Smaller Rustic X end table

I built these two end tables from the rustic x end table plans. I tweaked the original plan to make them smaller. I only used 4 - 2x6's for the top instead of using 5, and I used 2 - 2x6's for the bottom shelf instead of using the 2 - 1x12's. My top is 20x22.5 and the base is 18x18.

Built from Plan(s)

Rustic X End Table

Estimated Cost

$12/table

Estimated Time Investment

Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)

Finish Used

I started off with a blend of minwax classic grey, rustoleum sunbleach, and rustoleum kona (I was going for a weathered grey look). It looked good on the scrap piece i tried, but it turned a blueish grey on the tables. I then covered everything with minwax ebony to try an kill the blue tint and darken it. It ended up being a dark brown with some gray tones. Finished with minwax satin polyurethane. I spent alot more time playing around with stain colors than I did actually building the tables.

Recommended Skill Level

Beginner

Comments

Bobcan (not verified)

Fri, 09/28/2012 - 10:36

Rustic Table

Great job ! these Rustic table are good for interior design and make a good look .I read this , have good price ,timing ,wood and also your hard work .

jhmesa

Wed, 04/20/2016 - 05:43

smaller tables

i love this! we just built the bigger one to find out it was a bit too big but we were still able to find a place for it. my husband and I are going to build your smaller version cant wait!