How to Make a Wooden Pub Table

Everybody loves a pub table because they are so versatile. Because of their size, they are easily stored away when not in use. In addition, a wooden pub table can add character to an otherwise dreary dining area. They come in various shapes and sizes, but if you cannot find one to match your needs, you can always build your own. Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions

1

Place the 36-inch MDF on a work table. Measure 8 inches in from all four edges, and make enough marks to draw a line around the perimeter of the tabletop. Place the framing square on the marks to draw the lines. Set aside for now.

2

Place the two 20-inch MDF pieces on a worktable. Make marks 16 inches from all four edges to give you a 4-by-4-inch square in the center. Next, make a mark in the center of each piece from two edges. Drill a countersink hole with the paddle bit on the center mark. Be careful not to drill more than 3/8 inch deep. Set one of these aside for now.

3

Drill eight countersink holes on 5-inch centers around the perimeter of the 20-inch piece of MDF. These holes will be used to secure the 36-inch MDF piece to the 20-inch MDF piece.

4

Apply glue to the top of the 4-by-4 post. Place the 20-inch MDF piece with the eight countersink holes on the top of the post. Be sure the 1-inch countersink hole is away from the glue. Install one of the lag screws through this piece and into the post. Be certain the post is in the 4-inch square from Step 2.

5

Apply glue inside the square drawn on the 36-inch square MDF piece. Place the 20-inch piece with the post attached to it inside that square. Secure the pieces together with the deck screws. Take care not to screw them all the way through both pieces.

6

Apply glue to the exposed end of the post. Place the remaining 20-inch MDF piece on the post with the 1-inch countersink hole facing away from the glue. Secure the MDF piece to the post with the lag screw. Allow glue to set overnight before painting.