How to Build an Outdoor Farmhouse Table for Under $100 | Woodworking DIY Project

[@AGlimpseInside]

Step-by-step three dimensional digital plans are available for the table here www.aglimpseinside.org/store/digital-file-outdoor-farm-table-set

[@robertojimenez9493]

Made 6 farmhouse tables for my wedding last summer plus a coffee table/bench. Dimensions: 6' x 3'-4", Made them a tad shorter in length but used seven boards instead of six, wider to fit a large cutting board with a large piece of lamb, family style. Thank sir for this video, I saved thousands of dollars in renting fees for a 3 day weekend wedding. Took me about 4 weeks to make plus stain and seal while also preparing a wedding of 50 guests, everything made by ourselves. Five of the tables I sold to friends after the wedding, kept one plus the coffee/bench. Never crafted a table before in my life, lots of fun! Pictures here:

[@AGlimpseInside]

That is absolutely incredible. Thank you for letting me know. I checked out the Google drive and I really like the hand rustic chamfers on the boards. The color is great. You did a fantastic job. You should be commended for your work brother. Nice work

[@d65-m1x]

wow very cool

[@loverslanenyc]

Awesome post! This is how we stay positive about our fellow man and doing good for others... You sir, rock.

[@sherriwelsch5009]

Hi about to make tables and bench’s for my daughter’s wedding, can you send me the pictures and plans??

[@drteletubby]

Man, remember when lumber wasn't expensive? Great video!

[@jeffreymoffitt4070]

It's on its way back down! I just built a kitchen table 8'x4' for a little over $100 finish and everything!

[@anahelton1696]

Omg. I'm so *not* smart when it comes to building anything. Wasted so much time and hardware *thinking* the were sturdy. But couldn't figure it out without connecting boards. Thank you.

[@mash6884]

We built the table with this video and it turned out great! We went 7 boards wide.

[@robertlatham879]

Hi there. A message from the U.K.: just made “your table” and it’s great. Many thanks for a super informative video. Only problem is the materials cost me £184 ($250 US). That’s why suppliers call the U.K. “treasure island”!

[@macaulyc]

What size are the deck boards he uses???

[@SeanTracyEsq]

The price of lumber is WAAAAYYYY up from the time that this video was originally made! It's not just the UK, it's everywhere

[@EilandMeisje85]

Yeah you can’t make this table at those prices anymore. You were a couple years too slow on your build. And I’m right behind you. I don’t want to use my glass table again this year but the prices 👀 🙅🏽‍♀️😩

[@TheChewyWun]

Love this table man, do you have something printed out with the exact dimensions you used and a cut list maybe?

[@foxhallww311]

Hold my beer!

[@TheCarmelo123456789]

@@foxhallww311 ?

[@catherines7865]

?

[@AGlimpseInside]

I do have plans Foxhall made them for me

[@AGlimpseInside]

I’m behind getting them on the website

[@trojanhorse9459]

I’d love to see a video on the benches too. That was simple to build. I love seeing these projects that I can use to teach my son without breaking the bank.

[@AGlimpseInside]

That’s a good idea bro I made those benches along time ago and did not send it. I think I may have to revisit. Thank you bro

[@shaunsalley4607]

I'd like to see benches being made too, also a cut list with some measurements would be real helpful.

[@davedawggy]

Just made this table w scrap 6x6 legs. Not a woodworker or anything. Thanks for the video!

[@stanevolodge]

Finished our first attempt attempt at a table following your video. Thank you so much. From North West Bulgaria

[@javiercilloguzman]

Great solid table for years to come , ❤👌

[@humanism2220]

Buddy, you are s great father and a great carpenter.

[@trevorkarunsanjeev725]

Mate, can't a single word about your creations until I say what an amicable approach you present. You do have a natural gift. Be thankful you don't live next door to me because I'm the guy that would make your creations rubbish. BUT, you are so encouraging that I'm proud of the rubbish I make. I hope you never quit this offering. Your daughter is going to grow up and squeeze you until you cry with joy. Nicely done Mate.

[@TJsVette]

I'm slowly learning to build and I love it. It feels so good to be able to build something and look at it and say I did that.

