I Built a Farm Table

I've been making pine board tops for dining tables, coffee tables, islands, and sideboards for a few years now, so it was a natural next step to tackle making a whole farm table. This is actually the second one I've built, the first is in my dining room. When I'm at the flea market I keep an eye out for antique table leg sets. They're surprisingly affordable and easy to find, and add the extra character that new legs or straight posts lack. I built the frame in the shaker style and secured it with significant vigor, because there's nothing worse than a shaky table. I added the casters to this one because the legs originally had them, I had an antique set on hand, and the table needed an extra 2" of height to bring it to a comfortable modern dining height (30"). The top is sanded, stained, and sealed pine boards. I painted the base ASCP Old White to contrast with the deep tone of the wood top. I love the grain and rustic feel of them. I beveled the edges to give the top a more finished look. The table is 6feet long and 34" wide. I'm working on a set of chairs that compliment it right now. What do you think?

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