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Adirondack Counter Height Side Table
This Adirondack style side table completes your outdoor seating area by providing a flat functional surface area.
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Time
- 3.3–6.3 hours
- Cost
- $$
Cut list
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legs | 4 | 1 1/2" × 1 1/2" × 4" | — | ☐ |
| Short side aprons | 4 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 2" | — | ☐ |
| Long side aprons | 4 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 14" | — | ☐ |
| Table top middle | 2 | 3/4" × 3 1/2" × 22" | — | ☐ |
| Table top sides | 2 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 21" | — | ☐ |
| Table top outer edge | 2 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 20" | — | ☐ |
| Bottom shelf slats | 4 | 3/4" × 3 1/2" × 2" | — | ☐ |
Materials
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| Board, 1x3 96" | 1 board | ☐ |
| Board, 1x4 96" | 2 board | ☐ |
| Board, 2x2 72" | 2 board | ☐ |
| 1 1/4" pocket hole screws | 24 each | ☐ |
| 1 1/4" finish nails | 12 each | ☐ |
Overall cost: $$. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.
Tools
- Brad Nailer
- Drill / Driver
- Jigsaw
- Miter Saw
- Pocket Hole Jig
- Random Orbit Sander
- Tape Measure — optional
Instructions
1. Dimensions
22"diameter top x 36"h

2. Step 1
STEP 1: Attach short side aprons to legs using wood glue and 1 ¼” pocket hole screws. Keep apron inset 3/8”. Make 2 sets.

3. Step 2
STEP 2: Attach long side aprons to short side panels at legs using wood glue and 1 ¼” pocket hole screws.

4. Step 3
STEP 3: Attach table top pieces to aprons using wood glue and 1 ¼” pocket hole screws. Keep 1/8” spacing between boards. Use a jig saw to trim boards to 22” diameter circle.

5. Step 4
STEP 4: Attach bottom shelf slats to aprons using wood glue and 1 ¼” finish nails. Notch out corners using jigsaw to fit around legs.
