9 Clever and Creative DIY Farmhouse Coffee Tables (With Pictures)
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Pete Ortiz - Last updated:
The farmhouse decorating trend is very hot right now. From entryway benches to wall hangings, it’s everywhere. For instance, farmhouse tables are plentiful in stores and in furniture advertisements. For those of you that may want a farmhouse table but do not want to dish out the cash or you just want to be creative, here are 9 DIY farmhouse coffee tables that are easy and inexpensive to make.
The 9 DIY Farmhouse Coffee Table Ideas
1. DIY Farmhouse Square Coffee Table
Materials: | Wood glue, paint, varnish or stain, plywood, and wood boards. |
Tools: | Drill, miter saw or circular saw, pocket hole jig, a square, pocket hole screws |
Difficulty Level: | Easy |
This DIY Farmhouse Square Coffee Table tutorial provides you with a step-by-step tutorial or free building plans for completing this easy project. It requires only a few tools that most DIYers will have in their tool shed or garage and some basic DIY skills. If you don’t have the tools needed, you may be able to buy or rent them at your local Lowes or Home Depot.
Once you have completed the building process, you can get creative with color or stain. Paint the table two-tone or create a distressed look. The choice is up to you!
2. Farmhouse Coffee Table (Beginner & Under $40)
Materials: | 2×6 and 2×4 studs, 2×2 furring strips, self-tapping screws, wood glue, wood braces |
Tools: | Safety glasses, sander, miter saw, drill, pencil, speed square, ear protection, tape measure |
Difficulty Level: | Beginner |
This DIY Farmhouse Square Coffee Table has an e-book, video tutorial, and step-by-step instruction tutorial, so you have a choice of which one you would like to use to complete the table. If you want to move the project along and do not want to cut the boards yourself, the instructions provide a cut list so you can have them cut to size at your local hardware store.
The tools required for the project are basic tools that most DIYers have in the garage or tool shed. If you don’t have the tools, you can buy them at any local hardware store.
Once you have completed the build, you can finish the project with paint or stain. The DIY’er in the video did not fill in the drill holes to give the table some character. You can also fill them in with wood filler before painting or staining your table.
3. DIY Square Farmhouse Coffee Table
Materials: | Lumber, screws, wood filler, polyurethane, paint, or stain |
Tools: | Impact driver and drill, tape measure, sanding block, protective gear, miter saw |
Difficulty Level: | Easy |
Here is another easy DIY Square Farmhouse Coffee Table for a DIY beginner. The instructions are easy to follow and detailed for a beginner. You can also watch the video tutorial if that is your preference.
The tools needed for the project are basic tools that are found in most homes or can be purchased at your local hardware store. Most hardware stores will also cut the boards to size if you don’t have a saw or prefer to not cut them yourself.
Once the building of the table is complete, you can paint or varnish the project to match your décor.
4. How to Make a Farmhouse Pallet Coffee Table
Materials: | Pallets, paint, screws, paint or stain, wheels |
Tools: | Reciprocating saw or Sawzall, sander or sanding block, drill, tape measure, jig |
Difficulty Level: | Easy |
This step-by-step tutorial on How to Make a Farmhouse Pallet Coffee Table is simple and easy to follow. It requires basic tools that you may have at home or can be purchased at your local hardware store. The project is a great repurposing project that you can complete in a few hours.
Once you have the table assembled, you can paint or stain it. If it matches your décor, you can leave it naturally distressed and apply a protective coat on it.
This would be great on an enclosed patio or deck.
5. DIY Chunky Farmhouse Coffee Table
Materials: | Wood, wood screws, wood glue, biscuits, pocket hole screws, wood dowels, Z clip fasteners |
Tools: | Jig, hammer drill, miter saw, BESSEY clamps, and biscuit joiner |
Difficulty Level: | Moderate |
The DIY Chunky Farmhouse Coffee Table is a project that may need someone that has basic woodworking skills. There are step-by-step instructions to complete the DIY project, but you will need to purchase the plans for the cut list. This may be a project for someone that has done other DIY projects in the past. It may not be good for the DIY beginner, however.
