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

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

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

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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.

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

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

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

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.

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