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DIY Turned Leg Coffee Table

Learn how to build this DIY turned leg coffee table for under $100! This beautiful coffee table features turned legs, beaded wood trim, and a timeless design. Download the free printable plans and follow along with the step-by-step tutorial.
Course: DIY Furniture
Cuisine: Free Plans, table and consoles, Woodworking
Keyword: DIY Turned Leg Coffee Table, Turned Leg Coffee Table, Wood Coffee Table
Servings: 1 Coffee Table
Cost: $100

Equipment

  • Miter Saw
  • - Kreg Jig 720PRO
  • - Drill/driver
  • Brad Nailer
  • - Orbital sander
  • - Clamps
  • Tape Measure
  • - Speed Square

Ingredients

  • 1 24" x 48" edge-glued wood panel
  • 2 1x3 boards
  • 2 1x2 boards
  • 4 16" turned legs
  • Approximately 8' beaded wood trim
  • 1-1/4" pocket hole screws
  • 1-1/4" brad nails
  • 3/4" brad nails
  • Wood glue
  • Wood filler
  • Stain or paint
  • Protective topcoat

Instructions

  • Cut all apron boards to size according to the plans. Drill 3/4" pocket holes in both ends of each apron board and along the top edge for attaching the tabletop.
  • Mark each turned leg 1/2" in from the inside edge. Attach the short apron boards to the legs with wood glue and 1-1/4" pocket hole screws. Repeat to build the second leg assembly.
  • Connect both leg assemblies with the long apron boards using wood glue and 1-1/4" pocket hole screws. Check the base for square before tightening all of the screws.
  • Center the completed base on the underside of the tabletop, leaving a 1" overhang on all four sides. Clamp it in place and attach it using the pocket holes in the apron.
  • Measure the assembled tabletop before cutting the trim. Cut the 1x2 trim with 45° mitered corners, then attach it flush with the tabletop using wood glue and 1-1/4" brad nails.
  • Cut the beaded wood trim to fit each side of the 1x2 trim. Attach it with wood glue and 3/4" brad nails.
  • Fill all nail holes with wood filler, sand the entire table smooth, then apply your stain or paint followed by a protective topcoat.

Notes

- Measure the tabletop before cutting the trim for the best fit.
- Check the base for square before attaching the tabletop.
- Use wood glue on every joint for added strength.
- Allow the finish to dry completely between coats.