Hello readers! I’m over at Simpon Strong Tie’s blog today sharing my industrial workbench inspired desk. I built this desk using their Workbench or Shelving Hardware Kit and basic off the shelf lumber. It’s got plenty of workspace, open shelves for storage and it’s solid as a rock.
A DIY tutorial to build a workbench inspired desk. Use Simpson Strong-Tie connectors and fasteners to build a solid wood desk with shelving.
Simpson Strong-Tie makes an awesome hardware kit that has everything you need to build a basic workbench or shelving, I used one kit plus additional connectors and fasteners to complete this desk. If you’re looking for more DIY project ideas using Simpson Strong-Tie hardware visit their blog here, they’ve got lots of building projects:
- planter
- chicken coop
- tables
- outdoor structures
- shelving
- desks and more!
Click here for a free printable version of the plans complete with step by step instructions, materials and cut lists. You’ll have a grand workspace that you’ll never want to leave!
I love the contrast of the metal hardware against the warm wood, wouldn’t this be fun in a office setting with lots of different configurations?! You can easily modify this to fit your space and make it custom.
And if you’re curious about the stool click here for plans.
Disclaimer: I have partnered with Simpson Strong Tie to bring you this desk. I was provided materials and/or compensation to create and construct this desk. All opinions and thoughts are my own.
Our Pinteresting Family says
June 2, 2015 at 11:53 AMLooks fantastic. So functional too.
Cassie @ Primitive & Proper says
June 2, 2015 at 12:10 PMlove this! the industrial look is so great, and it looks so stylish and useful!
Kim @ NewlyWoodwards says
June 3, 2015 at 2:06 AMOh my gosh, I love this so much. What a great desk!
Jen Woodhouse says
June 3, 2015 at 4:18 AMSo beautiful! LOVE that massive workspace!
Mike D'Aquilante says
December 30, 2015 at 5:47 PMlooks great! is there a single document download available?
shawn stone says
January 8, 2017 at 11:32 PMIN the instructions it says you used RTR connectors to attach the plywood on top. Did you mean to write A21 connectors. If so what size screws did you use to attach the top of the desk.
Mag says
January 19, 2019 at 4:29 PMDid you ever get an answer for this? I was just looking at the plans and noticed the same thing. Help please!
Jaime says
January 20, 2019 at 1:01 PMThanks for flagging this, yes Shawn is correct it should be A21 connectors to attach the top.
Jaime says
January 20, 2019 at 12:59 PMThank you Shawn yes the plywood top is attached using A21 connectors and I used #8 – 1/2″ screws.