Straightforward DIY Wall Mounted Folding Desk Workbench from a Door

Construct your personal DIY folding workbench in your storage in simply in the future! This newbie tutorial and woodworking plan makes use of a strong core door and cheap lumber to make a wall mounted folding desk for beneath $100, good for woodworking and different DIY initiatives.

You may as well construct a big folding transportable work desk or improve your storage workshop with a DIY desk noticed workbench with storage.

DIY Folding Workbench for the Storage

I’ve a love hate relationship with my storage.

I adore it when it’s clear, and I can truly park in it.

I hate it (90% of the 12 months) when it isn’t!

I had this nice concept to make use of a paint coated folding desk as my work desk within the storage. In actuality, the desk become a dumping floor. After nearly each venture we work on round the home the instruments, and remaining components find yourself on that desk. I’d share an image, however it’s too embarrassing!

I lastly had it final week, and cleaned the whole lot off and took the desk out of the storage. Now I would like a desk. So why not construct one?

Listed here are my “work desk” necessities:

1. In a position to be simply put away so messes can’t accumulate
2. Sturdy and powerful sufficient for constructing furnishings
3. Giant working space

Looks as if a fairly brief listing, but it surely’s what I would like! So after a fast flip around the globe vast net for inspiration I offer you The Wall Mounted Folding Desk Workbench.

I’m sharing all the data about construct your personal (plus a fast DIY hack for an excellent sooner wall mounted folding desk!) so preserve studying for the detailed meeting directions.

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What makes this DIY wall mounted folding desk inexpensive and simple

This minimalist DIY folding workbench or desk has just a few key options:

• straightforward to construct (no over-engineering wanted right here!)
• straightforward to fold as much as clear up storage area
• provides you a big strong wooden work desk floor
• all for beneath $100 in supplies!

The key to this quick and simple wall mounted folding desk is that I used a solid core wood door as a substitute of plywood for the tabletop.

A solid wood door (unbored) is a perfect resolution for a workbench floor in a storage or shed (or for a wall mounted folding desk desk) as a result of it’s very easy, very sturdy, no cuts required. And it’s a fairly inexpensive different to a sheet of plywood or two, with added sturdiness. 

It simply takes a couple of bucks in different lumber and a few hinges to show a door into a big fold-up workbench in your storage or numerous websites the place you want a drop-leaf desk.  

You’ll be able to modify the scale to make a standing desk or a laptop computer laptop desk for extra lecture room, or perhaps a space-saving eating desk for a small condo or slim room. This drop-down folding desk would make an excellent laundry room desk for folding garments, too! 

No casters, no cabinets — only a sturdy and easy wall-mounted folding desk that takes up no ground area.

You’ll want a pocket hole jig to connect the entrance desk skirt. Aside from that, a miter noticed and nail gun make the construct go sooner, however you if you’re simply beginning out and don’t have the instruments, you possibly can simply use a hammer and a hand saw with a miter box. Or perhaps it’s a great time to put money into a round noticed or a miter noticed!

Workbench Dimensions and Changes

The completed DIY folding workbench measures 36 inches (D) x 80 inches (W) x 41.25 inches (H) when constructed as proven. You’ll be able to modify the peak to your very best standing desk top, in addition to adjusting the bench prime width and depth through the use of a 78″ or 84″ solid core door.

• I used a 36×80 non-bored solid core hardwood slab door to make this huge wall-mounted work desk. Regulate the lengths of the 80″ lumber cuts if you’re utilizing a 78″ or 84″ door as a substitute to suit your accessible wall area.
• The peak of the folding workbench floor as listed is 41-1/4″. For a taller or shorter workbench, modify the size of the legs (and the peak that the ledger board is mounted).
  • Commonplace bar top is 42″ however for my (common) top the very best standing desk top is just a bit shorter than that, so I put the work bench top barely decrease however nonetheless tall sufficient to make use of a regular barstool.
  • Ensure that you possibly can attain the highest of the desk when folded to safe the latch.

DIY Folding Workbench Materials Record

Right here’s what it’s worthwhile to construct your personal fold-up storage work desk — only a strong core door, 4 boards, and a few hinges and {hardware}. You would possibly have already got a few of these supplies in your scrap pile.

In search of a cut price? You should definitely examine your native Habitat For Humanity ReStore for constructing supplies and {hardware}!

Lumber

When selecting lumber, you should definitely comply with the following tips and methods to decide on the very best and straightest boards. That is particularly essential when you’re utilizing inexpensive cuts like furring strips.

Different supplies and {hardware}

Be aware: There are a number of methods you possibly can safe the fold-up workshop desk to the wall. You may use hook and eye latches, a pair items of scrap wooden, a barrel bolt lock, and so forth. I selected the heavy-duty hasp as a result of it’s sturdy, straightforward to put in, and locks simply.

Really useful instruments

Lower Record

• Ledger: lower 1 – 2×6 @ 80″
• Workbench Assist: lower 1 – 2×4 @ 80″
• Leg Assist: lower 1 – 2×4 @ 6″
• Hinge Helps: lower 2 – 2×4 @ 2″
• Legs: lower 2 – 2×2 @ 38″
• Desk Skirt: lower 1 – 1×4 @ 80″

Elements Preparation

Within the leg assist (2×4 @ 6″), drill 3 pocket holes alongside one lengthy edge.

Pre-drill 3 holes by means of every hinge assist piece (2×4 @ 2″) for attaching later.

Within the desk skirt piece (1×4 @ 80″), drill pocket holes 2″ from the ends, and about each 8-10″ alongside the size of the board.

Flippantly sand all items. You’ll be able to seal with an non-compulsory coat of poly now or after constructing.

