How to Build a Night Stand

You can make something similar to this!

So, you're ready for a permanent place to put your nightly reading book and other miscellaneous items, but don't feel justified in paying $200.00 for a small wooden nightstand? I have got the perfect solution if you're ready to put in some small work: Build your own nightstand and cut the costs of an overpriced, pre-made structure sitting at your local furniture shop! This article will show you how to build and enjoy your own nightstand. Unfortunately, the details of exactly what you need and how it needs to be cut are far too long for an eHow article, but this article will assist you on what you need to do to replace that milk carton with a beautiful nightstand in no time!

Instructions

How to Build a Night Stand

1. 1. Measure the area that you want to put the nightstand. This is important to do beforehand because you don't want to go through all the trouble of building a nightstand that is too large for the area you intend to use it in.

2. 2. Think about the purpose of your nightstand. There are many different varieties of nightstands, some are simple with just legs and a tabletop, where others have multiple drawers, shelves, etc. If you are putting it in a smaller room, I would suggest something with a shelf that you can use as bookshelf.

3. 3. Pick a plan. You can find various free plans online by doing an engine search for "nightstand plans." You can also go to your local hardware or bookstore to look for magazines and books that are specifically for building your own furniture.

4. 4. Make a list of everything you will need to purchase and go shopping. Before you leave your house, check to see which tools and materials you already have. You may want to think about borrowing tools from a friend instead of purchasing new tools to cut down on the cost.

5. 5. Get to work on your nightstand! Feel free to invite a friend over to help you. This will make the time and work go by faster.

6. 6. Place your nightstand in the desired area and decorate it with frames, candles, etc. Make sure to take pictures of your hard work so you'll never forget what a fabulous job you did on it and how you saved money!

Tips & Warnings

• Don't be afraid to make the night stand your own! Once you're done building the nightstand, try painting it to match your bedroom or something that reveals your personality.

• Use caution when using any type of tools

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish