Bistro Table

Let's prep the main section of our table top. . Taking the 6 ea pieces (Part 1 - Parts/Cut List) - drill these for pocket holes* - these holes will need to go on the bottom -make sure you are aligning your boards with "best" side up (opposite of the side you are drilling). *Make sure the setting on your Kreg pocket hole jig is set for the right thickness, as well as the collar on the drill bit.

Time to start assembling the top. We will be doing this with the face down. Start with (1)ea table top end (part 2) and (1) of the table top main. See the attached image / Note all table top assembly steps are assembled upside down.

Attach the other table top end piece on the opposite side of the previous step.

Add the next table top main board (part 1). This will need to be spaced 1/4" apart from the end board. The easiest way to accomplish that, is to make/find (2)ea 1/4" blocks. Use those as spacers - save these as we'll use those in the next step.

Add the remaining table top pieces to the top. Make sure that you keep the 1/4" spaces between the boards.

Time to assemble the base. Using (2)ea Part 3 (legs) and (2)ea Part 5 (supports). Please note the bottom support pocket holes face down to remain unseen once final assembly is complete. Repeat this step again so you have 2 frames.

Time to connect the 2 halves of the base we just assembled. You will do that with (3)ea part 4 (supports). The upper 2 supports will have the pocket holes facing in. Then the bottom support that will be centered as pictured below. That support will have the pocket holes facing down to hide them when finished.

With the base now assembled, we are going to attach the top to the base. The easiest way to do this is with the top on a work surface, face down. We are attaching the top through the upper supports on the base. *Please note you will want to drill a 1/4" clearance through those supports only. This will allow for wood movement. Attach using a #8 x 2" wood screw.

Time to apply a finish to the project. Depending on the material you are using, you can apply a stain & poly, or you could paint and distress it (make sure to use a suitable product for outdoors). Be creative! Once the finish is applied, it's time to enjoy your new Bistro table!