Post by brianpugh on Jan 21, 2018 9:07:37 GMT
Hi,
have some questions about a dining table I am building. I can attach a sketch of the design later... for now, descriptions.
The top of the table will be approximately 40"x72", made of red oak 1"x6"x6' boards glued together. The skirt/apron(?) will also be 1" oak, extending perhaps 4 inches from the bottom of the table, a few inches in from the table edge. The legs will be plain, 3" or 4" square (will either glue-up or box).
Questions:
1. Do I need additional leg support? What type? I wouldn't want any visible supports, because I am going for a somewhat 'modern' look.
2. How many braces do I need to add under the table top, for both structural strength and to prevent deflection? I was thinking maybe four 1"x4"x34.5" boards, placed on edge, perpendicular to the long sides of the table, spaced evenly apart.
3. Can I use cheaper lumber for the internal bracing (IE, pine 2x4's), or does mixing wood types create issues with warping, etc?
Please help.
Thanks!
I didn't find the right solution from the Internet.
References:
www.woodworkingtalk.com/f9/dining-table-design-question-30550/
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have some questions about a dining table I am building. I can attach a sketch of the design later... for now, descriptions.
The top of the table will be approximately 40"x72", made of red oak 1"x6"x6' boards glued together. The skirt/apron(?) will also be 1" oak, extending perhaps 4 inches from the bottom of the table, a few inches in from the table edge. The legs will be plain, 3" or 4" square (will either glue-up or box).
Questions:
1. Do I need additional leg support? What type? I wouldn't want any visible supports, because I am going for a somewhat 'modern' look.
2. How many braces do I need to add under the table top, for both structural strength and to prevent deflection? I was thinking maybe four 1"x4"x34.5" boards, placed on edge, perpendicular to the long sides of the table, spaced evenly apart.
3. Can I use cheaper lumber for the internal bracing (IE, pine 2x4's), or does mixing wood types create issues with warping, etc?
Please help.
Thanks!
I didn't find the right solution from the Internet.
References:
www.woodworkingtalk.com/f9/dining-table-design-question-30550/
Mobile App Trailers