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Rustic 4x4 End Table Plans

A 20″ square side table with 4x4 legs, 2x4 aprons, a slatted 2x6 top and a lower shelf. Pairs with the coffee table plan for a matching set.

20″ W × 20″ D × 22″ H17 pieces26 screwsFurniture
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3D model of the rustic end table
20″ × 20″ × 22″ side table: 4x4 legs, 2x4 aprons, slatted 2x6 top, and lower shelf.

Cut list

Identical pieces are grouped. Lengths are finished lengths in inches.

QtyMaterialSizeCutsPieces
4×4x420.5″Square (90°)Legs
4×2x415″Square (90°)2× Aprons2× Stretchers
6×2x418″Square (90°)2× Aprons2× Stretchers2× Shelf Slats
3×2x620″Square (90°)Slats

Lumber shopping list

Board counts are optimized from standard stock lengths and include a 1/8″ saw kerf per cut.

Tools you need

Assembly steps

  1. Frame Assembly
    4× Leg (4x4, 20.5″) 2× Apron (2x4, 15″) 2× Stretcher (2x4, 15″) 2× Apron (2x4, 18″) 2× Stretcher (2x4, 18″)
  2. Top & Finishing Assembly
    3× Top Slat (2x6, 20″) 2× Shelf Slat (2x4, 18″)
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FAQ

How much lumber do I need for this rustic end table?

1× 4x4 × 8′, 2× 2x4 × 8′, 1× 2x6 × 8′. That is 4 boards in total, optimized from standard stock lengths with a 1/8″ saw kerf.

What screws should I use?

The plan uses 26 wood screws (2-1/2″). Use exterior-rated screws for outdoor builds.

Can I customize or modify this plan?

Yes. Open it in the free BenchBuild 3D studio to freely modify the model, resize parts, add pieces, or change lumber dimensions. Your cut list, board count and cost estimate update automatically.

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