Homestead Console Table
When you need style and a place to display what matters, the Homestead collection delivers. This collection of accent tables is built with off-the-shelf lumber and basic tools, designed to be sturdy enough for everyday life and beautiful enough to show off natural wood grain. Timeless lines and solid construction make these pieces easy to build and made to last. Best of all, every table in the collection can be built for under $25 in lumber.
Dimensions
Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.
What you need
- 2 - 2x4 @ 8 feet long or stud length
- 1 - 2x6 @ 12 feet long
- 20 - 2-1/2" pocket hole screws (recommended for hidden joinery)
- 20 - 2-3/4" self tapping star bit screws
- medium grit sandpaper
- wood stain
Try to find "whitewood" or yellow toned lumber, this will be much easier to work with
- 2 - 2x6 @ 48" - tabletop
- 1 - 2x6 @ 43" - bottom shelf
- 4 - 2x4 @ 27-1/8" - legs, long point to short point measurement, both ends cut at 5 degree off square bevel, ends ARE parallel
- 2 - 2x4 @ 10-1/2" - top cleat, long point to long point measurement, both ends cut at 5 degree off square, ends NOT parallel
- 2 - 2x4 @ 8-3/8" - top cleat, long point to long point measurement, both ends cut at 5 degree off square, ends NOT parallel
- 2 - 2x4 @ 4-3/8" - top cleat, long point to long point measurement, both ends cut at 5 degree off square, ends NOT parallel
- measuring tape
- pencil
- safety glasses
- kreg-jig
- drill
- compound miter saw
Step by step
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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.
