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Queen Sized Stoarge Bed - cheaper version

I made the bulk of this bed from 2 sheets of OSB to make it cheaper. The headboard is from salvaged pallets and scrap studs from a construction site. Baskets or drawers forthcoming. Easy plans to follow.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$200
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
White Kilz and and white Kensington & Clark.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Green roof patio benches

Submitted by HANLOP01 on Sun, 03/15/2015 - 09:07

Thank you for the great plans. It was an easy project thanks to the easy to follow directions. I am getting a lot of compliments on them.

Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Still figuring that part out. Probably a cedar stain to go with the deck.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

TV console

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 06/12/2017 - 17:32

Single door slider.  Made the hardware from standard 1 1/4 flat metal and rollers from a couple pulleys.  Top is rough cut white pine that had some great saw marks and knots for character.  Back is ship lap from an old barn.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$85
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Paint in bottom. Early American stain the a coat of golden oak to warm it up. Polycrylic semigloss finish.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Modern Adirondack Chair

Submitted by MartyH on Sun, 08/15/2021 - 15:56

Great Plans. I extended the back with an extra 1x10 and it works great being that I'm 6' 4". Also used a router to round the arms, front seat board, and the top back board. Just need to stain and waterproof for the patio. I'm new to woodworking (besides home trim work). Your plans are great as is or for just getting started. I'm trying this out as a hobby for retirement (sometime in the next 5 years). Buying the equipment now as needed. Thanks so much for the plans and videos.

Estimated Cost
$60-$70
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Going to use Behr semi-transparent stain and Waterproof (Cedar color)
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Comments

Providence Table and Benches

I loved this plan from the minute I saw the post. We got the kids and their friends involved in this build. I love having a outdoor table that is large enough to have everyone around.

Estimated Cost
$125
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Behr Ultra in Surfer
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Dart Board Case

Submitted by tedgray86 on Tue, 03/17/2015 - 22:04

Easy to build. Just used 1x4's and 1x3's.  

Estimated Cost
$35
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Dark Walnut Stain
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Cross35

Thu, 03/19/2015 - 05:57

Awesome looking project! And well done. Do you happen to have any plans for it? I'd like to have one at my house.

Juancarlosthomas

Mon, 01/02/2017 - 19:22

This is an awesome ide. I would like to build it, but I don't see the plans. Would anyone that has them, please share them?

Rustic x console

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 09/17/2022 - 04:47

Beautiful table 

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$80
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Rolling Book Bin

Submitted by getcz on Sun, 08/29/2021 - 06:58

This crate was designed as a shower gift for a grandma-to-be. It was made with solid plywood sides instead of slats but otherwise follows the plans. The top edges were banded to conceal the plywood. The stain used was Minwax oil-based semi-transparent in Classic Gray. The decals were cut on a Silhouette Cameo 4 and adhered to each long side after one coat of poly followed by two additional coats.

Built from Plan(s)

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King Farmhouse Bed with Matching Side Tables

Submitted by Danno on Sun, 04/28/2013 - 20:50

Just bought a vacation home and need to furnish the place. Started with the size Farmhouse bed with side tables. Used Behr paint from Home Depot called Cotton Whisper sanded edges and used a dark walnut stain to antique. Finished it off with 2 heavy coats of poly.

Estimated Cost
$120
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Behr Cotton Whisper
Dark Walnut stain
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

mtz_lin

Tue, 11/08/2016 - 10:57

Did you use a metal bed frame or did you make the side rails and frame? i am curious how high my mattress will sit above the footboard because I want to make the side rails and use slats. I have a boxspring that I will be using. I dont want my mattress to tower over my footboard. did you adjust the length of the 4x4s on your footboard?

Table/dog crate

Submitted by jpthecut on Thu, 03/19/2015 - 11:31

Nice and easy plan to build this beautiful table and dog crate.

Estimated Cost
150$
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Used a grey wood tint
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Redwood Planters

Submitted by powerof2 on Thu, 09/09/2021 - 21:39

Planters from Easy Build DIY Planter Box. Some modifications, but essentially direct from the plans. I used redwood fence pickets for the slats, finished the frame with an "ancient oak" stain and the faces with spar varnish diluted with paint thinner.

