Kids Fold-Up Desk

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Kids Fold-Up Desk

DAD MAKES FOLD UP DESK FOR SON $25 - DAD DIY
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I'll show you how to create an easy to make in-wall desk using a few panels of wood, screws and a bit of paint. (also video link below)

Items used:

1.Wood panel 4'x2'

2.Wood panel 4'x16"x1/2"

3.Wood beam 6'x2.5"x1/2"

4.Screws

a. 4 - Drywall 2.5"

b. 8 - Cement board 1.25"

c. 24 - Stainless steel 1.25"

5.Hinges 3" (2x) 2" (2x)

6.Gate lock

7.Chalk-Paint and Roller

8.Drill gun or Screwdriver

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Set height for support beam based on legs. Then attach support beam to the wall.

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Paint boards with the chalk paint. (mask off with painter tape to create fun design)

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Attach backboard to wall just above the support beam.

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Add legs to other board using hinges. (that way they will fall when the table is set)

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Attach board with legs to the support beam using the remaining hinges.

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Add gate lock.

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(optional) frame out the sides with any leftover pieces. HAVE FUN!!!!