DIY laptop table

In order to create a table for a laptop with your own hands, you will not need any special skills and extensive experience. The design can be performed according to the simplest drawing, which even a novice in a similar field is capable of creating. You can find such product options that will only be understood by professional craftsmen, but we are not interested in such methods, because they require large investments. If you do not want to invest in what you can do with your own hands, then you can try to sharpen your mastery skills.

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Table making

The main and main part for any design is its drawing. You can draw it yourself, find it on some portal in the world network or even order it from some talented friend. Here the choice is yours. In addition to the drawing itself, the following things will come in handy:

• The most common plywood sheet is about 15 mm thick.
• Special hinges for folding.
• Glue.
• Putty.
• Self-tapping screws.
• Hacksaw for wood.
• Brushes.
• Sandpaper.

Nobody forbids you to independently make changes to the presented list. If you suddenly decide to create table legs from a metal material or add functionality, then this is in no way forbidden. But for beginners, it's best to start with simple things. And when experience comes, you will be able to build more complex structures.

As we have already mentioned, in order to make a table for a laptop with your own hands, you should find or write a drawing.

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Drawing

Well, after getting acquainted with the basic information, you can proceed to the main “ingredient” - the drawing. We suggest you take a look at a few key features that you will have to pay attention to during development:

• The countertop usually has a size of 30x60 cm. But, as we have already said, the sizes can be selected and somewhat different. For example, if you want to complement the design with armrests - the countertop will need more.
• Legs. This element is best performed in the form of the English letter Z. Some users prefer a direct type of support, but the most convenient and comfortable option is a folding invention.
• Cup holder. The stand can be easily cut straight into the worktop of your product so that you always have a cup of invigorating coffee at hand.
• Armrests. We already talked about them in passing. These devices will help to achieve greater comfort during operation of the laptop.

To make a laptop table in the bed with your own hands, you need to specifically determine the desired option.

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The most popular types of tables

We recommend you to familiarize yourself with the most used and interesting variations before assembly, which will allow you to comfortably use your laptop.

In order to appreciate all the nuances of each product, you should familiarize yourself with the options in more detail.

Classic solid table

For the manufacture of a monolithic design, a beech shield and other wood material for the countertop are suitable. In this case, there is one advice for all options used - the countertop should have a thickness of at least 2 cm.

You should also remember that you will use four legs, the fixation of which occurs in the lower part of the countertop at its corners. Self-tapping screws are suitable for fixing.

Important! This table option is suitable not only for a laptop, but also for reading, and even for morning breakfasts.

Folding design

Here you will need not only a countertop, but also 2 or 4 folding supports. The legs can be small or wide, which allows you to use 2-4 legs respectively.

Important! Many people prefer to make two parts movable and the rest stationary. This is an extremely convenient option for those users who like to spend their holidays in the lotus position using a laptop in their bed.

Mobile structure with a special cutout for drinks

Not much different from the previous version, if you do not take into account the hole-cup holder. Otherwise, everything is the same - countertop, supports, corners and screws.

DIY laptop folding table transformer

In this drawing, there will be armrests, a cup holder and folding legs. The tabletop will have to take a few more, as well as make cuts for the user's hands. It is best to make cuts in the form of a boomerang, which allows you not to keep your hands on the weight, poking at the buttons of a computer device.

Important! Need a cup holder or not - it's up to you. This variation is most popular because of its wide functionality.

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Tips from the Masters

When working, it is recommended to be guided by the advice of experienced users. This information will help to give the product a beautiful appearance, reliability and durability:

• Work all edges of the parts after cutting out. If you neglect this, they very quickly lose their original appearance, and you pick up a splinter and other undesirable things.
• When using wood, it is best to resort to using colorless varnish. Apply it in 2-3 layers, and your design will sparkle beautifully, showing you the original shine.

Important! Also, these measures will help get rid of all sorts of destructive effects of moisture and temperature.

• You can use a special plate made of wood instead of a cup holder. Just put it on the glue. Such measures will save you from unnecessary holes in the material, and they, in turn, adversely affect durability and strength.
• For decoration, the most ordinary paints are suitable. With their help, you can apply any pattern, and then cover it with a layer of varnish. Varnish will help maintain the longevity of the decoration.
• Well, the youth version of the decoration is vinyl stickers on the structure. Stickers can also be varnished so that they do not fall off and do not fade.

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Stock footage

When creating a table for a laptop with your own hands, no one forbids you to use your imagination. You can invent your own version of the product and decorate it with your own invented method. Expand your capabilities and try yourself in a new one. If you wish, you will always succeed.