DIY Desks Anyone Can Build - Beginner To Intermediate Woodworking

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In this episode we'll be building two DIY desks. The first is an extremely simple DIY Woodworking project, that anybody can tackle with a limited set of tools. The second can also be built using only a few tools, but is more challenging as it incorporates more complex angles and geometry, covers building drawer boxes, tapering legs, and more woodworking techniques.
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@MrBthatch 11 місяців тому

the author does like to from scratch, shaping and trimming wood from large blocks into fine finished products. ukposts.infoUgkxD-QRFQz730FJEh4f9BYSf-nkIMIC9hL_ as another reviewer mentioned, most projects require a lot of high-dollar equipment that most of us dont have the room or budget for. But, knowing how to do these things, even if we wont be able to practice the full stack project, is still great.

@easy236 3 роки тому

Dude that kid gets a cooler desk than I've ever had. Your simple yet unconventional designs are always so darn cool.

@JimBurch 5 місяців тому

"One sheet of baltic birch plywood that costs about 65 bucks" those were the days

@ModernBuilds 3 роки тому

The toolbox desk is genius!

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Thanks brother :)

@Veemack21 3 роки тому

For real!!

@Fatbutnotflat 3 роки тому

I've seen a ton of woodworking channels, and this video is the most detailed, beginner-friendly explanation of a project i've seen. Great job.

@frd3fadi 3 роки тому

Those guys are really smart. They know what's going on and what they need to focus on. I love the way they do the work . Thanks for all the details. I really appreciate it 🙏

@craigmoore1435 3 роки тому

Great job Chris. I appreciate the detail on the tappers and ideas if you don’t have a tapper jig

@coffeedudeguy 3 роки тому

Nice touch with the extra angled side for the drawer front, and that pop of colour!

@jontaylor8447 3 роки тому

This is perfect. I've been needing the motivation to build a desk for my studio. I have a drafting table but I haven't been able to use it since my computer has been here since working from home.

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Glad it was helpful!

@frankblack1481 3 роки тому

The big-box toolchests are an unheralded aid to the beginner. I used one and some 2x4’s to make a workbench and I love it.

@annaaelmans6539 3 роки тому

Chris, thank you! The second one is awesome and so functional. Perfect design, thought out down to the last details, as always.

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Thanks :)

@SpencleyDesignCo 3 роки тому

Killer work Chris! Love seeing you venture into a super diy build once in awhile!

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

thanks man...it's fun to switch it up now and again

@chuckdiesel328 3 роки тому

I love that we always get a shot of Shaun teasing an upcoming project.

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

haha...I think in this one he was teasing a project that the video went live for about 2 months ago :)

@Myrddraal12 3 роки тому

Absolutely amazing. I have been doing woodworking for about 1.5 years so still learning a lot. I discovered your videos about 3 or 4 months ago. Gotta say not only are your designs with angles, hits of colour and small details better than anything else I have watched. Your videos are so good. You both have character and flare which makes me actually laugh. I have now watched your entire catalogue of videos and am going to try to "copy" your modern TV stand. Thanks Chris. Keep up the best woodworking videos on UKposts.

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Hey Gary...appreciate the kind words. Glad you found the channel and that you're digging the videos :)

@newrmdmike 3 роки тому

Super fun, enjoyed building the simplified d'esquire-ish desk - and totally biffed the mirrored legs despite the warning 😂 turned out great - thanks for making this content guys

@johnlam2596 3 роки тому

Nice tables and video Chris!! 👍👍👍 Very well planning and efficient techniques. Thickness of the blade in some project calculation really can't be ignore. And yes no handle for the drawer is better. (functionally or aesthetically) Thanks for the Pro-tip😁.

@MarcoSilvaZ 3 роки тому

the detail on the finishing is amazing

@ewang33 3 роки тому

As usual, you guys make my day, truly inspirational. Lovely desk(s) and perfectly timed. I'll be building this one for our boy for sure. If only we could get such nice ply over here in the UK, we've gotta hunt high and low for quality timber. Keep up the good work!

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Sounds like it's time to move state side and start using everybody's favorite measuring system....IMPERIAL!!! ;P

@cayres6898 3 роки тому

Big fan. Always find your videos entertaining and high quality. Can really tell the effort that goes into the editing - which is appreciated.

