Inexpensive Cutting Table
 

I was lucky enough a few weeks ago to find a used desk for sale for $10. The approximate size was 24" deep by 36" wide - just the size of the new cutting mat I bought. It is super sturdy with a slide out shelf where a keyboard would go and storage below that (the other slideout shelf was missing). I then purchased 4 locking casters at Home Depot and installed them on the desk legs so I can move it easily plus I like the extra height they provided - the cutting surface is 32" high. While I would love to have a permanent cutting station, this will do for now. I can store my rulers on the slide out shelf and some of my project boxes underneath. I am tickled with my new cutting table / storage unit for under $20.

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I think that is a wonderful idea - wish I would have thought of it! the storage looks like the best I have seen.

Awesome! I don't even think you'll need a "permanent" one, I think this is great. It's a good size and height and with the wheels you can move it when you need to. Terrific!!

Great recycle! I would call that a success story for sure!

I really like this!

I love re- purposed stuff! This table could only be cooler painted flamingo pink for my studio! Love it!

peace

Great job reusing the desk.

Perfection!!! If it works for you now and when you can expand I bet this can work with that too!

Looks perfect!

It looks like a computer desk that has a much happier life now! Great job. Mind if some of us steal the idea?
Mary