This fine looking specimen has quite a bit in common with one of our most loved on project plans, the Indoor / Outdoor Provence Beam Dining Table, but if you notice the fancy schmancy truss setup supporting this table, it is essentially like the Provence on steroids. So my friends, I will go so far as to say that if you have your heart set on the Provence, but you like an element of this new exciting guy, then by all means, build the Provence and add any modification from this set of plans to give it a little extra something. Or just build this table. Whatevs.
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- Tape Measure
- Saw – Jig Saw, Circular, Table, or Miter Saw
- Drill
- Multi-Square and Carpenter’s Square
- Sander
- Kreg Jig – if you build frequently, invest in this one.
- Nail Gun
- 1 – 4×4 at 8’
- 20 – 2×4 at 8’
- 2-1/2″ Pocket Hole Screws
- 2-1/2″ Wood Screws
- Countersink Drill Bit
- Pocket Hole Plugs – Paint Grade, Pine, Oak – optional
- Clamps
- Safety Gear
- Wood Filler
- Wood Glue
- Sanding Supplies
- Paste Wax
- Finishing Supplies
// Refer to specific steps in this plan before cutting pieces – some pieces are cut with angled ends and their exact measurements may differ from the measurements listed below. Measurements listed below are PRE-BEVEL dimensions and the actual end measurements will change once cut according to specific steps.
- 2 – 2×4 at 35” – Side Top
- 2 – 4×4 at 35” – Side Bottom
- 4 – 2×4 at 25” – Side Outsides
- 4 – 2×4 at 10” – Side Inside A
- 2 – 2×4 at 10-3/4” – Side Inside B
- 2 – 2×4 at 15-3/4” – Side Inside C
- 2 – 2×4 at 27-3/4” – Side Inside D
- 1 – 2×4 at 89” – Center Bottom
- 2 – 2×4 at 7-3/4” – Center Outside A
- 2 – 2×4 at 20-3/4” – Center Outside B
- 1 – 2×4 at 39-3/4” – Center Inside A
- 1 – 2×4 at 27” – Center Inside B
- 1 – 2×4 at 67-1/4” – Center Inside C
- 12 – 2×4 at 96” – Table Top Boards
- 2 – 2×4 at 42” – Table Ends
Before beginning to build, always check in on my site to make sure you have the most up to date set of plans, I occasionally update and change the plans to make the building process easier or to allow for less expensive purchasing of materials! Read through the entire set of instructions and all comments before beginning this project. If you print out or save plans, be sure to check in on my site to be sure you have the most up to date set of plans, as I occasionally update things for ease of building or buying. If you are new to building, read through the GETTING STARTED section and other articles found under the BUILD tab in the menu on my site, it has valuable information about how to get started, tools and techniques. If you are unfamiliar with the finishing process, visit my Finishing school for some tips and tricks for painting like a pro and for special finishing practices. Use glue to secure your joints and Consider Painting or Staining individual sections prior to assembling. This makes the paint application virtually flawless. Coat with a spray on Poly or Wipe on Poly to protect your finish and your piece and it will last for ages. Adhere to all safety standards and guidelines, and be sure you follow safety protocol throughout your build. If you are unsure about whether you are building safely, run a quick online search for the tool or technique you are using, or contact me via email or post to the forum before you move ahead. My contact info can be found in the menu of my site.
Cut the pieces for the Side Top and Side Bottom (current pieces shown in white for each step).
Next, cut the pieces for the Side Outsides. Set the Kreg jig for 1-1/2” material and drill pocket holes in both ends of each Side Outside piece. For this Table, we have located the pocket holes either facing the inside of the Table or facing the ground. Assemble as shown with glue and 2-1/2” pocket screws.
Cut the pieces for the Side Insides. Using the Kreg jig, drill pocket holes in both ends of each Side Inside piece. Assemble as shown with glue and 2-1/2” pocket screws.
Cut the piece for the Center Bottom.
Next, cut the pieces for the Center Outsides. Using the Kreg jig, drill pocket holes in both ends of each Center Outside piece. Assemble as shown with glue and 2-1/2” pocket screws.
Cut the pieces for the Center Insides. Using the Kreg jig, drill pocket holes in both ends of each Center Inside piece. Assemble as shown with glue and 2-1/2” pocket screws.
Cut the pieces for Table Top Boards and Table Top Ends. Using the Kreg jig, drill pocket holes in both ends of each Table Top Board. To make sure that the Table Top is as flat as possible, drill several pocket holes along the long side of the Table Top Boards as shown below. Assemble as shown with glue and 2-1/2” pocket screws.
(Bottom view)
Lay the assembled Table Top on the ground with its bottom facing up. Next, position the assembled Table Sides on each end of the Table Top as shown below. The Table Sides will be positioned 3-1/2” from both the long and short edges of the Table Top. Attach the Table Sides to the Table Top with 2-1/2” wood screws through the Side Top into the Table Top. Drill pilot holes if necessary.
With the Table still upside down, place the assembled Table Center onto the Table Top, between the Table Sides as shown. Center Inside A and Center Inside C will be 8” from the Table Sides and 19-1/4” from the Table Top edges. The Center Bottom will be centered on the Side Bottoms, with 15-3/4” on each side as shown. Assemble as shown with glue and 2-1/2” pocket screws. Flip this fancy table over and admire all those angle cuts!
Fill any Screw, Nail or Pocket Holes, Sand and Finish as Desired. For Finishing Tips and Tricks visit my Finishing School
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