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Constructing a Custom Desk The Rescue crew build a unique desk, paint and add wall ledgers. From "DIY to the Rescue" episode DTTR-112

Once the wall are doorway are framed, host Karl Champley and homeowner Mark Hulihan begin work on a new customized desk for Flower. Paint and wall ledgers are added to the corner before the desk is installed (complete with a custom sliding keyboard shelf).

Materials:

table saw
drill and driver
wood screws
finish nailer
wood glue
2 slide units (for keyboard shelf)
3/4" plywood
wood stain

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	Figure A
	Figure B
	Figure C
	Figure D

Note: The featured desk extended 24" from the wall to allow clearance for the door. Your desk can be cut to the size of your available space.

1. Locate the wall studs, then attach ledgers to wall at the desired height.

2. Cut the desktop from 3/4"plywood and attach any added features like keyboard tray (figure A) or ledgers for the legs (figure B) while desktop is easy to flip and maneuver.

3. Place desktop on the wall and measure and cut legs paying attention to cut around any trim that is not removed from walls for a flush fit with the walls. Sand pieces after cutting--and before assembly--to make the process easier.

4. Cut legs and secure to ledgers using wood screws and wood glue. When adding a computer shelf, add supports for bottom shelf to the legs. Set in shelf and secure with finish nails and wood glue.

5. Once desk is standing with all legs installed and all attachments to the wall ledgers made, trim the edges with wood strips (figure C) to cover the exposed plywood edge. Secure strips with a finish nailer and wood glue.

6. Sand any remaining pieces, wipe down, stain (figure D) and allow to dry thoroughly.