Use an Old Door for a Desk!


  For this particular project I took a door that was originally from the main door in our house and turned it into a desk for my home office. I now have plenty of space to create, work; I even made the desk fun for my children by adding mini chalkboards within the desk itself.

What you need:

  • (3) cans of Dual Krylon Spray Paint (color of your choice!)
  • (1) can of Krylon Chalkboard Paint Door
  • (4) Shelves (to be used as legs for desk)
  • Painter's Tape
  • Wet Rag

How and How Long:

  1. Clean your door to rid it of any dirt, if needed softly sand down the door prior to painting.
  2. Tape off any hardware that you would like to keep on your door.
  3. Spray paint your door, using short back and forth strokes. Allow to dry completely before adding second coat of paint. (Optional: Tape off sections of door to allow a few of the panels to become chalkboards. Spray panels you desire with chalkboard paint; use 2-3 coats).
  4. Spray paint your shelves or table legs. Again allowing enough dry time between coats. About 2 coats of paint on all pieces should be plenty. (Optional: Find some old chairs and paint them too for a whole new look in your home office)!
  5. Once table and legs are completely dry and aired out, bring to the location you want to set up your new door/desk, place your table legs where you would like them, and simply set the door on top!
  6. Completing this simple and fun project will leave you feeling empowered and ready to start working at your beautiful upcycled desk! See more on the blog http://thepinkhammerblog.com/2012/11/01/doordesk/

Approximate project time: 5 hours.

What it Costs:

Cost is $30.