i want to build a large custom desk to put to 2 large flat screen monitors on. what's the best type of wood for the top, desk part? I've looked at several sheets at home depot and don't know what to use. i plan on using some 2 x 4's to build the support legs. i of course know to have most of the supports in the area where the monitros will be sitting.
2007-09-01 10:06:30 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
birch or oak plywood would look ok...get some edge banding to make it look better
2007-09-02 01:02:00 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you want a lot of support and the desk is going to be large, then I wouldnt suggest plywood. I would use 1x4's or 1x whatever and join them together. Use either oak or cherry or some sort of hard wood. Pine will work and it is less expensive, but make sure you seal it really well.
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2016-03-17 21:52:28 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
3/4 inch plywood, at least 4 ply, sanded on one side,
not cdx,
2007-09-01 11:20:32 · answer #7 · answered by William B 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