Create a Small Space Workstation

Re-invent an unused nook or niche as a handy workstation in a few simple steps.

By Brian Patrick Flynn, Decor Demon
Filed under: Home Offices, Living Rooms, How To

Materials Needed:

tape measure
pencil
spirit level
drill
drywall screws
1x12 pine wood planks
1x2 MDF trim
sheet of stain-grade plywood
table saw
orbital sander
medium-grit sandpaper

2" paddle bit
caulk
caulk gun
touch up paint in existing wall color
quart of latex primer
quart of semi-gloss enamel paint
quart of polyurethane
wood filler
putty knife
mini roller
2" paint brush

Mark Walls

Use tape measure to determine proper height and depth for floating shelves and desktop. Mark height and depth with pencil. Hold spirit level up to pencil marks, and draw straight lines for installation.

Cut, Trim, Pine and Plywood

Mark each 1x12 pine wood plank, 1x2 piece of MDF trim and sheet of plywood to size with same dimensions penciled on wall. Cut to size with table saw. Use orbital sander and medium-grit paper to smooth rough edges and tops.

Attach Support Trim to Wall

Place 2-inch side of MDF trim flush to wall, top even with penciled line. Drill several drywall screws 6 inches apart through MDF trim and into wall. Tip: Shelves and desktop will require three strips of MDF each: one on back wall and two on adjoining walls.