What to make with plywood scraps
A 2-foot square of ¾″ plywood is the classic leftover from cabinet and shelf jobs. It's flat, stable and ready for shop projects.
8 projects that fit
Assuming a basic kit: circular saw, jigsaw, drill with hole-saw bits, sander and clamps. Enter your own pile for an exact match.
Step stool
A sturdy 9″ step for the kitchen, with arched cutouts in the legs.
Tool tote
An open carry box with tapered ends and a dowel handle.
French cleat strips
Beveled strips for a garage tool wall.
Raised dog bowl stand
A wide top with two bowl cutouts, on two end panels.
20″ monitor riser, 9¼″ deep
A 20-inch riser, 9¼″ deep, that lifts a monitor 4″ with room for a keyboard underneath.
24″ monitor riser, 9¼″ deep
A 24-inch riser, 9¼″ deep, that lifts a monitor 4″ with room for a keyboard underneath.
24″ monitor riser, 11¼″ deep
A 24-inch riser, 11¼″ deep, that lifts a monitor 4″ with room for a keyboard underneath.
30″ monitor riser, 11¼″ deep
A 30-inch riser, 11¼″ deep, that lifts a monitor 4″ with room for a keyboard underneath. Wide enough for two small screens.
Tips for working with ¾″ plywood scraps
- Score the cut line with a knife first to stop the face veneer splintering.
- Iron-on edge banding hides the layers on visible edges.
- Plywood is flat and stable, so it's ideal for tops, shelves and jigs.