Easy Way to Build a Picnic Table

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25 DIY Picnic Tables to Make Your Backyard Spring-Ready

These homemade outdoor tables will make backyard dining a delight. Just add a picnic!

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Spring has arrived, and with it comes warmer weather, flowers in full bloom, and fun barbecues in your backyard. If you're lacking in outdoor seating, consider designating a DIY picnic table as the heart of your backyard oasis. More than just a place to wine and dine, a picnic table can also serve as a gathering place for families, a sunny spot for kids to do craft projects, and even an outdoor classroom. If you want to save money on a picnic table—or if you want to create a one-of-a-kind piece that's unlike any you'll find in a furniture store—why not try a DIY project?

Even for amateur woodworkers, building your own picnic table is totally doable. To give you a leg up, we've rounded up all the best DIY picnic table plans the web has to offer. Whether your style is classic, modern, industrial, or farmhouse, there's a picnic table to suit any taste. You can also learn how to build a kids' table, a table with built-in coolers, or, for those who have a small yard, mini picnic tables. Most of these projects can be completed in an afternoon, with minimal tools and materials. Get started today and make all your backyard dreams come true!

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DIY Weatherproof Picnic Table

Build this classic picnic table in 30 minutes or less with a DIY kit from your local hardware store. Once you're done, add a weatherproof stain and you're ready to dine alfresco!

See more at Kleinworth & Co.

SHOP PICNIC TABLE KITS

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DIY Industrial Picnic Table

Carriage bolts bring industrial flair to this traditional farmhouse table. Paint it white for a fresh look that will go with any decor.

See more at Twelve on Main.

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DIY Mini Picnic Tables

These adorable pink mini picnic tables are perfect for those with small backyards. They're also easy to construct using 1 1/2″ poplar hobby wood pieces.

See more at Lovely Indeed.

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DIY Farmhouse Picnic Table

This DIY farmhouse picnic table features a painted white bottom with a rich, walnut stain for the tabletop. Add some distressing around the edges for a down-to-earth feel.

See more at Old Salt Farm.

SHOP WOOD STAIN

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DIY Whitewashed Picnic Table

Transform any table in just 20 minutes by following this easy whitewashing guide. Then, simply add a weatherproof seal to bring this elegant indoor look outside.

See more at Shabbyfufu.

SHOP WHITE PAINT

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DIY Convertible Picnic Table and Bench

Follow this clever tutorial to create two comfortable garden benches that combine to form a picnic table when you're ready to dine. Top it off with a vintage aqua stain to bring a splash of color to your backyard.

See more at Her Tool Belt.

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DIY Modern Outdoor Dining Table

This sleek, modern outdoor dining table and bench set is made from 2x4s and hardwood deck boards. Paint the base gray to get the industrial look for less!

See more at HomeMade Modern.

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DIY Kids' Picnic Table

Let your little ones in on the backyard fun with this colorful DIY kids' picnic table. It features two built-in benches so you don't have to worry about chairs tipping over.

See more at Built by Kids.

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DIY X-LEG Patio Table with Pipe Trestle

This dark beauty will stand out whether it's on your lawn or deck. The matching benches feature a coordinating X-base design and classy pipe trestles.

See more at Lemon Thistle.

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DIY Classic Picnic Table

If you're the traditional type, you'll love this classic picnic table project from Kit Stansley at DIY Diva. This plan pays attention to detail, ensuring that there are no exposed screws on the top of the table.

See more at DIY Diva.

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DIY Box Joint Picnic Table

This modern indoor/outdoor dining table may look simple, but the box joints on the legs add unique flair. The tutorial even includes a helpful video on how to cut box joints.

See more at Jen Woodhouse.

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DIY Rainbow Picnic Table

A neglected picnic table gets a colorful makeover in this fun tutorial. Best of all, you can make frugal use of paint samples to color each board.

See more at My Frugal Adventures.

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DIY Reclaimed Wood Picnic Table

Don't be afraid to get creative when sourcing the materials for your DIY picnic table. The wood for this gorgeous tabletop was reclaimed from a friend's deck.

See more at Houseful of Handmade.

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DIY White Cedar Picnic Table

Finding Silver Pennies' detailed tutorial will help you transform your backyard or deck into an outdoor oasis. This pretty picnic table is built from white cedar boards for the perfect combination of durability and style.

See more at Finding Silver Pennies.

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Kids' X-Base Picnic Table

If your kids live to play outside during the summers, this modern picnic table will be the perfect place for them to pause for lunch and snack breaks. This handy guide features step-by-step instructions with pictures to help make sure you're on the right track.

See more at Mr. Built-It + Mrs. Style-It.

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DIY Concrete Patio Pub Table

This sturdy concrete patio table will last for years and bring a modern look to any setting it is placed in. It also features clear coasters with LED lights to brighten up the table and provide ambiance for those sweet summer nights.

See more at DIY Pete.

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DIY Pastel Pallet Picnic Table

This pretty pastel picnic table is made from inexpensive scrap wood and pallets collected from delivery boxes. The project can be completed in four hours by intermediate builders.

See more at Craft Box Girls.

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DIY Geometric Patterned Picnic Table

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DIY 12-Person Picnic Table

This project is perfect for those who love entertaining outdoors. This stunning, 9-foot, solid wood table seats 10 to 12 people and can be built for $250 or less.

See more at Pinspired to DIY.

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DIY Pocket Hole Picnic Table

It's a picnic table built to last a lifetime. This simple wood table is made using pocket hole screws, which means no ugly screws showing up on the table surface, no splinters from screw heads, and no places for water to pool and accelerate the aging of the wood.

See more at Jay's Custom Creations.

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DIY Designer-Inspired Picnic Table

Have you ever fallen in love with a designer table that costs hundreds or even thousands of dollars? The folks over at The Happier Homemaker know the feeling and that's exactly why they took matters into their own hands to build this Pottery Barn-inspired picnic table, complete with turnbuckle hardware, for under $100.

See more at The Happier Homemaker.

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DIY Patio Table With Built-In Drink Coolers

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DIY Barn Door Picnic Table

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DIY Wood Pallet Picnic Table

This DIY wood pallet picnic table combines farmhouse style with smooth, warm finishes. Add some colorful dining chairs for modern flair.

See more at This Worthey Life.

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Tierney McAfee Tierney McAfee is a freelance writer and Country Living and The Pioneer Woman contributor who covers entertainment, holiday & entertaining, food & drinks, design ideas, DIY, and more.

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