Tips on how to Construct a DIY Folding Workbench

Step 1: Mark The Wall, Ledger, and Wall Studs

First, discover the middle of the wall area the place your desk will go — make certain your 80″ desk will match! Mark the 40″ heart on the wall.

Subsequent, mark the peak of the 2×6 ledger, which shall be 41-1/4″ from the ground. In case you are taller or shorter, you possibly can modify this top to your desire. You’ll additionally want to regulate the size of your 2×2 folding workbench legs.

Mark the middle (40″) of your 2×6 that you simply lower @ 80″.

Discover and mark the stud places. In my storage the partitions weren’t painted so I might simply see the place my wall studs have been. You’ll want to discover and mark the place all your studs are earlier than you grasp your 2×6 ledger board.

Step 2: Grasp the Ledger

The ledger will maintain all the DIY folding workbench to the wall, so ensure it’s degree and well-secured to the wall studs with heavy responsibility fasteners. You might want an additional set of fingers for this step. 

Match the 2 heart marks from the wall and the two×6 ledger. Place the extent on the board and make certain it’s degree at 41″.

Utilizing the end nail gun, place 3 or 4 nails in studs to carry the 2×6 in place.

End up by drilling 2 – 3″ screws by means of the 2×6 at every wall stud location.

Step 3: Grasp the two×4 Workbench Assist

Measure down from the highest of the ledger board 1-3/4″. This would be the mounting top in your 80″ 2×4 workbench assist, and can enable the folding desk to sit down on the two×4 whereas in use, including stability to your desk.

This subsequent step is rather like hanging the two×6. The highest of your 2×4 needs to be in your 1-3/4″ mark. Ensure the ends are flush with the two×6, degree the two×4, and fasten with 3-4 nails as earlier than.

Then, drill 2 – 3″ screws by means of the two×4 into the two×6 at every stud location.

Step 4: Connect Hinge Helps to Desk High

Now it’s time to work on the precise desk!

Except you could have tremendous human energy you will have somebody that will help you transfer your strong core door to an appropriate work location. In my case it was on the driveway as a result of I didn’t have a piece desk! Sawhorses are an excellent addition to your workshop to raise your work on a venture like this.

Measure on the underside of your door 3-1/2″ from the entrance nook on either side. Place the 2x4x2″ hinge assist items behind the mark. You need to use clamps to carry in place as effectively.

Screw 2×4 items into place utilizing 2-1/2″ or 3″ screws. (I pre-drilled 3 holes in these items in order that they didn’t break up once I drilled screws into them.)

For added safety, you can too use wooden glue with the screws.

Step 5: Connect the Desk Skirt

Connect the desk skirt to the underside of the workbench prime at 1-1/2″ from the entrance edge, utilizing pocket gap screws.

To put in the entrance skirt piece I made a jig to hurry up the method.

I used a leftover piece of the two×2 and nailed it to a chunk of 1×4. Then I positioned the two×2 facet on prime of the door, and pressed the skirt towards it as I screwed the skirt to the underside of the desk utilizing the pocket holes. Ensure your ends are flush earlier than you begin attaching with pocket gap screws!

Step 6: Connect the Workbench Legs and Hinges

Connect the small hinges to the 2x2x38 legs. Mark heart on the other facet of the leg from the hinge on every leg, and mark heart on the surface of the 2x4x2 items mounted to the desk.

Line up the middle marks, and fasten the opposite facet of the hinge to the within of the 2x4x2 block.

I initially used the screws supplied for this step, however discovered they allowed an excessive amount of motion when reducing the door. So I changed them with 2″ screws as a substitute.

Step 7: Connect the Leg Assist

Fold your legs in order that they sit towards the underside of the desk, and fasten the 2x4x6 items utilizing pocket holes  and a pair of″ screws so the board sits towards the desk legs. That is the place the legs will relaxation when the desk is folded up.

Step 8: Connect the Desk to the Ledger with Hinges

Time to name in your heavy lifting helper once more! Whereas holding the legs in place, carry the work desk to the ledger board you could have already hooked up to the wall.

That is the second of reality. Enable the legs to fold down, and place the again of the desk on the two×4. Your desk ought to sit firmly on the bottom. You might have to straighten the legs in order that they sit flush on the bottom and on the two×4 blocks on the underside of the desk.

Tip: If the ground isn’t precisely degree and also you need a safer leg contact with the bottom, use a big washer beneath the leg.

Now measure a 1/2″ hole between the two×6 and the again of the desk. This can enable the hinge to maneuver freely.

Connect the hinges to the desk and the two×6. I put in 2 hinges 4″ from the sting, and one within the heart.

Check out these hinges with a helper! Fold your door up, and mark the place the highest edge meets the wall on a wall stud as near the heart of the desk as attainable. Decrease your desk down once more. It’s enjoyable isn’t it!

Two extra ultimate touches and you’re carried out!

Step 9: Set up the Hasp

This hasp and latch are the important thing to the “fold-up” a part of the folding workbench. The twisting a part of the hasp goes on the facet of the work desk, and the hinged a part of the hasp goes on the wall (within the wall stud for safe attachment).

Measure the place that stud is in relation to the top of your desk. Switch that measurement to the entrance of your desk, and fasten the twisting piece of the hasp to your desk.

Set up the hinged a part of your hasp 1/2″ above the road you marked and the identical distance from the top of the desk.

Now it is best to be capable of fold your desk up and lock it in place! Strive it out!

Step 10: Apply End Coat (Non-obligatory)

The ultimate step is non-compulsory. I brushed on a coat of polyurethane to guard my desk prime. This one is completely as much as you!

I hope you get pleasure from your new CLEAN workspace!

Subsequent up for me is cleansing up the storage area, and I’m contemplating including pegboard under the bench to retailer extension cords and different low-profile instruments and supplies.

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