Since computer monitors aren’t going away, why not make a monitor stand that you’d love to see every time you sit at your table to work?

With the help of supplies you can easily purchase at your neighborhood hardware store, we’ll walk you through the process of making your own custom monitor stand in this article. When compared to purchasing a pre-made stand, not only will this cost less money, but it will also enable you to alter the stand to meet your unique requirements.

The instructions here will help you whether you want to enlarge your desk space, correct your posture, or simply give your workspace some style. So gather your equipment, and let’s get started!

Building Your Own Monitor Stand

Don’t rush into building your monitor stand just yet. Understanding factors that come together to make your stand-building project a success is important.

The Size Of Your Stand

You need to think about how big or long your stand would be. You can often determine the size of the stand from the size of the monitor. The bigger the monitor, the bigger the stand will likely be. Also, think about the weight of the stand.

Where To Keep The Stand

You need to consider the space or location where you will keep your stand. Likely it would be on a table, along with the keyboard of your computer monitor. Also, you might have things like notebooks, files, and telephones on that table. These things help you decide the size of your stand too.

What’s Your Budget?

All other factors depend on your budget. The bigger your budget, the more liberties you can take with size, design, and features. So before choosing the plans featured in this article, consider your budget to avoid getting stuck midway through your project.

DIY Monitor Stand Plans

In this article you have the best picks from around the internet. Videos and articles shared by people like you who love DIY. All plans vary from those that are hard for beginners to intermediate and straightforward ones.

The purpose of DIY monitor stand plans is to help you achieve the same quality of stand you’d buy at a higher price by making it yourself. The benefit is that you get to enjoy being in control of what your stand looks like and add features you’d only wish ready-made stands to have. Go through what’s presented here and enjoy building your own stand.

1. DIY Smart Monitor Stand

Level	Easy
Material	Wood
Cost	$20—$25

Building your own DIY smart monitor stand would be perhaps one of the best favors you can do for your computer and monitor. It can be simple yet classy in look and functionality.

First, you need to have a picture of the stand in your mind. Imagine it. Now make a sketch of it with the specific measurement of the length, width, and other features you want on the stand. Now get your materials which include wood and cutting tools. This minimalist monitor stand features a USB hub on it which is one of the features that make this plan awesome.

Begin by sourcing your lumber, oak would do fine, or pine. Whichever is available to you is fine. Choose your thickness. A thickness of an inch or less is also good for a stand. Note that the thicker the inches the heavier the stand. Weight is crucial when you consider how heavy your monitor is.

Now cut the wood into the size for your stand as is done in this video. Cut the top board and the supports which are shorter. Plane the sides to give it a smooth edge. Check your sketch for the location of the USB hub. Use a drill bit to gorge a narrow but shallow part way for the wire of the USB and the USB too. Be careful as you do this so you don’t take out too much wood.

With a drill bit, put holes for the joints in the edge of the support stands and in the board too. Fix the dowels, apply wood glue, and couple the joints. Then clamp to allow the glue to dry. You can now paint. Apply polyurethane layers.

Materials Needed

• Wood
• USB Hub
• Wires

Tools Needed

• Drill and driver
• Drill bits
• Belt sander
• Japanese pull saw
• India ink
• Pipe clamp
• Compact router
• Dowelling jig
• Starbond glue
• Water based polyurethane
• Satin wood finish

2. Smart Monitor Stand DIY

Level	Intermediate
Material	Wood
Cost	$10—$15

What makes this monitor stand smart is the USB hub. With a chiseling tool, you can make your own. You need lumber for the project. Have your measurements ready, and check out the space or table where you want the stand to be. Cut the lumber to the size or length you intend for the stand, and also cut the supports. Make sure the lengths are equal for the supports to prevent instability of the monitor. You can use the length of your keyboard for the stand too.

