Farmhouse Office Desk Plans

This step by step woodworking project is about farmhouse office desk plans. I wanted to build a chunky desk with a rustic look, so this is my take on it. I have put a lot of time into making sure the desk will be really sturdy. You can use it for your office and place a PC on it, of even for your crafts room. See my other DIY projects HERE.

We recommend you to invest in the best materials you could afford. Therefore, you should buy weather-resistant lumber, such as pine or cedar. Always take accurate measurements before adjusting the size of the components at the proper size. Drill pilot holes trough the components before inserting the wood screws, to prevent the wood from splitting.

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Building a farmhouse office desk

Materials

A – 3 piece of 4×4 lumber – 23 1/4″ long, 3 pieces – 21 3/4″ long BASE
B – 6 pieces of 3×4 lumber – 22″ long LEGS
C – 6 pieces of 3×3 lumber – 25 1/2″ long X ELEMENTS
D – 3 pieces of 1×8 lumber – 60″ long, 2 pieces of 1×3 lumber – 61 1/2″ long, 2 pieces – 23 1/4″ long TABLETOP
E – 2 pieces of 3×3 lumber – 33 1/2″ long SUPPORTS
F – 2 pieces of 2×3 lumber – 40″ long SUPPORTS
G – 3 pieces of 1×6 lumber – 12″ long SUPPORTS

2 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 8′
2 pieces of 3×4 lumber – 6′
3 pieces of 3×3 lumber – 8′
3 pieces of 1×8 lumber – 6′
2 pieces of 1×3 lumber – 8′
1 piece of 1×6 lumber – 3′
1 piece of 2×3 lumber – 8′
2 1/2″ brad nails,
2 1/2″ pocket screws, 1 1/4″ pocket screws
stain, glue, putty

Tools

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

Time

One Day

It’s that easy to build a computer desk!

Building a farmhouse office desk

Supports for the sides

The first step of the project is to build the frame for the sides of the desk. Mark the cut lines and get the job done with a saw. Use a jigsaw to make the cutout for the bottom support. Smooth the edges with sandpaper.

Assembling the sides for the desk

Next, fit the 3×4 vertical supports to the top and bottom elements, using pocket holes. Make sure you set the supports so that the pocket holes are exposed to the inside of the desk, so you don’t see them. Align the edges flush and make sure the corners are square. Insert 2 1/2″ screws to lock the frame together tightly. Add glue to the joints.

X elements for the sides

Use 3×3 lumber for the X elements. Make the angle cuts to both ends of the braces.

Half laps to the X elements

You need to join the X elements, therefore make “half lap joints”. Mark the lines to the braces and then make 3/4″ parallel deep cuts. Remove the excess with a chisel and smooth the recess with sandpaper.

Fitting the X elements to the sides of the desk

Assemble the X elements and then fit them to the sides of the office desk. Align the edges, drill pilot holes and insert 2 1/2″ screws to lock them to the legs.

Assembling the tabletop

Next, we need to assemble the tabletop for the desk. Drill pocket holes through the 1×8 slats, as shown in the diagram. Clamp the three slats together and leave no gaps between them. Add glue to the joints and insert 1 1/4″ screws to lock them together.

Assembling the farmhouse computer desk

Lay the frames to the tabletop, as shown in the plans. Drill pocket holes along the 4×4 supports and insert 2 1/2″ screws to lock the frames into place tightly.

Tabletop trims

Use 1×3 lumber for the tabletop trims. Make 45 degree cuts to both ends of the trims and secure them into place with 2″ finish nails.

Supports for the desk

Use 3×3 lumber for the horizontal supports. Drill pocket holes at both ends of the supports and insert 2 1/2″ screws to lock everything together tightly. Make sure the corners are square. Add glue to the joints and leave no gaps between the components.

Cutting the x braces for the office desk

Use 2×3 lumber for the back trims. Make the angle cuts to both ends of the elements.

X braces for the desk – half lap joints

The X elements will come together tightly in a “half lap” join. Mark the cut lines on the elements and make parallel cuts inside the areas with a circular saw. Remove the excess with a hammer and clean the recess with a chisel.

Fitting the X braces to the desk

Fit the X elements to the office desk. Align the edges flush, drill pilot holes and insert 2 1/2″ screws to lock everything together tightly.

Fitting the lower shelf slats

Use 1×6 lumber for the shelf. Drill pocket holes at both ends of the slats and secure them into place with 1 1/4″ screws. Leave no gaps between the slats.

Desk shelf

Farmhouse Office Desk Plans

This farmhouse desk is easy to build and really really sturdy. If you like the rustic and chunky design, this will be the ideal choice for your needs.

Farmhouse Office Desk Plans – front view

Farmhouse Desk Plans

Last but not least, you need to take care of the finishing touches. Fill the holes with wood putty and smooth the surface with 120-220 grit sandpaper. Apply a few coats of paint or stain to protect the components and to enhance the look of the desk. If you like my project, don’t forget to SHARE it on Facebook and Pinterest.

Farmhouse Office Desk Plans

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