Leaning Wall Ladder Desk
DIY leaning wall ladder desk - how to build your own leaning ladder desk out of all 1x boards. Easy tutorial.
Dimensions
Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.
What you need
- 1 - 1x8 @ 8 feet long
- 1 - 1x6 @ 31" long
- 4 - 1x3 @ 8 feet long
Shopping list for DESK ONLY
- SHELVES
- 1 - 1x6 @ 31"
- 3 - 1x8 @ 31"
- 3 - 1x3 @ 31"
- 2 - 1x3 @ 6-1/4"
- 2 - 1x3 @ 8"
- 2 - 1x3 @ 15-1/4"
- FRAME
- 2 - 1x3 @ 76-1/4" - both ends cut at 5 degrees, parallel, long point to short point measurement
- 2 - 1x3 @ 32-1/2"
- measuring tape
- square
- pencil
- safety glasses
- hearing protection
- kreg-jig
- drill
- compound miter saw
- nailer
- sander
Step by step
Step 1
Build all of the shelves first, attach backs, then sides. Use 1-1/4" nails or staples and wood glue.
Step 2
Cut the top corner of the legs off, leaving a 2-1/2" space that is square to the top of the legs.
Step 3
Attach back support to top of legs, matching square cut from step 2.
Step 4
Lean the project up against the wall in its final postion. Place remaining 1x3, level with the floor (will NOT be square to legs) and screw in place.
Step 5
Finishing
Sand all surfaces, starting with a medium grit and finishing with fine. Wipe off the dust, fill any holes or gaps with wood filler, and sand smooth once dry. Apply primer if you're painting, then finish with your choice of paint or stain and seal with a durable clear topcoat. For outdoor projects, use exterior-rated primer, paint or stain, and sealer so the piece stands up to the weather.
