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Mail and Key Organizer

Check out this DIY simple mail and key organizer! Now you can have your mail arranged and your keys always in one place, so you don’t need to look for them any longer. Also having small place for plant makes it cozy and lovely. For more information on this mail and key organizer, visit TheDIYPlan

Mail and Key Organizer

Specifications

Project typeWall Projects
RoomEntryway and Mudroom
DifficultyBeginner Projects

Dimensions

Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.

Mail and Key Organizer dimension diagram 1

Shopping List

Tools for this project

  • Miter Saw
  • Tape Measure
  • Nail Gun
  • Jig Saw

Material List

  • 1x10x8' (x1)
  • Finish Nails
  • 1 1/4" Pocket hole screws

Note: Lumber dimensions are listed as nominal size. See lumber sizes for actual dimensions vs nominal.

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Step-by-step Instructions

1

Cut and Chamfer edges

Cut boards to provided dimensions in the cut list. Take 14x3 boards and chamfer the edges slightly at 45°.

Mail and Key Organizer — step 1
2

Cut at 35 Degrees

Take both of the 5"x6" board and cut one side at 35°

Mail and Key Organizer — step 2
3

Cutting a Hole for Flower Pot

Using a jig saw cut a 3" hole in the middle of 8" x 3 1/2" board. This will be for a flower pot. You make cut a different hole size depending on your flower pot.

Mail and Key Organizer — step 3
4

Attach Boards with Nail Gun

Paint or stain all the boards before attaching them together. Place both 2"x24" boards on a flat surface, then using nail gun attach the 14" boards with finish nails

Mail and Key Organizer — step 4
5

Attach Top Board

Attach the top 14"x5 1/2 board using finish nails.

Mail and Key Organizer — step 5
6

Attaching Remaining Boards

Attach the remaining boards using a nail gun. Could use a wood screw to hold it stronger. Also screw in the hooks at the bottom for your keys. That's it with mail and key organizer.

Mail and Key Organizer — step 6
7

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/mail-and-key-organizer