Free plans to build a Farmhouse Table. This table has been built tens of thousands of times and is loved the world over for it's basic material composition, simple clean lines, easy to build steps, and sturdy, functional size. Our step by step plans with diagrams make it easy.
This plan uses pocket holes and is the updated plan. We also have this plan available to build without pocket holes.

Preparation
- 4 - 2x4 @ 8 feet long
- 1 - 4x4 @ 10 feet long
- 4 - 2x8 @ 6 feet long
- 1 - 2x8 @ 8 feet long (breadboard ends)
- 1 - 2x10 @ 6 feet long
- 4 - 4x4 posts @ 29" (legs)
- 2 - 2x4 @ 67" (long aprons)
- 2 - 2x4 @ 27" (short aprons)
- 1 - 2x4 @ 74" (stretcher)
- 2 - 2x4 @ 34" (stretcher supports)
- 4 - 2x8 @ 70.5" (table top planks)
- 1 - 2x10@ 70-1/2" (center table top plank -- I had to use one 2x10 to get the right overall width)
- 2 - 2x8 ~38" (breadboard ends -- measure your joined tabletop before cutting these)
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
First, cut and notch out the 4x4s. If you can get your home improvement store to make square cuts, ask them to cut your 4x4s. Otherwise, you'll need a 12" (maybe a 10" will work too) miter saw or set your circular saw to the deepest possible cut. Cut one side, flip the 4x4 and finish the cut on the bottom side. Sand until cut is smooth. You'll probably add cork or felt pads under the legs later on to level table up and protect your floor.
Then notch out the stretcher joint as shown in diagram. Definitely practice first on a scrap if you can. This is easier to do than it looks - just be sure to get the top and bottom cut right, and it will all work out!
Step 2
Step 3
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
birdsandsoap
Mon, 11/12/2012 - 10:49
I like this a lot!
this table turned out beautiful and the finish is great.
hawkingbrandy
Tue, 05/21/2019 - 23:15
Me too!
Me too!
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Wed, 02/24/2021 - 01:25
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Sarah @ ROR (not verified)
Mon, 11/12/2012 - 12:31
love this one!
So gorgeous and clean! I just started reading your site a month ago and keep coming back for more. I featured you on my blog today as a huge source of inspiration for me. (rain-on-roses.blogspot.com) Congrats on the book, I'm so happy for you!
MattVD (not verified)
Mon, 11/19/2012 - 11:09
Great update!!!
I decided to make a farmhouse table using your plans 2 weeks back, but decided to adjust the plans for pocket holes. After I had already started, you posted this update!! Happy to see that I pretty much made the adjustments you did and now my table looks great! Thanks for putting these plans out there!
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stevenleerson
Wed, 05/27/2015 - 17:27
You can construct your own
You can construct your own farmhouse table made of planks of solid reclaimed pine, this farmhouse table expands to seat up to 8 people. Bearing the knots and imperfections from its previous life, every piece is subtly distinct.
But you can modify this plan to your desired measurements & appearance:
- 60"w x 38"d x 31"h. (Comfortably seats up to 6; up to 8 when expanded to 80"w.)
- Expands to 80"w with drop-in leaf.
- Solid reclaimed pine in a weathered finish.
- A .5 cm gap in the apron between the extension and the table allows the solid wood to naturally expand and contract.
To match your newly-built farmhouse table with bench, here's another plan: http://ana-white.com/2011/01/plans/farmhouse-bench
HikingStick
Mon, 04/20/2020 - 05:26
Leaf?
How do you make it work a drop-in leaf?
Chris G (not verified)
Mon, 11/26/2012 - 08:13
Wood for the Table
Hi Ana! So I am in NJ, and I am having the hardest time finding any 2 x lumber other than Doug Fir Framing Wood. I read that most folks are using Dried Southern Pine, but they only have 1x of that here.
Can I glue the 1x's together face to face, or should I use the Framing Lumber? Any help would be really appreciated!
Thanks,
Chris
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maryal
Thu, 02/16/2017 - 10:15
No, don't glue them together!
Just use 2X framing wood. I'm pretty sure that's what everyone else is using here.
Sandy Tull (not verified)
Wed, 11/28/2012 - 11:38
extentions
In a previous design there were extentions for the table to add I believe 15 more inches per end. I cannot find that plan, can you help?
Thanks,
Sandy