Free plans to build a hexagon shaped picnic table. Features six large bench seats and hexagon top, updating the casual classic into a more user-friendly backyard fav!
Preparation
6 - 2x4 @ 8 feet long
10 - 2x6 @ 8 feet long
150 - 2-1/2" to 3" long self tapping exterior screws, can be "deck screws" or "general construction screws"
Frame
- 1 - 2x4 @ 51" - both ends cut at 30 degrees off square, ends NOT parallel, long point to long point measurement (main frame, top)
- 1 - 2x4 @ 88" - both ends cut at 30 degrees off square, ends NOT parallel, long point to long point measurement (main frame, seat)
- 6 - 2x4 @ 33" - both ends cut at 30 degrees off square, end are parallel, long point to short point measurement (legs)
- 4 - 2x4 @ 25" - one end cut at 30 degree BEVEL, long point measurement (top frame secondary supports)
- 4 - 2x4 @ 43-3/8" - one end cut at 30 degree BEVEL, long point measurement (seat frame secondary supports)
Seat Boards
- 6 - 2x6 @ 45" - both ends cut at 30 degrees off square, ends NOT parallel, long point to long point measurement (seat boards)
- 6 - 2x6 @ 38" - both ends cut at 30 degrees off square, ends NOT parallel, long point to long point measurement (seat boards)
Tabletop
- 2 - 2x6 @ 54" - both ends cut at 30 degrees off square, ends NOT parallel, long point to long point measurement (tabletop)
- 2 - 2x6 @ 47" - both ends cut at 30 degrees off square, ends NOT parallel, long point to long point measurement (tabletop)
- 2 - 2x6 @ 40" - both ends cut at 30 degrees off square, ends NOT parallel, long point to long point measurement (tabletop)
- 2 - 2x6 @ 33-1/4" - both ends cut at 30 degrees off square, ends NOT parallel, long point to long point measurement (tabletop)
Cut the longer boards first to conserve wood
Instructions
Step 1
On a flat level surface, carefully layout the first section of the picnic table. It can help to have two people at this stage.
Attach at all joints with three 2-1/2" self tapping wood screws.
Step 2
First, cut the table supports according to the cut list. Then, keeping the same overall length, cut the outside end back at a 30 degree angle.
Attach centered on the main frame with the 2-1/2" screws, two screws per joint.
Step 3
Attach remaining legs with 2-1/2" self tapping wood screws, three screws per joint.
Step 4
Cut the seat frame board ends as directed in the cut list. Then, keeping the same overall length, cut the outside end back at a 30 degree off square angle.
Attach to the center of the main frame and to the legs.
TIP: Cut a 2x4 13" long and use it as a spacer to hold up your board while attaching to maintain the correct distance.
Step 5
Flip the project over.
Cut seat boards and lay outside seat boards in place. Make sure all the angles line up with the seat boards joining in the middle of the frame boards.
Attach with two screws per joint.
Step 6
Attach the tabletop boards on top, starting at the center and working outward, with a 1/2" gap in between.
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
Bron05
Wed, 06/29/2011 - 06:48
Treated or untreated
I am wondering if using treated wood would make any difference. I will be leaving this table exposed to the elements all year long and I get alot of tree limbs and random debris during storms. I know it won't be "pretty" but practical is my goal. Any reason I should not use treated?
Millie (not verified)
Wed, 04/18/2012 - 17:31
Octagon, please
My son needs plans for this for his Eagle project. Thanks so much!
Millie
Millie (not verified)
Wed, 04/18/2012 - 17:34
Octagon, please
My son would like to do the octagonal one as part of his Eagle project.
Thanks so much!
Millie
Kenneth (not verified)
Wed, 05/30/2012 - 21:54
use treated lumber
Bron5 Treated lumber is an excellent choice for this table for finishing and maintance go to sites that tell you how to protect a deck
You can pretty much cover it in the winter it should last you for years with proper maintance
Yassmin (not verified)
Wed, 08/29/2012 - 02:32
Hey, great plans, but do you
Hey, great plans, but do you have an estimate of how much this may cost? Thank you!
JessicaR
Wed, 08/29/2012 - 09:09
If you have a Lowes or Home
If you have a Lowes or Home Depot in your area, go to their website, pick your local store and they should have the prices for what you need. You could also call your local hardware or lumber store and ask for a price quote.
ruppertj8
Wed, 04/03/2013 - 11:24
leg dimensions and umbrella modification
I love the design and directions are fairly easy to follow.
I would suggest increasing the distance between the seat and top a 3-4 inches. Also, the leg dimensions need to be increased a bit (or at least have a better description) as the 33 inches should probably be 35-36 inches as the over-all length (33 would be the length if it was a 90 degree cut.
I cut a 6x6 into a hexagon and mounted the six support boards to it. Then I cut a 1.5" hole in the center so I could mount a umbrella in the middle.
Derek
Wed, 06/12/2013 - 13:31
Hexagon Picnic Table
Hi Anna
I am going to try and build this but the link to the pdf plans does not work.
Could you let me know when it is fixed please?
Thanks
Phil O'Connell…
Wed, 07/10/2013 - 17:59
Missing pdf file
The pdf links for this hexagon table seems to be broken still - any chance of a fix in the near future?
Gkeniston
Wed, 08/21/2013 - 13:17
Modified design
Ana,
I build the hexagon table, but I replaced all of the legs and seat supports with 2x6 lumber instead of the suggested 2x4. Much stronger with no flex. It doesn't add that much more to the overall weight or cost either. I also modified the design to accept an umbrella. Thanks for posting your plan so clearly labeled. It really made modifying it to meet my need simple.
--Garrett