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How to Build a Round Coffee Table

August 18, 2016

Sometimes when you add a piece of furniture it changes your whole perspective on a room.  This round coffee table did just that for my living room and I bet it might have the same effect for your space too!  I’ve teamed up with the beautiful folks at Simpson Strong-Tie® to bring you this round coffee table and I’m showing you how so you can build one too.
wood coffee table

A DIY tutorial to build a round coffee table. Make this round coffee table using 2x lumber and metal connectors using my plans.

family room coffee table 

Base Assembly

The base construction is almost like tinker toys.  You can cut all the pieces, paint them, and then assemble. I used two different Simpson Strong-Tie® connectors along with their easy self-tapping SD8wafer-head wood screws to attach all the pieces.

Watch this fast motion video of the assembly and you’ll see exactly how it all comes together:
diy round coffee table table with open base

Coffee Table Hardware 

I’m loving the contrast of the glossy blue painted base against the steel connectors and warm wood stained top. You could paint the connectors any color (I almost sprayed them gold but thought twice about that!) to match your décor.
how to build a round coffee table  

Planked Table Top

This version of the round coffee table has a 36” diameter top.  Which plenty big for drinks or magazines but you could go bigger if you have the space for it.
 
planked top on coffee table
And this top is planked using 1 ½” thick boards but you could use a solid plywood top and double the wood thickness.

Below is the link to step-by-step instructions to build this round coffee table. Always follow all safety precautions when using power tools.
 
36" round coffee table dimensions
Click here for a link to free printable PDFversion of the plans.  
Also be sure to watch the time-lapse video above for a real life view of the building process.

planked coffee table top
To make the planked top connect the boards using pocket holes.
cutting a round top with a jig saw
Then mark a 36″ diameter circle starting the center and cut out the top using a jig saw.  Follow the plans here for the remaining assembly process.

I took the photo below just so you can see the top cross support pieces:

2x2 legs on coffee table 

If you’re looking for an easy to assemble round coffee table with simple lines and a touch of industrial character then this project is for you.

round coffee table with industrial connectors
Disclaimer:  This post is brought to you in partnership with Simpson Strong-Tie®.  I was provided compensation and /or product for this post however all thoughts, opinions and creative ideas are my own.
 
For more building ideas using Simpson Strong-Tie® connectors and fasteners check out this projects below:
diy modular sofa and ottoman free plans
A modular style sofa and ottoman.
diy cleaning storage tower
This cleaning storage tower to corral all the gear.
diy workbench inspired desk
My favorite workbench inspired desk.
diy vanity desk free plans
And this fun vanity style desk for my girls.  And the updated version of this desk with a different drawer set up here.

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  1. Gail Wilson says

    September 19, 2016 at 2:03 AM

    Jaime,

    That table is awesome! I'm worn out just watching your video. 🙂

    The pocket holes confuse me a little. Did I miss something? why are there pocket holes on the ends of the boards?

    beautiful job!
    sharing on Facebook,
    gail

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  2. retiredrailgirl says

    August 6, 2017 at 6:49 PM

    I've been looking online for a 42" round coffee table. The only thing that comes close to what I am looking for cost around $800. I would like to try my hand at making a coffee table like the one you made. Would I just need to lengthen the braces on the underneath side of a 42" table top for support?

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    • jcprime1 says

      August 20, 2017 at 8:59 PM

      Yes I believe this layout will work for the larger 42" size. If you're feeling unsure you could use 2×3 boards or even 2×4 which will be a chunkier look. Good luck with your project and hooray for DIY!

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