DIY $10 Floating Nightstand

This is a DIY nightstand that anyone can do! Not only can you do it but it’s legit the price of two coffees. I’m dialing in my guest bedroom (which I cannot wait to show you!) and wanted to share some builds I’m implementing up until the reveal. Hope you enjoyed this quick and easy DIY nightstand! Cannot wait to show you the larger scale projects I’ve been working on for weeeeeeks. Stay rad xx.
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[@zayedalsuwaidi7697]

You just can't beat that classic wood look. So minimalistic, no need for any designs.

[@russellborrego1689]

Very nice. The slot for the cell phone is very clever as well! Good job!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you for the love Russell!

[@kiamalveaux6585]

Why are you hyping me up thinking I can totally do this though! 🤣

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

You can!

[@thisisbethm]

I've been struggling with how to design a nightstand for my bedroom for a while, and this makes so much sense: attaching it to the wall! (I'll add multiple shelves, but the concept is exactly what I need!)

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Hell yes! I love that xx.

[@juliagrigorian6993]

Rachel! I know this is an old video, but I wanted to let you know I made this after watching your video. It was only my second woodworking project, but you made it so easy to follow. Thank you for this and for all of your other informative videos!

[@JoDidntHearYou]

LOVE THIS. I’ve been looking around for an easy, simple nightstand project that can be finished in less than a day. I love that it doesn’t have to sit on the floor and that it looks so open and clean and wonderful! Thank you for posting this, Rachel! Have a fabulous day ❤️

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Hey girl hey! Hope you've been having an amazing week! Thank you for the love and I am obsessed with the fact I got this done in less than two hours.

[@JoDidntHearYou]

Living to DIY with Rachel Metz dude. Two hours?!?! Frick yes. I hope I can do this project soon so I can share it with you on insta!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Can't wait to see love!

[@MikeTheMaker1]

Nice build, I might use this and add a cup holder groove.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Love that idea! I was thinking about doing that but then I have coasters on the shelving unit I made that I want to force people to use since they're so rad haha.

[@goingbacktoourroots]

Love these super easy builds and cheap 😻

[@KoKoCola82]

So bomb.... I love the groove for the phone. It's SUPER thoughtful for your guests... and ads that extra pop of character to it. Very nice 😘👌👍

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you so much! This has been one of my favorite in a day projects xx.

[@NastyCity619]

I need this it's so clean thank you. Have a fantastic day Rachel. Much love

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you Benny! Hope you're doing incredible xx.

[@Vizzy.x]

Super easy and very cool. What a great idea it’s very minimalist I love it, great job Rachel!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you so much Yesenia!

[@klaudiaortiz217]

You make everything look so easy 😭😭😭 another great vid!!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Practice makes perfect! You got this!

[@kaysea975]

I love this. You are so good at explaining every step.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you so much! That's my goal in every video!

[@MarlaJOjeda]

You're incredible! I discovered your videos a few days ago and I'm amazed by everything you do, also by the way you explain things making everything easier for us thanks a lot!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Oh my gosh! You just made my day. I'm so pumped you came across my channel and am even more hyped you took a second to comment. Thank you 🙏🏼 .

[@versatileduplicity9313]

I do better

[@deannasanchez4105]

This is so cute!! I love it! Such a good idea to put the hole for the wire and slot for the phone!! 😊

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you Deanna!

[@vpfyi5525]

Nice job. Fantastic👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@oliviahernandez807]

Simplicity love it clean and neat 👍🏼❤️❤️❤️

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I can't wait to show you guys the space!

[@DIYPD]

So nice and easy project! I love the little light clamp! 😃👍

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you! I appreciate the love and support.

[@M33S23xX]

Looks great

[@ginafriend1690]

Hi and nice job, Rachel! I love floating shelves. Love your screensaver! 🐾! 🤗😍

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Hope you're having an incredible week Gina!!!

[@grindy252]

simple designs are the best designs. Good job!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you so much Travis! I appreciate you taking the time to comment.

