DIY Metal & Wood Coffee Table (No Welding)

how to make a metal table base

Have you wanted to incorporate metal into your woodworking builds but aren’t sure where to start? Always wanted to make a metal table base but don’t have a welder? Reading this in the voice of an infomercial voiceover actor? Well, I have good news for you (I hope you at least read that one in the infomercial voice)! You can totally create a metal table base without a welder, and I partnered with my awesome friends at Bernzomatic to show you how!

DIY Metal & Wood Coffee Table

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Now, while this build turned out great (and surprisingly strong), it did take a lot of patience as well as some trial and error. But, as always, if I can do it, than you can definitely do it. So, let’s get started!

What You’ll Need:

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Bernzomatic TS4000 Torch Kit
(2) Bernzomatic Aluminum Brazing Rod Packages
Wire Brush
Flat Metal File
Miter Saw
Countersink Drill Bit
Joinery Method of Choice
Speed Square
Sander & Sandpaper
Heat Resistant Gloves
Metal Wood Clamps
Tape Measure

(1) 1 x 8 x 10′ Board
1 ¼” Screws
Wood Glue
Wood Stain
Black Spray Paint
Polyurethane/Top Coat

The Steps:


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(4) Legs @ 16 ¼”
(4) Short Frames @ 20 ¼”
(2) Long Frames @ 30 ½”


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how to braze table legs


braze metal


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how to prep aluminum for paint


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8. While the base of the table dries, create and prep your table top (i.e., join the boards, sand, stain, and finish). I had a leftover table top panel from a project I had to reshoot during a data loss, and utilized it for this table. You can find the full tutorial for how I made that table top here.

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how to build table top


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how to attach metal legs to table


metal and wood table no welding

how to make a metal table base

What do you guys think? Ready to try metal working in your shop? Not convinced yet? Either way, make sure to Pin This project for later!


Want to see some more “hot” torch projects? Visit Bernzomatic’s website!


Sam Raimondi





  • The Furnshop

    I just love this DIY metal wood coffee table. This is looking very beautiful. Thanks for sharing this amazing tutorial.

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