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Simple White Outdoor Coffee Table

Submitted by gfranq on Sat, 03/21/2015 - 14:39

This table was a cinch to put together and only took a couple of hours

Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
oil based primer and Behr Ultra Premium Outdoor Paint satin finish
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Bray and Harper's Playhouse

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 06/23/2017 - 06:49

This playhouse was built by my 4 year old son and I. We used the general plans and even added the drop down desk. Most of it was built using my miter saw stand, another great idea by Ana White!

Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Simple Potting Bench

Submitted by girlcat36 on Tue, 09/21/2021 - 15:07

Potting sink loosely based on the Simple 2x4 Potting Bench plan, using scraps I had on hand and an old kitchen sink. One of the uprights is warped, so I used a lattice back and curved outer brackets to detract from that. I was trying to keep this zero cost.

Comments

I'm in LOVE!

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 06/24/2017 - 22:54

This was my very first project... I went with antiquing the table, thanks to my Golden Retriever. (Even though he's a hundred times better than his puppy stages, if he chews, it won't show easily.) 

The wood sizes are slightly off, but hey - this is what you do with free wood! Still worked perfectly!

Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Stain... paint... Antique Wax... Chalk Matte sealant.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

I built this!

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 10/04/2021 - 12:19

I have no idea how much time I spent on this, but it was worth it!

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Farm House Table

I took the original plans from the Farmhouse Table - Updated Pocket Hole Plans - and I modified it so that my table could be countertop height and join up to my counter -  like a modified breakfast bar, so this table it countertop high, and is also more narrow and alittle longer.  I can easily pull it away from the wall and sit 6 people around it.  It is now my favorite place in the house!  

Estimated Cost
$200
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Oxidizer (steel wool and vinegar) and then sealed with Water Polyseal and then Miniwax Paste Furniture Wax

I added extra metal supports underneath to help avoid wood movement over time and added metal corner guards.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Hall Tree

Submitted by Theavy on Mon, 10/04/2021 - 12:45

Used scrap material from a new development near me. (Was given permission by developer). Liquid nails and Brad nailer used to assemble the 1x12’s. 1x2 and shoe moldings to clean up edges. Chalk and white paint to finish it up. I already had the coat rack so it literally cost me nothing to assemble.

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Farmhouse Table

Submitted by jennazer on Wed, 05/08/2013 - 15:22

I am completely redecorating my home, Out is the furniture that no one was allowed to sit on or go near. I wanted furniture that we could use. I have 2 boys so I wanted it casual, fun and durable. Loved the farmhouse style and loved this table. It is made from pine, sanded and stained on top. I used Minwax provincial stain. Bottom is painted with black furniture paint then distressed. We purchased the legs from Osborne Wood Products.

Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Dining, playing board games on, talking
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Shabby Chic Bunny Box

Submitted by EAnderson on Sun, 03/29/2015 - 19:01

I had a lot of fun with this project! It was quick, and I already had everything I needed on hand. I have been wanting to get more practice with my jigsaw and this project was perfect for that. I used one cedar picket for the whole box and still had some left over. I added a burlap bow and made the tail with some extra pieces of rope and my glue gun. It was a breeze!

Estimated Cost
FREE! I made this with a leftover piece of cedar fence picket and paint/stain that I already had. If you wanted to purchase a picket they are around $2.75 each.
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
I first sanded and whitewashed the picket and then cut the pieces. After I had assembled everything and let the glue dry for a little bit, I roughed up the paint with my sander and applied stain.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Comments

Harold Webb

Tue, 03/31/2015 - 06:47

Excellent! I doubt that I will make it in 2 hours, but I'll try. I really like this kind of product, especially given the fact that my wife loves in flowering :). By the way, if someone need help in writing of any type of works, you can visit my website http://www.trusteddissertations.com/ and get a decent discount.
Have a nice day!

Hockey 'lockers'

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 06/29/2017 - 19:56

I needed something to organize our hockey gear so I customized this mudroom idea. It turned out great and makes me feel better when I walk in the garage. Everything must have a place!

Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Jacobean Stain
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner