A DIY tutorial to build a kids play table with storage bins underneath. Make this generous size play table perfect for any kids play space.
Play Table with Storage
Bins on Wheels
Play Table Plans
Supplies:
- 3 – 2x2x6 boards
- 2 – ¾” plywood handy panels
- 2 – 1x2x8 boards
- 1 – 1x10x8 board
- 1 – 1x10x6 board
- 8 – 1 ½” ridgid casters
- 1 ¼” & 2 ½” pocket hole screws
- 2” wood screws
- 1 ¼” finish nails
- wood glue
Cut List:
TABLE:
- 4 – 2×2 @ 13 1/2” (legs)
- 3 – 2×2 @ 21” (short aprons & center support)
- 2 – 2×2 @ 33” (long aprons)
- 1 – ¾” plywood @ 24” x 36” (top)
- 2 – 1×2 @ 24” (short trim)
- 2 – 1×2 @ 37 1/2” (long trim)
STORAGE BINS:
- 2 – ¾” plywood @ 14” x 21 ¾”(base)
- 4 – 1×10 @ 21 ¾” (long sides)
- 4 – 1×10 @ 15 1/2” (short sides)
Step 1: Attach the short aprons to the legs using wood glue and 2 ½” pocket hole screws. Make 2.
Step 2: Attach long aprons using wood glue and 2 ½” pocket hole screws.
Step 3: Attach center support to long aprons using wood glue and 2 ½” pocket hole screws.
Step 4: Attach top to the base using wood glue and 2” countersunk screws.
Step 5: Attach trim to table top using wood glue and 1¼” finish nails. Keep a ¾” lip.
Step 1: Attach base to long side using wood glue and 1¼” pocket hole screws.
Step 2: Cut out handle from short sides using a jigsaw.
Step 3: Attach short sides to base using wood glue and 1¼” pocket hole screws.
Step 4: Secure short sides to long sides using 2” countersunk screws.Add casters to underside.
Sand well and finish as desired.
Love this my going to share it with my son so he can make it forhis sons 1st. birthday ! Thank You for sharing
This is the coolest! I wish we would have made something like this for Henry – it's such a great transitional piece. It can work for trains, cars, legos …. has a lot of longevity. And I'm obsessed with those drawers. SO MUCH SPACE.
This would make an excellent LEGO table! All you need is the base plate up top and perhaps to segregate the storage bins more so you can compartmentalise all the different bricks!
Samm M
Is there a typo in the cut list for the short apron pieces? The cut list says they are 23" long, which is what I cut and installed, but now the table is too big….in going back to figure it out I noted that the diagram shows the board as 21".
Did I miss something?
Thanks!
Yes you are correct. Thank you for finding the error. I have updated the post and plans to reflect 21".
What was your estimated cost?
I would estimate just under $100 but prices for lumber vary. Also it depends a lot on what type of wood you choose. Hope that's helpful.
Hi,
First off thanks for posting this info! I have a quick question, if I were to increase the table top size to 24×48”, would only my long apron measurement change? If so, to what length? Thanks for the help!
I can’t seem to locate the plans for the DIY PLAY TABLE (24″ X 36″) WITH STORAGE BINS.
Hi Lori, the plans are up above within the post and also a link to the PDF printable version here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B85dRd-BoH0wWHFONjl5MTI0OXc/view Hope that helps.
What is a handy panel?
Hi Roxanne, A handy panel is a piece of plywood (or MDF or white board or peg board) that measures 24″ x 48″. It’s a handy size that is much more user friendly for smaller projects than a full sheet (4′ x 8′).