Tuesday, October 29, 2013

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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9 comments:

  1. Just perfect! I'm showing this to the hubs because the table I have is too narrow to seat people on the ends. If he doesn't build it, I will! Thanks for all the info.

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    1. That's the spirit! It's really fun to build them, and you can make it to your own specific dimensions! If you don't have a good source for antique table legs, I'd recommend etsy or ebay. Good luck!

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  2. Wow you did an amazing job on the farm table! I think it's perfect. You should be quite proud.
    Hugs, Lynnie

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    1. Thanks Lynnie! It was a lot of fun to build and I can't wait to start on the next one!

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  3. This table is absolutely stunning. I am delighted to share that yours was one of the Top Viewed Posts on Home and Garden Thursday - I will be featuring you in this week's party - I appreciate you sharing,
    Kathy

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    1. Oh Thank you so much Kathy! I'm just tickled pink to be featured!!

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  4. Wow! It's absolutely GORGEOUS. I love the vintage legs and the stained top is wonderful. What type of wood is that and what color stain did you use?

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  5. I think your table is beautiful and you did an amazing job! Looks like mine that I bought new a few years ago for several hundred $$$. BTW I'm visiting from MMS FFF! Thank you!

    June

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  6. I LOVE the top!! Please let me know what stain you used? I would appreciate it!

    Karlin

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