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Do-It-Yourself Coffee Table Plans...Are you a do-it-yourselfer looking for coffee table plans? If so, you’ve probably tried to build a coffee table from scratch before. And if so, you are very aware of the time, frustration, effort and money that go into building it. If you haven’t tried to build one yet, don't worry. If you really want to build a coffee table and you're determined to succeed, you will. You may have several questions. You may be wondering if do-it-yourself directions are too difficult to follow. You may be wondering whether coffee table plans take too much time, effort, and money to be worth it. Well, any time you undertake a furniture project you are going to have to face these issues. If you have already built a coffee table and you are back for another round, then you know what lies ahead. And you also know that it’s not all bad news and hard times. Doing hard work like this has many positive rewards: The pride of a job well done, having something in your home that you created with your bare hands, and having something that you will be able to pass on to future generations. Yes, creating a coffee table from scratch by following coffee table plans can be very rewarding. Following The Coffee Table PlansWhen following the do-it-yourself plan, make sure you read the instructions thoroughly.If you miss one step then you might as well stop building. Each step is of equal importance. Remember this fact: Don’t skip steps in your coffee table plans! Also make sure when you are choosing your plans that you choose one that is suitable to your experience. Don’t choose advanced instructions if you are a novice. Nothing is more frustrating then working with instructions that are too far advanced for your skill level. Now, once you have chosen the appropriate plans you need to find the proper materials. Try your local home improvement or hardware store for these items. Getting the Right Materials for Your Coffee Table Plans1.Coffee table legs: 4 legs at approximately 14 inches in length. 2 by 2 is common but you can use thicker.2.Coach Bolts: The most common bolts used are 6-inch with the additional washer and wingnuts for added sturdiness. 3.Table Top: Use any type of wood you would like but always try to get higher quality wood. Remember you get what you pay for. The most common size for the table top is 2.5 feet by 4 feet and 2 to 3 inches thick. 4.Corner Supports: For your coffee table plans use a 6 inch board cut at a 45 degree angle at both ends. 5.Wood Screws: We suggest using 30 at 1.5 inches in length and 16 at 2.6 inches in length. 6.Glue: You should have at least one bottle of wood glue handy. 7.Top Rail: You should have 2 or more of these at around 40 inches long and 2 or more at 18 inches. For actual, step-by-step coffee table plans in book form, visit amazon.com. Do It Right With The Right PlanHere are a few reliable and reasonably priced coffee table plans:Available at Amazon.com: A Coffee Table Display Case (Nutshell News Plans Service, No. N103) (Paperback)by Elmer TAg (Author) Coffee Table Bench (The TAB Craftsman Library of Project Plans) (Paperback)by TAB Books (Author) Leave The Coffee Table Plans Page To Go Home Go To The Display Coffee Table Page Go To The Military Display Coffee Table Page Go To The Wooden Coffee Tables Page Go To The Glass Coffee Table Page Go To The Unfinished Coffee Table Page Go To The Build A Coffee Table Plans Page Go To The Lounge Coffee Table Page
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