Making Wooden Legs for a Coffee Table
Materials
- Wooden boards (2-inch square 12 inches long)
- Table saw (Optional)
- Hand saw
- Chisel
- Drill set (screwdriver, hammers, drill)
- Metal screws (to secure legs)
- Screwdriver
Instructions
- Measure and cut the wooden boards.
- Drill 2.5” holes into the bottom of each leg (4 total).
- Using a table saw, cut wooden boards on a 45° angle.
- Using a chisel and hand saw, trim the edges of the legs to preferred shape.
- Secure legs to bottom of the coffee table using metal screws.
Tips
- Make sure the wood you use is sanded and free of splinters before use.
- If you don’t own a table saw, you can use a hand saw for cutting the pieces.
- Drill pilot holes in the furniture to avoid splitting the wood when screwing in the screws.
Enjoy Your New Coffee Table!
Now that you’ve successfully created wooden legs for your coffee table, enjoy your new piece of furniture. With a sturdy and stylish wooden base, your coffee table will be the talk of the town!