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Much appreciated!

@patrickstringer1228 3 роки тому

Always love your videos! Might build one of these soon. Keep up the great work man!

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Awesome! Thank you!

@nasserabukhalil8473 2 роки тому

Thank you very much Chris! This is a very interesting video. One quick advise, I would recommend to used PPE equipment ( such as gloves, mask, goggles, etc ) to keep you safe while making your amazing furniture.

@olivepressdesign 3 роки тому

What beautiful design. It’s pure art on so many levels. Thanks for sharing.

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

My pleasure 😊

@FennahMakes 3 роки тому

Great build! Great that you can reuse the panels when done with the desk. For you as a builder and the low cost for those who don’t have a lot to spend.

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Thanks...appreciate the kind words :)

@mariaarias1703 3 роки тому

I love the kid table hope he keep it for generation . U should write a message for him on the bottom priceless

@Sztivmon 3 роки тому

Your work is fantastic and your animations have been getting amazing. I'm looking forward to the completely animated build video with 3D modeled Chris and Shaun.

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

haha...thanks man. Someday it'll happen. Lost footage or something like that will be the culprit

@jensgraudal5126 3 роки тому

Looks amazing as always. The three of you from the podcast are my favourite sources of video content of any kind.

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Wow, thank you!

@jensgraudal5126 3 роки тому

@@Foureyes.Furniture And Shaun of course. He's cool too ;-).

@zachshoemake934 3 роки тому

Love the “intermediate” desk! Thanks Chris.

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Glad you like it!

@jrodriguezdm 3 роки тому

Thanks! Many good ideas also for beginners like me!! And more inspiring from the second design...

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Happy to hear that!

@mohedaicebear 3 роки тому

man I don't think there is any maker on UKposts who uses diagrams and animations like u. love em.

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

I'm a natural born diagramer :)

@ivancarrejo6551 3 роки тому

I love your videos.. you explain them like if we were 5 years olds.. Very easy to understand that way we can do similar projects. Thank you!!

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

haha...thanks Ivan. Maybe I've been reading too much of the ELI5 subreddit.

@TomHoppe 3 роки тому

This intermediate desk is baller. Looks awesome, super functional, and definitely DIY buildable with simple tools. Amazing job.

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Thank you very much!

@joshpirogovsky 3 роки тому

You are such an incredible craftsman. It is truly a pleasure to watch you work. Maybe one day I will achieve a level that is even close to yours.

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

You're too kind :)

@Paula-420 3 роки тому

Love watching you, sending much love from Croatia. ❤

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Thank you so much!!

@DavebotBeepBoop 3 роки тому

10/10 content as always. You gave me a good laugh with the (multiple) Wall Control unboxings at 18:37 😂

@shaunisclutch 3 роки тому

Great timing for a new video once again. The unboxing was an awesome bonus haha 😁

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

haha :). Hope you enjoyed it!

@CodyCasts 3 роки тому

Keep up the great videos Chris, sure this will be great when i watch it in 20 seconds

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Hope you enjoy it!

@Jamesfrancosdog 3 роки тому

Always a good day when there’s a new Chris video 🙌🏼

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Thanks man :)

@rosemarshall1219 3 роки тому

Agree

@tianwang1630 3 роки тому

A breeze in an otherwise hectic day

@GiaRcheulishvili 3 роки тому

I love your content and everything about it.

@mikesgarage5066 3 роки тому

Love your videos. These are great ideas for simple desks!

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Thanks so much! 😊

@johnbannister5013 3 роки тому

Love the yellow drawer build. Is the “privacy panel” necessary for stability /structural integrity at all?

@doctorsimirafa 3 роки тому

👌🏻Beautiful work and motivating. thanks Chris

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Thanks 👍

@boxbiru 3 роки тому

excellent work Sir... really like it..

@Plank8642 3 роки тому

Love the animations!

@ahmedelsharqawi3801 3 роки тому

You deserve more appreciate Bro. for your size schema ... ♥

@ModernDIYCraftsman 3 роки тому

Intro is awesome. Learning lots of thing from your video.

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Awesome, thank you!

