DIY Modern Writing Desk

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In this video I show you how to build a simple modern writing desk that is very cheap. This was something that I needed at the house to work at. It was pretty basic and easy to make. I hope you enjoy! -- Build Plans - etsy.me/333AC17
DOWEL JIG VIDEO - • Make Your Own Doweling...
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Project Resources, materials, and tool links below. Some of these are affiliate links, so they do help me out. Thanks for your support!
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(2) 2x10x8
(1) 1x4 board
⅜” dowel amzn.to/2wmWjuo
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Spray Shellac amzn.to/2OYNHSr
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TOOLS
Circular Saw amzn.to/2znPWrd
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Table Saw amzn.to/2IN0NPG
Random Orbital Sander amzn.to/2qTaOEw
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@drumunl 6 лет назад

Yo! It's Made By Mitch time!!! Great build man! My favorite finish for hardwoods is Arm-R-Seal from General Finishes. If I'm doing stain, I like their lineup of gel stains. I'm finishing up that farm table from IG and I'm going to spray it with Enduro Clear Poly, also from GF.

@MadebyMitch 6 лет назад

Thanks man! I've never used anything from General Finishes. I'm totally checking them out now though. Thanks.

@drumunl 6 лет назад

@@MadebyMitch the only problem is they don't sell it at any big box stores. I get mine from Woodcraft or online. 🤷🏼‍♂️

@MadebyMitch 6 лет назад

Yea that stinks. 😕

@dayamidiaz7651 4 года назад

Hey I have a question how much was it to make?And how much weight can it hold?

@dayamidiaz7651 4 года назад

@@MadebyMitch plz answer my question

@TrapStation 4 года назад

I normally don't comment on videos, but the production level on this is unreal. Hugely underrated channel

@MadebyMitch 4 года назад

Thank you very much!

@clintonfry8464 3 года назад

I would add my voice to this sentiment. Great video.

@winky831 3 года назад

Love the outcome- desk looks gorgeous. Cannot wait to make it. Thank you for uploading ☺ 🙏

@sarisaro4148 3 года назад

dude,i love how humble and simple you are! great content!

@hemalsiriwardhana1035 4 года назад

Your skills are amazing and thank you for teaching us the best way to make a writing table by few steps.

@clintonfry8464 3 года назад

Great video. I love how accessible you make woodworking. My favorite finish is minwax wipe on poly. The advent of wipe on is a game changer when it comes to finishing.

@cjsalee 2 года назад

Just finished my second desk…watched this video about 50 times! Thanks for the tips. Great video. This was my first woodworking project of any kind.

@axelbuckets3858 4 года назад

My wife started working from home I’m going to make this it’s perfect!

@MadebyMitch 4 года назад

Great! Good luck making yours!

@mymoodd 4 года назад

Lovely

@ezrawilson6986 Год назад

I love the tip about using white stain to preserve the grain. I had never heard of doing that before.

@mauriceb4348 4 года назад

I have been a little nervous I always wanted to get into woodworks and I am excited to try this. My first time ever trying to build something

@PeterPasieka 3 года назад

I really like this white finish. Looks good.

@user-yy3zi2ll3k 2 года назад

Exactly what I was looking for as a noob trying to build the first ever project!

@WayWoodworking 6 лет назад

I like the white stain. Very subtle. I love simple designs. I think people would enjoy a dowling jig video for sure.

@MadebyMitch 6 лет назад

Thanks Tony! Im definitely considering the dowel jig vid.

@WayWoodworking 6 лет назад

Made by Mitch I've seen them in the past. You're audience would dig it! Getting closing to 1,000 subs buddy! You're awesome!

@MadebyMitch 6 лет назад

Thank man! I appreciate the constant encouragement from you. You're awesome.👍🏻

@josephhall2858 5 лет назад

Definitely like the white finish, gave it a really clean look!

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thanks Joseph! I agree, the white gives it a clean look for sure. 👍

@CELESTEfishiee 4 года назад

Thanks for this video. I bought the plans for this on Etsy. This has inspired me to start woodworking. And I bought ratchet straps to help me too 😄👍🏽 thanks for the idea.

@samlopez2231 5 лет назад

I was your 2000th sub! Lol great desk thanks for the ideas!