Also, the space between the table and the stand should allow the keyboard to slide in. To carve out the space for the USB hub, place the USB hub on the place where it will be and trace the outline with a pencil. With a chisel, make a 1 to 2-mm cut into the wood. Chisel until you have a space for the USB hub. Do this carefully and with some deliberate skill. Create the USB line or wire too with the chisel.

Next, you need to create the wooden joint which serves as a support for the stand. You should trace the outline of the design with a pencil on wood. Use a thin saw to cut out the individual parts of the design. You should take this slow to prevent making mistakes that can cost you your precious wood.

Stick the designs or parts together to see if they fit. Make adjustments carefully if you find you need to. If what you have works for you, use wood glue to put the parts together. Use a clamp to hold the parts together until they are dried and strong. You might find tiny gaps between joints. Make a mixture of wood glue and wood dust to make a paste that you will use to block those holes. The last part of the project is finishing; using wood oil to bring out the natural color of the wood.

Materials Needed

• Wood
• USB hub
• USB extension cable

Tools Used

• Jig saw
• Small saw for precision cutting
• Chisel
• Cordless screwdriver

3. DIY Monitor Stand And Desk Shelf

Level	Intermediate
Material	Wood
Cost	$20—$25

Here you are building not just a stand, but one that has a shelf. The shelves allow you to put stuff that you need while you work at your desk. As always, begin with a concept sketch for the project. This is important as it allows you to have a clear idea in your mind. It’s DIY so you can use scrap wood that you find in the backyard, or you can use wood from old doors that you have kept somewhere. The bottom line is it doesn’t have to look perfect at first.

So the stand will be at the top, and the desk shelves will form levels below that. So first cut out the board for the top. Then cut out the ones for the shelves. Cut any rotten edges off, block any holes. Round the edges off, then sand down the parts that you have cut. Put holes in boards that will serve as the place of attachment for the legs and the top.

Next fix the shelf. And lastly, put the back panel in. Apply a finish of two coats or more to bring out the beauty of the wood.

Materials You Need

• Wood

Tools

• Drill and bits
• Kreg clamps
• Kreg pocket hole jig and screws
• Wood glue
• Japanese pull saw
• Belt sander
• Tack cloth
• Router table

4. How To Build A DIY Monitor Desk Stand

Level	Intermediate
Material	Wood
Cost	$30—$40

In this plan you are building a monitor stand desk with a small shelf in it, just by one of the legs. What you need is wood. You can use golden oak for this. Begin by cutting the sizes out. Be certain that you have the accurate lengths for the parts: the legs, the top board, the small shelf in the middle. To make it easy you can have a drawing that you consult as you work.

You need your wood tops to have rounded corners like the one in the video so use a router to get the sides off to a round edge. The router leaves a rough edge so sand it down. Do this for all the edges of the parts too.

Next, begin to put them together. Use drill bits to bore the holes you need in the legs of the wood. Before screwing the legs to the top board, apply some e wood glue for some more security. You can stain the wood parts before putting it all together since it would be difficult to get to the insides of the shelf.

Materials Needed

• Wood

Tool Needed

• Drill bits
• Belt sander
• Router
• Jig saw

5. DIY Simple Monitor Stand

Level	Intermediate
Material	Wood
Cost	$10—$20

Making a simple monitor stand like the one in this photo is simple. All you need is wood and bracket for the legs. Use a walnut slab if you can. Begin by cutting the slab to your desired length, preferably one that fits or is a little longer than your monitor.

Sand the wood down working from coarse grit 80 to 220. And if you don’t have an orbital sander, do it with your hands. Wipe the dust off and apply Danish oil to all the sides of the wood. Give the oil 6 to 8 hours to soak into the wood. Sand it lightly.

You can give the wood more luster by applying natural clear wax. Measure the spot for the legs on the wood with a pencil. You can place them 1 inch from the edge. Drill four pilot holes for the brackets, screw them in, and attach the legs.

