[1] Submitted by Ana White [2] on Fri, 2012-07-13 12:35 [1] Additional Photos [3] Page 1 of 21
[4] [5] [6] Hi everyone! This was one of my favorite little plans, but I felt like it got a little lost in the plan catalog, especially since we had not put the plans with a finished photo. So when my friend Whitney from Shanty2Chic [7] wrote me about building a Sawhorse Style Desk for her son's room, I had just the plan for her! Page 2 of 21
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This entire room is DIY! You can get more building plans/details on: Art Supply Buckets [8] Ten Dollar Ledges [9] Nightstands [10] Platform Bed [11] Dresser [12] And of course the Sawhorse Desk follows. Page 5 of 21
Here's from Whitney [7]: I am so happy with this desk! It cost me under $60 to build which is 1/10 of it's cost at RH Baby... Woohoo! It was extremely easy to build, and I loved using the project panel as a desktop. I think this desk works great for my 6 year old and will easily grow with him for many years... If I don't steal it for my own room! ;-) There's a few tricky cuts, but I know you can master them. Just follow along with the plan, read through very carefully and make sure you understand each step before getting your saw out. And I know you will have yourself some beautiful sawhorses in no time at all! In this plan, I just use a standard 24" x 48" project panel available at most hardware stores. But for you can also use a 1/4 sheet of 3/4" plywood, boards, Kreg Jigged together - even an old tabletop or door! Page 6 of 21
Make this plan your own and build it to suit what you have on hand. image from Tommie and Dellie [13] PS - Wanna see what a DOUBLE sawhorse desk [14] looks like? Wishing you lots of DIY this weekend! Have a great one! Summary: Inspired by Restoration Hardware's Sawhorse Trestle Desk, this easy to build version is doable by most any DIYer! Using standard off the shelf lumber, a premade project panel for the tabletop, you can build yourself a solid wood sawhorse desk for a fraction of retail costs! Full plans include everything you need to build for yourself. CategoriesProject Type: Desk, Desk Systems and Project Table Plans Page 7 of 21
[15] Room: Teens [16] Kids and Toys [17] office [18] Skill Level: Intermediate [19] Style: Modern Style Furniture Plans [20] Estimated Cost: $20 - $50 [21] Dimensions: Dimensions are shown above. Dimensions: 4 1 1 1-1x3 @ 8 feet long 1x6 @ 4 feet long 1x12 @ 4 feet long 24" x 48" pine project panel Common Materials: 1 1/4 inch finish nails 2 inch finish nails 1-1/4" Pocket Hole Screws [22] Elmer's Wood Glue [23] Elmer's Wood Filler [24] Tools: Page 8 of 21
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[26] [27] [28] [29] [30] Cut List: 8-1x3 @ 29" Both ends beveled at 10 degrees off square,ends are parallel to each other, long point to short point measurement 4-1x3 @ 9 3/8" Both ends beveled at 10 degrees off square, ends are NOT parallel to each other, long point to long point measurement 2-1x3 @ 24" 2-1x12 @ 24" corners are notched out - ASSUMES 1x12 is 11 1/4" wide - adjust if yours is not 2-1x6 @ 24" corners are notched out - ASSUMES 1x6 is 5 1/2" wide Page 10 of 21
adjust if yours is not 4-1x3 @ 4 1/2" Both ends beveled at 10 degrees off square, ends are NOT parallel to each other, long point to long point measurement Cutting Instructions: The success of this plan is greatly dependent on being able to make nice beveled cuts. A miter saw is highly recommended for all beveled cuts. General Instructions: Please read through the entire plan and all comments before beginning this project. It is also advisable to review the Getting Started Section. Take all necessary precautions to build safely and smartly. Work on a clean level surface, free of imperfections or debris. Always use straight boards. Check for square after each step. Always predrill holes before attaching with screws. Use glue with finish nails for a stronger hold. Wipe excess glue off bare wood for stained projects, as dried glue will not take stain. Be safe, have fun, and ask for help if you need it. Good luck! Step 1 Page 11 of 21
[31] Start by marking the insides of each leg up 1 3/4". This will be the bottom of the bottom support to leg joint. Then attach bottom supports with either a Kreg Jig [25] or with screws and glue. Step 2 Page 12 of 21
[32] Now the tricky part that I talked about earlier. What I would do is use a precut beveled board as a guide and carefully mark out the notches. Then either use a jigsaw set for 10 degree bevel to make the angled cut or use a handsaw. The cross cut (cut that is made against the grain) is a straight cut and you can use a handsaw or jigsaw set square - don't worry if it notches into the bottom board a little - the support boards will cover all this up. Practice first on a scrap to make sure the cut fits within the sawhorse as shown in the next step. Step 3 Page 13 of 21
[33] Once you are happy with your cuts, attach bottom shelf in place. Step 4 Page 14 of 21
[34] Now mark 1/2" in from each side on top boards and attach legs to top. Step 5 Page 15 of 21
[35] Notch upper shelves as done with bottom shelves. Step 6 Page 16 of 21
[36] Mark each leg 16 3/4" from bottom along inside edge. This is the bottom of the bottom shelf joint. Attach in place. Step 7 Page 17 of 21
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[38] And attach the top! Finishing InstructionsPreparation Instructions: Fill all holes with wood filler and let dry. Apply additional coats of wood filler as needed. When wood filler is completely dry, sand the project in the direction of the wood grain with 120 grit sandpaper. Vacuum sanded project to remove sanding residue. Remove all sanding residue on work surfaces as well. Wipe project clean with damp cloth. It is always recommended to apply a test coat on a hidden area or scrap piece to ensure color evenness and adhesion. Use primer or wood conditioner as needed. Source URL: http://www.ana-white.com/2012/07/plans/1x3-sawhorse-desk Links [1] http://www.ana-white.com/2012/07/plans/1x3-sawhorse-desk Page 19 of 21
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