Uploaded October 2024 | Updated September 2026, 3 days ago
Hey friends, let's build a simple, basic DIY dining table!
This video was sponsored by Shopify. Kickstart your business today with a free trial of Shopify at shopify.com/woodshopdiaries
This video is packed full of backstory, tips, and what I would have, could have, should have done differently (both now and when I built it the first time 7 years ago!). I hope you enjoy seeing it come apart and back together again!
If you'd like to build your own, grab the printable building plans here: woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/products/dining-table-building-plans
And if you'd like more project details, resources, photos and written tutorial, check out this post: woodshopdiaries.com/diy-farmhouse-dining-table
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Helpful Resources:
How to square board edges: woodshopdiaries.com/woodworking-tips-square-edges-make-your-own-2x2s
How to build a table top: woodshopdiaries.com/whats-up-wednesday-topping-it-off
How to use a pocket hole jig: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-use-pocket-hole-jig
How, when, and why to use the Kreg XL Jig: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-use-the-kreg-xl-pocket-hole-jig
How to sand wood: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-sand-wood
How to stain wood: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-stain-wood-furniture
How to apply clear coat: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-add-a-clear-finish-to-diy-furniture
Tools & Materials:
*Affiliate links below
Tools:
Miter Saw: homedepot.sjv.io/b3DkDx
Circular Saw: homedepot.sjv.io/AooaYx
Kreg AccuCut: amzn.to/4d2S35D
Jig Saw: homedepot.sjv.io/Gjj912
Drill/Driver: homedepot.sjv.io/Aoo6Ya
Table Saw
Pocket Hole Jig (standard): amzn.to/32eoPBY
Kreg XL pocket hole jig: amzn.to/3Y7oMRV
Long Clamps (for table top)
Sander(s): Makita Belt Sander and SurpPrep Orbital Sander
Materials:
(4) 5″ Square x 29″ Table Legs: timberwolfforest.com/collections/dining-table-legs-wooden-unfinished/products/fl11500-29p
(4) 2x12x8′ boards (or equivalent amount of wood for table top)*
(2) 2x6x10′ boards
(1) 2x4x10′ boards
2 ½″ pocket hole screws (standard): amzn.to/3NtZybG
2 1/2" pocket hole screws (XL): amzn.to/3UcmnEn
2 ½” wood screws
Washers
Wood Glue: amzn.to/4dryncA
Finish:
Minwax Weathered Oak Stain: amzn.to/40alwb1
Minwax Polycrylic: amzn.to/4dJJHQQ
Kilz 3 Primer
SW Pure White Paint
**CHAPTERS**
00:00 Introduction
01:08 The back story of this original table
02:59 Taking the table apart
03:30 Building the table top
07:51 Assembling the table base
11:19 Attaching the table top
12:57 FINAL REVEAL
Hey friends, let's build a simple, basic DIY dining table!
This video was sponsored by Shopify. Kickstart your business today with a free trial of Shopify at shopify.com/woodshopdiaries
This video is packed full of backstory, tips, and what I would have, could have, should have done differently (both now and when I built it the first time 7 years ago!). I hope you enjoy seeing it come apart and back together again!
If you'd like to build your own, grab the printable building plans here: woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/products/dining-table-building-plans
And if you'd like more project details, resources, photos and written tutorial, check out this post: woodshopdiaries.com/diy-farmhouse-dining-table
**Follow Woodshop Diaries On**
Website: woodshopdiaries.com
TikTok: tiktok.com/@woodshopdiaries?
Facebook: facebook.com/woodshopdiaries
Instagram: instagram.com/woodshopdiaries
Pinterest: pinterest.com/sharamccuiston
SHOP WOODWORKING TEES AND BUILDING PLANS HERE:
woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com
Helpful Resources:
How to square board edges: woodshopdiaries.com/woodworking-tips-square-edges-make-your-own-2x2s
How to build a table top: woodshopdiaries.com/whats-up-wednesday-topping-it-off
How to use a pocket hole jig: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-use-pocket-hole-jig
How, when, and why to use the Kreg XL Jig: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-use-the-kreg-xl-pocket-hole-jig
How to sand wood: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-sand-wood
How to stain wood: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-stain-wood-furniture
How to apply clear coat: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-add-a-clear-finish-to-diy-furniture
Tools & Materials:
*Affiliate links below
Tools:
Miter Saw: homedepot.sjv.io/b3DkDx
Circular Saw: homedepot.sjv.io/AooaYx
Kreg AccuCut: amzn.to/4d2S35D
Jig Saw: homedepot.sjv.io/Gjj912
Drill/Driver: homedepot.sjv.io/Aoo6Ya
Table Saw
Pocket Hole Jig (standard): amzn.to/32eoPBY
Kreg XL pocket hole jig: amzn.to/3Y7oMRV
Long Clamps (for table top)
Sander(s): Makita Belt Sander and SurpPrep Orbital Sander
Materials:
(4) 5″ Square x 29″ Table Legs: timberwolfforest.com/collections/dining-table-legs-wooden-unfinished/products/fl11500-29p
(4) 2x12x8′ boards (or equivalent amount of wood for table top)*
(2) 2x6x10′ boards
(1) 2x4x10′ boards
2 ½″ pocket hole screws (standard): amzn.to/3NtZybG
2 1/2" pocket hole screws (XL): amzn.to/3UcmnEn
2 ½” wood screws
Washers
Wood Glue: amzn.to/4dryncA
Finish:
Minwax Weathered Oak Stain: amzn.to/40alwb1
Minwax Polycrylic: amzn.to/4dJJHQQ
Kilz 3 Primer
SW Pure White Paint
**CHAPTERS**
00:00 Introduction
01:08 The back story of this original table
02:59 Taking the table apart
03:30 Building the table top
07:51 Assembling the table base
11:19 Attaching the table top
12:57 FINAL REVEAL
