Minwax PATIO TABLE User Manual

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WOODWORKS: ADvAnceD pROject 2009-2010
pAtiO tAble
Tired of outdoor tables made of metal or plastic? This table has the richness and warmth that only wood can provide. Perfect for a patio, porch or
sunroom, the 44" top features a stunning sunburst radial design and seats four comfortably. The sturdy base construction makes for a rock-solid
table, and there’s a center hole for an umbrella canopy and plenty of room beneath for the counterweight.
Advanced and intermediate woodworkers will enjoy the challenge of solving this table’s complex construction, from the segmented top down to the
curved legs. You’ll create a pattern board for the top that doubles as a machining and clamping jig. Paired with a simple trammel, you’ll be able to
accurately machine the fussy curved joints on the pie-shaped slats and cut the outer ring and the center hub. Those and other jigs and techniques
will make this a truly satisfying project. And after you build it, you’ll learn more about applying and using finishes to protect the wood and keep it
looking beautiful.

Minwax PATIO TABLE Specifications

General

Brand	Minwax
Model	PATIO TABLE
Category	Indoor Furnishing
Language	English

Summary

Cutting and Assembly Procedure

Make the Pattern Board

Create a full-size pattern board on MDF for tabletop geometry and joinery.

Build the Outer Ring

Measure, cut, and dry-fit segments for the outer ring, including spline slots.

Rout the Outer Ring

Use a trammel and router to cut the inner and outer edges of the ring.

Make the Tapered Slats

Cut and shape tabletop slats, including angles and tongue joints.

Make the Center Hub

Cut and miter hub sections, rout for splines, and shape the central component.

Protecting Your Project

Finishing Tips

Guidance on applying and using finishes to protect wood from water damage.

Recommended Finish

Thompson's WaterSeal Advanced Tinted Wood Protector for optimal protection.

Alternate Finish

Thompson's WaterSeal Waterproofer Plus for enhanced water resistance.

Product Safety

Safety Warnings and Precautions

Covers flammability, vapor hazards, first aid, long-term exposure effects, and safe disposal.