[@AGlimpseInside]

That’s what it’s all about making something and leaving the earth with something that is better than you found it. Although nothing is forever you know but it’s such a good feeling to accomplish a nice project. Thanks for reaching out

[@thireshannaicker4078]

Well said. Build something and get it off your bucket list

[@lauraclark2102]

Thanks!

[@ahavah64]

Absolutely AMAZING and a pleasure to watch/learn! Thanks for all the valuable information. Your daughter is precious and very proud of her dad!

[@slavicmusic7736]

Right on man. I wish we are neighbors I do stuff like this every weekend.

[@ErickLopez-on3vq]

Great video . Built it in about three hours it came out great. 👍🏻

[@mitchfairchild]

I teach Robotics/Tech Apps in Central Texas. Our middle school classes are watching your channel on Build It Fridays. While they are designing robots and graphic design projects, your videos (along with other maker videos) are going in the background. They love your videos. Sometimes I look up from grading and there are 4-8 students sitting in the floor in front of the screen just watching you build. Epic!!!

[@AGlimpseInside]

Just shared this with my wife. It got us all overjoyed it’s amazing to hear. Thank you for Sheri it really does mean a lot when comments like this role in. I really do appreciate it and I hope you guys continue to learn and grow and I can’t believe that we are a part of it it just means the world. Thank you so much

[@mitchfairchild]

@@AGlimpseInside ...the cicada lamp was their favorite so far.

[@hopeup2792]

You have me inspired to what to build one and I am a woman but I think I could do it. I have a table that was built poorly and I stained the bottom white and the top a grey and the two tone looks awesome. Thanks for sharing and teaching!

[@DismemberTheAlamo]

Ive got a bunch of left over wood from having to repair my fence, this is probably the simplest jobs ive seen and will def give it a shot

[@AGlimpseInside]

You should.

[@guitarDad100]

Awesome. I'm going to build this exact table. I might put epoxy resin on the top. Thanks for posting this video.

[@concernedkid3262]

Very helpful. I might do the same at a much smaller scale. Loved the simplicity, the wisdom, and the love put into this project. Best part: your cutie at the end - God continue to bless you and your fam!

[@pan6479]

Nice job as always! It will be awesome to have a plan or at least give the length of lumber to save some headache.

[@brentbrown9728]

So last year our dog jumped up on our cheap patio table and destroyed everything but the glass top. I used your design to make a table out of the glass topper. Turned out fantastic!!!

[@lauraclark2102]

Chris, you killed it brother....thank you for sharing.

[@eholland582]

What a great dad! Thank you.

[@barasra8847]

Love that self pocket hole screw driving without jig!

[@stomperthemixer1]

Im making this, this summer for my new landscaped garden, I'll save you a space Chris.

[@barryroberts6470]

Absolutely a brilliant build mate, that table looks fantastic and cheap as well $100 is roughly around £76 over here so even better. There will be some BBQ scoffing on that table and those benches, what a cracking match up that is. Well done mate. Barry (ENG)

[@AGlimpseInside]

Thank you Barry! We can’t wait to put a coat of stain and seal it so we can start using it for outdoor parties and get-togethers. As always thanks for reaching out my man

[@baderhaddad5728]

Excellent job Chris , and thank you for sharing and showing the love to your family,, nice looking outdoor table!

[@rubigloria9457]

Wow you are good with those saws. That table looks great. Your wife must be one happy wife. Men that have this desire and talent? Are the best!!

[@beckitibaldi9654]

Surprised you didn't stain and seal it. Such gorgeous work you've done. It would last more years. You've inspired me to replace a broken tabletop with a wood top. God bless!

[@MrSidCharming]

With treated wood, you need to let the lumber dry before staining. In Midwest we typically wait anywhere from 3-6months to a year to let dry and then stain (Mainly that comment is from working with decks, not tables) :)

[@terryeaston5311]

You know i enjoyed watching you build that table and i have to say it is very easy and nice.. well I'm gonna try and start on mine as well i have the wood all ready i just have to shift my gears out of first and get it started 😂

[@phillipyoung4428]

I built your table design this past weekend. Thanks for the video! Really happy how it turned out.

