How to Make an Easy Modern Dining Table With Limited Tools
It was a bit challenging to come up with the design of the base and make it sturdy but I was so not disappointed and today will show you how to make an easy DIY modern dining table in no time!
For this project, I used red oak for this project and the overall cost of lumber was $300. I bought premade legs from Table legs to save time and make sure that my dining table has a perfect base. To be honest, I was intimidated and afraid to make four legs and end up with an uneven product. I chose the easy way out and have no regrets because this table looks stunning this way.
Find super detailed post on how to make this dining table on my blog.
Measure 5 boards at 65". Use a speed square to make sure it's a perfect 90-degree angle.
Set up Kreg jig for the right settings and make pocket holes throughout your boards.
Add wood glue on one board and attach it to another one with pocket holes. Move forward one by one. Let it dry.
Make pocket holes and attach it on the sides.
Take your legs and place them on the tabletop to determine the positioning of your legs and aprons.
Cut 5/4x4" to length (in my case it's 26" and 50").
I wanted to have a gap from the legs to make it look more professional. To archive that, simply put a 1/2" plywood under your apron when attaching it to the legs.
Make four 12" planks and cut a 45-degree angle on both sides using miter saw.
Make pocket holes on both sides of the boards and attach them to the aprons. This will add strength to this easy DIY dining table.
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