How to make a rustic coffee table with a bottom shelf. Ana White - DIY. Video #4

[@tuesdeewilliams6683]

One of my favorite videos, LOVE IT, thanks for the detailed layout

[@turnintoo7887]

Thank you so much!!

[@hammondmiers3789]

Let's go to Stodoys, if you want to learn how to build it yourself.

[@turnintoo7887]

Thanks for watching

[@hammondmiers3789]

@@turnintoo7887 I knew you'd like it :)))

[@HGarry4012]

Lovely piece

[@turnintoo7887]

Thank you so much! Check out my newest table build! Let me know what you think! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJWUaKaffZuEj80

[@djbowe]

great job. Thanks for sharing

[@turnintoo7887]

🙏 thanks for watching!

[@mikehammer842]

Looks great. Do you have a shopping list and cut list

[@bjc215]

Now, the matching end tables!!

[@turnintoo7887]

coming soon. ;0)

[@BS-dq1kz]

Thank you! I had found one of Ana Whites but hers wasn’t long enough. This one is 52” I believe, right? So, that’s perfect for my living room if so! I’m a nervous wreck but I’m going to try it! The cuts are what doesn’t make sense to me but I think I can pay Lowe’s to do my cuts for me. I just am crossing my fingers the dimensions are correct. If not, no biggie. I suppose I can just go back and have it fixed or buy another board and do that part over. Either way, still will be cheaper than buying a coffee table at the furniture store anywhere! Thanks a bunch!

[@henrybrown8309]

thanks for idea with the 2x2's the way the plans have doing them is a pain in the butt

[@turnintoo7887]

+Henry Brown You are correct. I made a few trying to attach them together, but this way was much easier and I think it is still aesthetically pleasing. Glad it helped!

[@scottlward1]

+Henry Brown I just finished assembling this table and did it according to the Ana White instructions and the X's were a pain in the butt. This method would have been much easier.

[@turnintoo7887]

Yes, It is much easier this way! Saves time as well. Glad the video helped!

[@angipp01]

Hey Derek. Would like to say thanks for posting this video. It gave me a better idea in what I am doing. I bought the Krig vise which made it more secure when screwing it. My lumber was Bruce. I didn't use the exact measurement on Ana white site it was too low. Anyway it came out great. Thanks again.

[@turnintoo7887]

+Ang pip Really glad the video helped in any way!! Hope you enjoy your table for many years.

[@jasonschmidt6648]

i am going to build this! going to use biscuits in place of screws.. well most of them lol thanks for the video.

[@turnintoo7887]

+Jason Schmidt Biscuits should work great instead of screws! Hope it all goes well!

[@DavidWarrenMusic]

it turned out real nice. love the look. I'm only changing one thing. Using 4x4's for the legs

[@turnintoo7887]

Thanks! Thats a great idea.

[@m_styles1981]

what an amazing video! thanks man, can't wait to make mine!!

[@turnintoo7887]

Great! Hope it turns out well my friend!

[@RobinLewisMakes]

The table looks really good, and that finish came out great!

[@turnintoo7887]

+Robin Lewis Thanks Robin! Several coats of lacquer with some sanding in between does the job very well! I used a high gloss!

[@turnintoo7887]

Thanks!

[@scottlward1]

Nice video and well done on the table, I just finished assembling mine and am trying to find time to stain it, but I got some tips on how to make another one by watching your video. Thanks for putting this up.

[@turnintoo7887]

+Scott Ward your welcome, glad it helped!!

[@elmiluso5026]

wow nice job my friend I'm going to make one like this

[@turnintoo7887]

Thanks! Best Wishes, hope it turns out great!

[@Skarface08]

awesome! this is exactly the design I want!

[@turnintoo7887]

+zac williams Great! It's a fun project and a great table!

[@turnintoo7887]

Check out the new table build! Let me know your thoughts! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJWUaKaffZuEj80

[@nickaspinwall8574]

Table looks great. I made one a week ago but used slats for the bottom shelf. I do like your assembly method better than the plans on Anna White's site. Today is stain day.

[@turnintoo7887]

Awesome!

[@turnintoo7887]

When I make them now, I use ply wood for the bottom shelf. Saves on time from cutting pocket holes and using more screws.. hope that helps.

[@steadypacemina]

I recently bought one and don't quite like the stain, looks blotchy and the putty isn't stained...have any suggestions? I don't even know where to start. Should I sand down the original stain and restain, then add poly? ...If I sound like I don't know what i'm talking about it's because I don't LOL ...I was hoping to see your full stain process but you cut it short :(

[@turnintoo7887]

+steadypacemina If you don't like the stain, I think you could probably sand off as much as you can and reapply a new stain. I only added one coat of stain, because I wanted a lighter brown, but you can add several coats to make it as dark as you like. I would add a lacquer finish. I found that it works way better over time especially. Add at least 3 or 4 coats.

[@leadpersuasion]

Nice job.

[@edterlaje7956]

very nice, love it! !

[@turnintoo7887]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@atteljas]

Well done! I'll be making one as well

[@turnintoo7887]

+atteljas Thank you! I hope it goes well for you. It's a great sturdy table.

[@vermontjeff2535]

Nice build, I really like it. My porch has the x beams also ( western ranch style ) yes we have horses, but I will build this . Thanks for posting, good music also

[@bobbyscarpentryprojects4648]

Nice job, nice table. Why not a plunge cut on the x's for fit?

[@turnintoo7887]

Glad you enjoyed it!! Cheers

[@BoredAtWork2000]

My knees are on fire just watching you work on the ground...maybe the next project is a work bench? :-)

[@turnintoo7887]

Ha yes, that's a great idea, and it was def a good workout.

[@rolandothompson3088]

nice love it.

[@turnintoo7887]

Thanks man! Appreciate it! Hope all is well.

[@tracyd1418]

Bravo! Really nice, simple table that doesn't require advanced skills or tools. I would probably like add wood glue between the top boards and bottom boards. Also, if you stain with a dark stain first, then scrape it off, then stain again with a lighter stain you get a lot more wood grain and it looks antiqued. Don't forget to distress toy table too. That's the fun part!

[@nickwalters5196]

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[@DBLOCKDBLOCK-uf3yy]

Hold up !!! How did u attach the top ???

[@turnintoo7887]

I attached the top to the frame using 2.5" wood screws. Make sure you drill a pilot hole first.

[@DBLOCKDBLOCK-uf3yy]

Turnin Too Thanks

[@tailboard]

Beautiful! Thanks!

[@turnintoo7887]

Thank you!

[@matthewt.3924]

Just built this table and momma is happy. One thing about your cut list that I had to correct, no big deal. The 1x10's and 2x2's should be the same length. Either 41" or 41.5", doesn't matter. Thanks for the idea!

[@turnintoo7887]

Yeah, I may have accidentally messed that up in the cut list. My apology! Glad mom is happy!!

[@harrisonpetrik2208]

Turnin Too you may want to change it in the description because I realized this problem too late after I had already assembled bottom shelf lumber together. Have not attached side supports for bottom, any suggestions how to fix it without buying and cutting new 2x2’s??

[@becka_9516]

Awesome job looks beautiful :)

[@turnintoo7887]

Thank you!

[@paulinocosta2849]

wow... good... very good!

[@turnintoo7887]

Thank you Paulino

[@wood4nothing284]

Nice job it looks fantastic, Cheers Tim from wood 4 nothing

[@turnintoo7887]

Awesome thanks so much!!

[@NoahsVisalus]

Great video. How do you attach the table top to the bottom frame once you're done staining the lower half?

[@turnintoo7887]

+NoahCanHelp I turn it all upside down and attach it using some wood glue (use clamps if possible) and 2.5" screws. 3 on each side and then at least 6 on each end....the more the better. Sorry I wasn't able to put this on the video.

[@MrTripleD3]

That is not true about "the more the better." You should really read more about expansion and contraction of wood before you do something like this. You should also look up different methods for attaching table tops. Putting a bunch of screws into a table top and screwing down into the apron/frame will result in big problems down the road. That is a pretty wide piece of wood, and in turn will expand quite a bit when humidity goes up. If you screw it down directly into the table rather than use fasteners designed for attaching table tops that allow the wood to move, your table top will start to split, bow, crack, or possibly the frame. Water is a stronger force than wood so eventually some area of your table will fail if you don't account for the humidity changes of the wood

[@whosZelda]

I'm planning on making this myself. Would it matter that the 2x2s are treated because nowhere around me has it in Pine? Or what should I do?

