Gaming Dining Table
An elegant Gaming Dining Table that contains storage as well as various inserts for gaming, playing cards, puzzles, or family projects. The table will also feature some clever add-ons like cup holders and tablet supports. Even if you’re not into gaming, the table design will look good in anyone’s kitchen or dining room! The table measures 78"L x 38" W x 31" H. The play area of the table is 64"L x 30"W x 2 1/4" D. When the lid is removed the depth increases to 3 1/4".
Also included in this project is a special bonus video and plan for a scaled-down version of the table we call the Gaming Coffee Table, which measures 48 3/4”L x 26”W x 17 1/8”H.
Get 5% off this course today by becoming a Guild+ Subscriber! Find out more!
- 14 lessons
- 223 min
-
$79.00
Here's what you'll learn how to build:
What's included:
- Detailed cut list and plans including a PDF and a SketchUp file (metric and imperial).
- A special bonus plan for a scaled-down version of the table we call the Gaming Coffee Table.
- Hours of detailed video instruction (13 videos) showing every step of the build, from wood selection to finishing, plus one additional video showing highlights of the Gaming Coffee Table build.
- All videos and plans are digital and will be available for download upon purchase. Closed Captioning available.
What you'll learn:
- Wood Selection
- Mortise & Tenon Joinery
- How to Make Large Proud Bridle Joints
- Making a T-Slot Accessory Rail
- Lamination for Thick Legs
- Cutting Tapers
- Making Shop-Made Jigs
- Cutting Home-Sawn Veneer
- Mitering plywood panels
- Using a Vacuum Press For Veneering
- Applying Speed Cloth to an Insert
- Cutting Plexiglass Inserts
- Making Accessories for an Accessory Rail
- Shellac and Wiping Poly Finish
- How to Polish a Finish
What you'll need:
-
Lumber estimate: 10 BF of 4/4 stock, 46 BF 8/4 stock, 2 sheets of 3/4" plywood, and 1 sheet of 1/4" plywood. Bell Forest Lumber Kits available here (Guild members get 10% off with code).
- Jointer, Planer, Table Saw, Chop Saw, Band Saw, Router w/ Edge Guide, Drill
- Rockler T-Slot Bit
- T-Slot Bolts (1 1/2″ 1/4-20)
- Brass Knurled Nuts
- 1/4″ – 1/2″ Spiral Straight Bit (for router-cut mortises)
- 1/4″ Spiral Straight Bit
- 1/2″ Router Guide Bushing
- 1/4″ Drill Bit (Brad Point preferred)
- 1/2″ Forstner Bit
Nice to Have:
Drum Sander & Vacuum Press - The table top, as shown, is made from a plywood core and shop-made veneer. You could eliminate the need for a Drum Sander by purchasing commercial veneer. You could also eliminate the need for a Vacuum Press by constructing a shop-made veneer press. Finally, you can eliminate both the Drum Sander and Vacuum Press by simply purchasing high-quality plywood with the face veneer of your choosing. Note that you'll need to make some minor changes to the plan to account for a thinner top.Reviews:
Has anyone had any success in modifying the plans to support a TV for a virtual table top? I can find a reasonably priced tv of depth 2.6 inches
So I am planning to order lumber from bell forest, but want to make it longer. Beyond just refiguring the plans with longer wood pieces do I need to be concerned with any other issues? I want to make a table about 114 inches long. I am worried about structural support issues. Thanks in advance.
Gaming Table
Just watched all the videos! Marc has a great talent for teaching. Very very informational! I can’t wait to start this project!
About Your Instructor:
Marc is a podcaster, video producer, woodworking enthusiast, and author of Hybrid Woodworking and Essential Joinery. He has contributed articles and video content to FineWoodworking.com, Popular Woodworking Magazine, WOOD Magazine, and Woodcraft Magazine. He is also the host of The Wood Whisperer, an instructional woodworking video series that’s been going strong since 2006. He is also one of the hosts of the Wood Talk podcast. He has taught classes at the William Ng School, Marc Adams School, Weekend with Wood, Fine Woodworking Live, as well as at various Rockler and Woodcraft stores. He also speaks periodically at woodworking events like AWFS and IWF.
You can build this project, just like these guild members!
Guild Member
Guild Member
Guild Member
Guild Member
Guild Member
Guild Member