Comments on: 2x4basics 17210 AnySize Picnic Table Kit, Green

By: Stacey S. Whelan

Stacey S. Whelan — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 02:13:37 +0000

My husband and I built this table in an afternoon and it looks great. We stained/sealed with a burgandy stain and it looks better than any finished table we could find. Very sturdy at 8 foot. We did find that if you wait to tighen the braces until after you have the tops of bench and table assembled it is easier to get the table “square”.
Rating: 5 / 5

By: Allie

Allie — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 23:21:27 +0000

This table turned out exactly as promised. We used 8 foot 2 X 4′s to make a very long table and benches. We did have to screw in some supports underneath to make the table surface level– as the wood was so long and slightly warped, even though we picked through carefully at the lumber place. We stained it and coated with three coats of spar urethane. Anyway– we are thrilled– have had the table finished for several weeks, and have had several parties– everyone asks about the picnic table and where we bought it…..My husband made this with our two boys– eight and ten, and they are very proud to say they made it!
Rating: 5 / 5

By: Steven Schweitzer

Steven Schweitzer — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 21:33:47 +0000

Very sturdy product that is extremely easy to assemble into a fine looking table. I used old redwood from a deck I tore down and it looks fantastic with the green legs. You don’t need to be Bob Vila to use this product. ITS VERY VERY EASY!

Rating: 5 / 5

By: B. Pratt

B. Pratt — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 20:14:55 +0000

We live on the water near the Chesapeake Bay. The environment can be harsh on wood products. We used treated wood for the 2X4s and the plastic legs makes an excellent match. Took about 3 hours to cut the wood to length and attach to the legs. I included a short length of wood cross ways in the middle, under the sections of the table and benches. This added strength and will help keep the wood from warping. Assembly is easy but you should have an electric drill for the screws, too many to do by hand.
Rating: 5 / 5

By: dooker

dooker — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 18:50:49 +0000

these look really cheap and the table wobbles when done , even with a brace underneath, not worth the $ and effort
Rating: 1 / 5