2x4 End Table
Intro: 2x4 End Table
Today I will show you how to build a modern end table with a leftover 2x4 and some scrap wood. I got the idea from a picture I saw one time and decided i would make it for the 2x4 contest.
Tools:
Miter saw
Sander
Band saw
Materials:
10' 2x4
Walnut scraps
Screws
Plugs
STEP 1: Cut the Peices
You'll need to cut out seven pieces. 6 are 14 inches long and 1 is 24 inches long.The one that is 24'' long will serve as the leg. I assume that you can look at the pictures and figure out how to cut the 45 degree angles.
STEP 2: Sand
This step is simple. All you do is sand... and sand... and sand. 2x4s are not the nicest wood so it can be difficult to make nice things out of them. A planer would make this much easier, but I don't have one.
STEP 3: Assemble (Without Glue)
STEP 4: Glue
STEP 5:
STEP 6: Make the Tabletop
STEP 7: More Sanding
STEP 8: Finishing
STEP 9: Done!
STEP 10: Update
I decided I wasn't very fond of the 2x4 and painted it white. It looks much nicer than the plain 2x4. Also, it will hold as much as any other end table. I got lot of comments about whether it could hold weight or not. I tested it with a lamp , a Bible and my tablet, as said in one comment, passed with flying colors. There was no sag or tilt at all.
91 Comments
cdvdson1 4 years ago
CDCHawaii 5 years ago
Moats Custom Woodworking 6 years ago
Nice job isaylor. I have some leftover 2by6s and some walnut. I will try this IMMEDIATELY!!
TonyN45 7 years ago
Nice design and pics. I will attempt to make it this weekend and post a pic. Wish me luck!......THX
warriorethos2 8 years ago
isaylor, great job on the table. Your instructions and pictures will make it easy for anyone to build a table. Any tips on maintenance of the table? Good luck in the contest.
isaylor 8 years ago
lmjagiello 8 years ago
Absolutely love this! Thank you for posting.
isaylor 8 years ago
sophatroph 8 years ago
This is so beautiful! And all of your steps are very clear and concise. Nicely done.
isaylor 8 years ago
mouse1234 8 years ago
Me again, as I read my message to you it might not have been clear as to what opening I was referring to--I meant where you used the walnut wood. Thanks so much :)
isaylor 8 years ago
mouse1234 8 years ago
Hi, I loved this very modern and chic looking table. This looks as nice as some in ALL MODERN, and IKIA that I've seen. I would like to know the size of the opening if you could provide that to me, I would appreciate it. As others have said, and I agree...Very Well Done !!!
abedabund 8 years ago
I absolutely love this! Simple, clean style yet functional.
isaylor 8 years ago
wastavros 8 years ago
very cool. simply funcitionial and beautiful
isaylor 8 years ago
cyrademacher 8 years ago
I love it. I'm always looking for ways to use up my offcuts. This is an awesome contemporary, simple design. Nicely done.
isaylor 8 years ago
PatrickW51 8 years ago
Brilliant! So simple and totally awesome! 5 stars :D