How to Make Your Own Office Desk
- 1). Find a reclaimed door that has a lot of character from years of use at a local reclaimed building materials store. Select a door that does not have a window. Paneled doors with detailed woodwork are an ideal option. Purchase the door for the main surface of your desk.
- 2). Remove any hardware from the door including the handle, latch and hinges with a screwdriver. Remove any loose paint or other debris with a wire brush. Wipe down the door with a cloth and wood furniture cleaner.
- 3). Place the two filing cabinets parallel to each other. Spread them apart so that the outside edge of each cabinet will be flush with the ends of the door. Lay the door onto the cabinets.
- 4). Custom order a clear acrylic panel that is cut to the size of the door from your hardware or home improvement store. Place the acrylic panel over the door. This will provide a smooth work surface and allow the beauty of the door to be appreciated.
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