Picnic tables make a great diy project but they are heavy and cumbersome to move.
Build something convertible picnic table and bench.
This convertible picnic table and bench is awesome.
2 right side and 2 left side.
Miter saw dust hood.
Wayne chan built the convertible picnic table and bench.
Buildsomething added on 6 10 2015.
Added bottom braces for extra support since i made the benches 6 feet instead of 5.
When you want to sit around and chat flip the top over and you have two cute comfortable benches.
Cherishedbliss added on 5 15 2016.
Convertible picnic table and bench.
Convertible picnic table and bench.
Convertible picnic table and bench.
Sand the picnic table bench wood.
Followed the plans and the build went great.
Mark the hinge attachment holes pre drill holes for the screws.
Farmhouse x base table.
Make adjustments as necessary.
Convertible picnic bench table based on plans by hertoolbelt.
Convertible picnic table and bench.
This outdoor trestle table may look like something out of a furniture catalog but you can build it yourself for less than 100.
Wmled1 added on 8 23 2016.
I estimate i spent about 40 for materials plus the cost of the kreg jig.
Hopkins built the convertible picnic table and bench.
How to build a picnic table out of a barn door.
Then start mounting the seat and seat back cross members above image shows one assembly in bench position and the other in table position.
Otherwise i had everything else tool wise.
Buildsomething added on 11 17 2016.
Convertible picnic table and bench.
During eating times you can slide 2 benches together to make picnic tables.
Convertible picnic table and bench.
Convertible picnic table and bench.
I thought they were the coolest thing and perfect for family gatherings.
Buildsomething added on 7 2 2015.
Attach the hinges to the bench and arm supports.
Years ago i saw picnic table benches like these at my brother in law s family cabin.
My mom found them and i did it over in a weekend.
Convertible picnic table and bench.
Picnic table instructions comes with complete cut list basically you just screw together 4 leg assemblies.
The added benefit of splitting a table into two is that you can transport this table much easier simply pick.
Took me about 20 hours spread over a few days.
Over all it was a straightforward build and the instructions were pretty good.
Preserve a bit of history by transforming an old barn door into a brand new picnic table.
Jason hawke built the convertible picnic table and bench.
Convertible picnic table and bench.
Hertoolbelt added on 5 7 2016.