Desk Build

I needed a large work surface and didn’t want to spend hundreds on a commercial desk. I built a 6-foot desk for under $60 using basic tools and materials from a hardware store.

Build

The desk uses a 2x4 frame and a plywood top, assembled with wood screws and a drill.

• Materials: Construction-grade 2x4s and a pre-cut plywood panel
• Joinery: Lap joints and screw-and-glue assembly
• Finish: Sanded to 220 grit

Cost & Time

The total cost was $58. Construction took about four hours from first cut to final screw.

Result

It’s held up for over a year without movement. This is where I built every other project in this portfolio.