Material Needed

• Walnut wood
• Brackets

Tools Needed

• Orbital sander
• Danish oil
• Natural clear wax
• Drill bits

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6. DIY Monitor Stand

Level	Easy
Material	Wood
Cost	$10—$15

This is a simple idea or plan for a monitor stand that anyone can follow. To get this project on the way you need to measure the height from the table to the stand, the width and depth of the monitor, and the keyboard width.

Design your stand by drawing a sketch. Bring your materials and tools together in your garage or workspace.

Cut the top of the stand out according to the length you want. Also, cut the legs out too. Sand all the parts to a preferred smoothness. Focus on getting good sanding on the legs. Test their stability on the desk. Put holes in the wood, and put dowels in so that you can detach the stand if need be. Be careful when putting holes in the board.

Now begin to assemble the parts. Fix the legs to the top, and test stability again. Apply the finish of your desire.

Materials Needed

• Wood
• Wooden dowels
• LED strip

Tools Needed

• Table saw
• Sander
• Sanding paper
• Drill
• Tape measure

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7. DIY Cardboard Monitor Stand

Level	Easy
Material	Cardboard
Cost	$1—$5

Did you know you can make a monitor stand out of cardboard? This plan outlines how you can make use of that cardboard lying around your apartment.

To do this, get a cardboard box, and open it without tearing it apart. Just open slowly along the glued edges or sides. Cut along the fold lines. Have two long strips, two short ones, and one panel.

Cut two lines in the middle to allow you to make a fold. Cut another line on the sides of the strip an inch from the edge. Cut the edges of the short strips too.

Slide the cut strips into each other as you can see in the pictures.

Materials Needed

• The lid of a Cardboard

Tools Needed

• Knife or scissors
• A pen or marker
• Marker

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8. DIY Smart Monitor Stand

Level	Easy
Material	Wood
Cost	$10-$20

This build doesn’t require special and expensive tools to get it done. It is a smart monitor stand that allows you to store your keyboard under it after use. It integrates a USB 3 hub which is what makes it smart. First, get a wooden board. Saw it to the length you want or according to the size of your keyboard. Don’t make it a snug fit. Let there be some room for your fingers on both sides of the space.

After cutting the wood to size, lay the USB on the spot where you want it to be. Use a pencil to trace the form on the board. Using a chisel, begin to cut out that space. Begin slowly from the outer edge and work your way into the middle. Go deep enough for the space to swallow the whole USB hub. Cut a thin sheet of aluminum to cover the USB hub. Use a thin saw to cut out the joints. If you notice any rough places or holes they can be covered with a mix of wood dust and glue later.

Materials Needed

• Wooden board
• USB 3 Hub
• USB hub extension cable
• Thin aluminum plate

Tools Needed

• Hand saw
• Jig saw
• Chisel
• Cordless screwdriver

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9. How To Build A Monitor Stand For Less Than $50

Level	Intermediate
Material	Wood
Cost	$30—$50

Already made monitor stands can sell for as much as $200 or more. The price climbs when you add shipping costs. Did you know you can build your own monitor stand for less than $50?  In this plan, you’ll find a plan that helps you build your own monitor stand.

You need walnut wood for the project. First, you cut the wood for the top after you have previously measured out the dimensions and length against your monitor and keyboard. Also, cut the legs for the stand and an extra board for the shelf. The board for the shelf would be smaller in length because it will be situated under the main board, between the first and second legs.

Next, you need to sand down the boards and legs. If you have a sander, better. But if not, use sandpaper. After cleaning the wood dust off, spray paint the wood. Here’s where you can vary what you do. You can spray paint or apply a finish of your choice.

What follows is, you add the brackets for the legs of the stand. Use screws to do this. Note that it is important for your measurements to be accurate to avoid an unstable stand that wobbles.

