How to Make a Simple Step Stool

Do you need a little extra to reach the spice rack or does your little one need a little help reaching the bathroom sink in the morning? This is the perfect step stool for you.  It is also a great want to practice using basic power tools.

Materials 

• 2×4 ( 2 – 7″ & 2 – 14″)
• 1×4 (4 – 12″)
• 4″ Spax screw
• DAP RapidFuse Wood Glue
• Sand paper
• Stain/Paint

Tools

• Sander     
• Brad Nailer
• Drill
• Jig Saw
• Miter Saw

Instructions

1. Cut the wood to size using the miter or jig saw

 

2. Using a simple box top (cardboard) making a template for the decorative curve and trace it on to the 14″ 2×4 pieces.  Measure out 2″ from each end of the 2×4 to position the curved template

3. Using jig saw and drill cut out the curved portion.  Make sure to secure the 2×4 to the work station prior to cutting.

4. Once the 2 pieces are cut sand the pieces with the sander to smooth out the edges and curves.

5. Attach the 2×4 pieces followed by the 1×4 steps using Rapidfuse Glue and 4″ Spax screws.

 

 

If you tuned in last week I showed you in a step by step process on how you can use these tools to make a simple step stool.