Computer Monitor Riser with dovetailed drawersErgonomics are changing the way that companies are setting up their offices today. One issue that a number of very tall people face when they are seated at their desks is they have to look downward at their monitor. I can't count the number of times I've seen people use strong cardboard boxes, computer manuals and even telephone books under the base of their monitor to raise it up to eye level.
In this set of free woodworking plans, we've got a much better solution. We've built a beautiful hardwood computer monitor riser that sits under one or two monitors to raise them up over five inches! Additionally, the unit includes two very useful dovetailed drawers that are large enough to hold magazines or papers. You could even use it to raise a television a few inches higher in your living room or bedroom.
To complete these computer monitor riser plans, we used maple for the visible parts of the unit with poplar for the carcase and drawers. However, oak or another desirable hardwood would work well for the exterior, as would pine for the interior parts.
This woodworking project will really show off your skills as a craftsman, and is one you'll be proud to display for years and years.
Difficulty Level
Woodworking: ModerateFinishing: Stain and Polyurethane
Time to Complete
12-15 Hours
Recommended Tools
Miter Saw or Circular SawTable Saw or Radial Arm Saw with Dado SetCordless or Corded Power Drill Plate JoinerRouter with 3/4" Roundover BitDovetail Jig & Router Bits
Materials Needed 15' of 1x6 - Maple or Oak7' of 1x4 - Maple or Oak24' of 1x4 - Poplar or Pine2 square feet of 1/4" plywood2 Drawer HandlesTape MeasurePencilWoodworker's Glue1-inch wood screws1-5/8-inch wood screwsFinish nailsStain of color of choicePolyurethaneSandpaper
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