This allows for a 3 inch leg at the bottom of the table. The sides are built by attaching 1 x 2 x 28 inch oak to the sides of a 15 inch x 25 inch piece of 3/4 inch oak plywood using the Kreg jig. I used my miter saw for all of the cuts on the dimensional hardwood and my circular saw for the cuts on the plywood. In addition, I used the tool that got me started on woodworking the Kreg Jig. The tools I used for this project were: miter saw, circular saw, router, air nailer, electric drill, miscellaneous clamps, screws and glue. The dimensions for the bedside tables are 28 inches tall x 22 inches wide x 18 inches deep and were copied from the inspiration of this project the Mason Bedside Table from Potterybarn. Both pieces are identical, but only one has the hidden drawer. I built these nightstands using solid oak dimensional lumber as well as 3/4 inch oak veneer plywood. I decided to surprise them both by building in a locking hidden drawer. His only request was if I could add a lock on one of the nightstands to secure a firearm and other valuables. She provided me with the basic design, size and finish. I built these matching nightstands for a friend and his wife. This is my first attempt at combining both. I also enjoy designing and building my own furniture.

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