Build your own end tables! These gorgeous rustic style end tables are built from 2x4s and lumber. We love the large size and the open bottom shelf. Stain or paint any color. Our beginner friendly plans make it easy with step by step diagrams, shopping list and cut list.
Also in this Collection: Rustic X Console Table, Rustic X Coffee Table and Rustic X Bench Plans

Preparation
- 2 - 2x4 @ 8 feet long
- 1 - 1x12 @ 3 feet long
- 2 - 2x2 @ 8 feet long
- 2 - 2x6 @ 8 feet long corner bracket hardware decorative bolts
- 2 1/2" and 1 1/4" Pocket Hole screws
- wood glue
- 8 - 2X4 @ 22 1/2" - Legs
- 4 - 2X2 @ 16" - Trim
- 2 - 1X12 @ 16" - Bottom shelf
- 2 - 2X2 @ 26 1/2" (LONG POINT TO SHORT POINT, ENDS ARE PARALLEL, 50 DEGREES OFF SQUARE) *
- 4 - 2x2 @ 13 1/4" (Longest edge, one end cut at 50 degrees off square, other end cut at 10 degrees off square, see diagram) *
- 5 - 2x6 @ 27" - Top
*You may wish to trace and cut these in place
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 4
Now it's time to fit your cross braces. A standard miter saw should cut a 50 degree angle off square. If not, you will need to mark it with a square (remember 50 degrees is off square, so that means the angle off the board edge would be 40 degrees.
Another trick is to just hold the board in place, mark the angles, and cut. These aren't support boards or anything like that, so some glue and a few nails or countersunk screws from top/bottom will do the trick.
TIP: We recommend building the entire X first, the attaching the complete X inside the end table.
Step 5
Step 6
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
Emilynhok
Fri, 10/16/2015 - 16:01
Perfect little table to cover my random electrical outlet!
Love this! This is my 3rd project and still learning a little from my mistakes. But practice makes perfect right?! I made the large porch bench with the rustic x's and had some left over wood to make this table. Thanks Ana for all the wonderful plans you provide. You're awesome!
Welderman
Sat, 12/19/2015 - 21:14
hi new to woodworking here.
hi new to woodworking here. why does the drawing say to use 1 1/2 and 2 1/12 ph?
In reply to hi new to woodworking here. by Welderman
Wrighthandyman
Sun, 12/20/2015 - 11:21
pocket hole requirements
Welderman
Sun, 12/20/2015 - 05:54
PH screws
So am I supposed to use 1 1/2 ph and 2 1/2 ph screws or is it one or the other?
In reply to PH screws by Welderman
AmyMiLo
Mon, 12/21/2015 - 13:00
The pocket holes will be 1 1
The pocket holes will be 1 1/2 , the pocket hole screws will be 2 1/2.
Took me awhile to figure that out too, I had to search threw all the comments.
In reply to The pocket holes will be 1 1 by AmyMiLo
AmyMiLo
Mon, 12/21/2015 - 13:01
through" lordy.
through" lordy.
denitabergen
Tue, 05/31/2016 - 07:44
Rustic X square coffee table?
Love the X tables, heading out to buy my lumber today for 2 end tables. But I really LOVE the look of the square coffee table. Do plans exist for a Rustic X Square coffee table? Not the rectangle design.
jgoellner
Mon, 06/06/2016 - 16:51
Decorative Bolts and Bracket
I was wondering what size the bolts and brackets you used are. I saw that you just used bolts and brackets you bought at lowes.
HarleyL7
Tue, 06/14/2016 - 13:45
PH screws won't hold
I am using 2 and 1/2 PH screws and it's always loose or it goes thrush to the other side of the board.
Rfillmore
Thu, 06/23/2016 - 11:39
Quick question
I am going to use Wenge 2X6s for the table top and a dark finish on pine for the rest of the table. Once everything is cut to size and prepped, would you stain the pine before final assembly or assemble and then stain? Thanks