How to Build a Corner Desk Unit

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Follow these simple steps to build a simple corner desk unit that is both functional and aesthetically appealing at the same time.

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Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Things You’ll Need:

MDF or other wood material
Drill
Screw gun
Wood screws
Wood glue
Trim
Skills saw
Desk feet
Felt feet
Stain or paint
Shellac
Shellac thinner
Polyurethane
Stud finder
Measuring tape

Step1

Decide on a design you would like your corner desk unit to be. This will include whether you want bookshelves on the top, drawers or shelving on the bottom and so on.

Step2

Buy the materials needed for your corner desk unit at your local lumber store. MDF wood is an inexpensive alternative to other wood products if you need to keep this project on a budget.

Step3

Cut the wood or MDF to meet the design guidelines. Using a skills saw takes some finesse; don't move the blade to fast or you will split or splinter the wood.

Step4

Mark the walls with a pencil having used a stud finder.

Step5

Attach the desk to the wall using wood screws and hitting the stud each time. This will give you a sturdier desk.

Step6

Add trim to the outer edge of the wood or MDF; this will give your corner desk unit a more finished look.

Tips & Warnings

MDF usually has construction integrity time of about 5 years.
Different wood will have different levels of strength and longevity for your corner desk unit.