The Honfleur Console Table Plans

The Perfect Project for Those New to Woodworking!

This table is one of those easy designs that is an excellent choice for all skill levels. With its simplicity, the Honfleur Console Table will come to life with that special finish… Stained, painted, distressed, chalk painted, or however the completed table is finished, the Honfleur Console Table will be fabulous!

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Materials:

  • 1-1/4” pocket hole screws (<– affiliate link!)
  • 2-1/2″ pocket hole screws
  • 1-1/4” brad nails
  • Wood glue
  • Sandpaper (100, 150, 220 grits)
  • Finishing supplies (primer & paint, or stain, sealer)

Lumber:

  • 2 – 1×2 at 6′
  • 2 – 1×4 at 8′
  • 4 – 2×2 at 6′
  • 1 – sheet of 3/4″ plywood

Cut List:

  • 4 – 2×2 at 35-1/4″ – Legs
  • 2 – 1×4 at 12″ – Upper Side Aprons
  • 2 – 2×2 at 12″ – Lower Side Stretchers
  • 2 – 1×4 at 48″ – Front & Back Upper Aprons
  • 2 – 2×2 at 48″ – Front & Back Lower Stretchers
  • 2 – 1×4 at 13″ – Supports
  • 1 – 3/4″ plywood at 13-1/2″ x 49-1/2″ – Top
  • 2 – 1×2 at 13-1/2″ – Top Side Trim
  • 2 – 1×2 at 52-1/2″ – Top Front & Back Trim

honfleur console table plans

Step One

Cut the pieces for the legs and side aprons. With the pocket hole jig set for 3/4″ material, drill pocket holes in each end of the 1×4 pieces. Attach to the legs, locating the aprons 1/4″ back from the outside face of the legs, using glue and 1-1/4″ pocket hole screws.

Set the pocket hole jig for 1-1/2″ material and drill pocket holes in each end of the 2×2 pieces. Secure to the bottom of the legs using glue and 2-1/2″ pocket hole screws. Orient the pocket holes so they face down and will not have to be filled.

honfleur console table plans_Sides

Step Two

Cut the pieces for the front and back aprons. Set the pocket hole jig for 3/4″ material and drill pocket holes in each end of the 1×4 pieces. Attach to the legs, locating the aprons 1/4″ back from the outside face of the legs, using glue and 1-1/4″ pocket hole screws.

Set the pocket hole jig for 1-1/2″ material and drill pocket holes in each end of the 2×2 pieces. Secure to the bottom of the legs using glue and 2-1/2″ pocket hole screws. Orient the pocket holes so they face down and will not have to be filled.

honfleur console table plans_FB Aprons

Step Three

Cut the pieces for the supports. Set the pocket hole jig for 3/4″ material and drill pocket holes in each end of the 1×4 pieces. Secure to the front and back aprons using glue and 1-1/4″ pocket hole screws.

honfleur console table plans_Supports

Step Four

Cut the pieces for the top and the top trim. Drill pocket holes in all four edges of the top panel, as well as each end of the shorter trim pieces. Assemble the top as shown using glue and 1-1/4″ pocket hole screws. Use a router and a decorative bit to create an edge on the trim pieces all the way around. Spread glue on the top of the aprons, legs, and supports. Position the top so that 3/4″ overhangs at all edges, then secure using glue and 1-1/4″ brad nails.

honfleur console table plans_Top 1

honfleur console table plans_Top 2

Finish as desired.

So what do you think of the Honfleur Console Table Plans? The top would be really neat if it were pieced from different species of wood or even pallet boards, with a painted or distressed base and legs… Have any questions? Contact me at cher {at} designsbystudioc {dot} com!

Disclaimer:

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20 Comments

  • LindySez says:

    I need more walls! This looks like something I could do…

  • Elle says:

    I had to look up Honfleur! And now I’ve discovered it’s a region in France, it all makes sense. What a wonderfully elegant looking table Cher. Do you have this piece in your home?

    • CherTexter says:

      No, Elle, I haven’t built this one yet… I have so many furniture pieces now, I would have to suspend it from the ceiling!

  • Jessica F. Hinton says:

    This is gorgeous and looks like it’s right up my alley in terms of the skill level required. Thanks for sharing!

  • Ron White says:

    Very attractive table that appears to offer a lot of stability.

  • Clarissa Hooper says:

    I am not an experienced carpenter, but I think I may be able to attempt this one! I love it 🙂 Perfect way to use the table saw I got for Christmas a couple years ago (which I’ve only used once!)

  • Looks like I found a woodworking project I can get my hubs to do with the boys. You know, if it ever warms up enough to go outside again. ;)Visiting from the SITSGirls.

    • CherTexter says:

      Thank you so much! I know what you mean… The cold sort of halts all kinds of outdoor progress, doesn’t it? Thank you for stopping by!

  • Crystal P says:

    I believe I’ve found something new to add to my husband’s honey-do list!

  • debattinella says:

    I’ll have to get my husband on this! #SITSBlogging

  • Cyn Gagen says:

    I’ve been looking for a table just like this and this one looks like one I can actually tackle myself! #SITSBlogging

    • CherTexter says:

      Thank you so much! I know you can do it and if you need help, please let me know! I’d be happy to walk you through! Thank you for stopping by!

  • Melissa Jean says:

    How do you level the legs?

    • CherTexter says:

      Hi, Melissa! I’m not entirely sure what you mean… Could you elaborate a little? Thanks!

      • Melissa Jean says:

        Sure! I’ve cut all legs exactly the same length but when I attached the aprons and turned it upright it only sits on all 4 legs if I put weight on it. Otherwise, it sits on 2 legs at a time and rocks. I’m not very familiar with working with hardwoods (I used poplar) so I’m not sure if it will relax if I put weight on it for a few days or if I need to “level” the legs somehow.

        • CherTexter says:

          Ok, Melissa, I got it! It happens to me all the time… 🙂 What I usually do (and it may not be the “right” way) is loosen the screws for the aprons, have another person hold the frame down so that all four legs make contact with the work surface, then secure the top. Once I have the top secured, I tighten the screws in the aprons – not too tight but snug. Does that make sense? Hope this helps, and please ask if you have any more questions!

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