Desk with storage plans

This step by step diy project is about desk with storage plans. If you want to build a wooden desk with lots of storage space, including a tower bookcase, we recommend you to take a look over the instructions. Don’t forget to take a look over the rest of the indoor projects and to adjust the design and size of the desk to suit your needs.

You should always plan everything form the very beginning and to adjust the size of the desk to your needs, while you can still use the woodworking techniques described in this project. Mark the cut lines on the slats before making the cuts and use a jigsaw to get the job done. You could use the right storage unit for your computer, if you remove the middle shelf.

There are a few tips that you should take into account, if you want to get a professional result. Therefore, take accurate measurements and use professional tool when making the cuts or when drilling pilot holes. Align the components at both ends and add waterproof glue to the joints, if you want to create a rigid structure. Round the exposed edges with sandpaper or by using a good router.

 

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Desk with storage plans

Building a desk with storage

Building a desk with storage

 

Materials

  • A – 2 pieces of 3/4″ plywood – 18 1/4″x49″ long SIDES
  • B – 5 pieces of 1×4 lumber – 18 1/4″x16″ long SHELVES
  • C – 1 pieces of 1/4″ lumber – 17 1/2″x46 3/4″ long BACK
  • D – 2 pieces of 3/4″ plywood – 23″x26 1/2″ long SIDES
  • E – 3 pieces of 3/4″ plywood – 15 1/4″x22 1/4″ long SHELVES
  • F – 1 piece of 3/4″ plywood – 15 1/4″x25 1/2″ long BACK
  • G – 1 piece of 1×4 lumber – 24″ long, 1 piece of 3/4″ plywood – 24″x48″ long TOP

Tools

  • Safety gloves, glasses
  • Miter saw, jigsaw
  • Chalk line, tape measure, spirit level, carpentry pencil
  • Drill machinery and drill bits

Tips

  • Use a good miter saw to make the angle cuts
  • Drill pilot holes before inserting the screws

Time

  • One Week

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How to build a desk

Building the storage unit

Building the storage unit

 

The first step of the woodworking project is to build the small storage unit. As you can easily notice in the diagram, we recommend you to build the components out of 3/4″ plywood. Build the components at the right size and smooth the edges with fine-grit sandpaper.

Smart Tip: Drill pocket holes along the sides of the shelves and secure them to the sides using 1 1/4″ screws. Align the edges with great care and check if the corners are right-angled. Add glue to the joints and leave it to dry out for several hours.

 

Fitting the back to the storage unit

Fitting the back to the storage unit

 

Build the back of the storage unit using 3/4″ plywood. Smooth the edges and drill pocket holes along the sides. Fit the panel to the structure and lock it into place using 1 1/4″ screws. Add glue to the joints and leave no gaps.

 

Building the tower with shelves

Building the tower with shelves

 

The next step of the project is to build the tower unit. Cut the components at the right size and smooth the edges with sandpaper. Drill pocket holes along the sides of the shelves. Fit the shelves to the storage tower and lock them into place using 1 1/4″ screws.

Smart Tip: Make sure the corners are right-angled and leave no gaps between the components.

 

Attaching the back to the tower

Attaching the back to the tower

 

Build the back of the tower out of 1/4″ plywood, following the instructions described in the diagram. Attach the panel to the back of the structure and secure it into place using finishing nails.

 

Fitting the desktop support

Fitting the desktop support

 

Ad a 1×4 support to the tower unit, as described in the diagram. Drill pilot holes and secure the support to the tower, making sure it is perfectly horizontal. Drill pocket holes along the top edge of the support.

 

Fitting the desktop

Fitting the desktop

 

Build the top of the desk out of 24″x48″. Smooth the edges and attach it to the storage units. Insert 1 1/4″ screws through the support into the tabletop. Add glue to the joints and leave no gaps between the components. In addition, drill pilot holes through the top of the small storage unit and insert 1 1/4″ screws into the tabletop.

 

Desk with storage plans

Desk with storage plans

 

Last but not least, we recommend you to take care of the finishing touches. In order to get a professional result, fill the holes and the gaps with wood filler and let it dry out for a few hours.  Check if there are protruding screws and fix this issue, if necessary.

Smart Tip: Apply a few coats of stain or exterior paint to the components, in order to protect them from decay and water damage. Check out the rest of the outdoor furniture plans featured on our website.

 

 

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