Matthew. Is there a simple way to determine that X length of wood would equal X height of table given that the legs are at angles to each other? In other words, when I start out to build the legs, can I use a method to know two things. One, the angle I cut on the top and bottom will affect the overall length or height and two, how do I determine the length of the wood will provide the height I'm looking to build to?
Awesome, but can you help me? What's the angle at the base? I mean I want to cut the ends to make the tabletop lay flat ? I tried 45 , I thought it was obvious but was wrong
a bit more detail, do you remember triangles and math? a^2+b^2=c^2 a=height, b=distance on floor, c=lumber length we use the center of the lumber for the joint, so a=b hence we get a^2+a^2=c^2 or added up 2*a^2=c^2 which can be written as sqrt(2)*a=c or approx 1.414*height=length 🍻
Hello, congratulations for the video. What would be the measurements of the feet (in cm) for a table between 70-75 cm high, because when you do the assembly and make these cuts at the end there is a material price. Thanks in advance for your help.
Thanks! I couldn't tell you exactly what the angle is. I mark the angle directly from the floor and the table top. I just use a pair of sharp dividers and set it to about 1.5". I'll measure the angle on the next one I build and post it.
I don't see why it couldn't be. You'd have to play around with the geometry a little, but off the top of my head I don't see anything that would prevent that from working. I'd recommend doing a scale model or two to work out the geometry and assembly kinks before going full sized.
It will if you use large enough legs. I'd imagine 3" Legs or larger would be needed for a cement top. It would depend on top thickness as well, but I stacked 700# or more of lumber on the last one I built while I moved things around in the shop.
partial build video: th-cam.com/video/VBuQwB9fi40/w-d-xo.html I've been slowly getting a full build video together. I'm about 75% done with it, but I've got a lot of editing to do yet. Should have one up by mid February hopefully.
Thanks, I want to make a table, I think I’ll do it like this. What is the angle of the cut on the top and bottom, 45? And is the cut 1/4 the size of the leg?
Center cut is halfway through. 45° angle works, but scribing the angle off the floor is best. Small variations in your center joint can result in a a degree or two difference.
I could do that. It'll take me a little bit to get one ready to film, but I'll plan on doing a short video on building the base, including cutting the angles.
Thanks. The legs are 3" x 3". I used cherry lumber for these, two pieces 1.5" x 3" glued together. I used slightly oversized lumber then jointed and planed it square after gluing. You can make the legs any size, you just need to make sure that the legs are square.
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Thanks so much. I tried watching a bunch of other videos, this is by far the best explanation of this.
Awesome what a simple way to make the joint. Lovely demo of how it fits together.
The best explanation I've come across so far.
Thanks you very very much .. by far this is the best video explaining the lap joint in TH-cam
Mat, One million Thanks ! I've been looking for a how to for a kitchen table with smaller dimensions for a glass top table.
Thanks for the explanation on the "top" image of the base - had one of the legs sticking out and was wondering whay did I do wrong!
It's Amazing!!!!
Can you upload the planos of the cuts please? Regrads from Argentina!!
Like to see more on this project. Very nice
This weekend I should have a joinery build video up for this type of table. This will include the angles on the ends of the legs.
Mine has some screws on it and there is no angle from the top, its all flat... now its bouncing cause the screws are a little bit loose.
Matthew. Is there a simple way to determine that X length of wood would equal X height of table given that the legs are at angles to each other? In other words, when I start out to build the legs, can I use a method to know two things. One, the angle I cut on the top and bottom will affect the overall length or height and two, how do I determine the length of the wood will provide the height I'm looking to build to?
Awesome, but can you help me? What's the angle at the base? I mean I want to cut the ends to make the tabletop lay flat ? I tried 45 , I thought it was obvious but was wrong
If a have a 4’ 8” (140cm) round table. Whats the size of the legs that would give me a Standard Height.
Hello Matthew, do you think that may support a 6ft oak round table?
how do you compute the length of lumber based on your target table height?
The height x 1.414
a bit more detail, do you remember triangles and math? a^2+b^2=c^2
a=height, b=distance on floor, c=lumber length
we use the center of the lumber for the joint, so a=b hence we get a^2+a^2=c^2 or added up 2*a^2=c^2 which can be written as sqrt(2)*a=c or approx 1.414*height=length
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Hello, congratulations for the video. What would be the measurements of the feet (in cm) for a table between 70-75 cm high, because when you do the assembly and make these cuts at the end there is a material price. Thanks in advance for your help.
Hi Matthew, great video. Do you know what the compound angle on each end of the post?
Cheers Shane
Thanks! I couldn't tell you exactly what the angle is. I mark the angle directly from the floor and the table top. I just use a pair of sharp dividers and set it to about 1.5". I'll measure the angle on the next one I build and post it.
I would also like to know the angle!
Can this be built with half laps at at angle that results in a taller base with a small footprint?
I don't see why it couldn't be. You'd have to play around with the geometry a little, but off the top of my head I don't see anything that would prevent that from working. I'd recommend doing a scale model or two to work out the geometry and assembly kinks before going full sized.
Love it! Do you know what the weight capacity is? Will this hold a 4 foot cement table?
It will if you use large enough legs. I'd imagine 3" Legs or larger would be needed for a cement top. It would depend on top thickness as well, but I stacked 700# or more of lumber on the last one I built while I moved things around in the shop.
Hello, good morning, you could upload a video with the measurements and how you made it. Thank you and Happy New Year
partial build video: th-cam.com/video/VBuQwB9fi40/w-d-xo.html
I've been slowly getting a full build video together. I'm about 75% done with it, but I've got a lot of editing to do yet. Should have one up by mid February hopefully.
Thanks, I want to make a table, I think I’ll do it like this. What is the angle of the cut on the top and bottom, 45? And is the cut 1/4 the size of the leg?
Center cut is halfway through. 45° angle works, but scribing the angle off the floor is best. Small variations in your center joint can result in a a degree or two difference.
Could you do a video on cutting the angles.
I could do that. It'll take me a little bit to get one ready to film, but I'll plan on doing a short video on building the base, including cutting the angles.
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That would be awesome thanks
The Video for scribing the angles on the legs is up. I'll have a full table build video up next week. th-cam.com/video/VBuQwB9fi40/w-d-xo.html
Also, did you just use 2, 2x4 glued?
Thanks. The legs are 3" x 3". I used cherry lumber for these, two pieces 1.5" x 3" glued together. I used slightly oversized lumber then jointed and planed it square after gluing. You can make the legs any size, you just need to make sure that the legs are square.
Boa noite tudo bem você pode passar as medidas por favor
How many pounds can that figure carry?
Depends on leg thickness. This one will hold 200-300 pounds at least.