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Yay! Thank you so much for subscribing! I appreciate it.

@okstatemike 6 лет назад

Dowel jig video for sure! Really like the white stain you used. I've been on a Danish Oil finish kick lately.

@MadebyMitch 6 лет назад

Thank you. I was happy with the way it turned out. Danish oil is my favorite! Especially on walnut.👍🏻

@CardsMoto 4 года назад

Now this is what I want. Clean and simple

@MOSTAFA131160 3 года назад

it is so simple but so nice and inspiring to do the same as you, thank you very much.

@mandyleeson1 3 года назад

Thank you so much for all the tips, this video is so helpful.👍🏼🙏🏻

@joseluisruiz3789 4 года назад

Oh my GOD Dude you are awesome!!!! Thank you!!!!!! I need to make a simple desk for my daughter for her Online School work she is now doing and wanted her to have something legit for her chromebook and have space to do Any writing. Right now she is using a TV food tray in her room but I want her to use something better and the desk onlinr are just either too small or too big for the spot I need it at. What you did here is perfect and I will do my best to make one for her using your video as a guide. Thanks again. 😭🙏🙇‍♂️

@tieulam27 4 года назад

Love that clean look!

@justinh228 4 года назад

Good idea with the jig you made to keep your boards aligned while screwing in the pocket screws! I've had trouble keeping everything aligned like you were saying so I will have to try this!

@MadebyMitch 4 года назад

Thank you! The jig helped out for sure. I have done this on several occasions with pocket hols because the tend to move around.

@sycbrown9743 3 года назад

I absolutely love this desk, you are awesome. It was so east to make. I will be following you. Thanks.

@MadebyMitch 3 года назад

Thank you! I'm glad this worked out for you!

@FernandoOMeza 3 года назад

Thank you very much for your idea That's very good and very clear the way you speak and explain thank you

@ShaneZettelmier 4 года назад

The dowel thing was cool, especially that you made your own jig but I’ve made workbenches like this and the glue alone would’ve been more than enough unless you’re really pounding on it. Also when you did your dowels and ended up not quite even on the ends, you can make what’s called a storyboard which is just a piece of cheap scrap wood and you make your marks on there and then you clamp that to your Mainwood where you’re going to drill the holes that way the holes come out the same on every piece of wood. With this design it would be really easy to make some slide out drawers underneath too. Your cross brace could’ve also gone all the way to the back so it didn’t hit your knees, and could’ve also been used to put a screw into a stud on your wall so the desk wouldn’t move it all and was more like a built-in.

@MadebyMitch 4 года назад

Thanks Shane! I appreciate the feedback and input. The storybowrd sounds like a more accurate idea. I also like the idea of the cross brace being more towards the back. Again thanks for the feedback!

@nancycook4252 6 лет назад

Great idea for dowel jig, wish i had this a few projects ago. Great video

@MadebyMitch 6 лет назад

Thank you very much Nancy.

@DFullerLisa 4 года назад

That’s an awesome desk! I want something just like this but with drawers. My dad is gonna help me make one because the ones in stores just aren’t what I want.

@joekilbreth3901 4 года назад

Wonderfully simple and good looking project. If you're a finisher, a router around the top will make nice rounded edges too! I also like to use Tung oil as a finisher as it doesn't change the color of the wood and brings out the wood's character.

@arunmishra531 3 года назад

Nice work !! Pls share the dimensions of this table .

@richardmouat9070 4 года назад

When you made this I bet you didn't think you'd be helping people through this pandemic

@armn_edits 4 года назад

Richard Mouat ahahahah

@MadebyMitch 4 года назад

Very true! But I'm glad I can help.

@CELESTEfishiee 4 года назад

This is why I’m here. Forced to work at home and there are no desks anywhere 😭

@armn_edits 4 года назад

Celeste .Alvidrez lol

@DIYMinded 4 года назад

Great project! Thanks for the time to make and film it. Subscribed!

@MadebyMitch 4 года назад

Thanks so much DIY Minded. And thank you for subscribing. 👍

@mark0032 3 года назад

Its simple and looks great

@dezireealegria961 4 года назад

Love how this came out!! Wish I had the tools to do this!

