subject: Functional Computer Desk - Can You Make It? [print this page] There are many different choices of computer desks out there on the market. Which one should you take as the best choice? Definitely, you will choose the best one which is suitable with your needs. You can find various materials out there. What about the price? It is a relative matter, since each store will offer their best deal and even discounts if you are lucky enough. What kind of desk have you found on the market so far? In this case, the various types will extend from traditional up to contemporary types. The unlimited choices will let you to know that you will never run out of choices.
What about making your own computer desk? It seems very great idea. So, you should prepare everything needed for such project. There are several materials and equipments you will need to make the desk. It is the interesting thing to do, since you can play with your creativity and finally come up with the great design for of the desk. You can add the details and also choose the finish. Determining the material will be possible too. In short, making this desk will bring the full freedom for you. Is it difficult? If you do the instructions carefully, you can do it well. The first thing you need to do is to prepare the material.
The kind of wood will be depended on your own style and preference. You will need to prepare three or four feet long of wood strips. What about the thickness? The ideal thickness is about a half inch. Besides, you need to prepare the old wooden door. What else? You need to prepare the drill, saw, sandpaper, pencil and also the large piece of glass. The latter one is an optional, thus you can miss it if you do not want to add it. Besides, you can add the metal shelving brackets if you want. The last thing to prepare is called wood screws in various lengths.
How to make the computer desk? The first step you must do is to search out the antique shops. It is possible as well to come to the recycled furniture shops. You can find the surface based on your preference. The main point of the desk is its surface, and it will finally become the old wooden door. The next thing to do is to measure the space you have at home. You can make the mark on the wall by using the pencil. Please measure the height appropriately too. Commonly, the standard for an ergonomic computer desk is about 26 inches. What should you do next? You must make the pieces of wood based on the measurement you have made. It is time to fasten the wood strips against the wall. You can do it by using a drill. Complete the steps until you come to the end of the desk making.
