Rustic Coffee Table Plans

This step by step diy project is about rustic coffee table plans. If you want to build a rustic coffee table for you living room with a storage shelf, we recommend you to pay attention to the instructions described in the article. Adjust the size of the components with great care and lock them together by using waterproof glue and galvanized screws following the instructions.

It is essential to choose the right materials before starting the construction and the assembly of the diy wood coffee table. As you will see in the project, you need to choose durable lumber with a nice appearance, such as pine, cedar or redwood. Make sure the components are in a good visual condition and choose professional tools when adjusting their size. Take accurate measurements and join the components with glue and screws. See all my Premium Plans HERE.

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Rustic Coffee Table Plans

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Cut & Shopping Lists

• A – 4 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 16 1/2″ long LEGS
• B – 2 pieces of 2×2 lumber – 21″ long, 2 pieces – 29″ long SUPPORTS
• C – 1 piece of 3/4″ plywood – 29″ x 29″ long SHELVES
• D – 2 pieces of 1×3 lumber – 32″ long TRIMS
• E – 2 pieces of 3/4″ plywood – 37 1/2″ x 37 1/2″ long TABLETOP
• F – 4 pieces of 2×2 lumber – 40 1/2″ long TRIMS

• 1 piece of 2×6 lumber – 8 ft
• 4 pieces of 2×2 lumber – 8 ft
• 1 piece of 3/4″ plywood – 4’x8′
• 1 piece of 1×3 lumber – 6 ft
• 2 1/2″ screws
• 1 1/4″ screws
• wood putty, wood stain

Tools

 Hammer, Tape measure, Framing square

 Miter saw, Drill machinery, Screwdriver, Sander

 Safety Gloves, Safety Glasses

Time

 One day

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Building a coffee table

Building the frame of the coffee table

The first step of the indoor woodworking project is to build the frame for the coffee table. As you can easily notice in the diagram, we recommend you to build the legs out of 2×6 lumber and the supports out of 2×2 lumber. Drill pocket holes at both ends of the supports and secure them to the legs by using 2 1/2′ screws.

Leave no gaps between the components and make sure the corners are right-angled. The legs should be perfectly vertical and the supports horizontal.

Installing the bottom shelf

Cut a piece of 3/4″ plywood to the dimensions described in the diagram and drill pocket holes along the edges. Fit the plywood between the supports and secure it into place by inserting 1 1/4″ screws. Add glue to the joints and smooth the surface with fine grit sandpaper.

Fitting the side trims

If you want to add a nice touch to the coffee table project, you need attach 1×3 trims to the sides of the coffee table. Make sure the corners are right-angled and secure the trims to the legs by using finishing nails or galvanized screws.

Building the tabletop

Building the tabletop for the coffee table is a straight-forward process. Therefore, cut two identical pieces of 3/4″ plywood and add glue between them. Afterwards, clamp them together tightly and place a heavy item on top of them. Make sure the tabletop sits on a perfectly level surface.

Attaching the trims to the tabletop

After the glue dries out, you need to get the job done in a professional manner, by fitting the 2×2 trims to the exterior of the tabletop. As you can see in the diagram, we recommend you to cut both ends of the trims at 45 degrees.

Attach the trims to the exterior of the plywood tabletop, making sure the edges are flush. Drill pocket holes around the plywood and insert 2 1/2″ screws into the trims. Add glue to enhance the bond of the joint.

Attaching the tabletop

Lay the tabletop on a level surface and center the frame of the table into place. Drill pocket holes along the top edge of the legs and insert 2 1/2″ screws into the tabletop. Add glue to the joints and make sure the corners are right-angled. Leave no gaps between the components.

Rustic coffee table plans

One of the last steps of the woodworking project is to take care of the finishing touches. Therefore, fill the pilot holes with wood putty and smooth the surface with 120-grit sandpaper.

Top Tip: In order to protect the lumber from water damage, we recommend you to cover the components with several coats of paint. Place the wooden table in a proper location and move it whenever necessary.

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