@renee2005 2 года назад

Nice🥰learn something to new, I made a workbench last year & would like to finish with some type of finish - need to learn that too - thanks for sharing

@troybermudez9269 3 года назад

Really good desk man, thanks for ideas.

@stephanie1265 5 лет назад

So simple. So easy. So great!

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thank you so much Stephanie!

@BJKingOfficial 5 лет назад

This table is really cool for studies and also use for computer.. Stylish

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thanks! Yes I use mine all the time with a laptop. It is a great size!

@user-zs9zk3rz9i 4 года назад

I like your works Continue do cool things like what you did Beautiful

@MadebyMitch 4 года назад

Thank you!!

@marisolmora7932 5 лет назад

I need u in my life lol I like building benches and tables 😂 I’m trying to build a desk now so will see how that goes 🤪🤪🤪

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Good luck building the desk! 👍

@quintonhakeem7287 6 месяцев назад

Useful tip I learned when using square and circular saws cut slightly behind the line you draw and your cuts will always be the same size unless you have a slimmer blade

@thecrunchyleafnutrition 4 года назад

Love this! Thanks for the video!

@rolandrolson 5 лет назад

Mitch! At the moment my favorite finish is shou sugi ban and wax. It can be applied to some of my project but not all of them, due to the joinery used. I like the finish you used for this desk, I do the same with the stain - wipe it off straight away.

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Very cool! I have yet to try shou sugi ban. I would like to soon though. Thanks for watching! 👍

@thekrowndking4903 5 лет назад

This is really cool I’m trying to make my own desk it’s a simple design but this made me rethink a little but great desk and great video

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thank you! I am glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for the comment.👍

@raffyl2112 5 лет назад

Gonna make one with a rustic finish. Thanks for the idea bro!

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Awesome! Your welcome. I'm glad you got something from it!

@kuvira-3666 4 года назад

damn i need a dad like you so we can just build everything ourselves and not spend a lot LOL!

@rohanpatel815 5 лет назад

Bro this is really dope man. I wish i could buy furniture from you like the ones you make. That be dope bro😌💯

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thanks Rohan!

@Ukowyeslo 4 года назад

Another underrated RU-vidr. You deserve millions of subs bro 🍀❤️

@MadebyMitch 4 года назад

Thanks Jack. I appreciate that!

@RicRaymondBellen 4 года назад

Nice and easy!

@brians2612 4 года назад

you make it look very simple!

@casasdevictoria6324 2 года назад

Simply, smart, fast ✔️✔️

@baileysierra 3 года назад

I hope this guy gets back to posting videos. These are gold

@lohunn114 3 года назад

This looks beautiful 😍

@MadebyMitch 3 года назад

Thank you!

@DennisNestor 5 лет назад

Desk looks great!

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thanks Dennis!

@abdullaahmed5735 3 года назад

Nice and simple

@anirandmani4145 4 года назад

You make amazing things

@anirandmani4145 4 года назад

I watch you when I make things

@sassafrasandscraps 5 лет назад

Definitely going to get my hubby or son to make me this desk for my new craft room! I love this finish. I’ve always been a fan of picked finishes. Thanks for sharing!

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Very cool Shannon! I'm glad the video helped. 👍

@toddmarten1364 5 лет назад

This is real nice dude. Great job. Definitely doing this but I'm going to make a pull out section similar to the IKEA malm desk. We have the same table saw too. Cheers.

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thanks Todd! That is a great idea to make the pull out section. Good luck with yours! Thanks again. 👍

@JDiiiablo 5 лет назад

Man I love your energy

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thanks Diego!

@MrYandel85 3 года назад

Gracias I am goin to make the exact same thing tomorrow

@biishoyyy 4 года назад

this... is... amazing... !!!!!

@chellewizzie 4 года назад

Yes, for the dowel jig video.

@kristiaanwiedegreen8205 4 года назад

Wow; great work!

@MadebyMitch 4 года назад

Thanks!

@troygagnon5914 5 лет назад

Rawk on wif yo bad self Mitch. Also, thanks for the idea on the dowel hole jig. whoop whoop

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thanks Troy! 👍

@GadgetsandbikesGB 3 года назад

I am gonna do it 👌

@SpeedysWoodshop 5 лет назад

Arm-R-Seal is an awesome finish.

