HOW TO Build a Kids Craft Desk
Timeframe: 1 Day (plus painting)
Tools Required: Circular saw, Drill driver, Hand sander, Putty knife, Paintbrushes and rollers, Measuring tape, Level, Drop cloth, Safety equipment (glasses, hearing protection, dust mask).
Materials Required: MDF sheets (for desk surface and compartments), Pine timber (for legs), Wood screws, Hinges, Resene EzyFill Quick, Resene Quick Dry primer undercoat, Resene Lustacryl semi-gloss waterborne enamel paint (e.g., Resene Cashmere).
Total Cost: Around $95
Creating a dedicated craft desk for your child can inspire creativity and provide a personalized space for their artistic endeavors. In this HOW TO, we'll walk you through building a custom craft desk tailored to your child's space and needs.
Instructions:
Measure your space, then cut MDF sheets and pine timber to required dimensions.
Assemble desk frame securely using screws, ensuring legs and supports are level.
Add MDF compartments beneath the desktop for storage and reinforcement.
Fill screw holes and imperfections with Resene EzyFill Quick, then sand smooth when dry.
Apply Resene Quick Dry primer undercoat to all surfaces.
Finish with two coats of Resene Lustacryl semi-gloss paint, allowing drying time between coats.
Attach desk lid with hinges for easy storage access.
Set up and decorate your completed desk.
