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A square coffee table where the 2x6 legs poke up through notched corners of the top for a bold, chunky look. The notch cuts are the whole trick.
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top boards The four corner ends get notched 1-1/2" x 5-1/2" for the legs. | 3 | 3/4" × 11 1/4" × 34" | 1x12 | ☐ |
| Legs | 4 | 1 1/2" × 5 1/2" × 18" | 2x6 | ☐ |
| Top side aprons Cut to the measured distance between the notches. | 4 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 29 1/4" | 1x3 | ☐ |
| Cross supports Cut to fit the inside frame (~29-1/4"). | 2 | 3/4" × 1 1/2" × 29 1/4" | 1x2 | ☐ |
| Shelf frame Cut to fit inside the legs. | 4 | 3/4" × 1 1/2" × 29 1/4" | 1x2 | ☐ |
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1x12, 8 ft (Pine) Top and shelf boards. | 2 each | ☐ |
| 1x3, 6 ft (Pine) Top frame aprons. | 2 each | ☐ |
| 1x2, 8 ft (Pine) Cross supports and shelf frame. | 3 each | ☐ |
| 2x6, 8 ft (Whitewood/SPF) The chunky legs. | 1 each | ☐ |
| Self-tapping star-bit screws, 2" | 16 each | ☐ |
| Brad nails, 1-1/4" | 60 each | ☐ |
| Wood glue | 4 oz | ☐ |
Overall cost: $$. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.