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Two standard finger-jointed timber panels are the perfect size for this home office project. You’ll need a jigsaw to execute the curved corner cuts, but the laminate finish is lovely and simple – it just needs a light sand and wipe-on wax.
Safety tip: Always wear the appropriate safety equipment (safety glasses, ear muffs and a mask, for example) and always follow the instructions for the product or equipment.
On the back of a timber panel, mark 300mm in from both the sides and the ends. Tap in a nail. Attach string to a pencil, then wrap the string around the nail and mark the curves from edge to edge. Cut the curves with a jigsaw.
On the other panel, cut two 750mm legs using a circular saw with straightedge. Mark 250mm down from the top and 300mm in from the sides. Tap in the nail with pencil and string. Mark the curves from edge to edge (top section is flat). Cut with a jigsaw.
Round over all the edges, except the top and base of the legs – using a sander with 60-grit disc. Change the disc to 120-grit to smooth again, then 180-grit. Wipe away the dust with a damp cloth and position the top face down on a drop sheet.
On the outside of the legs, secure two 20mm brackets against the flat section with 25mm screws. On the inside, secure the 50mm brackets slightly offset. Centre a 1200mm pine rail, with the legs against it. Ensure the overhang is even and mark around them.
Apply timber adhesive along the top of a leg. Reposition and secure the leg using brackets. Apply adhesive along a 19mm side of the centre rail. Position it against the leg and secure it from the outside with two 50mm screws. Secure the remaining leg to the top and the rail.
Evenly space four 20mm brackets along each side of the centre rail. Leave them slightly offset, and secure through the holes with 25mm screws. Apply two coats of hard wax oil to the entire desk with a clean cloth, leaving to dry after each coat. Place the desk in position.
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Photo Credit: Geneva Vanderzeil/CollectiveGen
Asbestos, lead-based paints and copper chromium arsenic (CCA) treated timber are health hazards you need to look out for when renovating older homes. These substances can easily be disturbed when renovating and exposure to them can cause a range of life-threatening diseases and conditions including cancer. For information on the dangers of asbestos, lead-based paint and CCA treated timber and tips for dealing with these materials contact your local council's Environmental Health Officer or visit our Health & Safety page.
When following our advice in our D.I.Y. videos, make sure you use all equipment, including PPE, safely by following the manufacturer’s instructions. Check that the equipment is suitable for the task and that PPE fits properly. If you are unsure, hire an expert to do the job or talk to a Bunnings Team Member.
