subject: How To Choose The Right Plans For Furniture [print this page] If you have ever thought about building your own furniture out of wood then you know it can be a time consuming and some times mentally draining task. However the rewards for building your own furniture are great. You will get a sense of pride and accomplishment out of your own creations that you could never get if you just buy the piece of furniture in question.
One big advantage of building your own furniture is that you can costume make the piece in question to suit your needs. For example you can build a dresser that fits perfectly in you bedroom. Not only could you make it to a very specific size but you get to choose the type of material it is made out of as well as the color of stain you use on the piece. This also give you the option of building another piece to match at a later date. Maybe you need some matching end tables or a headboard for your bed. In truth an entire bedroom set, custom built and stained to match the size and feel of your bedroom, is a great way to express who you are.
Another advantage to building your own furniture is the cost saving you will get. It is a lot cheaper to buy the materials and find a set of plans for the furniture you want to make than it is to buy the furniture from a store. If you dont have the tools to do the construction odds are you know someone who does, or even make friends with the neighbour who has a wood shop in his garage. Building your own wooden furniture is a great way to save money in tough economic times.
One of the toughest things to do before beginning is finding the right plans for the furniture you want. You will want to find something that fits the size and style you desire. Searching the internet for free plans is one way to go and sometime you may luck out and find a good design. However this is not normally the best option. Most of the free designs you find will not be complete or lead you step by step through the process of construction. You are far better off buy a well laid out and complete design either online or from you local hardware store. This way you know you are getting a complete set of plans that will walk you through the construction process step by step.
Dont get frustrated with your furniture project. Everyone makes mistakes once in a while, especially when they are first learning a new skill. Just keep in mind how proud you will feel when that new dresser is in place and looks great. You will be able to look at it and know you made it yourself.
