Can’t find the perfect coffee table? Why not make one? Get some inspiration with these 20+ DIY coffee tables you can build yourself.

Coffee tables are definitely a piece of furniture that people notice when visiting your home. Too big and they can’t get around it to sit down. Too small and they can’t reach it to put down a drink. Too bulky and it takes over the room.
They also end up having multiple uses in the room:
- a place for interesting books or magazines
- a storage space for blankets, pillows, and toys
- an ottoman for putting feet up
- a surface for coasters and drinks
- a table for kids coloring or play
Sometimes they get a little bit more wear and tear! Depending on the age of your kids. There are a variety of things to think about when grabbing yourself a place to put your drinks in front of the TV.
DIY Coffee Table Ideas
For these reasons, it can be difficult to find exactly what works for your room in a store or when browsing online. That is why coffee tables are a great DIY project.
You can make exactly what you are looking for in the size you want. If you aren’t sure if you are ready for making a coffee table from scratch, check out this list of IKEA coffee table hacks to help you get the table of your dreams.
Are you ready to get started? Take some measurements of the space available and make a list of what uses you want the coffee table to have. Then scroll down to see my list of 20+ DIY coffee tables to get inspired for your next project!
DIY Coffee Tables
Can't find the perfect table for your living room? You can make your own. Here are 20+ DIY coffee table ideas for inspiration.
West Elm Inspired
This DIY coffee table was inspired by a West Elm find for $999 - except we made our version for less than $50 using pallet wood. It's easy to do!
Serena & Lily Inspired
This faux concrete square top table with angled legs was inspired by a $1300 coffee table from Serena & Lily. This version? Only $120! This budget-friendly DIY uses a trick to mimic the concrete top, as well.
Hairpin Legs & Scrap Wood
This DIY coffee table is made using scrap plywood and 2x4s with hairpin legs. I love the rounded edges on this table, and how quickly it came together.
Modern with Storage
For $100 you can build this modern coffee table out of plywood. It features a side drawer to hide blankets, books, or video games!
Wire Spool Table
With lumber costs rising, repurposing things such as a wooden cable spool is a great option! Sara and her husband made this DIY coffee table with found items and some purchased bolts. I love the look of this.
Farmhouse Style with Storage
Build a DIY coffee table with storage underneath! This farmhouse style wood coffee table is gorgeous.
Balustrade Farmhouse
The chunky balustrade legs on this coffee table give it an architectural look. It really is a statement piece in any room! It also goes with a variety of decor.
Tree Stump
Sara gathered three tree stumps together and uses them as a coffee table. She has some great tips on choosing the stumps and how to prepare them for use.
Pine Wood Round & Hairpin Legs
This is an easy build project. Delia bought a 3' pine wood round and hairpin legs and created this trendy coffee table! It's got modern industrial feel that I love.
DIY Modern Coffee Table
I love the shape of this modern coffee table and how it provides storage - yet you can still see through! It's perfect and neutral enough to go with a variety of styles.
DIY Fluted Coffee Table
Fariha saw a $2700 table that she fell in love with . . . but the price point was way too high. So she decided to DIY her own! The secret to the fluting is round dowels.
Crate Storage
This coffee table is built around using four crates instead of drawers. This allows you to take them out and use them around the room as needed. Amy also made some matching crate stools for her kids!
DIY Over-Ottoman Coffee Table
If you have a big ottoman you use as part of your couch, it's nice to be able to set things on it. Make this coffee table that goes right over the top!
Drawer Display Coffee Table
I had no idea that drawers make a perfect display table! If you have a fun collection you'd like to share, this DIY coffee table idea is perfect for you.
Pallet Top
The top of this coffee table is a chevron pattern using wood from a pallet. The table also features a shelf to store magazines, remotes or whatever you want to hide.
Outdoor Coffee Table
For only $15 of lumber, Anika made this outdoor coffee table to match her curbside rescued patio set. This is the perfect beginner project to add to your patio this summer!
Rustic Wood Slab
Wendi created this rustic/industrial table using two wood slabs and completed it in one day! It doesn't require that many tools, either.
Column Coffee Table DIY
Learn how to create an 80’s-inspired, column coffee table using oversize pvc pipe and a wood top. Erin built this for her family room at 1/4 the cost of a similar Anthropologie table.
DIY Aged Coffee Table
Hillary wanted an antique look on a budget for her DIY coffee table. She was able to use pine board and get the desired effect with some heavy elbow grease.
Farmhouse Hidden Storage
At first glance, this coffee table looks like it doesn't have any storage. However, the top is on hinges! When lifted, there is a lot of room to hide your unsightly items when guests come over.
Industrial Look
Ashley made this two-toned industrial-look coffee table for only $75! I love that the legs/base are a darker stain. It almost looks like distressed metal.
West Elm Inspired Outdoor
Vineta was inspired by a West Elm outdoor coffee table. She adjusted it to fit her needs and ended up liking the finished table more than the inspiration!
Stacked Pallet
Kasia cut a pallet in half and stacked it to create this rustic look coffee table. Didn't it turn out great? It would work with farmhouse style decor really well.
Ikea Hack Farmhouse Style
Find out how to take an IKEA Hemnes or Lack table and turn it into a farmhouse style coffee table with only $10 of wood!
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