Make a Riser For Your Computer Monitors

In the final step of these free woodworking plans, we'll attach the top and the drawer fronts, sand and finish the unit, and finally attach the drawer handles.

Begin by turning the carcase upside down. With changes in the environment, the table top may expand or shrink across the grain, so we'll want to attach it in a manner that allows for movement. Reach through the open sections of the bottom frame and drill an elongated hole for a 1" screw in each of the four corners. The hole should be elongated so that the top can move if expansion occurs across the grain.

Move the carcase out of the way and place the table top on the work surface, face down. Put the carcase on the table top and align it so that the reveal on all four sides is equal. Attach the table top with a 1" screw through each of the four elongated holes.

Next, to attach the drawer fronts to the drawers, turn the carcase over, put the drawers into the unit and place the fronts in position. Then reach underneath the carcase and slide the drawer out (through the opening in the bottom frame) while holding the front in place. Clamp the front to the drawer assembly and then attach it permanently with two 1" screws.

At this point, the woodworking is complete. You'll want to sand the entire unit thoroughly, using progressively finer grits of sandpaper. As always, complete the sanding with a hand sanding for a perfect finish.

Remove all sawdust with a shop vacuum followed by tack cloth or a clean cloth with denatured alcohol.

If using Maple or another "soft" hardwood, be sure to use a pre-stain wood conditioner before staining the piece. Use a wood filler to fill the nail holes as well.

Apply the stain of your choice, and follow it up with a few coats of polyurethane to protect the finish.

Finally, attach the drawer handles to the drawer fronts and put this piece to good use.