If you take on the project or purchase the plans, you will end up with a beautiful farmhouse coffee table that can be painted or stained. The distressed look with basket storage on the bottom shelf also makes a great farmhouse look.
6. Farmhouse Style Coffee Table
Materials: | Old thrift store coffee table, wood studs, paint, stain, screws, polyurethane |
Tools: | Sander or sandpaper, drill |
Difficulty Level: | Easy |
This Farmhouse Style Coffee Table is a project that was completed with a few boards, screws, and an old coffee table for the local thrift shop. It is an easy DIY project for someone on a tight budget. If you like to be creative and repurpose things, this is a great idea.
Once you have finished applying the boards, you can paint or stain the table any color you choose.
7. DIY 8 Board Farmhouse Coffee Table
Materials: | Wood, screws, wood glue, nails, pocket hole screws, paint or stain, and decorative corners (optional) |
Tools: | Jig, pencil, tape measure |
Difficulty Level: | Easy |
If you are looking for an easy project to do, this DIY 8 Board Farmhouse Coffee Table is inexpensive and easy to do. It requires basic carpenter tools that can be found in most homes or tool cabinets. The materials for the project are minimal so it should not put a dent in your budget. If you do not have the tools to complete the project, you can have the boards cut to size at your local hardware store. If you need tools, they also can be purchased at most hardware stores.
Once you have completed building the table, get creative. Paint or stain the table two-tone or give it a distressed look. Do something that will complement your existing décor.
You can print the plans for this project at the end of the post or follow the step-by-step in the post.
8. DIY Farmhouse Style Coffee Table
Materials: | Wood boards, furring strips, screws, stain, or paint |
Tools: | Saw, drill, drill bits, gloves, sanding block, chip brush |
Difficulty Level: | Easy |
This easy step-by-step DIY Farmhouse Style Coffee Table is an ideal project for a beginner. The tools needed to do the project are found in many homes or can be borrowed from a friend or relative. Most hardware stores will even cut the boards to size for you.
It is an inexpensive farmhouse coffee table that can be painted or stained to accent a remodel project or fit your existing décor. You can even add some decorative hardware to the project to personalize it to your liking.
9. DIY Farmhouse Coffee Table with Storage
Materials: | Wood boards, plywood, pocket hole screws, grabber screws, nails, wood filler, wood glue, hinges, supports |
Tools: | Accu-cut, wood clamp, pocket hole jig, circular saw, miter saw, table saw, drill, tape measure, impact driver, sander, nail gun |
Difficulty Level: | Moderate |
This Farmhouse Coffee Table with Storage is an excellent project for someone that wants extra storage for blankets and pillows, toys, or games. It is not a project for the beginner, however. The table is easy to build for someone that has carpentry experience and tools. It would be a terrific addition to a family room. Who does not need extra storage?
The table can be painted, stained, or left natural for a rustic look. The farmhouse look has varying options with color patterns and choices so be creative and have fun with it.
Conclusion
These farmhouse coffee tables are excellent for DIYers that are just beginning to learn some basic woodworking or building skills. The tools required are mostly inexpensive and easy to use. The tutorials are great for parent and child weekend projects and for households looking to save a few dollars. Start building and enjoy your new table!
Featured Image Credit: Curtis Adams, Pexels
Contents
- 1 The 9 DIY Farmhouse Coffee Table Ideas
- 1.1 1. DIY Farmhouse Square Coffee Table
- 1.2 2. Farmhouse Coffee Table (Beginner & Under $40)
- 1.3 3. DIY Square Farmhouse Coffee Table
- 1.4 4. How to Make a Farmhouse Pallet Coffee Table
- 1.5 5. DIY Chunky Farmhouse Coffee Table
- 1.6 6. Farmhouse Style Coffee Table
- 1.7 7. DIY 8 Board Farmhouse Coffee Table
- 1.8 8. DIY Farmhouse Style Coffee Table
- 1.9 9. DIY Farmhouse Coffee Table with Storage
- 2 Conclusion