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Build a Beautiful Writing Desk
To mark over our guest room we started with this beautiful writing desk inspired by Pottery Barn. My wife had been on the lookout for the perfect desk to build for our guest room when came across the Sicily console table from Pottery Barn and thought it would be great made into a desk. So there you have it, an $800 Pottery Barn console table turned into one awesome $75 desk! Beat that!

For the full plans, cut list, and printable PDF visit: http://rogueengineer.com/diy-sicily-writing-desk/

Posted by Rogue Engineer • Published 17th January 2016 • See Rogue Engineer's 7 projects »

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Step 1
After cutting the boards according to the cut list (found on rogueengineer.com), assemble the sides using 2-1/2" pocket screws and trace leg template that is provided.
Step 2
Cut the legs out using a jig saw and sand smooth. Then plug the pocket holes and sand smooth.
Step 3
Assemble the top and the shelf using pocket holes and 1-1/4" pocket screws.
Step 4
Use the template provided to trace the sides. Cut the sides with a jig saw and attach sides and back to top using 1-1/4" pocket screws.
Step 5
Attach the legs and dividers to the top using 1-1/4" pocket screws and 1-1/4" wood screws. Use the shelf to space the legs appropriately.
Step 6
Install the shelf using 1-1/4" pocket screws and 1-1/4" wood screws.
Step 7
Finish the desk as desired. We stained with a wheat stain followed by a mineral green. Finally, apply several coats of polyurethane to assure adequate protection.