What are dimensions of an octagon picnic table?

4.5-Foot Octagonal Picnic Table 54″ Diameter Tabletop x 30.5″ Height; 84″ Diameter with attached benches. 5-Foot Octagonal Picnic Table 57.5″ Diameter Tabletop x 30.5″ Height; 86″ Diameter with attached benches.

How many 2×6 do I need for a picnic table?

Picnic Table: Material / Cut List

Disc. Qty. Size
seat support (2×6) 2 5′
brace (2×4) 2 2’10 1/8
seat (2×6) 4 6′
cleat (2×4) 2 11 1/4″

How do you find the angles of an octagon?

Since an octagon has eight sides, subtract two from eight to get six. Multiply six by 180 to find the total number of degrees in an octagon equals 1,080. Divide 1,080 by eight to find the measure of each interior angle if the octagon is regular. In a regular octagon, each angle measures 135 degrees.

What size are campground picnic tables?

Rectangular picnic tables are commonly dimensioned at 72” (183 cm) in width, 58.75” (149 cm) in depth, an overall table height of 30.5” (78 cm), and a bench height at 17” (43 cm).

What angle do I need to cut to make an octagon?

Set your miter saw at 22.5 degrees. This is the angle you need to cut at to make an octagon shape.

What wood is best for picnic table?

Softwood species like Cedar, Redwood and Douglas fir are all good options that are both weather-resistant and available at most lumber yards. These are the best woods for picnic tables because they are lightweight and extremely tough.

Is pressure treated wood safe for picnic tables?

So, yes, pressure treated wood is safe to use for your outdoor furniture, including picnic tables and chairs, benches, and so forth. We recommend using ACQ (alkaline copper quaternary) treated wood as it’s been found to be the safest.