Build your own farmhouse table! We love this slightly more formal version with the curved leg pedestals, and the X base. Our free plans include step by step diagrams, shopping list and cut list.
We recommend this bench plan (adjust length to suit) with this table.

Preparation
9 - 2 x 6 x 8'
9 - 2 x 4 x 8'
1 - 1 x 4 x 8'
- 8 - 2x6 @ 83 1/2" (tabletop boards) - use this measurement, not the measurement in the diagram
- 2 - 2x6 @ 44" (breadboard ends) - CUT TO FIT!!!
- 3 - 2x4 @ 38" (long point to long point, ends cut at 30 degrees off square, ends are NOT parallel)
- 4 - 2x4 @ 35 1/2" (long point to long point, ends cut at 30 degrees off square, ends are NOT parallel)
- 4 - 2x4 @ 33" (long point to long point, ends cut at 30 degrees off square, ends are NOT parallel)
- 8 - 2x4 @ 20 1/4"
- 2 - 1x4 @ 36"
- 1 - 2x4 @ 64"
- 1 - 2x4 or 2x2 @ 68 5/8" (long point to short point, both ends cut PARALLEL at 20 degrees off square)
- 2 - 2x4 or 2x2 @ 34" (longest point measurement, both ends cut INWARD from measurement, one at 50 degrees off square and one at 20 degrees off square)
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
Build your tabletop first with 1 1/2" pocket holes and 2 1/2" pocket hole screws. A trick I do is build the tabletop without breadboard ends first. Then I take a circular saw (using a clamped board as a guide) and run it down the end edges to make sure all my boards are exactly the same length. Then I measure and cut the breadboard end to fit and attach it.
For a smoother tabletop, try using tongue and groove for the tabletop boards.
Step 2
Step 4
Step 9
Step 10
If your saw doesn't do 50 degree miters, what you can do is just use 2x2s at an angle cut (you can make angle cuts with a circular saw to just about any degree), cutting two 2x2s the full length and overlappping them, crossing in the middle. Then you can go back and fill in the spaces with 2x2s if you want.
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
Pursuit of Handyness
Sun, 06/16/2013 - 21:55
Making this table for outdoor use
Hello, I'm in the middle of making this table now. I've cut all my boards and squared all of the lumber. Im making this table for outdoor use. As far as the table top goes, Should I not use pocket holes to assemble the top? Don't I need space between the boards to allow water to drain?
rhonit
Tue, 06/25/2013 - 10:21
spacers for table top
you can use just about anything for spacers, 16 penny nails, washers and even quarters. it all depends on the width of the space you want.
Jacob
Fri, 07/19/2013 - 06:15
What type of species of wood was used here?
This table almost looks like it was done with a softwood (SPF)? If that is the case, will you be painting it?
In reply to What type of species of wood was used here? by Jacob
JenWoodhouse.com
Thu, 07/25/2013 - 06:03
2x4s and 2x6s
Hi Jacob,
Yes, the wood is a softwood species. The 2x6s are douglas fir and the 2x4s are spruce. I'll be posting the full finishing tutorial soon... it was a 10-step process to get that beautiful Restoration Hardware-inspired look! Stay tuned...
mollanma
Thu, 07/25/2013 - 13:05
Matching Bench
Amazing table and detailed instructions! Any details or similar instructions on making matching benches for the table?
jthommarson
Wed, 03/12/2014 - 06:51
Smaller size?
I would love to make this table, but I need it smaller. Could I just take a foot or so off of all the table top dimensions and cross supports?
joelt
Sun, 05/18/2014 - 21:12
Step 1 and Step 3
Hi,
Thanks for posting this. Working on doing something similar here. Two questions: On step one, roughly how many pocket screws are needed to attach the table top boards to each other (as opposed to the breadboards)?
On step 3, how is the curved edge board attached to the underside of the table top? Via counter-sunk screws coming down from table top?
Thanks!
KatieN
Mon, 07/21/2014 - 20:03
.pdf plans
I love all the tables for this site! I finally chose this one but have noticed that every single one ive looked at have .pdf links that are not working. Did they possibly get moved?
KatieN
Tue, 07/22/2014 - 09:50
and after digging on the FB
and after digging on the FB page, I've just read you're in the middle of a site upgrade. My apologies!
KatieN
Tue, 07/22/2014 - 09:50
and after digging on the FB
and after digging on the FB page, I've just read you're in the middle of a site upgrade. My apologies!