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A two-shelf changing table on 2x2 legs with two built-in drawers below and a raised-edge topper on top to keep a changing pad from sliding off.
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legs | 4 | 1 1/2" × 1 1/2" × 32" | Pine 2x2 | ☐ |
| Side trim | 4 | 3/4" × 1 1/2" × 14 1/2" | Pine 1x2 | ☐ |
| Front and back trim | 4 | 3/4" × 1 1/2" × 38" | Pine 1x2 | ☐ |
| Shelves | 2 | 3/4" × 14 1/2" × 38" | 3/4" plywood or MDF, half sheet | ☐ |
| Sides (aprons) | 2 | 3/4" × 5 1/2" × 14 1/2" | Pine 1x6 | ☐ |
| Back (apron) | 1 | 3/4" × 5 1/2" × 38" | Pine 1x6 | ☐ |
| Top | 1 | 3/4" × 17 1/2" × 41" | 3/4" plywood or MDF, half sheet | ☐ |
| Drawer area trim, long | 2 | 3/4" × 1 1/2" × 38" | Pine 1x2 | ☐ |
| Drawer area trim, short | 6 | 3/4" × 1 1/2" × 4 3/4" | Pine 1x2 | ☐ |
| Drawer sides | 4 | 3/4" × 3 1/2" × 15 1/2" | Pine 1x4 | ☐ |
| Drawer front/back | 4 | 3/4" × 3 1/2" × 15 3/8" | Pine 1x4 | ☐ |
| Drawer bottoms | 2 | 1/4" × 15 1/2" × 16 7/8" | 1/4" plywood, at least 16" x 35" | ☐ |
| Drawer faces | 2 | 3/4" × 4 1/2" × 17 5/8" | Pine 1x6 | ☐ |
| Topper long sides | 2 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 41" | Pine 1x3 | ☐ |
| Topper ends | 3 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 16" | Pine 1x3 | ☐ |
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| 3/4" plywood or MDF, half sheet | 1 each | ☐ |
| Pine, 2x2, 8 ft | 2 each | ☐ |
| Pine, 1x2, 8 ft | 3 each | ☐ |
| Pine, 1x6, 10 ft | 1 each | ☐ |
| Pine, 1x4, 12 ft | 1 each | ☐ |
| 1/4" plywood, at least 16" x 35" | 1 each | ☐ |
| Pine, 1x3, 8 ft For the topper. | 2 each | ☐ |
| 1-1/4" pocket hole screws | 1 box | ☐ |
| 14" drawer slides, set | 2 set | ☐ |
| 1-1/4" and 3/4" brad nails | 1 box | ☐ |
| Wood glue | 3 oz | ☐ |
| Drawer knobs or handles | 2 each | ☐ |
Overall cost: $$. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.
Tools: Drill / Driver, Pocket Hole Jig. Materials: Pine, 2x2, 8 ft, Pine, 1x2, 8 ft, 1-1/4" pocket hole screws
Drill two 3/4" pocket holes on each end of the 14-1/2" side trim pieces. Attach to the legs with 1-1/4" pocket hole screws, flush to the inside, keeping pocket holes hidden. The upper shelf can sit at any height — this plan leaves 12" of clearance under the lower shelf.
Tools: Drill / Driver, Pocket Hole Jig. Materials: Pine, 1x2, 8 ft, 1-1/4" pocket hole screws
Drill two 3/4" pocket holes on each end of the 38" trim pieces and attach to the legs with 1-1/4" pocket hole screws, at the same heights as the side trim, flush to the inside of the legs.
Tools: Drill / Driver, Pocket Hole Jig. Materials: 3/4" plywood or MDF, half sheet, 1-1/4" pocket hole screws
Drill 3/4" pocket holes around all four edges of both shelves, spacing them every 6-8". Attach inset to the trim frames with 1-1/4" pocket hole screws.
Tools: Drill / Driver, Pocket Hole Jig. Materials: Pine, 1x6, 10 ft, 1-1/4" pocket hole screws
Drill 3/4" pocket holes facing upward on the 1x6 boards for attaching the top later, and 3/4" pocket holes on the ends for attaching to the legs. Attach the side and back aprons with 3/4" pocket holes and 1-1/4" pocket hole screws, keeping the back apron flush to the outside of the legs.
Tools: Drill / Driver. Materials: 3/4" plywood or MDF, half sheet, 1-1/4" pocket hole screws
Attach the top through the predrilled holes in the 1x6 aprons with 1-1/4" pocket hole screws.
Tools: Brad Nailer, Drill / Driver, Pocket Hole Jig. Materials: Pine, 1x2, 8 ft, 1-1/4" pocket hole screws, 1-1/4" and 3/4" brad nails, Wood glue
Attach the shorter drawer-area trim to the inside of the drawer opening. Attach the long bottom trim piece with glue and finish nails, also using pocket holes to attach to the legs. Repeat for the second frame, positioning it so the 14" drawer slides can be attached at the back to the shorter trim pieces.
Tools: Brad Nailer, Drill / Driver. Materials: Pine, 1x4, 12 ft, 1/4" plywood, at least 16" x 35", 14" drawer slides, set, 1-1/4" and 3/4" brad nails, Wood glue
Build each drawer to fit its opening and the drawer slides, using 1-1/4" brad nails and glue for the box and 3/4" brad nails and glue for the bottom. Install with the drawer slides, insetting 3/4" to allow room for the drawer face.
Tools: Brad Nailer, Drill / Driver. Materials: Pine, 1x6, 10 ft, 1-1/4" and 3/4" brad nails, Wood glue, Drawer knobs or handles
Attach each drawer face with 1-1/4" finish nails and glue, then reinforce from inside with 1-1/4" screws. It's easier to attach handles or knobs before attaching the faces.
Tools: Brad Nailer, Drill / Driver, Pocket Hole Jig. Materials: Pine, 1x3, 8 ft, 1-1/4" pocket hole screws, 1-1/4" and 3/4" brad nails, Wood glue
Build the topper frame with finish nails and glue or pocket holes — no bottom is needed. Attach it to the top of the table, or secure with a bracket on the back to keep it in place.