Made low profile computer/stereo desk
by
Rob L
To build a low profile desk to hold my computer, stereo, and speakers.
*Options I considered for this project:
Looked at buying a desk but could not find one with specs I needed. Also thought about building a tall table with no shelves but decided I needed extra space.
*Questions and unexpected events that arose during the project:
Since I have never seen exactly what I wanted to build, actually getting ideas from paper to wood was hard. i under estimated the challenge in building all of the little compartments and shelves.
* Cost Comments:
I needed drill bits that could drill a 2 inch diameter hole - very similar to those used to install a door knob.
*My motivation to do this project:
Needed a low profile desk to hold my computer, stereo, and speakers. Needed to be barstool height but not stick out from wall more than 2 feet. Space in my game room is tight so a normal desk will not work. Could not find a desk that matched this in stores so I decided to build.
*Project Steps:
Measured height of stools I wanted to use. Measured computer, stereo, and speakers so I could custom build the space for each component.
Advice:
Do sketch your idea on paper before proceeding. Do measure all components so that each will fit. Don't use cheap lumber as all components can be very heavy.
Materials:
Lumber - $150.00
Paint - $25.00
Hardware (Screws and circular drill bits) - $25.00
*Options I considered for this project:
Looked at buying a desk but could not find one with specs I needed. Also thought about building a tall table with no shelves but decided I needed extra space.
*Questions and unexpected events that arose during the project:
Since I have never seen exactly what I wanted to build, actually getting ideas from paper to wood was hard. i under estimated the challenge in building all of the little compartments and shelves.
* Cost Comments:
I needed drill bits that could drill a 2 inch diameter hole - very similar to those used to install a door knob.
*My motivation to do this project:
Needed a low profile desk to hold my computer, stereo, and speakers. Needed to be barstool height but not stick out from wall more than 2 feet. Space in my game room is tight so a normal desk will not work. Could not find a desk that matched this in stores so I decided to build.
*Project Steps:
Measured height of stools I wanted to use. Measured computer, stereo, and speakers so I could custom build the space for each component.
Advice:
Do sketch your idea on paper before proceeding. Do measure all components so that each will fit. Don't use cheap lumber as all components can be very heavy.
Materials:
Lumber - $150.00
Paint - $25.00
Hardware (Screws and circular drill bits) - $25.00
Custom desk from the front
Compartments build to size of each component
Support under each side of every shelf
Custom desk from side. Approx 24 inches deep
Back of desk. Had to drill large holes to run power cords, speaker wire, etc
Another shot of holes drilled to accommodate wires
Bar stool in foreground to illustrate height
Installed trim along bottom of desk
Only part of desk to stick out more than 2 feet. Had to build a bit longer to fit monitor and keyboard as well as give wrist support
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Looks good. Here's an Idea see link Keyboard Drawer I plan to add one to my new desk.
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