[@janster86]

Great video. Plans do lack details as of the lenght of lumber and what nails where used

[@joannesmith5846]

We just finished building this table, thank you for the inspiration! I couldn't tell from your video how long your table was but we made ours 10' and we love it. We're making two benches to match. I'm so happy that I found your video, it's exactly the style I wanted. Thank you for taking the time to put this online, we appreciate you :)

[@AGlimpseInside]

That is awesome thank you so much for letting me know. Mine is 8 feet long I used standard 8 foot deck boards. And we sit at it as often as we can as much as we can as long as we’re not dealing with this Florida heat. So glad yours turned out great and again thanks for checking it out

[@davedawggy]

Got a link for benches? Or same as table? I also just did the table now debating benches...

[@joannesmith5846]

@@davedawggy We made the benches identical to the table, except three deck boards wide and 17.5" legs. They're fantastic and so is the table. I'm so thankful for his video :)

[@chrisgulbranson5867]

Nice build. Gonna build it. Thanks for the video and positive attitude. Appreciated.

[@thegoodfight365]

Thanks for sharing your work. The table was a great build, who doesn't need one, right? But enjoying your work with your children is one of life's biggest blessings. May God continue to bless you, your family and your woodworking 👍🏾

[@AGlimpseInside]

Thank you so much I really appreciate it

[@yg-lc4ll]

Great job. Your daughter is a beautiful star. Love your description and info.

[@JohnGenX69]

4:56 ....it's moments just like "this" that keep me coming back to your channel...it's your awesomely open personality and your passion for woodworking that shines through. Keep up the great videos and please never lose your motivation. 🙂

[@bizzle006]

Just finished building mine using red wood. Cost a bit more but gives the table a great vibrant look. Great DIY tutorial.

[@exxekhan]

Did you say cobalt blue stain? Did you ever post a video of what THAT looks like? Sounds amazing...

[@wolfpacklv]

I’ve done small wood work before, like window door framing, made some car audio boxes, etc. But this is the first time I will attempt to make anything like this and I’m excited, this video gives me the confidence to try it. Wish me luck

[@AGlimpseInside]

That’s awesome thank you!!

[@wolfpacklv]

@@AGlimpseInside I did it and you made it so easy to follow, I basically had this video on all day while making it and followed you lead and it came out perfect, this was my first time, I wish I could post a photo of it, thank you.

[@Oonagh72]

Your table is gorgeous.

[@AGlimpseInside]

Thank you so much

[@w.cardenas8181]

Great table ., I’m building one just like you showed this weekend !!

[@protectyourcar5889]

I like 4x10 table. Backyard for party table.

[@The_Wood]

good video and you're right - it's all about the family. enjoy it as they grow up way too fast

[@mikedytham9996]

Made a small one out of sleepers but it's a bit too low - Just wanted to see how you put one of these together and I think I can modify the measurements to make one for my patio. Got two lovely wooden benches there that need something to stop my beer from crashing to the floor! Thanks for showing us.

[@bmack2000]

Made this today. Never used those GRK screws before, they really speed things up.

[@AGlimpseInside]

Yes they do! That’s awesome

[@mrizzy9429]

Who gives this a thumbs down? You are a talented guy, that makes great videos & it’s obvious you’re a family man! God bless and keep doing what you’re doing. I’m off to make a huge table now

[@Simsy5861]

Hi Chris. A really nice outdoor table there. I'm glad you're going to paint it as I would be concerned about sitting and eating a BBQ on a bare treated timber table. The chemicals they use to treat the timber would be a big concern for me. Otherwise....great job!

[@AGlimpseInside]

Geoff Sims oh most definitely. Those chemicals are no good. Thank you so much for the concern

[@emilyv5366]

I'm making this! Thanks for the super clear video!

[@pburnett579]

Awesome video Chris. Paver patio looks great. My wife runs a hardscape company so I have a tendency to notice pavers😂. Table looks great, gives me a few ideas for our backyard set up.

[@AGlimpseInside]

Thanks Patrick! So glad this started the ideas flowing! Hope all is well man!!

[@pburnett579]

Absolutely man. I'm curious to see the table in cobalt blue...sounds interesting

[@AGlimpseInside]

Patrick Burnett I’ll post an update in IG. Thanks again

[@craigcolbourn8351]

Great build brother! Really like that lag screw method on the legs. Keep making vids!

