Classic Chessboard Plan

Build a chessboard so fine, it’s fit for a king or a queen!

The uniquely designed chessboard top works with natural wood movement to keep the top stable. Two built-in drawers are perfect for hiding away your chess pieces. Plan is a reprint from issue 48 of Today’s Woodworker magazine.

Finished size is 17'' x 17'' x 4'' High

Hardware kit includes:

2 each #28613 Brass Ball Catch
2 each #35451 5/8'' Bright Brass Knob
4 each #20719 1/4'' Birch Dowel Rods in 12 Inch Lengths
1 each #22814 Green Felt Sheet 24'' x 12''
1 each #70615 Nylo-tape 1/2'' x 10'

The lumber package includes enough Wenge (dark) and Hard Maple (light) to make all 64 squares on the chess board.