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A plank-top dining table built entirely from 1x6 and 1x8 boards with mitered 1x3 apron trim — no thick 2x lumber anywhere, and a genuine humidity-acclimation step before assembly.
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tabletop boards | 8 | 3/4" × 5 1/2" × 77" | 1x6, 10 ft, kiln dried | ☐ |
| Legs, 1x6 half | 8 | 3/4" × 5 1/2" × 29 1/4" | 1x6, 10 ft, kiln dried | ☐ |
| Legs, 1x8 half | 8 | 3/4" × 7 1/4" × 29 1/2" | 1x8, 10 ft, kiln dried | ☐ |
| Apron sides Longest point, both ends cut 45° bevel, ends not parallel. | 2 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 76" | 1x3, 8 ft | ☐ |
| Apron ends Longest point, both ends cut 45° bevel, ends not parallel. Measure and cut to fit. | 2 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 43 1/2" | 1x3, 8 ft | ☐ |
| Inner supports | 2 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 74 1/2" | 1x3, 8 ft | ☐ |
| Leg supports Cut to 6" wider than assembled leg width. | 4 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 14" | 1x3, 8 ft | ☐ |
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1x6, 10 ft, kiln dried | 8 each | ☐ |
| 1x8, 10 ft, kiln dried | 2 each | ☐ |
| 1x3, 8 ft | 5 each | ☐ |
| Pocket hole screws, 1-1/4" | 125 each | ☐ |
| Brad nails, 1-1/4" | 30 each | ☐ |
| Wood glue | 5 oz | ☐ |
| Primer and paint, or stain and poly | 1 set | ☐ |
Overall cost: $$$. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.
Bring all boards into a dry, humidity-controlled environment for several days before beginning to build.
Tools: Bar / Pipe Clamps, Circular Saw, Drill / Driver, Pocket Hole Jig. Materials: 1x6, 10 ft, kiln dried, Pocket hole screws, 1-1/4"
Drill 3/4" pocket holes in seven of the eight tabletop boards, spaced 8-10" apart on the less favorable side. Clamp and attach with 1-1/4" pocket hole screws, keeping boards flush at one end. Once joined, measure 76" from the straight end and cut the other end down to length.
Tools: Drill / Driver, Miter Saw, Pocket Hole Jig. Materials: 1x3, 8 ft, Pocket hole screws, 1-1/4"
Cut the side aprons to match the tabletop length at the longest point, beveled 45°, and attach with 3/4" pocket holes and 1-1/4" pocket hole screws. Measure, fit, and cut the end aprons, then attach. Leave the mitered corners unglued to allow for seasonal movement.
Tools: Brad Nailer, Drill / Driver, Pocket Hole Jig. Materials: 1x6, 10 ft, kiln dried, 1x8, 10 ft, kiln dried, Brad nails, 1-1/4", Wood glue
Laminate a 1x6 and a 1x8 together per leg with 1-1/4" brad nails and wood glue, or with pocket holes on the inside face and brad nails and glue on the outside face to hide fasteners.
Tools: Drill / Driver, Tape Measure. Materials: 1x3, 8 ft, Pocket hole screws, 1-1/4"
Measure and cut the leg support pieces to 6" wider than your assembled leg width. Attach the legs and inner supports to the apron and tabletop assembly.
Tools: Random Orbit Sander. Materials: Primer and paint, or stain and poly
Sand all surfaces and apply primer and paint, or stain and poly.