Kids bbq table
Plans - Instructions - Material list
Below are the plans, instructions & cutting list for each piece of timber needed
to construct the kids bbq picnic table. This is a smaller copy of the full-size 4 seater bbq table.
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This is the Ft & Inch version
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click here for the Metric version
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Lumber stock sizes used in this project are 1x6 for the seats and table top
and 1x3 for the legs, seat supports, table supports and brace
1x6 lumber usually machines (dresses, planes) down to approx 3/4" x 5-1/2".
1x3 lumber usually machines (dresses, planes) down to approx 3/4" x 2-1/2".
Pine is a typical lumber that can be used for this project. Untreated lumber can be used if the table is to be used indoors. If the table is to be left outside, choose a lumber that has a natural resistance to decay (doesn't rot easily) in preference to a pressure-treated lumber. The chemicals in some pressure-treated lumber can make for a potentially dangerous eating surface.
Your local lumber store can advise you on the available options.
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End profile
Front profile
Individual pieces
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Cutting List
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Item
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Size / Description
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Quantity
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a
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Legs
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1x3 (actual size 3/4" x 2-1/2") 23 1/2" long and angled each end 30 degrees off square. See diagram above.
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4
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b
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Cross member table top supports
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1x3 (actual size 3/4" x 2-1/2") x 16-1/2" long. Angle each end. Angle is for decorative purposes only.
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2
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c
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Cross member seat supports
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1x3 (actual size 3/4" x 2-1/2") x 33" long. Angle each end. Angle is for decorative purposes only.
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2
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d
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Brace / Spreader
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1x3 (actual size 3/4" x 2-1/2") x 24-1/2" long.
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1
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e
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Table top boards
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1x6 (actual size 3/4" x 5-1/2") x 35-1/2" long.
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3
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f
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Seat boards
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1x6 (actual size 3/4" x 5-1/2") x 35-1/2" long.
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2
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The Instructions
Step one.
Cut all the pieces of lumber as per cutting list and drawing above.
Step two.
On an even surface make up the two end frames. To do this first lay the cross members
(b) and (c), i.e. table and seat supports, flat on the ground and then
lay the legs (a) in place on top. Ensure the seat/table supports and the
legs are as dimensions shown in the 'end profile' diagram above.
Fasten together using 4 1-1/2" wood screws at each intersection.
Step three.
Stand the two end frames up and fix the brace (d) in place using two 1-1/2"
wood screws at each end. Ensure the brace is in the middle of the two end frames
and flush with the top. This brace also acts as a spacer for the two end frames.
Step four.
Lay the remaining five boards, i.e. two seat boards (f) and three top boards (e), in place on top of the seat and top supports. Check that the overhang is equal at both ends and that all is square
Fix boards (f) to the seat supports (c)
and boards (e) to the top supports (b). Use two 1-1/2" wood screws at each meeting.
Note:
For added strength, glue all joins before screwing.
Pre-drill the screw holes with a drill bit slightly smaller than the shank of the screw. This will stop possible splitting.
All done. Eazy with a "Z"
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User comments
I just wanted to say thanks for the plans. They were well laid out, easy to follow and produced a great final product.
My husband and I decided to tackle a wood property fence after Hurricane Ike
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E. Renshaw,
League City, TX
My husband and I just finished building the child-sized picnic table for our daughter. It is perfect in every aspect and just what we were looking for. It only cost us around $40., far cheaper than buying a wooden one already made or even the plastic ones We used treated lumber and switched out the 1x3's with 2x4's. The plans were great and we didn't even argue once. Great site! We will be back soon for more plans.
THANK YOU!! The Randalls, Mars Hill, NC
Hi there,
Just wanted to say a big thank you for the plans/instructions on making the kids picnic table.
I'm a complete beginner and even i made a pretty good table. My little boy absolutely loves it.
Thank you,
Aftab (Bristol, UK) See photo here.
Just wanted to let you know the plans were perfect. Living in central NY I beefed it up a bit using 2x4, 2x6 and decking boards all treated lumber to withstand the harsh winters. I've attached a few pictures, nice project the kids could help with. It's the twins 5th Birthday next week.
Thanx for the plans. Paul See photos here.
Hello, my husband Ray Lankton, built this kid's picnic table for our grandchildren.
They loved it. He said the plans were easy to follow and the table turned out beautifully.
See photos here.
Many Thanks, Jean Lankton
Using plans from your website, my husband made this lovely pine picnic table for our daughter's birthday party out of a used bookshelf! Easy to build--thanks!
See photo here.
Susanne
This was my first woodworking project and after I finished it, I painted the picnic table! It turned out great and my kids LOVE it!!!
See photo here.
Lisa
Wanted to add this pic to my comments about children's picnic table.
Thanks! Still love checking out your site
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Lorrie Marantz.
The table went together really easily, and fits my 2 & 5 year olds perfectly with room to grow. It is their dining table! Click here to see photo.
B & J Tarrant
I built my kid's table from compressed plastic decking planks. And although it weighed about 50 Lbs. and cost well over $50.00 for brass screws, etc. it has survived for four harsh years in the sun, rain, snow, bird droppings, pine sap and all the abuse a bunch of 5 year olds can dish out. It looks great and my neighbors want to borrow it all the time for parties and such. Great plans!
Jay
Sam built a picnic table for his grandchildren.....
This was a great project and the grandkids love it--simple to make but a very sturdy little table.
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-----Sam from Tennessee
Thanks so much for the great plans. My 3 year-old daughter absolutely loves her picnic table. We keep it inside and have picnics and snacks indoors. It's great fun. Next summer I will make another for outside.
Excellent website. Looking forward to trying some more projects from here.
Sincerely,
L Marantz
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