Updated plans for the Tryde Coffee Table. Build your own solid wood rustic coffee table! Free plans from Ana-White.com

Preparation
6 - 2x4 @ 8 feet long
1 - 4x4 @ 6 feet long
100 - 2 1/2" Pocket hole screws, coarse thread
8 - 2x4 @ 47 1/2"
2 - 2x4 @ 28" (recommend cutting to fit after step 1)
2 - 2x4 @ 18"
2 - 2x4 @ 42 1/2"
4 - 4x4 @ 16 1/2"
Please read through the entire plan and all comments before beginning this project. It is also advisable to review the Getting Started Section. Take all necessary precautions to build safely and smartly. Work on a clean level surface, free of imperfections or debris. Always use straight boards. Check for square after each step. Always predrill holes before attaching with screws. Use glue with finish nails for a stronger hold. Wipe excess glue off bare wood for stained projects, as dried glue will not take stain. Be safe, have fun, and ask for help if you need it. Good luck!
Instructions
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Now let's move on to the legs.
Take a scrap piece of 1/2" plywood and use it as a spacer to elevate your apron when attaching to the legs to get the 1/2" inset. Remember to face the 1 1/2" pocket holes in the aprons facing upward for attaching the tabletop in last step.
Build two end aprons/leg sets.
Step 4
It is always recommended to apply a test coat on a hidden area or scrap piece to ensure color evenness and adhesion. Use primer or wood conditioner as needed.
Comments
Katie Rogers (not verified)
Tue, 10/30/2012 - 13:55
I love your blog. I'm so
I love your blog. I'm so interested in how you live in Alaska, it's so different from how I live in South Carolina, it might as well be in a different country. I'm looking forward to those posts!
Ellen T (not verified)
Tue, 10/30/2012 - 15:35
Help, please!?
Love your site and book! My friends and family are amazed at all I've made- seven of your projects in the last two months with zero experience! All thanks to you. Now, please, would you do a floating modern vanity? We are remodeling our bathroom and after prodding my husband for two years, he is now waiting on me :). I really want to do it but just can't really get a plan together. Help! And, side note, I moved from Fairbanks two rears ago - miss it so much.
smacneil
Wed, 10/31/2012 - 00:47
Kreg-a-riffic!
Ana do you know that you've become part of the family catch-ups in our house? how was your day... what's new with your brother... what's Ana teaching you today...
also since I learned about the Kreg jig here, and bought one, we have been using "Kreg" as a verb LOL! hubby will find a plan online and ask "hey babe, can you make this? maybe you can Kreg it up or something"
Thank you for this revised plan, it's my next project!
keep up the great work!
whitney_smith
Wed, 10/31/2012 - 06:18
<3
I love so much about this post! :)
Joe (not verified)
Thu, 11/01/2012 - 13:30
Breadboad edges
Like it a lot. Functional, good looking, easy to build -- it has everything.Think I'll make one and end tables to match. Easy to adapt the design...
That said, builders need to be careful when attaching the BB ends. Attaching these too firmly may cause issues down the road when the wood expands and contracts (as they all do). This can result in the top splitting.
Use a pocket hole in the middle and at a couple of points on either side. Secure the middle one pretty tight (with a touch of glue here) and the other pocket screws just a bit on the loose side (NO GLUE on these however!).
This will help keep it from splitting as the humidity changes in the house and the seasons.
Keep up the great blog - I really enjoy reading it!
Sara W. (not verified)
Tue, 11/06/2012 - 11:46
Aww...this brings back memories lol!
This cofffee table and the whole "Tryde" collection were some of our first building projects in my house! I still love the look on people's faces when I tell them we made that :). Thanks for all you do Ana! You kickstarted my DIY spirit and I've been working on it ever since.
Mike C (not verified)
Sat, 12/01/2012 - 07:58
Tryde Coffee table question
My wife and I are about to tackle our first project (Tryde coffee table - updated). In the photos of the coffee there are 7 boards that make up the tabletop, but in the instructions it says you need 8 2x4s (47-1/2 inches long) and in the illustrations it shows using 8 boards for the tabletop, but if you do that the 28-inch breadboard ends will not fit properly as the width would be 32 inches if you use all 8 of the 47-1/2 inch 2x4s. So either you need to use only 7 of the long boards or make your breadboard ends 32 inches long. Right?
KristiL (not verified)
Sun, 12/02/2012 - 16:12
@ Mike C
Mike, 2x4's are actually 1.5x3.5 So 3.5x8=28. So she wrote it down correctly. http://ana-white.com/2011/03/how-do-i-get-started Under step three Ana wrote out a table for us, it should help you
Mike C (not verified)
Mon, 12/03/2012 - 15:23
Now that we have started
Now that we have started putting the table together I see that it will all fit using the eight boards which do measure to 3.5 inches. It all makes sense now. But the picture still shows only 7 boards making up the tabletop. Thanks for the reply.
KristiL (not verified)
Mon, 12/03/2012 - 16:12
@ Mike C
Glad you have it figured out. Yes, the plans of the finished product do show 7 where Ana's plans have 8. No idea why Jeff built it differently but everyone tweeks things a little as needed. I'd always refer to the actual plans to verify how it will look and read the post (if available) from the person who did the actual building to see what you're getting into. Never hurts to know more in advance. Hope it turns out wonderful!