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A simple three-board footstool platform — a top, two side supports, and a front brace — sized to sit in front of the toilet.
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top | 1 | 3/4" × 9 1/4" × 24" | Pine 1x10 | ☐ |
| Sides Adjust taller or shorter for a different stool height. | 2 | 3/4" × 9 1/4" × 8 1/4" | Pine 1x10 | ☐ |
| Front support | 1 | 3/4" × 7 1/4" × 22 1/2" | Pine 1x8 | ☐ |
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| Pine, 1x10, 4 ft | 1 each | ☐ |
| Pine, 1x8, 2 ft | 1 each | ☐ |
| Pocket hole screws, 1-1/4" | 1 box | ☐ |
| Wood glue | 1 oz | ☐ |
| Finish | 1 can | ☐ |
Overall cost: $. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.
Tools: Miter Saw, Tape Measure. Materials: Pine, 1x10, 4 ft, Pine, 1x8, 2 ft
Cut the top, two sides, and front support to size.
Tools: Drill / Driver, Pocket Hole Jig. Materials: Pine, 1x10, 4 ft, Pocket hole screws, 1-1/4", Wood glue
Drill pocket holes in the top edges of the two side pieces and attach them to the underside of the top board, positioned near the front and back edges so the top is fully supported.
Tools: Drill / Driver, Pocket Hole Jig. Materials: Pine, 1x8, 2 ft, Pocket hole screws, 1-1/4", Wood glue
Drill pocket holes in the ends of the front support and attach it between the two sides at the front, tying the whole stool together.
Tools: Random Orbit Sander. Materials: Finish
Sand every surface smooth, easing any sharp edges, and apply a moisture-resistant finish suited to bathroom use.