[@turnintoo7887]

I would not use treated lumber. it is very toxic.

[@E.force89]

very cool .

[@turnintoo7887]

Thank you!!

[@anthonyleonardi7836]

How do you get wood that looks so perfect and flat and flush? Do you put it through a jointer or planer before the video of the build process?

[@turnintoo7887]

Just make sure you purchase some wood that is already flat and straight. I didn't put it through a planer at all. The big box stores will have some good wood, you just have to look for it sometimes.

[@JustinBeyerlin1]

What stain did you use? I like the looks of it!

[@turnintoo7887]

Special Walnut is the stain. Thanks!

[@thegreatgriggs1035]

Nice video.... Do you have a workbench for your mitre saw? Working on the floor is a pain in the back.

[@turnintoo7887]

+TheGreat Griggs I don't have one at the moment. And you are correct, it's not the best way to use the mitre saw. I need to make a table/stand for it. Thanks for watching!

[@christopherwilhelm8852]

Does it matter where you drill the pocket holes or do you have a specific measurement for them?

[@turnintoo7887]

+Christopher Wilhelm I would say use some scraps to find the correct settings on your kreg jig and drill depth (play with it and get a feel for it)....I used 2.5" pocket hole screws and 1 1/4" screws for joining the bottom shelf.

[@Creative.Dream.Studios]

about how much did it cost you? where did you buy your wood and what type of wood is it?

[@turnintoo7887]

+Looking For Adventure About $55-$60 in costs. I purchased the wood from Lowes and it is mainly pine with a few pieces being douglas fir.

[@ttpp374]

Awesome work, how is the top attached? Was that just with more pocket holes

[@turnintoo7887]

I just turned the table upside down and attached the top through the 2x4's on the base! I wasn't able to put that in the video! Hope that helps! Thanks

[@chrissleblanc]

table looks good i normally use 1 1/2 to join 3/4 and 7/8 board

[@turnintoo7887]

Thanks.

[@TheLegendInYou]

cool table

[@turnintoo7887]

Thanks

[@brepreece]

Hi there. Loved the video! what size drill bit did you used and what is the depth of the drill hole.

[@Lascarnjackson]

Wow that’s nice. How long did this take to make? I wanna try for myself

[@turnintoo7887]

Thanks so much Steve. Took about two day with staying and drying etc. Here is a smaller version made a little different as well! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jn63ZIyIaL5knZo Let me know if you have any questions! Thanks again!

[@jessicameddings7503]

Love The Video!! I'm Trying To Do The Same Exact Table But Longer At 5ft. Could You Possibly Tell Me What I Would Need And A Cut List. Much Appreciated. I'm 6 Months Pregnant With My Second & In The Crafting Mode. :)

[@SmileyFace6666]

Great video! It's been 3 off years now, how is it holding up? Reflecting back, is there anything that you would do differently?

[@turnintoo7887]

Great question. I ended up giving the table to a friend who was in transition and needing new furniture. It has held up very well. It's super sturdy, and the bottom shelf is great to have. My daughter used it every day to build puzzles, eat, play with play doh etc. just a great table.

[@turnintoo7887]

I built another one to replace this in my home and I used plywood instead of attaching several pieces for the bottom shelf. Other than that, pretty much the same process. Thanks again for your question!

[@mreckoner]

hi there.i would like to ask what did you use to attach the screw? this is a first for me to make and still gathering my equipment

[@turnintoo7887]

+Ma. Rita Parungao It's called a Kreg jig. very handy tool! You can get them at any Home Depot or Lowes

[@ChristinaMarin]

Hi Derek, I'm almost done with mine!! thanks so much for the video. just wondering how/where you attached the top of the table to the table frame and what screws did you use?

[@turnintoo7887]

I used 2.5" wood screws. Make sure you drill a pilot hole first!

[@fmicheo416]

How did you attach the top? Did you use pocket holes in the 2x2 aprons or just screw 2 1/2 inch screws through the bottom?