[@johntuazon1366]

Nice dinning table for a family bullfight eating. Or even with friends, watching from the Philippines.

[@nataliap3693]

Thanks for this video! Gorgeous table. I wanna build a rustic one for my new place. I have no skills or experience, and only a few basic tools, but with your video as a guide, I'm confident I can do it!

[@donthate23j]

I'm new to woodworking and some of the videos I've seen say to leave a small gap between the outdoor wood. Such as the tabletop or the backs of the Adirondack style chairs, etc so the wood can expand and contract. Just curious why you didn't do that and if you think it's not necessary in this build. Thanks and great job on the table

[@AGlimpseInside]

I’m actually answering this question having lunch on this very table with my daughter. Small world. There is at least an eighth of an inch in a quarter of an inch gap in this material as pressure treated lumber always shrinks. It’s best but these joints up, and let nature take its course with the shrinkage.

[@justinbrandon8511]

Great video, brother! And great choice on the Weber grill! Mine is 16 years old, and still fires up on the first click of the igniter every time! I might just need to build one of these tables soon!

[@AGlimpseInside]

Justin that’s so great to hear. Since my grill was only about 16 days old. Come on man I know you have the better part of an afternoon to do this plus I think you have some pretty elite pocket hole machinery don’t you

[@justinbrandon8511]

A Glimpse Inside Haha! Yeah, I’ve got a pretty sweet pocket hole set up! LOL!! Hopefully you will soon, too!

[@qcclyde]

That's awesome ! You my friend are an inspiration to a present and new generation ! Thank you !!!

[@AGlimpseInside]

Thank you so much that really does mean a lot to me

[@christofix]

What a cool table. This is much better then when you buy it! Great build man!

[@AGlimpseInside]

You know it brother. So satisfying

[@christofix]

@@AGlimpseInside It sure is my friend! I'm planning to make a table too. It is so much fun to build this yourself

[@barryphillips1958]

Great video I love the cross cut sled. can you show how you built that?????

[@AGlimpseInside]

I have a video for that kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYDMnGiviq6DkM0

[@josephlipetzky2825]

Excellent table

[@infojunkie1]

where i come from more like 300 just high prices here but a good build all the same i like it simple and solid

[@gemmareese]

I am an absolute newbie. How would one make this same table “indoor”? Would it just be finishing with a coat of poly? Please help! This is on my bucket list lol

[@arbuckleoakshomestead6800]

You made it look simple. Been looking for a cheap but durable table. You nailed my budget. Thanks for sharing

[@AGlimpseInside]

Awesome I’m glad I was able to help. Thanks for watching

[@CMRWoodworks]

Just watched the patio video right before this. Looks great and the table came out awesome too!

[@AGlimpseInside]

Thanks so much I appreciate it Chris

[@stockups]

hi Chris can you break down on how many 2 by4 you need and how many deckboards do you need and the size of the deckboards thanks michael

[@ynnamduff5721]

Thanks for the video & for your positivity

[@AereForst]

Do you think the plans will still work if I leave a ¼” gap between the deck boards?

[@jimbc9011]

Great description. It has me believing that I can do this. I am looking at making it 10 ft. Are there any adjustments that should be made (other than the length of the boards)….. any more support since 10ft? Thanks

[@AGlimpseInside]

No it’ll hold up with 10 feet. No problem. Thanks brother.

[@dshers]

are there actual plans and measurements for this build? prefer not to and up getting something on etsy because we like this a lot

[@TankVgryazi]

Just made a variation on this table, but used thicker 2x10 boards from Douglas fir for the top. Great design; thank you!

[@AGlimpseInside]

You got it. Thank you so much for letting me know and I’m sure your table last years is longer than mine LOL

[@abbii1661]

very easy to follow technique. like the tip on "angled screw"

[@sabillonallan]

Dude!!! This is a great little project for a sunny 🌞 day.

[@AGlimpseInside]

Truly is. You can do it in less than one day

[@eldoradocraftsman3733]

Absolutely superb. Making something yourself and for your family........ Perfect. A really nice job too. 👍🏾 🇬🇧

[@jeepgirl1495]

Attempting this build x2 , in hopes to seat at least 20people for Thanksgiving- 😬 I’m hosting! Yikes!! I wish I had your knowledge!!! Thanks for the tips! ❤️’d it!

