DIY Double X Console Table

Hi, it’s Amy from Hertoolbelt back with another build plan: a double X console table.

I changed a few things up from the original inspiration, the length, depth and I wanted the X legs a little more chunky.

How to Build a DIY Double X Console Table
by Amy of Hertoolbelt

Click Here to Get a Free Printable Version of this Building Plan

One of the best features of this table is the versatility of the table length.  I decided to build mine 5 1/2 feet long (66″).  Cut the Top and Shelves according to your desired length.

This post contains affiliate links. See our full disclosure policy here.

Materials

• 1 – 2″ x 12″ x 8′ board (actual dimensions 1 1/2″ x 11 1/4″)
• 2 – 1″ x 12″ x 6′ board (actual dimensions 3/4″ x 11 1/4″)
• 4 – 1″ x 3″ x 8′ board (actual dimensions 3/4″ x 2 1/2″)
• 2 – 1″ x 2″ x 8′ board (actual dimensions 3/4″ x 1 1/2″)
• 1 1/4″ pocket hole screws
• wood glue
• sandpaper
• wood filler
• paint/primer/stain/top coat
  • Approximate lumber cost: $47

Cut List

• 1 – 1 1/2″ x 11 1/4″ x 66″
• 2 – 3/4″ x 11 1/4″ x 66″
• 4 – 3/4″ x 2 1/2″ x 34 5/8″ with 30 deg miter on both ends
• 8 – 3/4″ x 2 1/2″ x 17 3/8″ with 30 deg miter on both ends, see diagram
• 10 – 3/4″ x 1 1/2″ x 11 3/8″

Step 1

Cut the 4 base long legs from 1×3 boards, 34 5/8″ long with 30 deg miter cuts on both ends (in the same direction).

Cut 8 base short legs from 1×3 boards.  Cut the pieces 17 3/8″ long with 30 deg miter cuts on both ends, in opposite directions.

Step 2

Drill pocket hole in one end of each of the base short leg pieces.  Mark 17 3/8″ up on each side of the long base leg, see diagram.  Use wood glue and 1 1/4″ screws to secure 2 short base legs to a long base leg.  Repeat for 4 X’s.

Step 3

Cut the 10 – 3/4″ x 11 3/8″ shelf support pieces.  Drill pocket holes in each end of the shelf support pieces.  Attach the shelf support pieces to a X with wood glue and 1 1/4″ pocket hole screws.  See diagram for dimensions.  Repeat for other X base.

Attach another X to the other side of the shelf support pieces.  Use wood glue and 1 1/4″ pocket hole screws to secure the shelf support pieces to the X. (You may need the short pocket hole bit to install the screws.)

Step 4

Cut the tops and the shelves to length.  Place the top pieces on top of the X’s.  Slide the middle and bottom shelf into place.

Step 5

Fill the pocket holes with filler and allow to dry.  Sand the console table until it is smooth, finishing with 120-150 grit sandpaper.  I first primed the X legs, then painted them white.  I applied pre-stain conditioner to the top and shelves, then stained them with Rustoleum Carrington.  You’ll want to protect the stained wood with a top coat, like polyurethane.

Once all of the finish dried, I slid the top and shelves into place and that’s it!  Done!

For more build plans check out Hertoolbelt:

Grand Island Console Table // Scroll Console Table // Narrow Sofa Table

More console tables to build:

super easy X sofa table

no-nails console table

farmhouse X console table

Published: July 23, 2016Filed Under: Contributor, DIY, DIY Project Plans, Living Rooms, Sketches/Renderings, Tables Tagged: build your own table, building plans, Console tables, DIY table, entryway, sofa table

About Amy Baesler

Amy is the tool lover at Hertoolbelt. On Hertoolbelt, Amy shares DIY furniture plans, handyman tutorials, and craft patterns. She has two pint sized 'helpers' that help fix things around the house and build fun projects.