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An outdoor dining table on two angled sawhorse-style legs, with a compound-angle center cross support — a distinct base system from the trestle and pedestal tables elsewhere here.
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sawhorse legs Long point to short point, both ends cut 10° bevel. | 8 | 1 1/2" × 5 1/2" × 27 3/8" | 2x6, 8 ft | ☐ |
| Angled stretchers Long point to long point, both ends cut 45° bevel, ends not parallel. | 3 | 1 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 39 1/2" | 2x4, 8 ft | ☐ |
| Base supports, short Long point to long point, both ends cut 10° off square, ends not parallel. | 4 | 1 1/2" × 5 1/2" × 7 7/8" | 2x6, 8 ft | ☐ |
| Base supports, straight | 2 | 1 1/2" × 5 1/2" × 26" | 2x6, 8 ft | ☐ |
| Tabletop boards | 4 | 1 1/2" × 5 1/2" × 88" | 2x6, 8 ft | ☐ |
| Cross supports Both ends beveled, one at 40° and one at 50° (or both at 45° as a fallback). | 5 | 1 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 34" | 2x4, 8 ft | ☐ |
| Optional table frame Cut to fit around the tabletop. | 4 | 1 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 88" | 2x4, 8 ft (optional table frame) | ☐ |
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| 2x6, 8 ft | 9 each | ☐ |
| 2x4, 8 ft | 7 each | ☐ |
| 2x4, 8 ft (optional table frame) | 3 each | ☐ |
| Pocket hole screws, 2-1/2" | 60 each | ☐ |
| Self-tapping screws, 2-1/2" | 40 each | ☐ |
| Wood glue | 5 oz | ☐ |
| Primer and paint, or exterior stain | 1 set | ☐ |
Overall cost: $$$. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.
Tools: Drill / Driver, Pocket Hole Jig. Materials: 2x6, 8 ft, Pocket hole screws, 2-1/2", Wood glue
Attach the legs to the base supports with 1-1/2" pocket holes and 2-1/2" pocket hole screws and glue. Attach the remaining legs to complete each base support. Build two sawhorse sets.
Tools: Drill / Driver, Pocket Hole Jig. Materials: 2x4, 8 ft, Pocket hole screws, 2-1/2", Self-tapping screws, 2-1/2"
Attach the angled stretchers between the legs of each sawhorse, using countersunk screws or pocket holes.
Tools: Drill / Driver, Pocket Hole Jig. Materials: 2x6, 8 ft, Self-tapping screws, 2-1/2"
Attach the straight stretcher between the angled leg sets, centering it carefully. Use countersunk screws or pocket holes.
Tools: Drill / Driver. Materials: 2x6, 8 ft, Self-tapping screws, 2-1/2"
Lay the tabletop boards out flat. Attach the sawhorses to the underside with 2-1/2" screws.
Tools: Drill / Driver. Materials: 2x6, 8 ft, Self-tapping screws, 2-1/2", Wood glue
Add the middle base support with screws and glue.
Tools: Drill / Driver, Miter Saw. Materials: 2x4, 8 ft, Self-tapping screws, 2-1/2"
Attach the cross supports underneath, beveled 40° and 50° (or both at 45° with position adjusted if your saw can't do 50°).
Tools: Drill / Driver. Materials: 2x4, 8 ft (optional table frame)
Cut and attach a 2x4 frame around the outside edge of the tabletop for a finished look.
Tools: Random Orbit Sander. Materials: Primer and paint, or exterior stain
Sand all surfaces and apply primer and paint, or exterior stain.