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Free modern picnic table plans, PDF download (download link at bottom of blog post), includes measurements, step-by-step drawings, cutting list, and shopping list.
Modern Picnic Table Plans | Material List
Cutting List
| Part# | Qty. | Disc. | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | 2 | 4×4 | 60in. |
| B | 4 | 4×4 | 16-1/2in. |
| C | 4 | 4×4 | 14in. |
| D | 2 | 4×4 | 28in. |
| E | 1 | 4×4 | 56in. |
| F | 9 | 2×6 | 60in. |
Shopping List – Modern Picnic Table Plans
| Qty. | Disc. | Size |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4×4 | 8ft. |
| 5 | 2×6 | 10ft. |
| exterior wood glue | ||
| 3 inch deck screws |
Modern Picnic Table Plans | Overview
Side View
Front View
Cut two 4×4’s to 60 inches (A), notch 3-1/2 inches wide by 1-3/4 inches deep, as shown on drawing.
Cut four 4×4’s to 16-1/2 inches (B), notch one end to 3-1/2 inches wide by 1-3/4 inches deep.
Assemble parts (A) and (B) as shown on drawing, use exterior wood glue, pre-drill holes, and use 3 inch deck screws.
Cut four 4×4’s to 14 inches (C), notch both ends 3-1/2inches wide by 1-3/4inches deep.
Attach (C) to (A) as shown on drawing, use exterior wood glue, pre-drill holes, and use 3 inch deck screws.
Cut two 4×4’s to 28 inches (D), notch both ends 3-1/2inches wide by 1-3/4 inches deep.
Attach (D) to (C) as shown on drawing, use exterior wood glue, pre-drill holes, and use 3 inch deck screws.
Cut one 4×4 to 56 inches (E), notch both ends to 3-1/2 inches wide by 1-3/4 inches deep.
Attach (E) to (A) using exterior wood glue, pre-drill holes, and use 3 inch deck screws.
Cut nine 2×6’s to 60 inches (F), assemble as shown on drawing.
The 2×6 boards will have 1/4 inch gaps between boards.
The boards will have a two inch overhang on the side ends.
Protect the wood from the elements using exterior wood paint or a wood sealer.
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looks easy to do