Top 20 Desks Projects

1. 1. How to Make a Desk From Old Cabinets

   

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   Re-use old cabinets to add a country-style touch to your kitchen furniture. Learn how to refurbish your old kitchen cabi...

   Time:

   Two Days

   Cost:

   $100 - $250

   Difficulty:

   Easy

2. 2. How to Build a Reception Desk

   

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   Use these step-by-step instructions to make a desk that's topped with a custom-cut piece of granite.

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $100 - $250

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

3. 3. Finishing Touches for a Modern Bedroom

   

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   A desk is transformed into a sleek, functional design element for a bedroom redesign.

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $50 - $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy

4. 4. How to Refurbish a Butcher Block

   

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   Using a butcher block countertop from a kitchen, a desktop is built.

   Time:

   Weekend

   Cost:

   $100 - $250

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

5. 5. How to Transform a Desk with Aluminum Paint

   

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   Give a drab desk a whole new look by painting it with aluminum paint.

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6. 6. A Sophisticated Study for a Bedroom

   

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   DIY experts create an organized space that is conducive to studying in style. The study is complete by giving the desk a...

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7. 7. How to Build Custom-Made Desk

   

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   Build a one-of-a-kind desk with these step-by-step instructions.

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $50 - $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

8. 8. How to Build a Hideaway Laptop Desk

   

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   Eliminate desktop clutter by creating this custom deck that holds a storage compartment for your laptop. Learn how to ma...

   Time:

   2 hours

   Cost:

   $100 - $250

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

9. 9. How to Install a Sewing Nook and Keyboard Tray

   

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   No sewing corner is complete without a drop box for the sewing machine and keyboard tray under the computer.

   Time:

   2 hours

   Cost:

   $1 - $50

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

10. 10. Postman-Style Desk

    From DIY Network, learn how to turn an old television unit into a desk made for organization.

11. 11. How to Build a Raised Play Area

    

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    Use these step-by-step instructions to build a raised play area/bench with an attached desk.

    Time:

    Day

    Cost:

    $100 - $250

    Difficulty:

    Moderate

12. 12. How to Construct a Custom Desk

    

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    A custom desk can be useful for any member of the household.

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13. 13. Painting a Border on a Glass-Top Desk

    

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    How to make a plain glass-top desk sparkle by adding a new silver border.

    Time:

    Under Half Day

    Cost:

    $1 - $50

    Difficulty:

    Easy to Moderate

14. 14. How To Paint a Faux Leather Desktop

    

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    A hollow-core door with a leather-look painted finish adds a rich look to an inexpensive desk.

    Time:

    Day

    Cost:

    $250 - $500

    Difficulty:

    Easy

15. 15. How to Build a Two-Level Desk

    

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    DIY to the Rescue host Amy Devers gives step-by-step instructions on how to build a two-level desk that provides a sitti...

    Time:

    Day

    Cost:

    $100 - $250

    Difficulty:

    Moderate