How to Make a Plexiglass Desk
Plexiglass, or Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA), is a lightweight, durable alternative to glass. Plexiglass is used in modern-style furniture designs. The Plexiglass furniture designs, popular in the 50s and 60s, were considered space-age. Desks made from Plexiglass typically have straight edges, smooth lines and a minimalist look to complement the modern aesthetic. The desk can be any color, even clear; however, a clear desk is prone to noticeable scratches and dirt.

Step 1
Use a table saw and cut out a 1-inch thick sheet of Plexiglass, measuring 3-by-6 feet. This is the desk top.
Step 2
Cut two sheets of Plexiglass, 3-by-3 feet. These are the desk's legs.
Step 3
Measure in 1 1/2 feet from the edge of one side of the desk top. Position the first leg in 1 1/2 feet, perpendicular to the desk top. Drill four screws through the desktop into the leg to attach it. The screws should each be 6 inches apart from each other, and from the edges of the desk top.
Step 4
Measure in 1 1/2 feet from the edge of the other side of the desk top. Position the second leg in 1 1/2 feet perpendicular to the desk top, parallel to the other leg. Drill four screws through the desktop into the second leg to attach it, same as the first.
Step 5
Stand the desk up so the feet are on the ground.
Step 6
Apply a Plexiglass repair kit solution to the top of the screw. This fills the indentation left by the screws in the desk, and restores a smooth finish.
References
- "How to Build Modern Furniture"; Mario Dal Fabbro; 1976
- "Mid-Century Modern: Interiors, Furniture, Design Details"; Bradley Quinn; 2006
- "Acrylic Revolution: New Tricks and Techniques for Working with the World's Most Versatile Medium"; Nancy Reyner; 2007
- "Plexi Class: Cutting-Edge Projects In Plastic"; Tonia Davenport; 2008
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