Hairpin Desks for the Whole Family
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.- 2 – Pairs of Hairpin Shelf & Desk Brackets, in desired sizes and finishes (we combined 23" in teal with 16" in turquoise)
- Desk surface of your choice (we used plywood)
- Pencil
- Tape measure
- Circular saw
- Clamps
- Wood glue, if double-layering your plywood
- Orbital sander
- Level
- Screws and/or wall anchors, based on your shelf weight and wall material (i.e., drywall, concrete, masonry)
- Drill/driver and bit
- Safety gear such as eye protection, a mask/respirator, and gloves


Jamie Emanuelli
Maker
As a maker and creator, I love to get my hands on raw materials like metal and wood. Semi Exact lets me indulge in these sorts of projects. Each project has its own soul and spirit. I can take a project wherever I want and it will still have a timeless quality.
Another thing I love is the builds are great for almost any skill level. I can keep things simple while building with the family, or go all out on a more sophisticated build when I have more time to myself. Semi Exact will have the right pieces to make it all come together.


Step 1:
Cut desk surfaces to size

Step 2:
Sand the plywood

Step 3:
Hang the hairpin brackets

Step 4:
Slide in your desks!

Step 5:
Rinse and repeat
