I cut the 2x10s into 45in pieces x 3 for the tabletop. That is what worked best for my space.
This used the natural width of the 2x10s for the table's width equaling about 30in wide. For an overall dimension of 30inx45in
I then glued the three boards together- (I am not sure this was a necessary step but other tutorials I looked at recommended it)
We then applied 2-1x4x20 down each side toward the middle (see photo and pretend the legs aren't attached yet), attaching those to the tabletop with 2in screws.
Be sure to measure the distance of each, so they are evenly placed on each side, as your legs will be placed on the outside of the strips.
This created our tabletop.
For the legs - I cut 8- 16in pieces out of the 2x10's, gluing them into groups of two for a total of 4 legs.
I did not have wood clamps to hold them together, so as my husband says, "In true caveman fashion," we used our resources and set heavy rocks on top.
Note: I distressed the legs before applying them to the table **
Once dried and ready to apply to the tabletop, we put each leg outside the 1x4 and attached it with a 90º corner bracket. There really isn't a certain kind of bracket you need. Just be sure it is a corner and that it is long enough to provide support!
I went for a STURDY build as I have a five-year-old and a 1-year-old who both LOVE climbing on the furniture.
I applied four brackets on the side of the legs (one centered on each leg, attaching to the 1x4 and the leg).
I then applied four more brackets on the outside of the legs (8 total for each side)- I told you I went for STTUURRDDYY.
I spray-painted my outside brackets, and I love the look those add. I wish I would have painted all of them, but that's for another day now!
To create this texture, I ordered wire brushes that attach to my drill. These were super fun to work with but take some grunt work to get a deep texture.
I also purchased a chisel too!
I found layering the texture worked best!
I liked using the wire brush, chiseling, wire brushing over the chisels, sanding, wire brush, and so on until I reached the best texture!
I used a two-stain combination that I found on Pinterest. White Wash Pickling and Early American by Behr (Home Depot)
I used a 4in stain brush and applied the White Wash first. I would work in sections to ensure the whitewash did not dry before applying the Early American. I also applied the whitewash liberally to help with this!
Once the first coat of the whitewash was on, I followed it up with the Early American, blending the two colors together. AFTER that layer, I would go back in and apply the Early American into the dents and dings to get them a more antique-y look.
This is my first furniture piece, my first time using a miter saw, and one of my first DIYs overall! I am so happy with how it turned out, and I hope it inspires you to know you do not have to be a pro to make pieces for your home!