[@turnintoo7887]

+Francisco Micheo Yes, I put 2 1/2" screws through the 2x2's and 2x4's. I would say at least 3 along the sides on the 2x2's and at least 6 at each end through the 2x4's. I wasn't able to film this part.

[@kellyphillips7080]

Hi. This is a dumb question but I've never done this before. I saw in comments the dimensions are 52x32.5x18. I'm trying to adjust lengths so it fits in my room better. If using 2x12s how did your dimensions get to 32.5 width? Thank you!

[@turnintoo7887]

+Kelly Phillips Kelly, a 2x12 is actually about 11 - 1/8" wide. So if using 3 the length should go to 32.5". Sorry about the confusion. Hope it goes well!

[@Linda9437]

what color stain did you use..love that table

[@andysanders6593]

walnut. maybe the minwax dark walnut. I use that on many projects and it looks similar.

[@Linda9437]

Ok thank you did a great job

[@turnintoo7887]

walnut

[@Linda9437]

+Turnin too thank you

[@stephaniesouder3973]

I like how you used wider boards for the top instead of 2x4s

[@rchavez5056]

Stephanie Cole The wider the board the more chance of warping. Especially dimensional lumber from the big box store.

[@davidnewman7388]

What angle did you cut the X’s at? I tried tracing and it didn’t quiet work. Any tips?

[@michaels1527]

Awesome video! What grit sandpaper did you use???

[@turnintoo7887]

220 grit, makes it nice and smoothe

[@loganbloom5664]

I think it's funny that he sends everything after he has it all together

[@ΈρηΠαπανικολάου-χ8ε]

LOVELY!

[@turnintoo7887]

Thank you so much

[@johanmadrigal3035]

What kind of wood do you recommend? Thank you!!

[@turnintoo7887]

pine

[@Farcewipe]

Did you not wipe the stain off?

[@turnintoo7887]

yes, i did wipe off some places where it was needed, but i only used 2 coats.

[@j.strachan2510]

Whats your way on filling the pocket holes

[@turnintoo7887]

you can use wood filler. its not very expensive

[@joehurtubise7563]

What type of wood should be used cider?

[@turnintoo7887]

I used pine. Any kind of wood can be used though. Whatever you can get your hands on .

[@billgeorgebarnett356]

Would you create a desk 12by18inches. Would you create something like that?

[@andysanders6593]

+Bill George Barnett i will. send me an example of what you are looking for

[@billgeorgebarnett356]

A question I asked and got a reply back.

[@colebullard420]

What are the final dimensions? Want to make one like it but thinking it might be a little too big for my couch area

[@turnintoo7887]

+Cole Bullard It's 52" long....18" high and 33 1/2" wide. You can adjust it to any dimensions you need. You can use 2x10's or 2x8...etc to make the table top skinnier if needed. Just have to make sure you are measuring as you go.

[@bengrooby665]

What workbench is that? I'd like to buy one like it

[@srt4006]

what kind of wood, and did you use conditioner before the stain?

[@turnintoo7887]

+brian manzo I used pine and did not use wood conditioner. I just sanded it to 220 grit and used one coat of stain.

[@02tamaral]

on your cut list you have 2x4-4 27 5/8 but in the video its says to cut the bottom and top shelf support at 27 3/4" which one should I follow?

[@antoniof.munozrecio9537]

es preciosa!! un gran trabajo.. Muchas gracias por mostrarlo.

[@turnintoo7887]

De nada

[@Rick6767rick]

hi...what was that thing you used to make the holes for the screws....i remember seeing some commercial for it....some kind of jig or something

[@turnintoo7887]

That's a Kreg jig. You can get them at any home improvement store.

[@fredbrown6757]

What size are the boards for the shelf & the table top? My Granddaughter wants me to make her a table just like that & some side table's to match. Are they 1x12 or 2x12 ? Ps I enjoyed the video !!!

[@turnintoo7887]

+Fred Brown Fred, the table top boards are 2 x 12's and the bottom shelf is 1 x 10. Hope it goes well! Thanks!

[@bryanhyde447]

How big is it and do you sell them?

