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A Sectional Corner Sofa Project from IKEA Kallax
- Well, lay two Kallax units on their sides to create the base of your sofa.
- Then, top them with a cushion. Now, you have a simple-looking daybed. You can stop right here or go on to the next step to optimize the storage by sliding in storage boxes, one for each compartment under the cushion.
- Repeat all the steps to get another daybed and arrange the Kallax units to form an L shape.
A Pallet Sofa Project Idea with Hidden Storage
Go with pallets for comfort, practicality, and originality if you pursue those things. And this small sofa gets them all, not to mention extra storage to keep books, cat toys, and else.
- First, make the basis of the sofa by cleaning the pallets, removing the protruding nails, sanding the entire surface, finishing, and mounting the castors.
- Next, make the backrest and the sides of the pallet sofa. Check the gaps between the pallets and fill them with pallet strips you cut from the broken ones.
- Then, attach the backrest and the sides to the base using long screws.
- After that, make a pair of drawers from plywood and broken pallets.
- Paint and slide them in at the lower part of the sofa, and it’s done.
A Vinyl Media Console Project Idea
This vinyl media console is made with an open concept to help you find things easily. It has three parts: upper, middle, and lower, with castors.
- First, make the frame with three long vinyl pieces, one for the base and the other two for the sides.
- Attach them all using screws and install the castors.
- Then, make the lower part with four partitions to get five vertical compartments.
- Separately, make the middle part using a pair of long vinyl pieces and a small partition.
- Attach this part atop the lower part.
- Lastly, make the upper part with two sections: left and right.
9. A Lift-Top Coffee Table Project with Copper Legs
The first step to making this lift-top coffee table is choosing the material, but you could use any sturdy piece you have at home and them down into lengths. Glue up all the pieces and let them dry for a few hours before cleaning any squeezed glue.
Then, construct the drawer section and cabinet before installing the internal lift top mechanism. The next step is to install the drawer, sand the entire surface, and apply the desired finishing.
After the table is done, it’s time to make the base with copper tubing. Attach the joints using solder, and then you’re done.
A Small Round Coffee Table Project Idea
A sliding top feature for a coffee table is an exciting idea. You could open it to hidden storage and close it to function as regular furniture.
- Begin the project by making a template using X-Carve.
- Trace the template for the base and cut them into pieces.
- Then, flush trim the pieces.
- Repeat the steps for the top and bottom pieces.
- Go forward and make a rabbet in the base. You must also create a pivot point to keep the sliding top on track every time it’s closed.
- Next, add veneer using contact cement and sand the surface before making the legs.
- And applying the finishing will be the last step before the coffee table’s ready to use.
An Easy DIY TV Stand Project Idea for the Entertainment center
If you are getting into DIY projects, this TV stand suits you because it is pretty straightforward.
- Begin by measuring and cutting the wood. You could have them trimmed or do the job yourself using a circular saw.
- Second, pre-drill holes and make a rectangle box.
- Next, insert screws and install cabinet hinges.
- Add the middle shelf to support by creating brackets before nailing in the backing.
- Then, insert holes for the door handle. Until this step, you have a raw-looking TV stand.
- After attaching the legs, the job is done.
- But if you pursue the striking stripes, do the painting job before attaching the legs.
Refurbish old furniture with industrial-style black chalk paint
Industrial style is known for its clean lines. Thus, in this project, you must choose a piece of old furniture without decorative elements and many rounded edges.
- And it goes for your first step.
- The second step is to paint the handles gold.
- Next, remove the old finish before sanding and staining the entire wood surface.
- Lastly, paint it with chalk paint in matte black.
A Travertine Side Table Project Idea
A marble side table can level up your living room instantly. However, it may require a lot of money. Therefore, you should consider another stylish yet affordable option, like this travertine side table.
- First, you need to have three pieces of travertine pavers.
- Pick out one and mark its center to even out everything.
- Glue the second paver atop the first one to create the shape of the letter T. This set will be the base or, you may say, the legs. The glue must dry within a night, so let it rest before attaching the top.
For the next day, repeat the measuring and the marking to the last piece.
- Apply some glue to the part of the base where it’ll come in contact with the top.
- Then, put the top neatly and carefully, and wait for another two days to ensure everything’s on track.
A Bread Bin Hack Side Table Project Idea
Do you know that you can get so much from a bread bin out of bamboo? Well, you know now.
Find a pair of bamboo bread bins and attach them using nails and super glue. While waiting until it’s dry, make the legs with timber offcuts. If the glue is already dry, attach the legs to the base. Then, paint your new furniture and wait another hour until it’s dry.
A Sofa that Turns into a Bed
A sofa bed is convenient and, of course, multifunctional. If you have an overnight guest often, this furniture will save you a lot.
- Start the project by making panels for the side and the back.
- Next, build the arm with open storage and attach it to the back part.
- Moving forward, build the seating frame and sand it.
- Apply stain or finish and install the front as well as the slats.
The sofa bed is only complete once you arrange some cushions and throws above it.
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Cut down the plywood sheets to get started using Kreg rip Cut or circular saw. Then, add a back panel with another sheet of plywood to fit over the body. Install the drawer slides to the shelves’ front edge.
Next, install trim on the bookshelf sides before building and installing the hidden storage.
Add the drawer fronts by cutting a plywood sheet into four. Then, install the crown and the top panel. Apply to finish after you’re sure it has a smooth surface.
A Side Table with Tons of Sneaky Hidden Storage
Build a place to hide your cash, fancy jewelry, or other sneaky stuff with this end table idea.
- To start the project, measure one giant panel and cut it into pieces for the shelves and the frame.
- Next, iron edge band around your pieces, but forget this step if they’re solid wood.
- Then, assemble all the pieces for your frame using interior wood glue. Get help from brad’s nails or clamps to secure the pieces until the glue’s set.
- After that, slip the shelves into the frame set.
Now, you have an open cubby.
- Create a faux panel for the sneaky hidden drawer and attach it to the open cubby before you make it into a closed one by sticking the back using the wood glue.
- Now, make two drawers looking-like one by stacking the larger part atop.
- Install a piano hinge along the seam after that.
- Attach the front lid with a pullout.
- Then, install the drawer slides and try to fit the drawers.
- Create the legs and attach them to the base. Now, sand the surface and apply the finishing.
And then, it’s done.
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