Step 3: Miter the edge pieces

man using miter saw to construct poker table
Photo: Ryan Benyi
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Lay a length of 1x2 flat on the playing table flush with its edge. Mark the length of the side on the edge of the 1x2. Miter the piece at opposing 22½-degree angles so that the long edge matches the length of the table's side. Clamp the piece in place on the table. Mark and miter the remaining pieces. To keep the 1x2 pieces organized, number each side of the table and the underside of the corresponding piece.
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    • pneumatic brad nailer
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    • drill
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    1. ½-inch oak plywood to make the lid and table: Get one 4x8-foot sheet.

    2. Nose and cove oak molding to trim the lid. Get two 8-foot lengths.

    3. 1x2 oak to trim the table. Get four 8-foot lengths.

    4. 1x4 oak to make the table's apron and collar. Get two 8-foot boards.

    5. ⅜x6 oak to make the coasters. Get three 2-foot boards.

    6. ¾-inch medium-density fiberboard (MDF) to make the playing surface. Get one 4x4-foot half sheet.

    7. Newel post to make the stand. Get an oak post at least 30 inches tall.

    8. Corbels to make the feet. Get four @ 10 inches.9. Felt. Get a 4x4-foot piece to cover and wrap the edges of the playing surface.

    10. Spray adhesive to attach the felt to the playing surface.

    11. ⅝-inch brad nails

    12. 1-inch brad nails

    13. 1¼-inch brad nails

    14. 2-inch deck screws

    15. 6-inch timber screws to attach the corbels to the newel post. Get eight.

    16. Wood glue

    17. 150- and 220-grit sandpaper