Sometimes you don’t have to go crazy on renovations to transform different spaces in your house. Carpentry projects are great for that. They are usually inexpensive, and they add a lot of style and substance to any room, given you have the right plan.
Below are 10 different carpentry projects you can pick from to add that extra bit of something to your house. We have projects that are big, small, for beginners and professionals — explore and get inspired!
And remember, if you want any of these projects but don’t the tools or the know-how, you can always ask a pro!
1. Coat Rack
About this project:
- Level of difficulty: Beginner
- Average cost: ~$20
- Hours of work: 2-3 hours
This wall coat rack takes up pretty much no space in your room and adds a practical touch to the entryway.
The best part is that if you have some experience with carpentry, you can make it yourself in an hour — all you need are the right tools and materials. Get all the details you need here!
2. Sofa Sleeve Cup Holder
About this project:
- Level of difficulty: Intermediate
- Average cost: $20-50
- Hours of work: 4-5 hours
It almost sounds too simple when you think about — nail three planks of wood together, make a hole in it, and there you have it. A fully functional, slick-looking cup holder.
Of course, in practice, it’s a little more elegant than that. Check out the tutorial and see for yourself!
3. Rustic Coffee Table
About this project:
- Level of difficulty: Intermediate
- Average cost: $80
- Hours of work: 4-6 hours
Nothing like a rustic coffee table to really bring that living room together. The best thing about making these carpentry projects is that it will be unique — no one will have one exactly like yours, especially if you decide to experiment with the finishing.
Shelly from 100things2do made this table for about only $80!
4. Industrial Table
About this project:
- Level of difficulty: Advanced
- Average cost: ~$150-200
- Hours of work: 6-8 hours
And how about this for an office table?It’s incredibly stylish, and the cost for making it goes for less than half what you would pay for a pre-made one.
You can find all the materials and hardware you’ll need right here!
5. DIY Shelves
About this project:
- Level of difficulty: Beginner
- Average cost: ~$20-30
- Hours of work: 2-3 hours
Beautiful DIY shelves made out of simple wooden boxes and a handful of supplies.
It’s very basic stuff:
- Cut the wallpaper you chose using the box itself as a measuring tool.
- Paint the inner walls with your chosen paint color until you get an even coating.
- Wait for it to dry and glue the wallpaper to the inside of the box.
- Hang them on the wall any way you like!
6. Farmhouse End Table
About this project:
- Level of difficulty: Beginner
- Average cost: $20-30
- Hours of work: 4-5 hours
Rebecca from Infarrantly Creative made this lovely end table cart for $20!
It serves as a great addition to your living room, adding more space for storage as well as that rustic charm so common from wooden furniture.
7. Plywood Floor Mirror
About this project:
- Level of difficulty: Beginner
- Average cost: ~$50
- Hours of work: 2-3 hours
We’ve talked about living rooms, but what about the bedroom? This plywood mirror stands on the floor (no need to nail it anywhere) and it just looks awesome!
The materials and directions all came from the lovely gals at The Merrythought. It’s a beginner-friendly project that adds so much to your bedroom it’s worth a shot!
8. Outdoor Chair
About this project:
- Level of difficulty: Intermediate
- Average cost: ~$20
- Hours of work: 6-8 hours
These awesome outdoor chairs made by Ana White are perfect for an intermediate project. They require some know-how, but can be made without angular cuts!
In fact, the lumber was all bought for $20 bucks and not much cutting/sawing was necessary!
9. Wall Planter
About this project:
- Level of difficulty: Intermediate
- Average cost: ~$30-40
- Hours of work: 3-4 hours
Succulents are already one of the best touches of nature you can add to your home — they’re easy to maintain, take up little room, and very inexpensive while looking elegant and chic.
This succulent wall planter was built for the cost of the board (about 10 bucks). Yep, that’s it. Got the tools? Check out the tutorial at Shanty2Chic!
10. Beauty Storage
About this project:
- Level of difficulty: Beginner
- Average cost: ~$20-30
- Hours of work: 2-3 hours
And finally, something to add to your bathroom or bedroom: a fully fledged beauty storage station.
The great thing about this one is that you can use scrap or leftover wood boards for a rough farmhouse look without any effort. Learn about the whole thing on BlahBlahMagazine, and let us know what you think!
Now it’s your turn!
All that’s left now is to pick a project plan and start working!
And remember: if you don’t have the tools or know-how for these projects, but you still want them, you can ask a pro for a free estimate!
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