In this video, I'm sharing how I built these simple modern coffee tables from leftover maple I had from my last project video!
Check out the plans and details of this build here:
https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/modern-diy-round-coffee-table/
I'm sharing two ways to assemble--one using wood glue and screws and the other using half laps.
Plus, I'm showing how to make a super simple circle jig to use with a router. Hope you enjoy the build!
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Some posts you may find helpful in this build:
How to square board edges & make your own 2x2s: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/woodworking-tips-square-edges-make-your-own-2x2s/
How to build table tops: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/whats-up-wednesday-topping-it-off/
Basic Guide to Using a Router: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/basic-woodworking-router-guide/
How to finish raw wood furniture: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-finish-raw-wood-furniture-without-a-sprayer/
Tips for professional looking DIY furniture: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/5-diy-furniture-tips-to-look-professional/
Tools and Materials:
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Materials:
*Lumber amounts may vary based on the size table you are building (See plans: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/modern-diy-round-coffee-table/)
Materials:
(2) 2x8x8 boards (makes a top approx 34″ diameter)
(2) 2x2x8 boards (for the base)
2 ½″ wood screws
⅝″ wood screws: https://amzn.to/3zZ2NOO
⅜″ dowel (optional to plug screw holes): https://amzn.to/3utW9Pq
Figure 8 fasteners: https://amzn.to/3mfvGBK
Wood Glue: https://amzn.to/39VbzDc
Ebony Stain: https://amzn.to/3DhuiW0
Clear Poly: https://amzn.to/3B01ksT
Tools:
Miter Saw: https://homedepot.sjv.io/yd96v
Table Saw (optional)
Circular saw: https://homedepot.sjv.io/kjW2jd
Cutting Guide: https://amzn.to/3D0mach
Router (optional–can use a jig saw or band saw instead): https://homedepot.sjv.io/vqZAA
OR Jig Saw: https://homedepot.sjv.io/Gjj912
Drill/Driver: https://homedepot.sjv.io/2G6Za
⅜″ forstner bit (Optional–to countersink and plug screw holes): https://amzn.to/3kYABro
⅝″ forstner bit (to install figure 8 fasteners): https://amzn.to/39SfqRd
Large clamps to glue up top
Flush cut saw (hand or oscillating): https://homedepot.sjv.io/gbDXL0
Chisel: https://homedepot.sjv.io/gbGyBg
Hand Plane: https://amzn.to/39TEg3a
Belt Sander: https://homedepot.sjv.io/x9LJvd
Orbital Sander