Materials Needed

• Walnut wood
• Brackets
• Walnut varnish
• Black spray paint
• 5 angle brackets
• Felt
• Thin wireless charger

Tools Needed

• Saw
• Sandpaper
• Spray can

10. DIY Cheap Wood Monitor Stand

Level	Easy
Material	Wood
Cost	$20—$30

You really need to try building this cheap wood monitor stand if you haven’t. It is easy to build. You just need to get tired of the clutter on your present desk and the lack of space for anything else other than your keyboard and PC.

What you need for this build is wood from the hardware section of your local DIY shop. Then a cutting and sanding tool for the finishing.

First, measure the size of your present table because this is where you’ll be placing the stand once it’s done. Also, measure the size of your keyboard and monitor to the side they will fit in and on it. By now you have purchased the materials you need and you have tools to use.

Cut the top board for the stand out of the wood. Also, cut the legs of the stand. At this point, you are using measurements that fit your own desk and needs. In this video the measurement is 47.2×7×11.8×0.7 and a height of 3.9 inches. Yours may be higher than this.

Sand the wood parts, and make sure the legs have squared angles. Cut the angle moldings too. Now stain the wood, everything; the boards, legs, and angle moldings. Wait for the stains to dry and then begin to assemble the parts. Use hot glue to assemble the angle moldings in. Use hot glue to fix the legs too, adding angle moldings to the base for support. Be a little generous with the hot glue. Give it time to dry before you place your monitor on it.

Materials Needed

• Wood
• Glue
• Wood finish

Tools Needed

• Jig saw
• Sander
• Foam brush for finish

11. DIY Walnut Monitor Stand

Level	Intermediate
Material	Wood
Cost	$20—$30

Building a walnut monitor stand is something anyone can do. Visit your local hardware store for wood and finish products. In this plan, you are building the stand to look like a small rectangular box without the front and back panels. You need only the legs which form the panels on the two sides as shown in this video.

At the end of the project, you should be able to fit your keyboard on the shelf and put your monitor on top of the board. So cut the wood into your desired length, as well as the sides and the bottom board. Sand them properly. Use wood glue to put the parts together. Use a clamp to hold them together to allow the glue to dry.

As in this video, you need to cut thin grooves in the edges of the board and the sides. Then cut the pieces of splines that would be sliding into the thin grooves. Now sand the spot where you just added the pieces to the slides. Add a final finish.

Materials Needed

• Walnut wood
• Wood glue
• Wood finish

Tools Needed

• Table saw
• Sander

12. DIY IKEA Desktop Monitor Stand

Level	Easy
Material	Wood
Cost	$40—$50

Make your own IKEA desktop monitor stand today with this plan here. All monitors come with basic plans that include a top for the monitor and the legs. In this case, you are using an IKEA Ekby Jarpen 119×28cm board. Use this if it fits your desk. Also, you’d be using IKEA Capita 8 cm legs.

Start your project by placing the IKEA legs on the board, in the specific spots where you want them to be. Mark the holes for the screws with a pencil. Now screw the legs in place with a screwdriver. Now you have your own DIY monitor stand.

Materials Needed

• IKEA Ekby Jarpen 119×28 cm
• IKEA Capita 8 cm (the legs)

Tools Needed

• Bosch 18V Screwdriver

13. DIY Dual Screen Monitor Stand

Level	Intermediate
Material	PVC, wood
Cost	$5—$10

How about a dual-screen monitor stand for your next project? This plan should interest you if you are a trader or freelancer who needs to be on top of your game. This stand provides space for multiple monitors.

Here you are using PVC pipes to make the stands. Cut the pipes into the following lengths: 2×10, 2×4, and 4×1.5 inches. Using T-joints, fix the pipes as seen in the photo attached. You may screw them if you wish. Now fix the PVC unit on a 14 inches baton with metal clamps using crews. On the other side, fix the screws that hold the monitor.

To allow for adjustments of the monitor, use a microtome to hold it. When you’re done, mount the monitors on the PVC arms. Now you have your own stand that allows your desk to be clutter-free. The benefit of this plan is, it takes the monitor off the desk giving you plenty of more space.

