Woodsmith Convertible Table Plan

Pop the top of this elegant coffee table and you’ll find yourself with a table that’s at a comfortable height for work, dining or play.

Convertible table has four functional drawers. 10-page project plan includes full-color photographs; detailed, measured drawings; and cutting diagram. Metal lift-up table mechanism lets you raise your coffee table to dining height in seconds! Mechanism raises the platform 6-1/2" and hides away when not in use. All-steel construction with baked epoxy finish requires no maintenance. Minimum size of top: 35" x 25". Hardware measures 24-1/2" L x 19-1/2" W x 3-3/4" H. Recommended minimum table top weight is 20-23 lbs.; maximum 100 lbs.

Customer Reviews and Photos for: Woodsmith Convertible Table Plan Average Rating: (3.5) (3 customer reviews) Add your review...

1) Submitted by Patrick McKean, from Grants Pass, OR on 5/26/2009 Customer Rating: I built the Woodsmith Convertible table from the plans found in Woodsmith Magazine, and found the plans well thought out and straight forward. I substituted all solid oak for the cherry, mostly because all of our furniture is made of oak. The piece is very heavy however. If I had to do it all over again, I would use oak veneer plywood where able. All in all, this was a great piece to build.

2) Submitted by Anthony Kane, from Lindenhurst, IL on 5/13/2009 Customer Rating: Overall this is a decent product. I found to be pretty expensive. However, the dimensions given were incorrect. The mechanism actually raises closer to 8", not the 6.5" advertised. When it is fully extended the top is left somewhat unlevel with a very slight slant down away from the table. But, I must say it does hold its weight. It is a solid hinge that can withstand a significant load. If you can justify the $ for the hinge than be sure to plan for the proper dimensions. For me though, it would be worth it to fabricate a home-made hinge and save the money.

3) Submitted by John Stempinski, from Grand Forks, ND on 3/19/2007 I have begun using the plans for the convertible top table. The plans are pretty clear in the intructions, but the cutting diagrams get to be confusing if you don't read the plans first. I decided to use oak in place of the cherry on account that cherry is pretty expensive. I also used my own lift mechanism to raise the top since the price is pretty steep for the hardware. I grabbed one from a family member who was getting rid of an old convertible table. There are a lot of rabbet and dado cuts but are very simple. Overall I would say that the plans are great, the table is being built smoothly and I look forward to completing it. I will update when I complete construction. I am a pretty new woodworker and I would say this prioject is not very difficult and is a great addition to any room.