Custom Bedroom Built-In with a Desk, Window Seat, Dresser & Shelves
A custom bedroom built-in is one of the best ways to transform an empty wall into high-value functional furniture.
Project Overview
A clean, modern bench with open cubbies that's perfect for entryways or mudrooms. Simple joinery, straight cuts, and a finish that looks high-end in photos and in person.
This view shows you not just how to build it, but what the tools will cost and how fast they'll pay for themselves if you decide to build and sell this as a product.
Materials & Supplies
| Material | Qty | Unit Cost | Total | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Boss Dog Wood Glue | 1 | $13.99 | $13.99 | Amazon |
Kreg #8 x 1-1/4-in | 1 | $9.98 | $9.98 | Lowes |
DAP Plastic Wood Natural Wood Filler | 1 | $11.48 | $11.48 | lowes |
DAP Fast Dry Paintable Caulk | 2 | $4.98 | $9.96 | lowes |
1-1/4-in 18 -Gauge Brad Nails | 1 | $11.48 | $11.48 | lowes |
White Urethane Enamel Paint | 2 | $65.98 | $131.96 | Lowes |
3/4In Birch Plywood | 4 | $85.78 | $343.12 | Home Depot |
1/2in Birch Plywood | 1 | $70.48 | $70.48 | Home Depot |
1/4in Birch Plywood | 2 | $45.08 | $90.16 | Home Depot |
1/4in MDF | 4 | $14.75 | $59.00 | Home Depot |
1x2x8 Poplar | 6 | $9.18 | $55.08 | Lowes |
1x3x8 Polar | 2 | $14.56 | $29.12 | Lowes |
1x6x4 | 1 | $14.88 | $14.88 | Lowes |
1x8x4 Poplar | 1 | $17.98 | $17.98 | Lowes |
1x12x4 | 2 | $30.46 | $60.92 | Lowes |
Gold Cabinet Pulls 6.25 Hole Center | 1 | $29.99 | $29.99 | Amazon |
15in. Blum Motion Drawer Slides | 1 | $187.00 | $187.00 | Amazon |
Blum Drawer Locking Device | 8 | $14.99 | $119.92 | Amazon |
2in Grommet Power Outlet | 1 | $29.99 | $29.99 | Amazon |
ROI Calculator
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Income Potential
Here's what this project could bring in at different levels of commitment.
Weekend Builder
Build a couple each month as a fun, profitable side project.
Side Hustle
A steady flow of builds that can cover real monthly bills.
Serious Maker
A lean, repeatable product that anchors a small shop business.