Materials Needed

• Micro screws
• Microtome
• Bolt and nut
• Elbow joints
• T-joints
• Metal clamps
• Metal support
• End caps
• Wood batten

Tools Needed

• Screwdriver
• Handsaw

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14. DIY Monitor Stand

Level	Easy
Material	Wood
Cost	$10—$15

Now you may not have a small desk, but you may want to free up space. Having a monitor stand is the best way to achieve this. The monitor stand in this plan has ample space under it for your laptop and keyboard. If you love this plan and would love to adopt it for your own stand this is how to do it.

Get a six-foot pine from your local store, and determine how long you want the stand to be. Cut the excess off with a saw if you need to. Some lumber comes in predetermined lengths which is good since you’d be able to use the extra for other projects. Sand the wood, especially the edges to make it smooth.

You can use 220-grit sandpaper for this purpose. Clean off the wood dust and stain it. Staining your wood properly makes it easy to clean and maintain the stand. Sand lightly between each coat of polyurethane that you apply after staining.

To finish the project, add the stubborn legs. Use liquid nails to attach them under the board. But if you are unable to get IKEA legs, cut a 2×2 pine and use it instead. You can spray-paint this or leave it plain.

Materials Needed

• Pine (10×20 inch)
• English chestnut stain
• Minwax semi gloss polyurethane
• Liquid nails
• Ikea Stubbarp peg legs

Tools Needed

• Hand saw
• 220 Grit sandpaper
• Tack cloth

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15. DIY Vented Monitor Stand

Level	Intermediate
Material	Wood
Cost	$10—$15

You too can make this vented monitor stand for yourself. It allows you to store your game console under it. You first have to cut up your lumber into the pieces for the top vent. Have a specific measurement and stick to it for each slat. Perhaps decide how many slats you need in the stand.

To make this easy, have a drawing of it as is done in this picture here. Also, cut the wood for all the sides. Begin from the middle when attaching the slats and work your way out to both ends. You attach the slats with wood glue.

The legs come last. You can use 1-inch dowels or 2 by 2 legs. Use wood glue or 2-inch wood screws to attach the legs. Lastly, sand the stand to a smooth surface. Stain it with your favorite finish.

Materials Needed

• Wood (1×2×6)
• Square dowels
• Pocket holes screws
• Wood glue

Tools Needed

• Miter saw
• Pocket hole jig
• Drill and drill bits
• Measuring tape
• Sander

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16. DIY Computer Monitor Stand

Level	Easy
Material	Wood
Cost	$5—$10

How about making a monitor stand using scrap wood, recycled chair spindles, or furniture legs? Just look around your house and you might find some scrap wood. The chair spindles may already have a smooth and nice profile that makes it ideal for a monitor stand leg.

Cut the spindle in half with a miter saw, then cut those into ¾-inch lengths. Make the center of the top of each spindle with a pencil. Trace out the spindle on each corner of the board with a pencil. Drill a pilot hole on the top of the stand.

Use the countersink of the drill bit to put a hole in the stand. Drill down to the center mark of the legs below and line up the screw into it. Fill the holes on the top of the stand with wood filler. Once the wood filler is dry, sand the wood. The finishing is up to you: you can paint with your favorite color or stain the wood.

Materials Needed

• Scrap wood
• Recycled chair spindles
• Furniture legs
• White chalk paint

Tools Needed

• Drill bits
• Counter drill bits
• Tape measure

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17. $20 DIY Monitor Stand

Level	Easy
Material	Wood
Cost	$20—$25

To build this stand you need pine wood. You need to measure your own board and determine what works for you. You don’t have to use the measurements here. Once you have your measurements, gather your tools.

Now cut two boards to size, one for the top and the other for the lower deck of the stand where you’d keep your laptop or keyboard. For the side panels, cut the wood to be at least half an inch longer so that it constitutes the legs of the stand.

