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Coasters (set of 4)

Four square coasters from a short length of 1×4.

Beginner45 minutes4 parts1× board
1×4 · 3½″ × 24″A CoasterA CoasterA CoasterA Coaster

Cutting diagram

1×4 · 3½″ × 24″A CoasterA CoasterA CoasterA Coaster

Bright pieces are your parts; the dimmed wood is left over. Every cut allows ⅛″ for the saw blade.

Cut list

PartQtyWidth × lengthCut from
ACoaster43½″ × 3½″89 × 89 mm1× board

How to build it

  1. Square one end of the board, then mark four 3½″ squares, allowing for the saw kerf between each.
  2. Cut the squares and check that each one sits flat without rocking.
  3. Sand the faces and ease every edge so the coasters don't chip.
  4. Apply three thin coats of wipe-on poly, sanding lightly between coats, so water rings wipe away.
  5. Stick a cork pad on the bottom of each coaster.