
Big, bold furniture is in—but the prices? Not so fun. This DIY dovetail console table gives you that chunky, designer look for under $150—and it’s built to last.
Featuring dovetail-look joinery reminiscent of classic timber beams, this console table brings craftsmanship and presence to any space. Whether you stain it dark, keep it natural, or paint it to match your style—you choose the finish.
This free plan includes everything you need to build it yourself:
- Cut list
- Cut diagrams
- Shopping list
- Step-by-step diagrams
- Video tutorial
- Matching plans in the collection
Why spend thousands on a trendy accent piece that could go out of style next year? DIY the entire collection for a fraction of the cost—and love every piece for years to come.
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Preparation
- 5 - 1x8 @ 96" long
- 2 - 1x8 @ 72" long - cut top boards from these boards
- 1-1/4" pocket hole screws (pack of 100)
- 1-1/4" brad nails
- 2 - 1x8 @ 72" - both ends beveled at 45 degrees, long point to long point measurement
- 4 - 1x8 @ 30" - one end beveled at 45 degrees, long point measurement
- 4 - 1x8 @ 30"
- 2 - 1x8 @ about 57-1/2" - measure and cut to fit
- 4 - 1x8 @ 29-1/4"
Cutting Layout Diagram
NOTE: The 72" top pieces are cut from the 1x8s @ 72" long
Precise cutting is very important in this project plan. Use a miter saw that is calibrated.
Instructions
Step 1
Make sure the two top board pieces are cut to exactly the same length, with ends beveled.
Drill 3/4" pocket holes along one edge of one of the boards. Join together with 1-1/4" pocket hole screws.
NOTE: Reference Skill 8 in my 12 Skills to Build Your Own Furniture Course for joining together perfectly without a big work table.
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
Join the final inside leg pieces together.
I drilled two 3/4" pocket holes on the panels, on the FINISHED side, at the TOP so I could attach the panels the top, on the underside.
Then I set the panels in place and attached with brad nails to the legs.
Then I attached on the inside to the underside of the top through the pocket holes.
I sanded the entire project in the direction of the wood grain.
I removed all sanding residue.
I added a coat of clear polyurethane to the top to protect it.