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Kids Storage Leg Desk

Easy to build kids desk or play table features side storage perfect for books, coloring tools and more. This is a free project plan with step by step diagrams, photographs, shopping and cut lists from

Kids Storage Leg Desk

Specifications

Project typeKids Tables and Chairs
RoomKids and Toys
StyleChildren's and Kid's Room Furniture and Toy Plans
DifficultyBeginner Projects

Dimensions

Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.

Kids Storage Leg Desk dimension diagram 1

Shopping List

  • 2 – 1x6 @ 8 feet long
  • 1 – 1x6 @ 10 feet long (cut bookshelf sides from this board)
  • 1 – 1x12 @ 4 feet long
  • 1 – 1x2 @ 12 feet long (or 1 1/2 @ 8 feet long)
  • 1 – ¾” thick project panel 48” x 24” or a ¼ sheet of hardwood plywood
  • 1 ¼” brad nails
  • 1 ¼” pocket hole screws

Cut List

  • 8 – 1x6 @ 22 ½”
  • 4 – 1x6 @ 29 ¼”
  • 2 – 1x12 @ 22 ½”
  • 6 – 1x2 @ 22 ½”
  • 1 – ¾” project panel 48” x 24”

Tools

  • measuring tape
  • square
  • pencil
  • safety glasses
  • hearing protection
  • kreg-jig
  • drill
  • circular saw
  • sander

Step-by-step Instructions

1

First, build two bookshelves as shown here. If you have a pocket hole jig, just attach as shown.

An alternative is 2" countersunk screws or 2" finish nails and glue.

Kids Storage Leg Desk — step 1
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Step 2

Next, add the back pieces. These you can just nail and glue in place or you could attach with pocket holes - up to you. NOTE: If using pocket holes, it may be easier to attach step 3 rungs first so you can get your drill inside, and then add the backs.

Kids Storage Leg Desk — step 2
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Step 3

Then attach rails - again, nails will work just fine.

Kids Storage Leg Desk — step 3
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Step 4

Once you have your two bookshelves done, lay the tabletop face down and attach the two bookshelves to the underside and you've got a desk!

Kids Storage Leg Desk — step 4
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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/kids-storage-leg-desk