Block Side Table
A solid little waterfall table for beside a lounge chair or sofa, made to your size.
Level 1About 2-1/2 hours5 boards, all 8 ft
Standard: beside a lounge chair
Not sure of the size? Buy now and change it any time in your plan library.
Prefer premium cedar? From $235 at this size. Shopping lists for both are below.
Make it a set: Block Table SetBlock Coffee Table + Block Side Table plans for $39Save $9
Make it a set: Block Patio SetBlock Lounge Chair + Block Coffee Table + Block Side Table plans for $55Save $17See the free 3D build guide previewGive it as a giftBuild-ready or your money back. If anything in the plan doesn't work as drawn, email us within 30 days for a full refund.
- Printable plan and interactive 3D build guide
- One-trip Home Depot shopping list
- Yours to keep. Build it as many times as you like
22 parts, 5 cut letters, only 4 lengths. At any size.
Every part gets a letter you pencil on its end. The drawings, the cut list, the cutting diagrams and the 3D guide all use the same letters, so you always know exactly which board you are holding.
- DrawingsFront, side and top views with dimensions
- Cut listEvery part by letter, board and length
- Cutting diagramsWhich part comes from which 8 ft board
- 6 stepsEach with time, check and common mistake
Try the build guide before you buy.
The first 2 of 6 steps are free. It’s exactly what you’ll follow in the garage, on your phone or laptop.
- Watch each step build itself, board by board, screw by screw.
- Spin and zoom the model with your finger or mouse.
- Tap any board to see its letter and cut size.
Try steps 1–2 freeOne list. One trip to Home Depot.
| Item | Qty |
|---|---|
| 2x6 × 8 ft pressure-treated pine, #2 Prime | 3 |
| 2x4 × 8 ft pressure-treated pine, #2 Prime | 2 |
| 2-1/2" exterior screws, rated for treated lumber | 40 (1 lb box) |
| 2-1/2" exterior trim-head screws, rated for treated lumber | 16 (1 lb box) |
| 5" structural wood screws (GRK RSS or SPAX) | 8 |
| Behr semi-transparent stain & sealer, Cedar Naturaltone | 1 qt |
- Estimated build cost
- $110–$120
- Pick #2 Prime boards and sight down each one. Take the straightest and grab one spare of each size.
- Treated pine comes wet. Stack the boards flat with scrap spacers between them, out of the sun, for 2–3 weeks before you cut. Dry boards don't shrink or twist after you build.
- Use screws labeled for treated lumber (most coated exterior screws are).
- Sand the faces and edges smooth, then stain once the wood is dry. A cedar-tone stain gives it the honey look in the photos.
- Wear a dust mask when cutting and sanding treated wood, and never burn the scraps.
Estimates based on typical Home Depot prices; your store may vary. Same cuts and same steps in either wood. The list updates with the size you pick.
6 steps · about 2-1/2 hours
- 1Cut the partsFree in 3D30 min
- 2Build the two end panelsFree in 3D30 min
- 3Add the corner blocks15 min
- 4Stand the ends up and add the aprons25 min
- 5Lay the top boards20 min
- 6Finish1 hr + drying
Good to know
How does the custom size work?
Pick a width from 16 to 30 inches in half-inch steps, one of two depths, and a height from 18 to 26 inches. The cut list, cutting diagrams, shopping list, drawings and 3D guide are all generated for that exact size, and every size is checked so each screw lands in solid wood.
How tall should it be?
Level with the chair or sofa arm, or an inch or two below it, so a drink is easy to reach. Measure from the floor to the top of the arm.
Why only two depths?
The top boards run down the ends, so the depth is set by how many boards wide the top is: 3 or 4. That keeps every cut straight across a stock board, with no ripping.
Does it match the Block Coffee Table?
Yes. Same waterfall ends, same top, same finish. Build both at matching heights and depths for a set.
Can I change the size after I buy?
Yes. The plan is yours at any size. Open it from your plan library, pick a new size and download a fresh plan and guide. Most people build two, one for each side of the sofa.
Which tools do I need?
A drill/driver, a miter saw or circular saw, a tape measure, a speed square, two clamps and a sanding block.
Can I build it in pine to save money?
Yes. Every size comes with a second shopping list in pressure-treated pine, with the same cuts and the same steps. Pine needs a few weeks to dry and a coat of stain, but costs about half as much as cedar here.