[@moneymakingmikeg.9555]

So simple but so cool!! Keep up the great projects. Greetings to you and Cali, from Jersey!! Dirty Jersey out!!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thanks Mike - appreciate the love! Hope you're having a great week so far xx.

[@user-on6wc8oj9u]

Amazing video and very great narration! Loved watching this informative clip from beginning to end!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you so damn much!!

[@Kkuts37]

Really nice!!! Quick, easy and functional! Great job, Rachel! :)

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you Kathleen! Hope you've been well xx.

[@FlyeBooks]

Love this...simple but chic!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@paulahass3902]

I love it!! Great job!! So easy!! ♡

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you! Weirdly this is one of my favorites.

[@VIDEOEPPO]

Very Nice. I like when you finish with that extra touch of adding some plants. Kind of brings life into everything!!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

It's all in the details xx.

[@Tinyteacher1111]

I need these tools and tables to add to my collection!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Yay!

[@beastyfurkan]

Simple yet effective. Great job 👍

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Really appreciate that xx.

[@ashleymariaa]

This is so awesome!! I want to make floating nightstand drawers for my next place.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

You totally can! This is SO easy and cheap.

[@handee_maam]

Very nice and simple love it!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you! Quick and easy is the best kind.

[@KelseyBarnardMusic]

LOVE the slot! so smart

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you Kelsey!

[@haileylessard732]

I would have never thought of making that

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

It's one of my favorite projects - so easy too!

[@dreamceline2093]

Super cute

[@87ambi]

Love this as well as a diy nightstand where gonna move next month so great idea :) I will just add it so my list of things to do. In your previous video with your lovely dog bed

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I can't wait to see what you create!

[@beatslegendsworldwide5180]

Loving it ♥

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Really appreciate that xx.

[@marieleelee]

I don't remember around how many subscribers you had when I subscribed but I def subscribed when you made Callie's first diy bed. And I really hope 2019 is a good year for you and your channel because just in the time that I have been watching you, you have gotten so much better and more creative which I think is probably more important. You can learn all the skills but if you don't like what you're making then what's the point. I hope you continue to make stuff that makes you happy because I'll watch anything you make so long as it still seems like you enjoy it. Anyway this is just a long comment and my way of saying that you're a great youtuber, keep keeping on :) Also I hope I spelled your dogs name correctly!😊

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Okay so way to make me tear up. All of the things I make have a purpose and I am the happiest I've ever been but it really comes down to the community that trusted, follow along and continue to support (such as yourself). You are what makes me continue - to push, grow, evolve and above all else LOVE what I do because I love you guys. Thank you!

[@joansnow4013]

Love how you happen to have a piece of scrap wood on hand to sand. I’m going to say, it must be the luck of the stars. It would never happen for me. Very cute little stand, nice job!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I was shocked too but that DIY concrete and wood bench came in handy with wood cuts - thank you for the love!

[@pak5237]

Love it!!!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!!!

[@chauniquemartinez]

So cute omg

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@KatieBookser]

This is really cool, genius idea for the cell phone slot/charger area.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

We don't have a TV in our guest room so I thought it was a nice option for someone to fall asleep binge watching KZbin not their phone like I do hahaha. Thanks girl!

[@jamesbigham9036]

Well done Rachel I really like this it looks like it took hours but it was quite simple which is really cool and a interesting conversation piece for sure. The slot for your phone to charge is something important to have these days. I wish you were doing this stuff professionally I would definitely by some Rachel design masterpieces for sure. Keep up the amazing work

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Awe I really appreciate that James - you are the best xx.

[@jenna5793]

That's so cute I might make it, since I'm not a fan of my current nightstand

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I'm making this guest room nicer than our room haha.

[@latinasmukbang]

Rachel you are amazing I love your designers.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you for all the support xx.

[@latinasmukbang]

@@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz you deserve I see how hard you work I'm very happy to found your channel.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

@@latinasmukbang Thank you again xx.

[@fadwaahmed1634]

I'm definitely making this for mums bedroom 👍

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Oh hell yes! Can't wait to see xx.

[@charlottec8532]

This is so helpful thanks xx

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thanks for the love Charlotte!

