For the table tops we went with kiln dried Douglas Fir and the legs are made out of Douglas Fir 4x4s that we bought at Dixieline. The breakfast nook top is 2x8 and the dining room is 2x12. Because they have an actual "mill" area we had them cut the wood for us. The long pieces were no problem but the side pieces at the end were measured incorrectly by yours truly. For some reason I thought that the 2x8 would be 7.5" wide and the 2x12 would be 11.5" wide and it appears that I was wrong. I know, SHOCKING!!!
Thankfully They were too long and we were able to take them back to Dixieline to re-cut. Where apparently I screwed up again, %#*&@@!!! The dining room table was perfect but the breakfast nook as too damn short!!! "A" again came to the rescue and we trimmed the edges to make it look intentional, at least I hope. "Act Natural".
We also picked up a new tool, a Kreg Jig. I really should have gotten one a long time ago. It creates hidden pocket holes when attaching wood together, so convenient.
Our friends were very helpful in building the tables and we really appreciate it.
2 comments:
You've got another nice tool, and built up nice tables, smartly clearing the size problem.
They look country style and I love them.
We really like the new tool. Glad you like them, Thanks so much!!
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