for every taste and budget.
Instructions
1. Purchase a large panel of wood, large enough to seat as many people as you will need. You can purchase plywood or hardwood, as long as it is at least 3/4 inch thick.
2. Cut the four pieces of the 4-by-4 lumber so that it is as high as you want the table. These will be the legs.
3. Cut the 6-inch panels so they are 6-inches square. Make four of these. Attach each one to one of the legs you've made. First put a layer of wood glue on both parts, and then drill into place.
4. Attach the legs to the table by drilling pilot holes through the 6-by-6 inch panels into the underside of the tabletop. Secure the legs with wood glue and screws.
5. Measure the space between the legs and cut the 6-inch panels to fit around them, to make a skirt around the underside of the table. Put adhesive on them and nail the panels into the legs with finishing nails.
6. Sand the legs, skirt and any parts of the table top that require it.
7. If you want to, you can varnish your table. Put two coats of varnish on the table top as it will be getting the most wear.
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