How to build a kids table

This step by step diy woodworking project is about how to build a kids table. If you want to learn more about building a table, we recommend you to pay attention to the instructions described in the article. There are so many bar plans and designs to choose from, so make sure you take a close look over the rest of the related woodworking projects that are featured on our website.

Before starting the actual construction project, we recommend you to plan everything, as to save money and to keep the costs under control. Adjust the size and the design of the table to suit your needs. In addition, we recommend you to invest in high-quality materials, such as pine, redwood or cedar, as they have a nice finish and are highly durable, especially in a humid environment.

If you don’t have a rich expertise in woodworking field, you should ask a friend to give you a hand with the project. There are many things that you could go wrong, so make sure you plan everything and invest in quality materials. Select the lumber with attention, making sure the components are perfectly straight and in a very good condition. Use a carpentry square to check if the corners are right-angled. See all my Premium Plans in the Shop.

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Kids table plans

Building a kids table

Materials

A – 4 pieces of 2×2 lumber – 17 1/4″ long LEGS
B – 4 pieces of 1×3 lumber – 17″ long APRONS
C – 1 piece of 3/4″ plywood – 24″x24″ long TABLETOP

1 piece of 2×2 lumber – 8 ft
1 piece of 1×3 lumber – 8 ft
1 piece of 3/4″ plywood – 4’x4′
1 1/4″ screws
glue, stain
wood filler

Tools

Safety gloves, glasses
Miter saw, jigsaw
Chalk line, tape measure, spirit level, carpentry pencil
Drill machinery and drill bits

Tips

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

Time

One Day

Building the sides of the table

The first step of the woodworking project is to build the sides of the kids table. Build the legs out of 2×2 lumber and the aprons out of 1×3 lumber. Drill pocket holes at both ends of the aprons and secure them to the legs with 1 1/4″ screws. Make sure the corners are right-angled and add waterproof glue to enhance the rigidity of the joints.

Building the frame of the table

Next, lock the two sides of the table together, by fitting the rest of the aprons. Drill pocket holes at both ends of the aprons and lock them to the legs with galvanized screws. Add waterproof glue to the joints and make sure the corners are square. Leave no gaps between the components when inserting the screws.

Attaching the tabletop

Cut the tabletop out of 3/4″ plywood and lay it on a level surface. Center the frame of the table on the tabletop, drill pocket holes through the aprons and insert 1 1/4″ screws. Add glue to create a durable and rigid structure.

How to build a kids table

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 small table.

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