@FatherKiwi 3 роки тому

I spy a spax screw, love them!

@bmkhzh7530 3 роки тому

everytime i watch your new uploads, im basically paying my attentions on your AJ shoes...but i still like all your diys....

@garenne0169 3 роки тому

i love the second version of the utility covid 19 but only for this fu..ng period desk. thanks Chris

@garagemonkeysan 3 роки тому

Great video. Desks are awesome. Mahalo for sharing!🐵

@TT-ig7tr 3 роки тому

Another great build!

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Thank you 🤗

@88omarz 3 роки тому

Awesome inspiring stuff, what table saw is that?

@darahijazi7317 2 місяці тому

Awesome work, I like this style, is there a pdf for the plans?

@Antweak83 3 роки тому

Great Channel. I learned a lot from it.

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Glad to hear it!

@Suburb_hell 9 місяців тому

Really like the look of a minimal plywood desk. If I don’t want to put the drawer in the middle but want the same length desk what do you recommend doing for strength so it doesn’t bow?

@sebastiangraah7792 2 роки тому

Great video Keith. So how is the MFT table shaping up? I saw you did a follow up video but when I went to watch it had been deleted. Is it available on your Patreon channel?

@petergyorffy2601 3 роки тому

Great video. What's the thickness of the plywood?

@wyndgateproperties4731 3 роки тому

Any suggestions on what you would modify on the smaller desk to accommodate the exact same design in a 70" x 25" build. Just not thinking its stability would be good if I stretch it out to that far....thoughts?

@kraemerdave 3 роки тому

Great video and top notch production values, as always! I’m looking forward to building a couple of these (the 2nd style) for my kids and with their help! Quick question: I don’t see the privacy panel in the layout of the pieces at 7:10. Seems like it would be the same width as the apron, right? What height would you suggest? Also is it helpful for stability or is it just for the look? Thanks, and keep the great content coming! Your videos are excellent resources for anyone trying to learn and improve our skills and understanding of the process.

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Hey David. Yeah, privacy panel is the same width as the stretchers. As for stability, it might make it slightly less prone to racking...but it isn't needed. So I'd consider it optional. Height, again, doesn't really matter, I'd just cut it to what ever your visual preference is.

@kraemerdave 3 роки тому

@@Foureyes.Furniture Right on. Thanks for the quick and helpful reply, Chris! Also, I just found my Patreonic spirit and signed up on your page. (Sorry if that sounds Patreonizing.) The SketchUp files are a really handy bonus!

@MichaelSmith1991 3 роки тому

First, this was a really great instruction on the tapered legs - I was able to replicate them using your sled method. I'm a long time watcher but this is the first time I've tried to replicate one of your builds and it's going great so far! I have a couple more questions though: 1) I'm realizing your cut chart doesn't include the privacy panel (and thus I have no plywood left for it out of my 8x4 sheet). Is it necessary from a strength perspective, in your opinion, or just a 'privacy' perspective? 2) Do you have details on the drawer slides you used? Thank you very much!

@MrTwodogs56 3 роки тому

I am like you. I have all the parts laid out a little different from the layout provided. My grandson didn’t want the back panel so I have extra but I was wondering if I needed it since he will be using it against the wall. Loved the design when I saw it and so did he.

@MichaelSmith1991 3 роки тому

@@MrTwodogs56 so it's been holding up just fine with the pocket holes into the desktop to keep it stable. I definitely can feel extra "twist" that wouldn't be there with the privacy panel giving extra cross bracing but I won't be letting anyone stand on mine so I'm not worried about it at this point. Easy to add in afterward if I end up finding it too weak. Just thought I'd give my experience

@craigchingren-hamann9700 3 роки тому

Great Desks!

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Thanks Craig :)

@sirbirre 2 роки тому

¡Awesome!

@dogcatdiy 3 роки тому

Sounds good I want it in Japan

@MrSchleprock34 3 роки тому

alt-0 on your keyboard should make the degree character ie. 20º.