When you have done this it’s time to use your drill bit to put holes in the board for the legs, and the board that partitions the middle of the shelf. Use wood glue to attach the parts and then screw them up. You need a metal mesh to cover the back of the stand. Sand the stand properly and then stain it with your favorite stain.

Materials Needed

• Wood
• Wood glue
• Cabinet screws
• Gutter mesh guard

Tools Needed

• 80 Grit sandpaper
• 100 Grit sandpaper
• Drill
• Hammer
• Drill bit assortment
• Tape measure
• Drill driver

18. How To Make A Monitor Stand

Level	Hard
Material	Wood
Cost	$20—$30

In this plan you are using poplar wood to make a monitor stand. Using a technique called kerc cutting, the wood is cut in shallow bits along the surface. Then the wood is put on top of steamed water to make the wood soft for you to fold it on itself.

This technique works popular because it is a lot softer than pine. Use a clamp to hold the curve in place and leave it. Next cut the panels for the sides of the stand. Attach these plywood panels with wood glue and clamp. Sand down on the edges to get the excess off. As you do this you also smoothen the wood. Now cut off the extras from the curved legs. Stain the wood with your favorite stain.

Materials Needed

• Poplar wood
• Plywood

Tools Needed

• Irwin clamps
• Makita router
• Parallel clamp
• Kerf cutting calculator
• Precision square

19. DIY Wooden Monitor Stand

Level	Hard
Material	Wood
Cost	$10—$20

This is one of the most sophisticated monitors stand plans on this list. It is done entirely using wood. Cut the following out of your lumber: the board for the top of the stand blocks four short 2 by 4s and four long ones.

Their lengths can be whatever you want according to your needs. Put the blocks together, and cut a narrow line on the edges. Do this for the blocks. Each one will be the legs of the stand. Attach the blocks to the main board. Sand everything down. You can either stain it or leave it as it is.

Materials Needed

• Wood
• Wood glue

Tools Needed

• Table saw
• Hand saw
• Clamps
• Sander
• Sandpaper

20. DIY Monitor Stand From Wood

Level	Intermediate
Material	Wood
Cost	$10—$15

Before beginning this build, begin by drawing a plan. It should include the measurements of the parts. Begin by cutting the wood with a table saw.

For this build, you have to watch the video to get the details. But the bottom line for this build is to have a top board and the sides and back. After putting the parts together, drill a hole in the back and sand the stand. Remember to clamp the stand after applying wood glue. Stain the stand after this.

Materials Needed

• Wood
• Staining oil

Tools Needed

• Table saw
• Sander
• Measuring tape

21. DIY Space-Saving Monitor Stand

Level	Intermediate
Material	Acrylic sheets
Cost	$20—$30

This plan is of a monitor made out of sheets of acrylic. In this case, a 16 by 16 sheet of ⅛ inches of acrylic. You need to have an idea of how the stand will look by making a sketch of it on paper complete with the dimensions. You can design the stand in Inventor and convert it to a 2D drawing. You may also cut designs into your stand to make it unique.

In this case, the stand is 11 inches deep, 17 inches long, and 12 inches high. You need a laser cutter to cut the acrylic using a vector cut type, the power should be at 90, the speed at 20, and the frequency turned up to 5000. Once it is cut, clean the acrylic, especially the edges to prevent difficulty when bonding.

Now fit the legs together with the pieces. Clamp the pieces to a right angle. Use acrylic cement to glue them together. Use a syringe to apply the cement along the length of the seam. Glue the support too. Slip extra pieces of acrylic under the opposite ends of the stand to avoid wobbling. Glue the top of the stand. Lastly, attach the table hooks.