[@turnintoo7887]

+Bryan Hyde 55" x 33.5" and I do sell them. I get requests for them occasionally. I usually make a smaller matching end table to go with it as well.

[@elrojo25]

sorry how did you attached the top? Did you screw thru the aprons? Great job! Beautiful!

[@elrojo25]

+Brian Paciulan sorry Saw your comment from before. again, Great job

[@bjc215]

..are you talking to yourself on youtube??? lol!! ..I had the same question about attaching the top.. I'm assuming that was attached by glue and pocket holes from the bottom to the apron ..gonna have to watch again because I think this is gonna end up in my living room when I get enough $$ to buy that kreg jig and a miter saw.. and a little bit of lumber, stain, etc.

[@bjc215]

..fuck..I can't tell.. maybe, straight up from the bottom of the apron where you can't quite see a hole / screw

[@turnintoo7887]

@@bjc215 yes from the bottom. I used 2.5" screws. My camera went out and wasn't able to show it. Sorry about that. I will be doing a video shortly on the matching end table and I will show the attachment. Cheers

[@angipp01]

I see the 1x12 are pine. Did you use Spruce? Douglas fir is not a available at big box stores in Ontario Canada.

[@turnintoo7887]

+Ang ipp I purchased the wood at either Lowes or Home Depot. I try and use all the same wood, in this case I couldn't get 2x2 in pine, so I had to use what they had (douglas fir). Technically the 2x2's are called furring strips. The main reason I try and use the same species is to keep the stain a uniform color. I have never used spruce before. I have ripped my own 2x2's and 2x4's from left over 2x6's or 2x12's etc. That is another way to keep the species all the same. Just a lot more work.

[@cordeliaredwine360]

How much did everything cost?

[@cordeliaredwine360]

+Cordelia Redwine sorry I see it below

[@turnintoo7887]

+Cordelia Redwine The entire project will be about $60 unless you can find some free wood somewhere. Sometimes Craigslist will have some in your area if you do a search. =0)

[@Hunteecomb]

Genius!

[@turnintoo7887]

your too kind Ashley

[@miguelameraz]

How did you attach the top? Through the side aprons?

[@turnintoo7887]

+Mike Mike yes sir. the more screws the better

[@chriss1183]

no sir, you should be using table top clips... this allows for the expansion and contraction of the table top through the seasons. or you can make your own version but screwing a table top is a def no no

[@mikeoncampus]

Thanks for sharing! What kind of wood did you use? I saw others asking this below as well. Oak?

[@turnintoo7887]

I used pine from the big box stores

[@kevindevaux4244]

very beautiful table, how much did the supplies cost in total?

[@BoredAtWork2000]

About $65. Just made one myself.

[@turnintoo7887]

@@BoredAtWork2000 yes you are correct!!

[@turnintoo7887]

about $65. Try and find some free wood on craigslist first.

[@FranksCaliWoodSpecialty]

Using the 2x2s is a much better idea than cutting up 2x4s to create the "X".

[@dman5703]

Frank's CaliWood Specialty 2x4 gives you more wood for cheaper so you need less to make more

[@richardmooney3845]

some measurements are different on the video than the ones you put down in the description. which ones are correct?

[@ChalkysFinest]

how much did it end up costing?

[@turnintoo7887]

+Trey Small Probably cost about $50 in materials. I had some extra 2x4's laying around and had stain and finish already, but if you started from scratch would cost about $50 maybe $60.

[@sarasanchez5464]

I need a pocket hole clamp!

[@turnintoo7887]

Ha. Yes. It is extremely handy. Makes things a lot easier. I hope it’s going well.

[@ittzfr3sh]

Love this! I have neither the skills nor tools to make this. Don't believe you'll make one of these for sale huh?

[@turnintoo7887]

yes sir, i do sell them

[@elipottebaum6600]

What stain did you use

[@turnintoo7887]

Special walnut

[@redemptionsong123]

what type of wood did you use? I'm having a hard time finding the same species of wood for each of the components of the table. I'm worried that they won't all stain the same.

[@turnintoo7887]

+redemptionsong123 I used pine for everything except for the 2x2's. They were Douglas fur. You should be able to find what you need at Lowe's, Home Depot or McCoys. They all carry different sizes of the same kinds of lumber. I would recommend using pine.

