Play Table Plans

This step by step diy woodworking project is about play table plans. If you want to learn how to build a small play table with storage, we recommend you pay attention to the instructions described in this article and to check out the related projects. There are many things that you could build for your kids, so it essential to have several options to choose from.

Invest in quality lumber from the very beginning, if you want to build a durable play table with a nice appearance. Cedar, redwood or pine are proper choices, as they have a nice finish and are easy to work with. Make sure the components are perfectly straight and in a very good visual condition. Ask for a few estimates from different lumberyards before buying the materials.

There are several ways in which you can join the components together, but the easiest and most accurate method is to drill pocket holes and to insert galvanized screws. Add waterproof glue to the joints if you want to enhance the bond. Align all the components and make sure the corners are right-angled before driving the screws in. Smooth the surface and apply a few coats of paint to protect the wood from splitting. See all my Premium Plans in the Shop.

 

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Building a play table

Building a play table

Building a play table

 

Materials

  • A – 4 pieces of 2×2 lumber – 23″ long LEGS
  • B – 4 pieces of 1×6 lumber – 18″ long SUPPORTS
  • C – 1 piece of 3/4″ plywood – 18″ x 18″ long SHELF
  • D – 4 pieces of 1×3 lumber – 18″ long SUPPORTS
  • E – 1 piece of 3/4″ plywood – 24″ x 24″ long TABLETOP

  • 1 piece of 3/4″ plywood – 4’x4′
  • 1 piece of 2×2 lumber – 10 ft
  • 1 piece of 1×6 lumber – 6 ft
  • 1 piece of 1×3 lumber – 6 ft

Tools

Tips

  • Apply several coats of wood stain to the wooden components
  • Fill the holes with wood filler and smooth the surface

Time

  • One Day

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Play table plans

Building the bottom shelf

Building the bottom shelf

 

The first step of the project is to build the frame of the play table. As you can easily notice in the image, you need build the legs out of 2×2 lumber and the braces out of 1×6 slats. Align the component at both ends, making sure sure the corners are right-angled, before inserting the screws.

Smart Tip: Use a jig to drill pocket holes at both ends of the legs before inserting the 1 1/4″ screws into the legs. Add glue to the joints if you want to enhance the bond of the components.

 

Fitting the shelf

Fitting the shelf

 

Continue the woodworking project by attaching the bottom shelf between the wooden components, as in the plans. Cut the piece of 3/4″ plywood at the right size, drill pocket holes along the edges and insert the screws into the braces.

 

Attaching the tabletop supports

Attaching the tabletop supports

 

Next, you should attach the tabletop supports to the top of the wooden legs. Drill pocket holes at both ends of the 1×3 supports and insert the screws into the legs. Add glue to the joints, if you want to enhance the rigidity of the frame.

 

Attaching the tabletop

Attaching the tabletop

 

If you want to get the job done in a professional manner, we recommend you to make the tabletop out of a 24″ x 24″ project panel. Drill pocket holes through the supports and insert screws into the tabletop. Make sure you center the tabletop to the frame in a professional manner.

 

Play table plans

Play table plans

 

Last but not least, we recommend you to take care of the finishing touches. Fill the holes with wood filler and let it to dry out for several hours. Afterwards, smooth the wooden surface with fine-grit sandpaper and vacuum the residues.

Smart Tip: Apply several coats of stain or paint to the wooden components, if you want to protect them from decay and to enhance the look of the play table. If you want to get this plan as a PDF file, please take a look over the GET PDF PLANS button bellow. Thank you for the support!

 

 

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