[@myprincessnanj]

Love your videos you awesome 😎 I’m definitely going to try them 😍😍.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you so much!

[@E.l347]

Soo nice i was just searching for something like this to diy on pinterest and saw your video what a coincidence 😂☺️👍

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Oh hell yeah! Great minds think alike xx.

[@mirandaxiong9385]

Obsessed!!!!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you Miranda!

[@laurenharding1833]

Cute!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you Lauren!

[@meshondrajohnson219]

Love it...

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@yessicaoregon6160]

Sooo cute 😍

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you so much!

[@livvyt1]

That phone divot is so genius!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Like Netflix and chill for my guests since I don't have a TV in there 😂.

[@chaset42]

Hole placement can be tough. Esp when you've had a lot to drink, the hole can be tricky to find.

[@maryholme-shaw3962]

The stain is IP-switch I believe. 🤓 great video!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@versatileduplicity9313]

Wow, I had no idea that that was it for. Talking bout the white thing that goes into the way

[@maggs810]

As usual, love it. I can't wait to see this room (and the head board!!!) You might have mentioned it before but, do you have a Pinterest I could follow, I'm interested to see what inspires you. 😊

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

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[@Drummerneb]

The stain is pronounced IP - Switch just for future reference. That is if its said the same as the town in England that is :)

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Ah thank you! I always get tongue twisted on some of these stain names.

[@Jaysus117]

Ben Turner there’s a city here in Australia called Ipswich

[@Odium2006]

Yep... Ipswitch = IP like Lip, Switch like... Switch.

[@versatileduplicity9313]

@@Odium2006 you're a genius !!

[@amitmane6696]

Very simple build , thanks. On the side note ‘ish push’ was kind of cute.. :)

[@clarasilva8223]

These are so amazing and simple! I have no tools what so ever, other than like small stuff. I know that at home depot I think they will cut wood for you, do you think they would do that phone slot also?

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

They can't cut the slot unfortunately! Thank you for the love!

[@TranTheClever]

you inspire me! thank you! 5:19

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thanks for watching!

[@DIYwithASHMalayalam]

👍👍👍

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

🙌🏼🙏🏼

[@amandaamelia8395]

I luuuuvvvvv ❤❤❤

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you Amanda!

[@yoquincy3731]

Love this! I only have a circular saw, how could I create the slot?

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Adjust the depth of the blade!

[@hoanghungcuong6343]

Adorei seus fur baby, lol. I talk to mine just like that. Thank you for inspiring me! I think I'd like to make your creation for my plant shelf? No? Ciao! 3:34

[@Paandaabeeaarr]

Very cute 💁

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you Amanda!

[@courtneyhowell9276]

Do you have the measurements you used for the pieces of wood?

[@rynammo]

Muito bom!

[@mariah3140]

Could you also do this as a desk?

[@angelaortiz3406]

Nice

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you Angela!

[@michellew6097]

Ouhh I love this!! I wonder if it would hold my two cats lol🤔

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Just secure with a few more anchors and it totally can. You could hang a toy underneath for them to bat at!

[@michellew6097]

@@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz genius!! Thanks 🤩

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Of course! Happy DIY'ing!

[@ruerue6252]

You are clever! :)

[@NiHaoMike64]

It looks like you can stuff an earplug into the hole to keep the cable from falling out.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I did it bigger than an iPhone charger on the off chance anyone has a larger charger or computer. I love that you can customize this to whatever suits your needs best. Thanks for taking the time to comment!

[@sosb017]

How do you avoid it wobbling? Is there a way to make it more sturdy

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

More screws or even opt out and just do brackets.

[@nelipottery]

lol ishpish... stain colour, it's pronounced IP-SWITCH. (Ipswich its a town in England). Great video, going to attempt similar :)

[@EdugeBDroN]

I like your channel even if I can't really relate

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@rachellittlejohn2411]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@grizz4608]

How sturdy is this, going to do this may add a angle bracket for extra support. What do you think?

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I would add a bracket or do another nightstand if you want more weight.

