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   nazard | Apr 21, 2008 08:39am | #1

   I did a real simple one out of painted 5/8 particle board several years ago.  It made a nifty stand for my computer.  The table went from sheet goods to sanding in about an hour. Check out this link:

   http://www.popularmechanics.com/home_journal/workshop/2846191.html

   I have no idea if such a plan would work with solid stock, but I am sure that somebody on this forum does!

   Best!

   -nazard

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   jacrider | Apr 21, 2008 02:38pm | #2

   Thanks for the link. I am planning on building a dining room table and want to use solid stock, with traditional mortise/tenon joinery. However, it does make me think about things a little differently ...Thanks

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   nazard | Apr 21, 2008 03:43pm | #3

   My father had a veneered Parsons "style" dining table he picked up in the early 50's. A massive piece that would seat 14 when fully extended.  I recall it had a center leg under the extension carriage.

   Good luck on your project and post a picture of the finished piece.

   Best!

   -nazard