Schoolhouse Desk Hutch
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Specifications
| Project type | Hutch Plans |
|---|---|
| Room | Storage Solutions |
| Style | Children's and Kid's Room Furniture and Toy Plans |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Estimated cost | $20 - $50 |
Dimensions
Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.
Shopping List
2 - 1x10 @ 8 feet long
1 - 1x2 @ 10 feet long
1 - 1x4 @ 4 feet long
1 - 1/4" thick plywood or corkboard @ 46 1/2" x 31" (try wainscotting paneling too!)
1 1/4" pocket hole screws or 2" self tapping wood screws (for use with countersink bit)
1 1/4" and 1" finish nails
wood glue
wood filler
Cut List
1 - 1x10 @ 46 1/2" (top)
2 - 1x10 @ 30 1/4" (sides)
1 - 1x10 @ 45" (bottom shelf)
2 - 1x10 @ 8 1/2" (shelves)
1 - 1x2 @ 45"
1 - 1x4 @ 45"
2 - 1x2 @ 9 1/4" (side trim - cut to fit!!!)
1 - 1x2 @ 48" (front trim)
1 - 1/4" thick plywood or corkboard @ 46 1/2" x 31"
Tools
- measuring tape
- square
- pencil
- safety glasses
- hearing protection
- kreg-jig
- drill
- circular saw
- nailer
- sander
- countersink drill bit
Step-by-step Instructions
Step 1
Attach sides to top
Step 2
Attach shelf to sides
Step 3
Attach dividers to top and shelf
Step 4
Attach back supports to sides and shelf
Step 5
Step 6
Attach front trim to front
Step 7
Attach back with finish nails and glue - adjust finish nail size per thickness of back.
Step 8
Secure hutch to desk with brackets - also recommend attaching hutch securely to wall to prevent forward tipping.
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/schoolhouse-desk-hutch