Counter Height Farmhouse Table for Four
DIY Farmhouse Style Table Counter height with seating for four - free.
Dimensions
Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.
What you need
- 2 - 4x4 @ 6 feet long
- 3 - 2x4 @ 8 feet long
- 2 - 1x2 @ 8 feet long
- 1 - 3/4" plywood @ 48" x 32"
- 4 - 4x4 @ 34-1/2"
- 4 - 2x4 @ 25"
- 2 - 2x4 @ 41"
- 1 - 2x4 @ 43"
- 1 - plywood panel @ 48" x 32"
- 2 - 1x2 @ 48"
- 2 - 1x2 @ 33-1/2" - cut these guys to fit
- measuring tape
- square
- pencil
- safety glasses
- hearing protection
- kreg-jig
- drill
- circular saw
- nailer
- sander
- countersink drill bit
Step by step
Drill two 1-1/2" pocket holes on each end of the 25" long 2x4s.
Attach to the 4x4 legs, inset 1". I placed mine with a 6" clearance underneath the bottom 2x4. Build two.
Drill two 1-1/2" pocket holes on each end of the 41" long 2x4s. Attach at top of leg sets, inset 1".
You can repeat for middle bottom 2x4 or use 3" self tapping screws instead of pocket holes. Center bottom stretcher.
Step 3
Apply glue to top edge and nail plywood panel to legs and aprons with 2" nails.
Step 4
Apply glue to long edges of plywood and top 3/4" of 4x4 legs. Nail on 48" 1x2s to plywood and 4x4 leg tops.
Step 5
Measure and cut the remaining 1x2 trim pieces for the ends of the table. Attach with 1-1/4" brad nails and glue.
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.