[@santosrodriguez564]

I really liked it and and appreciate how you showed the cost of everything great video

[@AGlimpseInside]

That’s what it’s all about. Being honest about things you know

[@jackiemartin5087]

I bet your wife loves you.🤠 You are so creative !!

[@coreylarson2065]

Wow! Talk about timing! This video just popped up in my feed as I was about to start building almost exactly the same table on a similar budget without a real plan. Thanks for showing that it can be done, and done nicely!

[@AGlimpseInside]

That’s awesome Corey. So glad you found it. Thanks for letting me know and best of luck on your table, they sure are fun to make

[@redwolfwes1]

Great project! I'd love to see a detailed materials list and dimensions.

[@harrybarnes3539]

yeah wouldn't everyone??

[@matias2500]

That’s what I’d like something to go by.

[@petermaina9579]

Really appreciate how you did your project; your table is pretty awesome, very much the kind of table my wife asked me to build. Thanks for the inspiration

[@felicityscloset]

Best video ever ! Is there a cut list somewhere?

[@AGlimpseInside]

I’m horrible about making plans. I am going to start this year however I don’t have them for this table yet

[@davidmedrano2426]

Hell yea loved the build gunna try this out!!!

[@tharemyhopkins5873]

Nice win! Hope you get some great family time out there.

[@AGlimpseInside]

Tharemy Hopkins Oh yes that’s the goal for sure thank you so much brother

[@jpab632]

Beautiful work..!!!!!

[@joelfew823]

Hey man you're a cool dude! Nice build and cool pozzie attitude. You can tell you just love your life, your home, making shit and being a father. Cheers brother!

[@jrevolt1]

Do you have a video on how to build the benches you used ?

[@AGlimpseInside]

No, but I should I’m gonna remake this table out of cedar probably the summer I’m gonna do the benches then as well

[@newlifefurniture8354]

love the way he talks about his kid. Feel good video to watch. Great job! got a new subscriber !

[@scottlepine9346]

Love the energy!! Just found your channel - keep building! Thanks

[@AGlimpseInside]

Awesome glad to have you here. Thanks so much

[@paulrisrael]

Hi looks a great table can you supply a cut list for all the timber. I see the end pieces are 8 inch in from the ends . what are the long runs how long?

[@amaraamar9031]

Installed these on a riding mower kzbin.infoUgkxetgfkJxfdT_B2vGYP-uNTLaBbim9OKTD . They were sharp out of the box, although I've never liked blade edges that were coated...not quite as sharp as I personally want. Using my belt sander, I removed the coating from the cutting edges and refined the edge enough to shave with them. So far, after three runs, these blades are holding up as expected. Even after hitting a few fallen 1/2 inch or so branches, the edges are still sharp as heck. No edge dings, no warping, etc. As far as installing them, the cutouts were of the proper size and shape to fit my aging Craftsman mower. Very satisfied.

[@KarlKKC]

Brilliant video 👍🏻👍🏻👌🏻

[@AGlimpseInside]

Thank you Karl

[@TheBigORanch]

SUBBED!!! This was an awesome show. I'm ripping up an old deck and now I know what to do with the wood!

[@CReevesMakes]

Sub hundred dolla table in a day! Well done man! Love the joinery methods!

[@AGlimpseInside]

Thank you Casey. Always great to hear from your brother and I appreciate your kind words my man

[@fransschultink3887]

Great table. And such enthusiasm...!

[@AGlimpseInside]

Thank you Frans! I appreciate the kind words

[@AereForst]

Amazing! Good job 👏🏻

[@letstrythat00]

I really like this table. I think something close would be exactly what I want to build. Can you give the measurements of the boards? Pre and post cut?

[@SemiglossOyster]

I knew that engine sounded familiar! Ive got a Trailblazer with the same l6 with over 200k miles now, love the way the table looks how's it held up outside?

[@AGlimpseInside]

Yeah, it was an awesome car. For all those years. Funny you recognize the sound. Yeah the table still alive and well and we eat dinner out here when the weather is nice. Actually two days ago had some pulled pork on that table.