Making a table for a laptop with your own hands

Modern people spend a lot of time at the computer - doing some kind of work, reading the news, communicating with friends on social networks, playing and the like. At the same time, stationary computers are gradually fading into the background, giving way to mobile devices - laptops. Almost every family has it, and often even every family member.

laptop table — The life of a modern person cannot be imagined without the Internet and a computer.

However, a certain contradiction arises. On the one hand, all manufacturers are positioning laptops as mobile devices that can be used while sitting in a comfortable chair, lying on the couch or in bed. But on the other hand, it is not very convenient to keep a three-kilogram thing on your knees for a long time due to the fact that you cannot change the position and your limbs become numb.

In addition, experts say that it is harmful for the laptop itself to sit on soft surfaces, since in this case the cooling system cannot adequately cope with its functions.

laptop table ideas — The advantage of the small size of the laptop is that it does not require a lot of space, which means that even the most compact table can be selected for it.

The way out of this situation is quite simple - use a laptop table. You can buy it at a furniture store, but although such a product is small, its price is quite high. A good alternative is to make a simple do-it-yourself laptop table.

laptop table photo — A classic laptop table is small in size, while its weight usually does not exceed 2 kg, but this does not prevent the table top from withstanding sufficiently heavy loads.

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What materials and tools are needed for work
Drawings and assembly diagrams
Sketches and table design
How to make a table for a laptop with your own hands (+ transformer table)
Video: a very comfortable do-it-yourself laptop table
50 design options for laptop tables

What materials and tools are needed for work

In most cases, when making a table, you will need the following materials:

plywood for countertops, the sheet thickness of which must be at least 15 mm;
board or block for legs;
wood putty;
sandpaper;
wood glue;
furniture varnish;
self-tapping screws.

materials tools — To make a table for a laptop with your own hands, you will need the appropriate equipment.

Of the tools, you need a hacksaw or jigsaw for cutting parts. To tighten the screws, you need a set of screwdrivers or a screwdriver.

brush rollers — Use a spatula for even distribution of putty, rollers and brushes for applying glue and varnish.

If you are choosing a complex model of a laptop table, you may need additional tools and materials.

Drawings and assembly diagrams

Type on the Internet in any search engine the query "do-it-yourself laptop table drawings, diagrams, sketches, construction" and you will be pleasantly surprised by the abundance of varieties of such tables. And in fact, in the overwhelming majority of cases, any of them is not too difficult to make with your own hands.

laptop table schematic — First you need to print the "drawings" of the future product and transfer them with a pencil to the tree.

Let's take a closer look at some types of laptop tables and their distinctive features.

Folding model

A distinctive feature of these models are folding legs, which allows for compactness during storage or transportation.As a rule, the table top at a folding table is divided into 2 parts: a smaller fixed right part for a mouse, circles, etc., and a left part for a laptop, which can be raised and fixed at the angle of inclination you need.

folding laptop table — The thing is multifunctional and portable, you can use it as a tray, coffee table or simply as a place for tea drinking.

To make a folding version of the table, in addition to the materials indicated above, you will need hinges, hinges or other fasteners that allow you to move and fix individual elements in some positions.

laptop table folding photo — A folding convertible table for a laptop is a modern approach to organizing work and rest.

Transformer

Convertible tables differ from folding tables in larger sizes due to a variety of functionality. Some models may have folding parts such as armrests, cup holders. Even the table top can consist of several parts, which, when unfolded, form one flat surface.

Often, the transformer is equipped with its own coolers for additional cooling of the laptop, USB hubs, which allow increasing the number of peripheral devices connected to the laptop.

laptop table with coolers — Most models have fans or vents to dissipate heat from the device.

Bed

The bed table is a classic monolithic version that does not have any moving parts, except for the table top with an adjustable angle of inclination. This rigid construction ensures good stability even on soft and uneven surfaces.

Laptop bed table — A table for a laptop in bed is a very comfortable piece of furniture.

Table-armchair

A table-armchair is a model that combines 2 pieces of furniture at once. As a rule, the chair is equipped with a step for the feet to provide additional comfort. There are recesses on the working surface of a small table that allow you to fix the laptop.

The table, attached to one of the armrests, can be moved to the side and adjusted in tilt angle. This is at the same time a minus of the model, since over time this mechanism looses out and is unreliable in its working position.

laptop table with armchair — Often, lecture halls or seminars are equipped with such tables-chairs.

Couch or bedside

The bedside table is not as popular as other models, as it is a rather bulky design. In most cases, they have the shape of the Russian letter "P" lying on its side. At the same time, the upper side is a work surface that serves as a stand for a laptop, and the lower side is a platform with wheels and ensures the stability of the structure.

This platform and the working surface are connected by a leg, adjustable in height. If it is necessary to use such a table, the platform moves partially under the bed, as a result of which the working surface is above the bed.

laptop table from ikea — A side table for a laptop belongs to floor models.

In most models, the angle of inclination is adjustable and it is possible to move the working surface in a horizontal plane. The design is short-lived due to the large number of mechanisms that loosen over time and cease to be fixed.

laptop table bedside — It can be in two versions: with a fixed support height and an adjustable one.

Sketches and table design

In addition to the varieties described above, there are others, for example, a corner table, or tables on wheels.

laptop table on wheels — Some adjustable tables have a single leg and a tabletop swivel mechanism that can be rotated and positioned in different ways.

Therefore, before starting work, formulate all your needs, depending on the tasks for which you need a laptop table.

coffee table for laptop — Laptop coffee tables are most popular for living rooms.

Select the scheme that suits you best on the Internet, fully meeting your needs, and print the drawing. Of course, if you are good at drawing, you can give free rein to your imagination, come up with your own model and draw a sketch of it.

laptop table drawing — The final step in creating a robust table is the assembly, which is guided by an accurate sketch.

Important! The drawing must indicate the dimensions of all parts.

How to make a table for a laptop with your own hands (+ transformer table)

To make a table for a laptop with your own hands, follow these steps:

cut out the countertop and other details of the future table in accordance with the drawing;
the surfaces of the parts must be sanded with sandpaper to eliminate all irregularities;
mark the parts in accordance with the drawing and drill holes for fasteners;
assemble the table with self-tapping screws, to add additional rigidity to the joints of the parts, coat with furniture glue;
treat the joints with furniture putty and sand after drying;
cover your product with varnish, let it dry;
glue the ends of the parts with a special edge tape.

Follow the same steps to make a transforming table. By and large, the difference lies in the fact that when assembling the product, instead of the usual self-tapping screws, you will use special fasteners that allow you to unfold and fold the table elements.

folding laptop table photo — For home use, you can choose a model made of wood. Such options are usually as environmentally friendly as possible and fit into almost any interior.

A laptop table is a piece of furniture that will make you feel comfortable. In addition, scientists have long proven that productivity can be improved by sitting at a table, rather than lying relaxed in bed.