We switched over to a round dining table a couple of years ago, and we have LOVED it.  Not only does it feel cozy and comfortable with just our family of five, but it’s easy to squeeze in 8-10 around it for gatherings.  It is truly so versatile!

We built our own round table top, and it has held up extremely well over the last several of years, despite heavy use from a family that lives, works and homeschools on this very table.  The photo in this post was taken after FIVE YEARS of use – it still looks brand new!  

My method of building round table tops has held up well, and I’m confident to recommend it.  

Video Tutorial – Watch Us Build This Round Tabletop

Here’s how to build your own round table top.

How to Make the Circle Jig for Cutting Circles with a Circular Saw

Want to make the jig for cutting circles with a circular saw?  Here’s the free plans and video tutorial.

 

Free Plans for Round Dining Table Bases to Match

This post is for the tabletop.  You can get creative with a base, or use one of my free patterns.  I have many dining table base plans – I keep the top and switch out the base when I want to update my dining room.

Click on any of the base images below to get the free plans.

 

 

     

        

 

 

 

How Big Does the Base Need to Be?

Generally speaking, the dining table base should be at least half the diameter of the table top. 

So for a 60″ top, the base needs to be a minimum of 30″ in spread to keep the table from tipping on the base.

 

What Size Round Table Top Should I Choose?

Not sure what size table to choose?  Consider the size of your space and the number of seats you will need when determining the perfect size round table to build.

• You’ll need extra room around the table for chairs and to move around the table.
• You can save space with a built in bench or banquette.
• Big table tops get really big in the center – it can be hard to reach the middle or pass the peas.  I have a 60″ tabletop and it’s pretty big, I wouldn’t recommend any bigger if you play board games on the table top.

 

Patterns for Different Sized Round Table Tops 

Once you’ve determined the perfect size round table top to build, here’s my free patterns to make it easy to build! 

Use the pattern to determine your shopping and cut lists.  Scroll all the way down for the step by step process for building your own round table tops.

 

24 Round Table Top Free Pattern

The 24 round table top is great as a bistro table, end table top, or small coffee table or even a nightstand.  

 

30 Round Table Top Free Pattern

The 30″ is still a bistro size – I do love this size though!  It is so cozy.  Try pairing two together with a long banquette for a restaurant feel at home, or with a banquette and two chairs in a breakfast nook.  30″ is also a great size for a small coffee table paired with a sectional, or a kids play table.  

 

36 Round Table Top Free Pattern

A 36 round table top create quite a bit more space than the 30″ – but still on the small size.  We love the 36″ as a coffee table, bistro table, high top table, paired with a banquette in a breakfast nook, or as a kids activity table.

 

42 Round Table Top Free Pattern

The 42 round table top is big enough to seat a small family and is perfect in a breakfast nook.  If you are looking for a larger round coffee table, the 42 round table top is a great choice.

 

 

48 Round Table Top Free Pattern

A 48 round table top is a standard tabletop size for a small family.  We love this as a main table in a breakfast area, or even in a smaller dining room.

 

 

 

 

60 Round Table Top Free Pattern

I have the 60 round table top.  It is still a good size, and adds the benefit of being able to expand to 8 seats when needed.  I have this size and keep a few extra chairs around for when guests join us for meals.  The downside when getting this big is it becomes harder to wipe clean, harder to vacuum underneath, and it’s on the big size for card games and board games.  

 

 

72 Round Table Top Free Pattern

If you have a large, square formal dining room, a 72″ table would be amazing.  I would not recommend going this grand in a breakfast nook or informal dining space, as it may loose the cozy factor – but for large spaces, this would be a dream size.

Figuring Length of Octagon Long Point Cuts for Any Diameter

I put together patterns for the most standard sized round table tops.  But what happens if you want a custom size?  Here’s how you can figure how long to cut the octagon pieces underneath.

Multiple the desired diameter of your table x .41666667 = long point to long point measurement, both ends are cut at 22-1/2 degrees off square

Then you can cut and build the octagon base, and then use it to cut and build the tabletop boards.

 

Step-By-Step, How to Build a Round Table Top

Use the free patterns in different sizes to determine your materials needed and your cut list.  Then follow the steps below to build your own round table top.

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