SUPPLIES
- 4 by 8 feet 1/2-inch sheet of high-quality smooth-finish plywood
- 3 6-foot 2-by-4 boards
- 2 6-foot 4-by-4 boards
- Measuring tape
- Circular saw
- Sander
- Wood stain or paint
- 1 1/2-inch wood screws
- 2 1/2-inch wood screws
- Screwdriver
Overview
Pub tables are perfect for a casual eating area or next to a pool. They are a foot or two higher than regular tables, and allow guests to gather around with a small plate of food and a drink. Building a small 3-foot by 4-foot wooden pub table is a fairly simple task. All that you need are a few carpentry tools, plywood, wood stain or paint, and hardware.
Cutting the Pieces
Step 1
Draw out a 3-by-4 foot rectangular piece from the plywood for the top of the table. Cut out this piece with the circular saw.
Step 2
Now saw two pieces of the 4-feet long 2 by 4.
Step 3
Cut three pieces of 2 by 4 that are each 2 foot 9 inches.
Step 4
Next, saw four pieces measuring 3-feet from the 4 by 4s for the legs of the table.
Step 5
Sand all the rough edges of the cut wood. Apply wood stain or paint, and allow it to dry.
Assembling the Table
Step 1
Construct the frame for the table using the five sections of 2-by-4 boards. Place the two 4-foot sections on edge parallel to each other 3 feet apart. Position two of the 2 foot 9-inch sections between them to form a rectangular frame. Fasten together all four sections by driving two 2 1/2-inch screws through both ends of the 4-foot sections into the shorter ones.
Step 2
Add the center support beam. Put the other 2-foot 9-inch 2 by 4 on edge, running through the center of the frame perpendicular to the 4-foot sides. Attach this section to the frame by driving two 2 1/2-inch screws through the 4-foot sides of the frame into each end.
Step 3
Align the plywood table top over the frame. Drive 1 1/2-inch screws through the plywood every 6 inches all the way around the edge into the frame, including the center beam.
Step 4
Flip the finished portion over on the top of the table and attach the four legs. Sit one 4-by-4 piece on end against each inside corner, and drive two 1/2-inch screws through the frame into them. Use two screws on both sides of the frame that each leg touches.
Step 5
Stand table up on the legs. Drive a 1 1/2-inch screw through each corner of the table top into all four legs for extra support.
TIPS AND WARNINGS
- WARNING : Be cautious when using power tools.