Materials needed

• Acrylic sheets
• Acrylic cement
• Cable hooks

Tools Needed

• Measuring tape
• Table clamps
• Laser cutter
• Work bench

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22. DIY Mucem Monitor Stand

Level	Hard
Material	Jesmonite
Cost	$20—$30

This is a somewhat specialized monitor stand made from mucem. The ingredients for making this are jesmonite. It comes in powder form and is mixed with water to form a solid.

Therefore, begin by identifying the end points along each edge. For this, they created identical left and right sides that are symmetrical at the center. Next, repeat the process for the top and bottom.

It should be noted that the top/bottom edges of a cube must also share the same pattern as one-half of the long edge for the corner to be tiled. At this point, save it after defining the endpoints that satisfy the conditions for the tile’s size and symmetry.

From this template, you may now produce one or more tiles. Draw lines connecting each of the endpoints in whatever pattern feels best. The freehand drawing tool is included in programs like Inkscape.

You may also print your design, adhere it to the material, and then cut or carve it using any tools you have. Therefore, a scroll saw might be used to cut the little holes, though it would take a lot of time to complete them all. To cut out the majority of the holes, you may probably hand-wield a tool like a Dremel. or you might merely use chisels to carve them out.

Eventually, you’d have something like the one in the photo. You can add your finish on the surface before using it as a monitor stand.

Materials Needed

• Silicone mould making
• Jesmonite
• Angle iron
• flat bar stock

Tools Needed

• CNC / scroll saw / drill + files (you could make the master in various ways)
• Welder
• Grinder
• Metal cutting saw (I used an evolution rage chop saw)

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23. DIY Desk Monitor Stand With Shelf

Level	Intermediate
Material	Plywood, wood
Cost	$20—$25

The most important aspect of your workplace monitor stand is choosing the appropriate height for you.

For this project, it is key to have the best tools for cutting wood. A saw is best for cutting the edges on the wood to give you the rounded edge that gives the stand its beauty. Once you have the board, cut the legs too and the smaller board for the shelf below.

Sand everything down. Begin to assemble the parts using angle brackets for the joints and screws to keep everything together. Glue first, and nails later can also be used. Just make sure to hammer the nails in properly. After attaching the last panel, paint the stand.

Materials Needed

• Plywood
• Wood glue
• Angle brackets
• Paint or oil

Tools Needed

• Screwdriver
• Saw
• Tape measure
• Carpenters square
• Work table
• Sandpaper
• Router

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24. DIY Laptop Or Monitor Stand

Level	Hard
Material	Wood
Cost	$10—$20

This plan elevates your monitor and provides room for your pens, notebooks, keyboard, and mouse. You need wood for this project. Cut the wood according to the suitable measurements for you. Sand the various parts. Note that the small compartments for pens need wood that’s not as thick as the rest of the parts. Once the parts are cut out, use glue to put them together. Put the parts together in sections. Use a clamp to hold the parts until the glue dries. Apply stains on the wood.

Materials Needed

• Wood
• Staining oil

Tools Needed

• Table workbench
• Countersunk screws
• Sander
• Clamps
• Table saw

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25. DIY Simple Monitor Stand

Level	Intermediate
Material	Wood
Cost	$7—$10

Here is a simple monitor stand anyone can build even if you have no experience with DIY earlier. Measure your wood, and cut them up. Plain them until they’re all flat. You have legs that are short for your keyboard to go under the stand. Cut one side of the legs at a beveled angle. Use wood glue to attach them to the board. Wait for this part to dry. Cut a thinner board for the shelf in the middle. Plain it too. Use wood glue to attach it as seen in the video. Stain with two coats. Allow it to dry for a day. Use fine-grit sandpaper and soapy water to sand it lightly.

Materials Needed

• Wood
• Wood glue
• Stain oil

Tools Needed

• Table saw
• Sander
• Measuring tape
• Pencil
• Planing machine

Conclusion

If you’re looking for a creative way to display your monitors, any of these DIY Monitor Stands are a great option. Pick one that fits your design motif and get going on making it yourself instead of paying an arm and a leg for it.