Introduction
Relax and put your feet up after making this fun 1/2-day project. Build this easy DIY Ottoman for less than $60 with simple woodworking joints and minimal tools. No upholstery skills required.Tools Required
Materials Required
- #10 Tee nuts (4)
- #10 x 3/4" Flat-head screws (4)
- 1-1/4-in. 18-gauge brad nails
- 1/2" x 4' x 4' Baltic birch plywood (1)
- 15" 2x4
- 18" x 24" x 5" Cushion
- 3/4" 18-gauge brad nails
- Double-sided tape
- Felt pads (4)
- Trim paint or polyurethane
- Wood filler
- Wood glue
Storage Ottoman
Overall dimensions: 17″H x 24″W x 18″D
Family Handyman
Cutting List
| Part | Part Name | QTY | Dimensions |
| A | Front & back | 2 | 1/2″ x 9″ x 23″ |
| B | Sides | 2 | 1/2″ x 9″ x 17-1/2″ |
| C | Bottom | 1 | 1/2″ x 23″ x 17″ |
| D | Lid | 1 | 1/2″ x 22-3/8″ x 16-3/8″ |
| E | Cushion board | 1 | 1/4″ x 22-3/8 x 16-3/8″ |
| F | Front & back lid stops | 2 | 1/2″ x 1-1/4″ x 23-1/2″ |
| G | Side lid stops | 2 | 1/2″ x 1-1/4″ x 15-1/2″ |
| H | Feet | 4 | 1-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ |
