With reclaimed wood you may need to do a little more prep work to get it into good usable shape.
Building a tabletop from reclaimed wood.
Remove nails and other hardware.
Cut the wood to length.
You could even recreate this design using 1x 2x and 4x material from the home center.
It is important to use a dry wood for the best results and be wary of any safety and environmental risks most especially when handling reclaimed wood planks from job sites demolition jobs or renovation sites.
You have just gained an understanding of the step by step process of making a tabletop from planks.
Look for places where you can find reclaimed wood if you don t have one lying around.
But once you do you can create a rustic dining table that preserves the years of character within the wood.
Instructions look for salvaged wood.