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

I'll give it a try. I used to do alt-8 for this symbol •, when I could tick up. Sketchup doesn't let you do it though. I have a feeling it won't let me do the º either. But if it does, I'll be very grateful for this tip :)

@williamellis8993 3 роки тому

Those are great ideas for desks, Chris. I don't need one at this time but I appreciate the video anyway. Where do you buy Baltic birch in 4x8 sheets? My suppliers only sell 5x5 sheets. Stay safe. Bill

@AdamIannazzone 3 роки тому

If you don't mind getting a big order, there are always online providers.

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Thanks Bill...I get it from a place local to me (in Anaheim CA) called "Reel Lumber"

@natebolton9385 3 роки тому

LMAO at the kid cameo. I think my gramp would have really enjoyed that 2nd desk. Not exactly his style but he would have appreciated the design.

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Thanks Nate...I'm not sure which my kid prefers. I guarantee he'll ruin both though :)

@ArturoMendezC 3 роки тому

Uff bonito diseño, apenas me hice una guia para mi sierra circular

@chase.wilson Рік тому

My favorite part was when you said a sheet of Baltic Birch costs $65. It's like watching movies and sighting gas prices in the background. Things really were better in the old days.

@montrealsportsfan7547 3 роки тому

Shoe game is fire my dude

@chunkytfg 3 роки тому

I need a desk but dont have anywhere to put it yet! best I design something thats stylish but collapsable!

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

That would work :)

@awesomearizona-dino 3 роки тому

Good Morning, always a good show

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Thanks for coming

@gthmcty111 3 роки тому

Dude love your builds!!! Especially these type of "simple" videos, makes me realize that I can still build something nice until I gain more practice to start learning to cut angles!!! Thank you!

@Mark_Dee 3 роки тому

Hi @Chris, what wood would you use for edgebending plywood? Birch is not so easy to get, at least not at my place.

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

I would use whichever speices of plywood I used. So I wouldn't do it if I were using birch. I'd start with a diff species of plywood altogether.

@Mark_Dee 3 роки тому

@@Foureyes.Furniture so you mean laminated birch ply? I do not now much other ply than birch only maritime pine but I do not like it very much. What would you recommend for birch ply as edgebending?

@jonathanduarte5166 3 роки тому

9 minutes into the video and eagerly waiting for the much appreciated build up animations. Guess it got left out this time..I'm completely lost without them.

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

I had one or two in there, didn't I?

@miguelzambrano2809 3 роки тому

Sick kicks

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Thanks Brother

@vishwakarma00 3 роки тому

is that sketchup ? the software where you illustrate all objects ? or CAD ? just curious

@EvilSpyBoy 3 роки тому

I practically never comment on your videos even though I watch them and listen to the podcast (I'm only 80 episodes behind currently, I started from the start). Anyway I send the rockler challenge thingy to the 2 people I saw on reddit who have been churning out making desks for their community in the last 2 weeks. Not sure if they can enter but I thought Id share. Worse case... maybe you get a new sub

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Hey Andrew....thanks, I appreciate you spreading the word. The more the merrier. That's my stance :)

@aarondrossart6026 2 роки тому

I just bought a cheaper version of that dowel jig. Absolutely FAN-TASTIC

@noelleonnoelleon 3 роки тому

hi, where can i purchase those multi ply plywood? i don’t see any at home depot or lowe’s . thanks

@someguynj 3 роки тому

Hit up a dedicated lumber yard or builder's supply store. The big box places don't stock this stuff. You can order it from a bunch of different places bujt shipping is pretty pricy.

@MS-watch-YT 3 роки тому

Using the tool chest is a neat idea. Chris working on his knees like Mike or Ben just doesn’t look right 😂

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

haha...I was slumming it for this one :)

@gerardoobreque8620 3 роки тому

What software do you use for the drawings?

@OzSawdustMakers 3 роки тому

The yellow looked so good on that desk, another great video guys! I would like to enter the challenge but the website does not specify if it is open internationally or just the USA. I wold like to enter from down under, oh gee that sounds a bit wrong!

@OzSawdustMakers 3 роки тому

@ChrisSalomone Even though you said in this video that you want as many people as possible to participate, and the rules are loose, build a desk and use some wood etc ROCKLER just told me on Facebook that I could not enter because I am Australian. Bummed dude! I have an excellent project in mind :(

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

You can definitely still participate and share you work using the hashtag. People will still see it. I guess you just wouldn't be eligible for the prizes

@OzSawdustMakers 3 роки тому

@@Foureyes.Furniture Thanks Chris. Rockler got back to me again and said the same thing which is great. Simply participating is the best part, I enjoy getting involved with others in the woodworking community. Cheers mate.