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

I have never used it. I will have to give it a try. Thanks!

@SDMPoahway 4 года назад

I really like a walnut stain and poly.

@joshuanorris5860 4 года назад

Favorite finish lol Nice simple desk tho.

@rokpodlogar6062 5 лет назад

excellent work. you have a great shed/workshop. might i suggest a "jig" for joining boards together. it involves using a couple of scrap boards and wedges. :)

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thanks Rok! I appreciate it.

@analizahinaut9545 3 года назад

Awesome! !!!

@abidimran.4445 5 лет назад

You deserve a lot more subs

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thanks Aztix!

@zouhairgueddaoui1727 5 лет назад

je ferais le même modèle chez moi, merci pour l'idée, courage pour d'autre projets.

@VinayPatle 5 лет назад

Simple, but best👌👌

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thanks!

@MultiBrili 4 года назад

Nice man

@rubaszarate4902 4 года назад

Excellent!!gracias.

@MadebyMitch 4 года назад

Thank you!

@faizaanshaikh5463 3 года назад

Subscribed from India 😊

@tamphuong4180 5 лет назад

Looks good. Was thinking about buying a long butcher block counter top and do something similar to make a modern looking computer desk

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

That would look really cool. Good luck!

@joeselzer850 3 года назад

i came back here because u did the best table so far. the color is super nice amazing. and your was the most easy to do but i want to find a board that 2 in thick 24 in width and 6 F long as i said before i am making a 52 inch long table stand for a 50 inch tv i will go with the same lags u did if i can find 24 in wide board to avoid joining the 2 pieces of boards together i still do not have pocket tools so will use a angle bar and paint it white to put the lags and use the same finish as u did on the wood

@alecwhitehawk5449 3 года назад

Thats dope

@booby8641 4 года назад

I literally can not accomplish this, but it looks so nice!

@ericliddle7556 4 года назад

That finish looks like it turned out really well. I've found that with pine it can come out blotchy. Do you ever use wood conditioner before stain?

@TheAcedemicAlchemist 6 лет назад

It would be really cool to see how you made the dowel jig! Great video! I didn't even know white stain was a thing! I just reasently found your channel and you have some great projects!

@MadebyMitch 6 лет назад

Thanks Wyatt. Glad to hear that. I'm definitely a fan of white stain. I appreciate the comment.👍🏻

@absw6129 5 лет назад

my fav finish is OSMO hard wax oil. Doesn't look like much, but it will protect your furniture from soda stains, cups being put on top etc... great for those who value a lasting finish more than aesthetics.

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

I will have to give that a try. It is always good have the extra protection. 👍

@linofeijoo6730 4 года назад

Buen video amigo

@martalepage9812 Год назад

Hi Mitch! I love DIY projects. Mostly I repair and refinish old pieces but I want to do more. I would like to have a wood working room. What are my basic essential starter tools?

@saleonardo 4 года назад

I need one simple like this, but with 1,5 mts.

@Arun-cw9hp 3 года назад

👌👌👌👌👌👌👌nice one

@willie9397 5 лет назад

that should last a hundred years well done pal

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thank you Willie! I sure hope it lasts. 👍

@ronskelton8742 2 года назад

My NEW favorite finish is now white

@mariaemilianegron 3 года назад

Very good

@manlor13 5 лет назад

Fantastic

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thanks Enrique!

@EpicMathTime 5 лет назад

Thanks bro!

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

👍👍 Thank you!

@joeselzer850 3 года назад

this is what i need to make. but i do not have the thing to make pocket holes. and do not have a table saw, or a circular saw, i just have a drill, and some hand saws, 4 kinds. i mostly use the key hole saw. i had a jigsaw once but the motor burned up so because i do not have the thing to make pocket holes. i thinking of use small but thick L brakes but this video made me see that the lags need 2 boards width not just the top. also i thinking of adding a back panel to it to help with the support besides the cross bean but i am also considering using pipes for legs but i like this one with wide wood lags but maybe cost more for the wood CA, is expensive. 2 in. x 12 in. x 8 ft. Premium #2 and Better Douglas Fir Lumber