How Can I Raise a Couch That Has No Legs?
I have a couch that sits completely flat on the floor, and I'm looking for ways to raise it up. I thought about using risers, but most of…
DIY furniture
Looking for Non-IKEA Parts to Fix My PINNTORP Table
Hey everyone! My brother handed down his PINNTORP gateleg table from IKEA, but unfortunately, it's missing the legs and I think all the necessary parts to reattach them…
Building a Long Home Office Desk: Feasible Idea or Not?
I'm thinking about turning an alcove in my apartment into a home office with a long desk that would span the entire space—specifically 310 x 65 cm (about…
How Much Should I Expect to Spend Making Wooden Cutting Boards?
Hey there! I'm just starting out in woodworking and I've made a couple of cutting boards so far. I've heard that making cutting boards can be a budget-friendly…
Should I Use Threaded Inserts Instead of Screws for My Table?
I recently purchased a table, and the store suggested they would use construction screws to attach the tabletop to the base. However, I'm leaning toward threaded inserts since…
Tips for Building Tall Cabinets Without Visible Fasteners
I'm looking for advice on constructing full-height cabinets that stretch from wall to wall using 3/4" plywood. Normally, I build each unit separately and simply screw them together,…
Can I Use Half Lap Joints to Extend My Lumber for a Side Table?
I'm trying to build a side table but I'm limited to the wood I have in storage, with no budget for new materials. The best piece I have…
How to Make Traditional Drawers Without Slides?
Hey everyone! So I've recently taken up woodworking with a couple of friends and we decided to challenge ourselves by building a cabinet with drawers. I've managed to…
Best Plywood Options for a Built-In Bookcase?
I'm about to move into a new house, and my wife wants me to build some built-in bookcases that stretch from floor to ceiling, complemented by lower cabinets.…
How Wide Should French Cleats Be for My DIY Project?
I'm working on building a modified RIO shelf (inspired by Steve Ramsey), which will be installed on the wall using a French cleat system, similar to upper cabinets.…
Is UHMW Tape a Good Choice for My End Table Design?
I'm planning to build a pair of end tables that feature tops that open up for additional storage, but I'm not satisfied with the sliding mechanisms I've come…
Choosing Between a Miter Saw and a Portable Table Saw
Hey everyone! I've recently gained some confidence tackling house projects and I'm excited to dive into my first furniture build - a rolling stand for my tools, followed…
Help! What Should I Use for a 66" x 20" Tabletop?
After years of renting tiny spaces, I've finally moved into my own home, and I'm excited about making a functional workspace—specifically, I want to build a table that…
How to Repurpose Bookshelves for My Kids' Closet?
Hey everyone! I'm looking to repurpose some bookshelves we've had for a while, and I want to stack them in my kids' closet. My bookshelves are different sizes—one's…
Why Do My DIY Furniture Projects Always End With Stripped Screws?
I just finished building a cabinet and ended up stripping two screws along the way. No matter how careful I am, it's like there's always a screw that…
How to Build a Sturdy High-Sleeper Bed Frame?
Hey everyone! I'm planning to build my own bed frame because I have really high ceilings in my apartment. I want to create a high-sleeper design that has…
How Thick Should My Standing Desk Top Be?
I'm in the market for a standing desk and I'm confused about the thickness of the tabletop. I've seen advice ranging from 1" to 2" thick, and I'm…
Is It Okay to Keep Wood Unfinished Indoors?
I've got this small table made mainly from pine and a bit of cedar, and I'm honestly loving the natural, unfinished look of the wood. I've been considering…
Where Can I Find Sturdy Odd-Angle Brackets for My DIY Table?
I'm building an end table with a ten-degree face on one side, which means I need 110° brackets for the connection between that face and the top. I'm…
Looking for Adjustable Locking Drawer Slides for My Desk
Hey all! I'm building a desk and really need full extension drawer slides that allow locking at any position, not just at set intervals. I've found some locking…