21 Easy Plywood Projects You Can Build This Weekend
Plywood gets a bad rap, and these 21 easy plywood projects prove it can be awesome.
Plywood often gets a bad rap, but it is actually one of the most versatile, budget-friendly materials you can use in your workshop.
It is strong, remains flat (if stored properly), and can be much cheaper than a wood board of the same size. It is an absolute game-changer for makers of all skill levels.
Whether you want to build custom furniture, upgrade your kitchen storage, or craft unique home decor, a single sheet of plywood can go a surprisingly long way.
This list of easy plywood projects has something for everyone. From modern furniture pieces to quick weekend organizational builds, these projects prove that you don’t need a massive budget or years of professional experience to create something beautiful for your home.
Plywood Furniture Projects
1. DIY Plywood Bench Using One Sheet of Plywood
Build this modern DIY plywood bench using just ONE piece of plywood and three tools. No complicated joinery, just stacked plywood that creates a high-end look for under $100. Although it looks like an advanced project, it’s not. No matter your skill level, you can add this beautiful bench to your home.
2. DIY Tall Bar Cabinet
A bar cabinet is great for entertaining, and you can build this tall one yourself from plywood. It features a wine rack, a wine glass holder, and a drawer. This project is a bit more advanced, but anyone can build it with the plans and step-by-step tutorial.
3. Entryway Bench with Storage
Organize your entryway with this DIY plywood bench with storage. Use the storage for shoes or backpacks, and the drawer is a great place to keep keys and other small items you need to grab on your way out the door.
4. Small DIY Dresser
A small dresser is a great addition to any space, and this one with veneer drawer fronts can serve as a side table, an entryway table, or storage in a dining room. The dresser is a simple build, but the veneers require a Cricut to cut. You can totally leave them off if you want.
5. Rotating Bookcase
Add extra storage to a small space with this rotating bookcase. Made using plywood and dowels, it’s a great beginner plywood project. It features shelves on four sides, sits nicely in a corner, and doesn’t take up much space. You can paint any color to match the room’s decor.
6. DIY Bookshelf
A simple bookshelf is a simple weekend project that makes a fantastic introduction to building your own furniture!. This piece looks professional and stylish, but it is actually incredibly beginner-friendly to build. Customize the size by building a short version with three shelves or a tall version with five shelves. Paint it any color you want for a completely custom look, or add a fun pop of color to the back panel to match your decor.
7. Plywood Headboard
Turn one sheet of plywood and a few 2X4s into a modern headboard. You only need 3 power tools, and if modern and minimal is your style, this project checks all the boxes. It’s a beginner-friendly project anyone can make to upgrade their bedroom.
Organizing Projects Made with Plywood
8. Divided Storage Bin
This divided bin is a versatile plywood project that can be used for organization anywhere you need. In the kitchen for vegetables, a kid’s room or playroom, or even a home office or study area. The simple design is easy to make and can be built from scrap plywood if you have enough.
9. DIY File Cabinet/Printer Stand
You can’t buy this filing cabinet and printer stand anywhere, but you can make it yourself with basic power tools. It features three drawers, a shelf for paper, and a printer that can sit right on top for easy access. Fluted drawer fronts elevate the look for a modern, trendy piece that will look great in your home office. Customize with the paint color of your choice.
10. Ziploc Bag Organizer
I hated the boxes of Ziploc bags in my kitchen drawer. Some were too big, and the bags always ended up spilling out, and the drawer was a mess. This Ziploc bag organizer is a quick and easy plywood project you can build in less than an hour, and solve the drawer mess forever. You can even make it with scrap plywood if you have enough.
11. K-Cup Drawer Organizer
Organize your coffee pods neatly and out of sight with this easy plywood K-Cup drawer organizer. It has room for 24 pods and fits right in your kitchen drawer. It’s an easy beginner project that you can make in less than an hour. No more extra clutter on your countertop, which was a big win for me!
12. DIY Closet Organizers
Go from builder grade to custom with a DIY closet organizer. Reach-in closets don’t have to be basic. You can configure them to suit your needs with drawers, shelves, and double hanging bars. Plywood is a great choice for closet built-ins, and you can transform the space in a weekend using basic tools.
See my daughter’s closet makeover
See my son’s closet makeover – I built it using just two tools!
Read the guide to make your own
13. Sandpaper Organizer with Sander Storage
Get all your sanding supplies out of that messy drawer and organize them with this sandpaper organizer with sander storage. It features sections for sanding discs, blocks, and sheets, as well as a shelf to hold your sanders. Mounted on the wall, everything is within reach when you need it.
14. DIY Laundry Countertop
Looking for an easy, inexpensive countertop you can make yourself? This countertop is it. Made from birch plywood, it has a beautiful finished look using edge banding and spar urethane. Plywood is lighter than butcher block, which was perfect for this laundry counter as it needed to be easily lifted to service the machines underneath.
15. DIY Plywood Pegboard And Magnetic Board
Need some organization in your workshop or office? This plywood pegboard organizer uses scrap plywood, and there’s even a magnetic section! Dress it up with painted pegs for a fun touch in your home office, or leave them plain for hanging tools.
Small Plywood Project Ideas
16. Passive Phone Amplifier
Small plywood projects are a great way to use up scraps, and this phone amplifier is a fun project to make. It’s passive because it doesn’t use any electricity or batteries. The amplifier naturally boosts the sound from the phone, making it louder. It makes a great gift!
17. Simple DIY Wood Clock Using Scrap Plywood
Are you obsessed with clocks? We have them in almost every room in the house. This DIY clock is made with scrap plywood and stained in different colors to give it a rustic look. It’s an easy beginner project that makes a great hostess gift!
18. Custom Plywood Picture FrameA
A custom picture frame can be expensive, especially large ones, but you can make your own using scrap plywood. The stacked plywood gives it a custom look, and you can make it in any size. This project does require a table saw for straight, uniform cuts and a router to create a step all around the frame for the plexiglass, photo, and cardboard to sit in.
See the tutorial to make it yourself
19. DIY Lazy Susan using patterned Plywood
Although this project is a little more advanced and will take a little more time to make, you will love how it turns out. This scrap plywood lazy Susan makes a great charcuterie board for entertaining and a great gift!
Seasonal Plywood Projects
20. Easy DIY Plywood Pumpkins
Decorating for fall is one of the best seasons to decorate. These easy plywood pumpkins will look great on your porch or yard and last the whole season. Paint or stain them in any color you choose for a fun display. They fold up for easy storage when the season is over.
21. Easy DIY Wooden Christmas Trees
Get creative and make these plywood Christmas trees for the upcoming holiday season. They are simple to make, and the free-standing design makes them ideal for your porch or front yard. Make smaller versions for the inside to put on your mantle. These easy plywood Christmas trees can be made in a day, and you can paint and decorate them any way you want. The possibilities are endless when you use your creativity.
Anika's goal is to inspire and empower beginners with woodworking, DIY, home improvement, and home decor ideas.
She wants everyone to unlock their creative potential and experience the feeling that comes with making something. Nothing feels better better than seeing something and saying "I can make that!"
