Building a Desk Extension

You can learn about building a desk extension from this article.


Did you know that by adding an office desk extension, it can be an inexpensive way to get more desk surface space compared to purchasing a larger desk? But you may encounter one of the main problems with building an extension for your home office desk; it is the inconsistent look between the original and the extension surfaces. But don’t worry, you can learn about building a desk extension down below.

You need to prepare the things for the making-process, such as wood or plywood the width and thickness of existing desk and the desired length, measuring tape, pencil, drill, drill bit, 1/2-inch thick, 1/2-inch-thick wood dowels, wood glue, 2 desk legs, same height as legs on original desk, installation screws, screwdriver and cloth.

First, you need to place the wooden desk extension panel on the floor. Then you need to decide which end will attach to the original desk. You should make three small marks along this side, spaced evenly apart. Then the marks must be in the middle of the height, meaning the mark is placed 1/2 inch down on a 1-inch-thick desk surface.

Second, you need to drill 1/2-inch holes in the side of the desk where the marks are using the 1/2-inch-wide bit. Later on, you can apply wood glue in the drilled holes. After that, you have to insert wooden dowels in each of the drilled holes by holding them firmly in place for a minute to ensure they connect.

Third, you can hold the extension panel with the dowels up to the side of the original desk that faces the desk extension. You should consider using a level set across both surfaces to be sure they will be even when the extension is attached. By using the pencil to indicate where the three wood dowels on the extension desk hit the original desk's side, you can drill three holes on the original desk in the same manner as on the extension.

Fourth, you can then attach the two desk legs on the extension at the end opposite the dowel joints.

Don’t forget to use installation screws and a hand-held screwdriver. Last, you can apply wood glue in the holes on the original desk and along the side. 

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