One Sheet Plywood Console

By Jen Woodhouse
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Build this stylish console table out of a single sheet of plywood! Its minimalist yet chic design makes it a versatile piece that will look stunning anywhere in your home.

Difficulty moderate

Tools

Kreg Tools

Other Tools

  • Circular Saw (cordless)
    Circular Saw (cordless)
  • Jigsaw
    Jigsaw
  • Scroll Saw
    Scroll Saw
  • Square
    Square
  • Table Saw
    Table Saw
  • Tape Measure
    Tape Measure
  • Drill (cordless)
    Drill (cordless)
  • Nail Gun
    Nail Gun
  • Sander
    Sander

Materials

Wood Products

  • 1 Plywood , 3/4" Thick , Full Sheet

Hardware & Supplies

  • 1 3/4-inch Wood Veneer Edge Banding
  • 1 1 1/4-inch Pocket Screws
  • 1 1 1/4-inch Brad Nails
  • 1 1 inch Brad Nails
  • 1 Wood Glue
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Cut List & Parts

  • 1 Top , 3/4" x 61" x 16-1/2"
  • 1 Bottom , 3/4" x 58-1/2" x 14"
  • 4 Long Aprons , 3/4" x 53" x 2-1/2"
  • 4 Short Aprons , 3/4" x 9" x 2-1/2"
  • 6 Front, Back, Middle Legs , 3/4" x 32-1/2" x 3-1/2"
  • 4 Side Legs , 3/4" x 32-1/2" x 2-1/2"
  • 24 Curved Pieces , 3/4" x 3-1/2" x 3-1/2"
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Directions

  • Build the Two Sides

    Measure, mark, and cut side legs and short aprons to size. Drill 3/4-inch pocket holes into the ends of the short aprons and attach to the side legs with 1 1/4-inch pocket screws. Be sure to drill 3/4-inch pocket holes facing up in the side legs to attach the top in later steps.

    Step 1

  • Add the Front and Back Legs

    Measure, mark, and cut the front and back legs to size. Attach the front and back legs to the side legs with 1 1/4-inch brad nails and wood glue.

    Step 2

  • Attach the Bottom Shelf

    Measure, mark, and cut bottom shelf to size. Drill 3/4-inch pocket holes into the ends and attach to the sides with 1 1/4-inch pocket screws.

    Step 3

  • Add the Long Aprons To the Bottom

    Measure, mark, and cut long aprons to size. Attach to carcass as shown with 1 1/4-inch brad nails and wood glue.

    Step 4

  • Add the Long Aprons To the Top

    Measure, mark, and cut long aprons to size. Drill 3/4-inch pocket holes into the ends and attach to carcass with 1 1/4-inch pocket screws. Be sure to drill 3/4-inch pocket holes facing up to attach the top in later steps.

    Step 5

  • Attach the Middle Legs

    Measure, mark, and cut middle legs to size. Drill 3/4-inch pocket holes into the ends, find the midpoint in the carcass and attach middle legs with 1 1/4-inch pocket screws.

    Step 6

  • Add the Curved Details

    Measure, mark, and cut curved pieces out with a jigsaw, bandsaw, or scroll saw. Attach as shown with wood glue and 1 inch brad nails.

    Step 7

  • Add the Underside Support

    Measure, mark, and cut middle support to size. Drill 3/4-inch pocket holes into ends and attach as shown with 1 1/4-inch pocket screws.

    Step 8

  • Attach the Top

    Measure, mark, and cut top to size. Position over the carcass with a 1/2-inch overhang on all sides. Attach with 1 1/4-inch pocket screws driven from the aprons underneath.

    Step 9

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