How to Build a Farm style coffee table

Learn how to build a farmhouse coffee table that looks amazing, costs under $100 to make, and could earn you serious cash! I built this table for my fiancée, posted it on Facebook Marketplace, and made $2,250 in just two weeks—now I’m showing you exactly how to do it step by step.

This DIY farmhouse coffee table is beginner-friendly, stylish, and perfect for your home or to sell for profit. I’ll walk you through the entire process—from cutting and sanding the wood to building the frame, staining, painting, and adding rustic, distressed details for that perfect farmhouse vibe.

Inspired by Ana White’s plans (get them here: https://www.ana-white.com/woodworking..., I’ve added my own tips and tricks to make it even easier.

What you’ll learn in this video:
✅ How to build a farmhouse coffee table step by step
✅ Materials and tools needed (all for under $100)
✅ Staining and painting techniques for a rustic finish
✅ Tips to sell your DIY projects on Facebook Marketplace

Materials used:

4x 2x6x8 SPF
1x 2x4x8 SPF
3x 2x2x8 SPF
Screws, wood glue, white paint, dark walnut stain, and more (full list in the video).

Timestamps for Easy Navigation:
0:00 – How I made $2,250 selling this table
0:27 – Materials list
0:36 – Cutting the wood
1:20 – Sanding tips for a smooth finish
1:34 – Building the legs and frame
3:50 – Staining & painting the table
5:09 – Distressing for a rustic farmhouse look
5:26 – Assembling the tabletop and shelf
6:05 – Final reveal

Ready to build your own farmhouse coffee table? Watch the full tutorial and start your DIY journey today. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more woodworking and DIY furniture tutorials!