Best method to attach table top to BGE table base?

jnovakbge

Hey folks....I've finished building my BGE table and now I'm trying to figure out the best method to attach the tabletop to the base.  My table top is solid cedar edge joined with Kreg pocket screws with many coats of spar urethane finish (I'll post pictures soon).

Since it's going to be used outside I originally was planning on using stainless steel L brackets to attach the tabletop but after doing much research and watching videos I'm not sure I want to use those.  Any suggestions as to the best method to use for attaching my solid tabletop to the base?  I'm definitely concerned about wood movement throughout our MN seasons...but not sure if I'm overthinking this or not.

Thanks in advance for any suggestions.

unoriginalusername

jnovakbge said:

Hey folks....I've finished building my BGE table and now I'm trying to figure out the best method to attach the tabletop to the base.  My table top is solid cedar edge joined with Kreg pocket screws with many coats of spar urethane finish (I'll post pictures soon).

Since it's going to be used outside I originally was planning on using stainless steel L brackets to attach the tabletop but after doing much research and watching videos I'm not sure I want to use those.  Any suggestions as to the best method to use for attaching my solid tabletop to the base?  I'm definitely concerned about wood movement throughout our MN seasons...but not sure if I'm overthinking this or not.

Thanks in advance for any suggestions.

I did pocket holes and covered them in

Kent8621

what kind of top are you attaching?

jnovakbge

Kent8621....I built a cedar top (out of 2x4 cedar boards) edge joined using Kreg pocket hole joinery and glue.  

jnovakbge

Here is my table and top.

littlerascal56

RTV silicone works great, and stays flexible thru a large temperature range.

nolaegghead

I have an explanation on ways to fasten here:

https://eggheadforum.com/discussion/1140407/my-home-made-egg-table-pecky-cypress/p1

near the end of the page, look for the table pic on its side

nolaegghead

btw - nice table!

jnovakbge

Thanks folks for the suggestions.