This desk is the perfect toddler size, and would work well with a little bench and cushion. This Storage Desk is designed mainly with paintable grade MDF and would look fabulous in just about any color! You can always substitute for wood as well, and it would be equally as incredible!
$25-$50
- 1 – Sheet of 3/4″ MDF or Plywood at 4' x 8'
- 1 – 1×3 at 8'
- 3 – 1×2 at 10'
- 2″ Coarse Thread Screws (particle or drywall screws)
- 1-1/4” Brad Nails
- Wood glue
- Wood filler
- Sandpaper
- Spackle
- Finishing Supplies
- 2 – 3/4″ MDF at 25 1/4 x 13″ (Sides Panels)
- 1 – 3/4″ MDF at 13 x 12 1/4″ (Upper Divider)
- 2 – 3/4″ MDF at 22 1/2 x 12 1/4″ (Shelf Bottoms)
- 1 – 3/4″ MDF at 12 1/4 x 11 1/2″ (Bottom Divider)
- 1 – 3/4″ MDF at 22 1/2 x 25 1/4″ (Back)
- 1 – 3/4″ MDF at 22 1/2 x 6 1/4″ (Front Face Plate)
- 1 – 3/4″ MDF at 24 x 36″ (Top)
- 2 – 1×3 at 25 1/4″ (Legs)
- 1 – 1×3 at 25 1/2″ (Top of Face Plate Trim)
- 2 – 1×2 at 25 1/4″ (Legs)
- 2 – 1×2 at 36 3/4″ (Front and Back Desk Top Trim)
- 1 – 1×2 at 25 1/2″ (Storage Unit Side Desk Top Trim)
- 1 – 1×2 at 24″ (Desk Top Right Side Trim)
- 2 – 1×2 at 24 1/2″ (Side Panel Trim)
- 2 – 1×2 at 10″ (Side Panel Trim)
- 4 – 1×2 at 19 1/4″ (Side Panel and Storage Front Trim)
- 3 – 1×2 at 22 1/2″ (Storage Front Trim)
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Begin by cutting the arc in your Side Panels and Divider. You will need to stay within the measurements I have outlined in this diagrams, otherwise your arc shape is entirely up to you. Be sure to begin your arc 3/4″ from the top and 1 1/2″ from the side to allow for trim later. Sketch out and cut the first panel then use it as a template for the other 2. Once you have created your arc for all 3 pieces, remove 3/4″ from the front and back of the Divider. This will allow for the Face Plate and the Back, later.
Construct your Bottom Shelf by attaching the Divider to the Shelf Bottom. Attach the Back to the side Panels, then attach the Bottom Shelf to the Back and Side Panels. Use 2″ Screws and Glue.
Construct the Top Shelf in the same manner leaving a 3/4″ space toward the front of the Divider to house the Face Plate later. Then attach the Shelf to the Back and Side Panels, use 2″ Screws and Glue.
Create the Legs for the desk by forming an L Shape using a 1×3 (Orange) and a 1×2 (Dark Green). The 1×3's will face the front and back while the 1×2's will face out on the side. Attach the Legs to the Top and attach the Top to the Storage Unit. Fasten the Face Plate in place. Use 2″ Screws and Glue.
Trim out the Desk Top and the Sides of the Storage Unit. Note the dimensions below since the left side of the Desk Top Trim is longer than the Right Side. This is for aesthetic reasons and allows for the top trim on the Storage unit to take center stage. Use Finish Nails and Glue.
Trim out the Front of the Storage Unit and fasten the Top Face Plate Trim as well, use Finish Nails and Glue.
Fill any Screw, Nail or Pocket Holes, Sand and Finish as Desired. For Finishing Tips and Tricks visit my Finishing School
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