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Tablet Stand

Make your own simple, sturdy wooden tablet stand—perfect for hands-free recipe viewing in the kitchen. This DIY plan includes two size options: one for a full-size iPad and another scaled for the iPad Mini. Each stand is made from just three pieces of wood with all square cuts, making it beginner-friendly and fast to build. Ideal for gifting, kitchen use, or work-from-home setups. Includes full dimensions, cut list, and build tips!

Tablet Stand

Specifications

Project typeKitchen Cabinet Plan, Accessories and Serving
Roomkitchen
DifficultyStarter Projects

Dimensions

Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.

Tablet Stand dimension diagram 1

Shopping List

Small Tablet Holder Shopping List

  • 1 - 1x2 @ 7-1/4"
  • 1 - 1x8 @ 11-1/4"
  • 1 - 1x6 @ 6-1/4"
  • 1-1/4" brad nails
  • wood glue
  • wood stain

Large Tablet Holder Cut List

  • 1 - 1x2 @ 9-1/4"
  • 1 - 1x10 @ 12-3/4"
  • 1 - 1x6 @ 7-1/2"
  • 1-1/4" brad nails
  • wood glue
  • wood stain

Cut List

Small Tablet Holder Cut List

  • 1 - 1x2 @ 7-1/4"
  • 1 - 1x8 @ 11-1/4"
  • 1 - 1x6 @ 6-1/4" - long point to long point measurement, one end cut at 30 degrees off square, other end cut at 40 degrees off square

Large Tablet Holder Cut List

  • 1 - 1x2 @ 9-1/4"
  • 1 - 1x10 @ 12-3/4"
  • 1 - 1x6 @ 7-1/2" - long point to long point measurement, one end cut at 30 degrees off square, other end cut at 40 degrees off square

Tools

  • measuring tape
  • pencil
  • safety glasses
  • compound miter saw
  • nailer

Step-by-step Instructions

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Step 1

Attach the 1x2 to the 1x2 to the main piece with glue and brad nails.

Tablet Stand — step 1
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Step 2

Attach the back support to the back with brad nails and glue.

Tablet Stand — step 2
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Finishing

Sand all surfaces, starting with a medium grit and finishing with fine. Wipe off the dust, fill any holes or gaps with wood filler, and sand smooth once dry. Apply primer if you're painting, then finish with your choice of paint or stain and seal with a durable clear topcoat. For outdoor projects, use exterior-rated primer, paint or stain, and sealer so the piece stands up to the weather.

Source (temporary): https://www.ana-white.com/woodworking-projects/diy-tablet-stand-two-sizes-ipad-ipad-mini