@morozov.cookie 3 роки тому

Great job! I see that you buy a new Festool impact? What you can say about it? It’s really good stuff, than you previous hikoki? In many reviews people says that it’s not so good, than Milwaukee, Dewalt or Makita and it’s your choice only if you already have a Festool cordless tool series.

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

I like it...in full disclosure I did not buy it though. I actually want to do a comparison with cheap vs med vs expensive. Seems like we could make it funny

@ericliddle7556 Рік тому

@20:00 was the silence a mistake?? Usually there's music played while displaying the beauty shots, and the first bit of your outro is muted... Great build as usual. Funny how things were at that point in our lives.

@midwestcyclist1758 3 роки тому

For some reason I just lost it during the Wall Control box scene... I've also had that problem.

@johndavidc.abatayo6785 2 роки тому

Finally something I can do with the limited tools I have

@vojtahrabanek1620 3 роки тому

4:18 I'm a bit sad that you guys didn't show us the great fight "who has a bigger square" again ☹️☹️🤣

@moneymakingmikeg.9555 3 роки тому

I think you can do the speaking to each other remotely (while sitting next/across from each other) bit hundreds more times & it won't get old!!! Oh & the desk builds are Dope as always!! Hoping all is well, Dirty Jersey out!!

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

We'll sure as heck try :)

@juaneli7 2 роки тому

Chris ,,,para cuando en español.....que al sur tambien te seguimos

@vmedinamend 3 роки тому

Master

@RickMeasham 3 роки тому

Is the competition open to people overseas? There’s very little info on the Rockler site - though there’s an unrelated notice that they are not shipping internationally until October

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Can definitely share and gain exposure using the hashtag on instagram. May not be eligible for the prizes though.

@achurak 7 місяців тому

If the stretchers/aprons are 45.5 and the double legs are 3 (1.5 + 1.5) that makes the total frame width 48.5. What is this "magic" that makes your 48 inches wide top still overhang the frame slightly on both sides? Have the plans been created after the fact?

@warpspiderx 3 роки тому

19:40 might be the most low-cost and useful thing I've seen in this whole vid ha

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

Actually...that sander and dust collector are pretty pricey. I'm a big proponent of spending a lot on a good sanding system though. Nothing gets used more time during a given project. But you could do it with any sander I suppose :)

@AMTunLimited 3 роки тому

I find it kinda interesting that you're using the terms "rip" and "cross" cut with plywood, as it doesn't *really* have a grain. Are you referring to the grain of the show side, or just "ripping" down the long direction and "crossing" the short? Or both?

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

actually...I guess it is kind of both :)

@chicagohandyman 3 роки тому

What's the width of the privacy panel?

@rachelhubbard5678 3 роки тому

Sooooo you mean to tell me I get a new video...I had cookies for breakfast..and I slept in late! What a great day!!:) And was watching rick and Morty: anatomy park

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

sounds like today is your day...play the lottery :)

@ryderscustomcreations3665 3 роки тому

Is this the first announcement of the Rockler challenge? I’ve been waiting to hear what it was gonna be since you guys hinted about it in the sky scrapper podcast episode... maybe it was mentioned on Sundays episode... just realized I missed it...brb

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

This is the first announcment. It'll also be in the podcast that comes out today

@MichaelSmith1991 3 роки тому

I'm working on the intermediate desk. Could you clarify what the business cards are putting space between?

@Foureyes.Furniture 3 роки тому

just creating a consistent, but arbitrary, distance to set the panel back. I didn't want it flush with the front.

@MichaelSmith1991 3 роки тому

@@Foureyes.Furniture Makes sense - thank you!

@lgmnowkondo938 2 роки тому

you should also factor in opportunity cost...but then again, you can play that off against youtube revenue for this video. BTW, I am going to do a plywood project where I want to double the wood up like you did here...but I don't have a bunch of clamps...can I just lie it on a floor and put some weight on top of it?