[@dougraincock4515]

Why are the bottom boards 41.5 and side boards 41?

[@rebelrobz]

any tips or secrets on how to get those cross cut angles correct? I see you jut marked a line by holding the 2x2 in place. I am not so lucky.

[@BoredAtWork2000]

Just to the math and calculate the angle. :-) Joking... I cut 30degree angles on mine and just let the cross fall where it did. Looked fine.

[@turnintoo7887]

just do the best you can on the mitre saw. it takes practice. make good lines with your pencil.

[@katarinajezik5960]

Do more projects like this!!! @turnin too

[@turnintoo7887]

Check out my new video

[@sharonmattke5293]

How did you attach the table top?

[@turnintoo7887]

with 2.5" screws. just put the table upside down on top of the table top and put screws in all along the frame. I would drill pilot holes first though or you will have a tough time with it.

[@TheCodyj777]

Have you done pocket holes on the x’s or is the method in the video the route you prefer?

[@turnintoo7887]

Hey Cody! Yes I did try the pocket holes for the X’s. I would fill the holes with stainable wood filler. But I’ve stuck with this method. Just saves a little time and it’s effective. I’ll be doing the X end table video pretty soon here and I’ll use the same method for the X’s. I’ve made about a hundred of these X tables and I learn new ways of assembling them. But I can put them together in my sleep pretty much. I’ll have that video up within a week or so. Hope that helps!

[@TheCodyj777]

Totally does thanks. One last question: where would you make the pocket holes on the x’s and if you had the x’s look like one x instead of one in front or behind the other?

[@turnintoo7887]

@@TheCodyj777 If you make the X one instead of two pieces, then I'd put the pocket holes on the bottom sides of the 2x2.

[@TheCodyj777]

Thanks for the feedback 👍🏻

[@turnintoo7887]

Cody Jensen you got it

[@johnva5801]

is there a matching end table? tv stand

[@turnintoo7887]

yes, there is a matching end table. I will do a video on that soon. thanks

[@FcukinJames]

What type of wood was used?

[@turnintoo7887]

pine

[@tylereldridge1900]

Whew, that music is tough to take.

[@bubbalou2460]

Tyler Eldridge it's a wallflowers song

[@turnintoo7887]

Sorry brah

[@thisisthelaw.co_]

LOL, I'm literally crying hahahahaha... so true.

[@Thisispants]

@@bubbalou2460 pretty sure it's a jayhawks song.

[@bhavikvadhia1615]

Hi, great video! I'm curious, did you use C16 timber?

[@turnintoo7887]

i used pine

[@chasetrimble8567]

How did you go about attaching the top?

[@turnintoo7887]

+chase trimble I used 2.5" screws....about 18 screws in all. I just turned the table base upsides down on to the bottom of the table top and put them in.

[@noeltravis7731]

Turnin Too did the tabletop ended up splitting

[@shakeyperspective3981]

Turnin Too - how did you make those 60 degree cuts for the 2x2 X's?

[@turnintoo7887]

I just used a pencil marking and did the best I could with my chop saw

[@xxkellie2185]

How long did it take for you to make it

[@KINGMADDROX]

+Tumblr_Girl takes around 2 days .

[@turnintoo7887]

+Tumblr_Girl one day in the shop is all it told

[@KINGMADDROX]

Derek Hassell u must be a super sayin to gett those dry times . cause atleast 2 cause of the finish

[@williampepe6104]

just made one in the basement, no trouble other than I can't stain due to rain :( fun project all in all

[@turnintoo7887]

Great to hear! Making your own useable furniture is very enjoyable.

[@turnintoo7887]

What's up everybody!! Check out my newest table video! Let me know your thoughts! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJWUaKaffZuEj80

[@kennethduff7900]

Would you care to give a list of the tools you used for this project? Thank you.

[@turnintoo7887]

+Kenneth Duff They should be in the description.

[@shirleytrowbridge3465]

is there a place that I can print out what I need

[@turnintoo7887]

sorry shirley I don't have any printouts or anything.

[@rezakarimpour5897]

Perfect. What kind of wood did you use?

[@turnintoo7887]

Pine wood