[@brandi6981]

What size screws?

[@samayling9855]

Would this be able to support the weight of a cat if they were to jump on there? As in how much weight do you think it could support? This looks amazing and I really want to try it out!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I think a weight of a cat is suffice to say. You can support it with a bracket if you are looking for more support or add more pocket holes.

[@samayling9855]

@@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz Awesome! Was going to redo my room but I couldn't find the perfect nightstands. So glad I found this.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Can't wait to see what you create xx.

[@samayling9855]

@Living to DIY with Rachel Metz I ended up taking the old bookshelf I had been using for so many years next to my bed, dissembling it and was actually able to make two of these which were already the perfect size out of it. I used your tip with the brackets as well. I'm super happy to report that it literally only cost me the 15 bucks for brackets and contact paper, and has held up extremely nicely the past 6 months. My cats jump on it all the time, and it supports them and the salt lamps so well. I have a pretty small room and being able to clear up floor space with this while still having the functionality is great, I can't believe it isn't more popular. Sorry this was so wordy, I just don't know how else to express how pleased I am with the results :D

[@alyx.5893]

Wait, are you saying I’m the ~244kth sub cus i literally thought you’d already be a million subs youtuber. Love this vid!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I wish! Working hard everyday to get there - thank you for the love and support xx.

[@bobbysmith855]

😂 It's pronounced Ip switch ... looks great, well done!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Haha thank you!

[@MissFit89]

Can u give link to that light stand?

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

It's a globe clip on light off Amazon!

[@taraandtori]

Do you make and sell any of these? Id love to make this but don't have access to those tools

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I do not! I am sure there is something similar online though.

[@Fine_art_aerial]

2:28 Reverse the countersink direction to get rid of ridges

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you! I did that since I loved the ridges actually (call me weird)! It added a bit of texture in a room that really doesn't have much texture with the other DIY furniture I've done. Appreciate that tip!

[@Fine_art_aerial]

@@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz You won't see the ridges tho because the taper on bottom of screw head covers it when you run a screw in.. .. Im talking about when you drill the countersink hole for the screw to sit flush.. If you reverse the drill, you will get a super smooth countersink hole.. Does that make since?? Great videos btw and shoutout to P-Rod!! lol

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Fine Art Aerial totally makes sense! But I like the ridges and I made them bigger so when the screw sets in you can see the ridges. All personal preference for sure but will totally do this next time. He's the man 👏🏼

[@haterkek]

Are we going to get full house tour anytime soon?

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

When it is all done, YAS!

[@mehalettheodros2231]

How much weight can this handle? I’m planning on doing this to my bedroom but I want it to hold at least 25-30lbs

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Make sure it goes into studs!

[@sufyannasir8186]

Ipswich is a town in uk

[@goingbacktoourroots]

Can you do a super beginner head board under $30

[@samwilkinson9670]

How much weight do you think it would hold 😊?

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Book ends and a stack of books!

[@samwilkinson9670]

Living to DIY with Rachel Metz pocket holes for the win

[@forunlawfulcar-nalknowledg1081]

Clear out an entire trench inside for the cord to slide freely.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Great idea!

[@OOOuise]

IPP-SWITCH lol

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

So terrible I know haha.

[@HostileButHonourable]

The Cali 'Quality Control Snotty Sniff' of approval is suspiciously missing... Intrigue is afoot me thinks.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Right!? Makes me a bit nervous too haha.

[@annazhou4672]

What happens if you have the wood, but not the rest of the tools. “ DIY > $10 Floating night stand” Me: “Very nice”

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you love!

[@probablytheamaziiingtim2915]

Nothing’s hotter than a girl doing all the hard work by herself ❤️

[@KBQuick81]

Why do I have all of these tools!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Tools are your friends.

[@bouncehouseofficial]

Weight test, pls.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Not too much!

[@kamalpreetsinghania7938]

eeps-wich :)

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Haha I can't believe I said it how I did!

[@breezy9875]

People from Ipswich are fuming

[@ostamp90]

Brillianot trying to pronounce Ipswich. See it as ip switch