Making Life RICH:: DIY Whiteboard: Even a Four Year Old Can Make It

Hey there!

Kristen started homeschooling Nate this past September, and we are also planning to homeschool Ransford and Godfred after they come home. This has led us to slowly convert a spare room into a learning area. This past week, we added a 4 x 6 foot Do-It-Yourself whiteboard to the room. So, if you are looking for a project, and want to keep cheap, this DIY whiteboard project might be for you. It is great for a classroom or office and can be used for projects, school work, or just doodling. It is so easy, even a four year old can do it. Here are the details:

What You Need

1/8-in 4x8 ft White/Gloss Hardboard Wall Panel aka the Whiteboard (cut to desired size). $13.47
Four, 1-3/8 in Polystyrene Moulding. $5.47 x4 = $21.88
25-30 Drywall Screws. Less than $3.00
Miter Box & Saw for cutting 45 degree angles on moulding. $7.18
Cost is right around $45.

How to Do It

1. First, gather your materials and change out of your onesie.

2. Ok, now that we are properly clothed, place the whiteboard against the wall and add 12-15 screws. Be sure to hit a few studs throughout.

3. Use your miter box to cut 45 degree angles on the moulding. We secured the moulding to the wall with 2-3 black colored screws per side. Though the screws can be seen, you have to really look to notice them.

4. If the moulding needs to be shortened, use your miter box to adjust the length. Remember, you can always take length off but you cannot add length after it has been cut.