This step by step diy woodworking project is about how to build a sawhorse table. If you are looking for an unique design for your kitchen table, we strongly recommend you to pay attention to these plans, as our project might suit your needs and tastes. Work with attention and with great care and plan every aspect of the construction project, if you want to get a professional result.
On the other hand, you should make sure the materials used for the project are in a great condition and have a nice finish. Therefore, cedar, redwood or pine are great choices, especially if you are willing to invest in the project a decent amount of money. Don’t forget that you should adjust the size and the design of the table, as to match the style of the furniture and to fit within your budget.
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Sawhorse table plans
Building a sawhorse table
Materials
- A – 4 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 27 3/4” long LEGS
- B – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 23 1/2” long, 4 pieces – 8 1/2″, 1 piece – 59″ long FRAME
- C – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 38 1/2″ long SUPPORTS
- D – 7 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 84” long TABLETOP
- 3 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 10 ft
- 7 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 8 ft
- 2 1/2″ screws
- 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
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How to build a sawhorse table
Building the tabletop
The first step of the home project is to build the tabletop. As you can easily notice in the image, we recommend you to lay the 2×6 boards on a level surface and to secure them to two wooden supports.
Building the legs
The next step of the woodworking project is to attach the legs to the tabletop. As you can easily notice in the plans, we recommend you to cut the ends of the 2×6 slats at about 10 degrees (you can easily adjust the angle to fit your needs). Drill pocket holes at one end of the slats and lock them into place with galvanized screws and waterproof glue.
Attaching the braces
Continue the project by building the braces and locking them into place. Cut the components at the right size and lock them between the legs, as shown in the plans. Use screws and glue to secure the braces into place.
Fitting the stretcher
Although this step is optional, we strongly recommend you to consider adding a stretcher to the sawhorse table. Cut the component at the right size and attach it between the sides of the table with screws. Drilling pocket holes would enhance the rigidity of the structure and help you build a table with a neat look.
How to build a sawhorse 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.
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