Hexagon picnic table plans

This step by step garden project is about hexagon picnic table plans. If you want to build a picnic table with a beautiful and unique design, you should pay attention to the instructions shown in this project. This hexagonal garden table has attached benches to the frame, so you can enjoy a nice meal in the backyard with the extended family. Make sure you work with attention and select detailed woodworking plans for the picnic table, as to prevent potential mistakes and to get a professional result.

There are many designs to choose from when building a picnic table, so make sure you check out the rest of the projects thoroughly. Always adjust the size and the style of the picnic table to your needs before starting the actual construction. Select the lumber with great care, as the components should be perfectly straight and weather-resistant. Align the components at both ends before inserting the screws.

Hexagon picnic table plans

Building a hexagon table

Materials

• 1 – 1 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 72″, 2 pieces – 35 1/2″, 2 pieces – 35 1/4″ FRAME
• 2 – 6 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 39 3/4”, 6 pieces – 33 1/4″, 6 pieces – 26 1/2″, 6 pieces – 20″, 6 pieces – 13 1/4″, 6 pieces – 6 1/2″  TABLETOP
• 3 – 6 piece of 2×4 lumber – 38″ LEGS
• 4 – 1 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 122 1/4″, 2 pieces – 60 1/2″, 2 pieces – 60 1/4″ FRAME
• 5 – 6 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 61″, 6 pieces – 54 1/2″ SEAT

• 12 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 10 ft
• 2 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 8 ft
• 6 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 8 ft
• 3 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 12 ft
• 200 pieces of 2 1/2″ screws
• wood stain

Tools

• Hammer, Tape measure, Carpentry square
• Miter saw, Drill machinery, Screwdriver, Sander, Router
• Safety Gloves, Safety Glasses, Respiratory Mask

Time

• One day

Building a hexagon picnic table

Tabletop support

The first step of the woodworking project is to build the frame of the hexagonal tabletop. As you can easily notice in the plans, we recommend you to build the frame out of 2×4 lumber. Notice the 30 degree bevel cut.

Tabletop support

Make double 30 degree bevel cuts to one end of the support.

Building the tabletop frame

Lay the components on a level surface and align everything with attention.  Drill pocket holes at one end of the short components and insert 2 1/2″ screws, to lock them to the 72″ long support. Leave no gaps between the support, for a professional result.

Building the tabletop

The next step of the woodworking project is to attach the 2×6 slats to the frame, as shown in the free plans. Make 30 degree cuts to both ends of the boards, before laying them over the frame an locking them into place with 2 1/2″ galvanized screws. Pre-drill the lumber to prevent the wood from splitting. Place 1/4″ plywood pieces between the slats, to create even gaps.

Legs for picnic table

Use 2×4 lumber for the table legs. Make 30 degree cuts to both ends of the legs, as shown in the diagram. You can play with the size of the legs to suit your needs.

Attaching the legs

Attach the legs to the frame of the table using 2 1/2″ screws, after drilling pilot holes. Make sure all the legs are installed symmetrically, as shown in the plans. As a tip, I recommend you to clamp the legs to the frame, before drilling the pilot holes and inserting the screws.

As you can easily notice in the free hexagonal table plans, we recommend you to cut the wooden components at the right size before assembling the frame. Make 30 degree decorative cuts to both ends of the support.

Diagonal seat support

Make the diagonal supports for the seat frame. Make double 30 degree bevel cuts to the support.

Seat supports

Make the other supports for the seat frame. Make a 30 degree bevel cut to the support.

Assembling the seat frame

Continue the project by assembling the frame of the seat. Drill pocket holes, align the components thoroughly and add waterproof glue to the joints before driving the 2 1/2″ screws in.

Attaching the seat supports

One of the most difficult steps of the project is to attach the frame to the legs of the picnic table. As you can notice in the plans, you need to leave about 12 1/4″ between the frame of the tabletop and the seat structure. Use a spirit level to check if the supports are perfectly level and lock them into place with 2 1/2″ galvanized screws. Use at least 2 screws for each joint, driven from both sides.

Attaching the seat slats

The last step of the garden project is to attach the slats to the seat structure. Cut both ends of the 2×6 lumber at 60 degrees (set your miter saw at 30 degrees) and lock them to the beams with 2 1/2″ galvanized screws. Align the slats at both ends before locking them into place with screws.

Hexagon picnic table plans

Last but not least, you should take care of the finishing touches. Check if the components are secured into place properly and if the frame is rigid. Make sure there are no protruding screws or sharp edges that could injure you. See plans for a 8 ft picnic table, as well.

PRO TIP: Fill the holes with a good wood filler and smooth the surface with 120-grit sandpaper. Apply several coats of paint or stain over the components, in order to protect them from decay.

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