DIY: How to Build a Picnic Table Using Screws

Looking to enhance your outdoor space? Make the most of meals and get-togethers in your yard by adding a picnic bench — a great, low-cost project that will give you extra seating and table space for barbecues, dinners and parties.

Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Drive® SDWS FRAMING Screw built picnic table — Simpson Strong-Tie SDW Exterior Screw Fastener built picnic table

Gather family and friends to enjoy food, games and togetherness with you at this impressive picnic table.

Download the plans for this DIY Picnic Table here.

All of the materials you’ll need for this project are listed below.

Structural Framing Schedule

Lumber Measuremens

2×4 x 8’ (Quantity 4)
2×6 x 8’ (Quantity 4)
2×8 x 8’ (Quantity 4)
6×6 x 8’ (Quantity 3)

Connectors Schedule

Model: SDWS16300

Name: Strong-Drive® SDWS FRAMING Screw

Count: 72

Model: SDWS22800DB

Name: Strong-Drive® SDWS TIMBER Screw (Exterior Grade)

Count: 32

Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Drive® SDWS TIMBER Screw built picnic table

Find more do-it-yourself project plans at strongtie.com/diy.

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