How to Build a Patio Table From a Door

How to Build a Patio Table From a Door. Tables made from doors are a charming, unusual addition to any outdoor space. You can use an old door you already have lying around, or get one from a salvage yard. This is a fun project that any beginner can accomplish and soon you'll have a creative new dining space for your patio. The door is on a piano hinge, so you can use the inside for storage.

4 2x4's
Power drill
Wood screws
Plywood sheet
Wood glue
Pre-made wooden table legs
Wooden door made for use outdoors
Piano hinge
Sandpaper
Stain or paint
Saw

Instructions

- 1
  Measure the door and subtract an inch to two inches from the length and width, depending on how much of a lip you want the table to have.
- 2
  Cut the 2x4's to build a frame that will be slightly smaller than your table measurements.
- 3
  Measure this frame and have a sheet of plywood cut to match it.
- 4
  Screw the frame of 2x4's together securely.
- 5
  Apply wood glue to the top of the frame and place the plywood sheet on top. Allow to dry.
- 6
  Pre-drill a hole into each corner, making sure to drill through both the plywood and the frame.
- 7
  Screw in the table legs.
- 8
  Flip the whole thing over and stand it on its legs.
- 9
  Attach the piano hinge to the top of the frame, and attach the other side of the hinge to the door. You can use a French door, a vintage door with a window in it, or a regular wood door - just make sure it's built for use outside, or you could end up with warped wood.
- 10
  Sand the door, frame and legs with fine-grit sandpaper.
- 11
  Stain or paint the door as desired.

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