A laptop is a portable device that can be used almost anywhere in the home. An unsuitable surface can lead to overheating of the system, so you should use a special stand. The cost of such a product is quite high, so a do-it-yourself laptop stand is the best way to improve laptop security. In this case, decorating and designing is easier than finding the right stand for your device.
Materials that can be used to make a coaster
To make a laptop stand with your own hands, you need to choose the appropriate material for the case. At the time of selection, it is worth considering the features of working with raw materials. Therefore, the ideal option would be the one with which you had experience.
The construction market offers a huge variety of products that are easy to make a coaster. Each of them has its own advantages and disadvantages:
- Plywood is an ideal raw material for making the simplest product. Working with plywood is easy andquickly.
- Wooden planks and planks are an option for more complex workmanship. But the service life of such material is much longer than plywood.
- Plastic is suitable for the manufacture of temporary structures of this type. The case will be fragile and unstable.
These are the most affordable and easiest options for making coasters. Craftsmen combine several options with each other. The most durable and long lasting option would be metal, but some experience with this material is required.
Secrets of simple and high-quality production
Knowing a few secrets regarding the functionality of the device, we can highlight a few manufacturing secrets. Then a homemade laptop stand will perform all the functions that are inherent in expensive finished products of this type. Each tip will bring the homemade design closer to the ideal device for the gadget.
Tips for making a laptop stand have several standard points:
- It is better to make a design with a minimum enclosure.
- It is worth choosing a material that will not get very hot from the working mechanism.
- It is undesirable to cover the surface of the structure with paint or varnish, other combustible substances.
- If the case is solid, then it is worth making several holes in it through which the minimum ventilation of the system will be performed.
- It is desirable that the design is partially folded. So the stand will takeless space when not in use.
There are other secrets that depend on what material is used in the production base of this design.
What tools and materials do you need to prepare to make a plywood stand
Plywood is an ideal option for a budget, but quite decent stand. It is easy to work with the material, environmental friendliness and long-term operation are guaranteed. First you need to pick up the necessary tools:
- Jig saw used to separate the plywood itself.
- Self-tapping screws, which are selected according to the thickness of the plywood.
- Sandpaper of varying grits.
- Plastic cable channel with plywood thickness parameters.
- 2 small sheds.
- Rubber pads for furniture.
- Plywood sheet.
- File and grinder.
- Dishwashing sponge or cloth.
Some materials may be extra when making a different model of plywood stand. Sometimes additional components are required for the list.
Algorithm for making the simplest coaster
Plywood laptop stand is made according to the following algorithm:
- A drawing is being prepared, which indicates the dimensions, shapes and decorative elements. Design functionality is selected.
- With the help of a ruler and a simple pencil, the dimensions are transferred to the plywood board. Using a jigsaw, the main body shape is cut out.
- Sand with sandpaper andgrinder places cuts. Small gaps and grooves are ground with a file.
- Wipe the places of the treated cut with a rag or sponge. This will help remove construction dust.
- Slices are closed with a plastic cable channel.
- Parts are assembled by screwing in self-tapping screws. If the legs are folded, canopies will be used.
- In places where the stand can touch the surfaces of the table, rubber pads are fixed. This is done so that the structure does not slip.
According to the same algorithm, stands for laptops with cooling are made. It is enough to design a system that consists of a cooler and a power supply.
DIY Stand Cooling System
The simplest cooling system in the stand is the recesses in the design in the place where the bottom of the laptop will be placed. A more innovative option is a mechanism with automatic operation. Both the first and second options can be designed independently.
To create a cooling system you will need:
- A4 rough cardboard.
- Cooler from an old computer.
- USB plug.
- 15 centimeters of wire in a rubber insulator.
- Scissors, knife, electrical tape, screwdriver.
A laptop cooler stand is quick to assemble as a ready-made system is installed onfinished body. To create a mechanism, you will need the ability to work with technology, so it is better to contact a specialist. The cooling mechanism will be powered by the laptop's USB port.
Decorative finish of the product
Decoration is made in accordance with the type of material from which the do-it-yourself laptop stand is made. If the product contains metal parts, then they need to be painted over. This will prevent rust and corrosion.
Plywood can also be painted. There are special paints that do not heat up when exposed to warm air. The tree is often opened with varnish or stain. The wooden base can be pasted over with special stickers or self-adhesive wallpaper for furniture.
Woodcarving, burning a picture on plywood can become a quality decoration. Metal and clay elements will also be relevant for decorating the product. Attached with a glue gun away from a heat source.
Beautiful wood stand
A wooden construction will look very expensive and beautiful. At the same time, the material is completely environmentally friendly and natural, it will last a long time without breakdowns and claims. Working with wood requires more serious tools and skills than with plywood.
Laptop stand made of wood can be a small table with legs. And the simplest option would be a stand-frame. This design is easier to make than a solid table for a laptop. Need to buyseveral planks of medium thickness. Take measurements from the laptop and cut the slats. Twist the segments with self-tapping screws in the form of a frame.
It is worth considering that the size of the frame should be slightly smaller than the dimensions of the bottom of the device. According to the type of frame, legs for the stand can also be made. The connection to the main body is carried out through the use of canopies. Fixed option - self-tapping screws.
Stand accessories
Before you make a laptop stand, you need to think about the additional functionality of the product. You can make a table that will be used for serving breakfast in bed. Can be used as a food stand while watching TV.
You can make small compartments in the case to accommodate flash drives, cords, vacuum headphones. Pens, notepads are placed here. Some models may have bookends or LED desk lamps.
If you wish, you can consider other points regarding the use of the structure and its equipment.
Extraordinary designs in the modern sense
Even a child can make a laptop stand with their own hands using modern design solutions. At the same time, the time for manufacturing and material costs will be minimal.
From the remnants of plastic pipes, stands are folded in the form of a table with high legs. Pipes fold likeconstructor, so the design can change almost every day. You can create a small stand out of thick cardboard from ordinary shipping boxes with scissors. Fastening is made using cuts that fold like grooves.
In many cases, the originality of the design lies in the incompatible combination of materials, finishes and colors.
