Modern cell phones (smartphones) are released almost every month thinner and thinner, as well as larger in other sizes. This advantage of theirs in some way turns into a disadvantage. As a rule, mobile phones spend a lot of time lying on a table or other flat surface.
It becomes more and more difficult to pick them up with your hands; they often fall out and get damaged when they fall on hard places. These inconveniences can be avoided very simply. Below we will present how to make a phone stand from scrap materials. That is, from everything that can be found in every apartment and house. Each piece of advice can be seen in our photos and in the video on how to make a stand.
From the sleeve
This is the cardboard base of a toilet paper roll. Prepare pins from the stationery set. They will serve as horizontal legs. At the top of the cardboard, cut a hole in the middle so that your phone can fit freely into it. We recommend looking here
- How to make a mirror - a detailed master class on making a mirror with your own hands (125 photos + video)
- How to make a table - choice of materials, design features and options for equipping the table (115 photos)
- How to make a sofa - the basics of making furniture yourself from scrap materials. 90 photos of simple and corner sofas, unusual sofa models
Beautiful and functional DIY wooden coasters
The characteristics of wood allow it to be used not only during construction, but also for the manufacture of all kinds of useful little things. You can make everything from wood - from cabinet furniture to a children's toy or key ring. Among all kinds of crafts, wooden stands stand out. They are easy to make and functional. Made with high quality, they will decorate a stylish interior.
- Advantages Self-production of stands
- Hot stand
- For books
- For laptop
- For tablet
- For phone
- For pencils
PVC
80 percent of apartment chemicals are bottled in PVC. Find an empty and flat one, or better yet a 0.5 liter semi-oval one. Wash well. Measure 24 cm from the bottom and cut off the entire top. We recommend looking here
- How to make a chair: drawings, diagrams, projects and building a chair with your own hands (110 photos and videos)
- How to make a box from wood or plywood with your own hands? Box components, instructions and drawings. Box manufacturing sequence
- How to make a wardrobe: advantages, materials, types of construction, design features. Drawings, assembly stages and 70 photos of beautiful works
Take the back part as the sole of a slipper and cut it off so that a full slipper comes out. The recess of the container will become a pocket for the gadget. Above, “on the heel of the slipper,” cut out a window. You will insert the plug of the mobile phone charger through it. The “slipper stand” with the gadget will hang on it. You can paint the toe of the stand with paints at your discretion or cover it with prints. Look at the picture.
- Simple DIY tablet stand
What you need to make a wooden phone holder
The main element is the basis of the future stand. Any board or piece of wood of suitable thickness will do. A long structure will take up too much space, but it should be enough to give the model stability.
The lack of length is compensated by the thickness of the base - this will make the stand more stable
You need to select a workpiece based on your phone model. The groove for long smartphones will have to be made deep, with a slope. Before starting work, you should make a small cutout and install the device into it, expanding it to the required size. A right angle is also acceptable, but working with the device will be less convenient.
- 9 best phone tripods from Aliexpress – 2020 rating
The minimum kit for preparing to create a stand includes:
- The basis. Wide beam of required thickness. There is no particular difference in the choice of wood, but some varieties are more difficult to process.
- Tool. A wood hacksaw, ideally a router, to create a recess. Sandpaper and files will help give the stand a nice appearance.
- Marking supplies - pencil, marker, ruler.
- Additional materials for creating complex and unusual models. Varnishes, paints, glue, decorative elements.
A simple design can be created using ready-made diagrams.
Option 7. Phone holders made from scrap materials
Coasters can be made from any items. I will name the most common and simplest manufacturing methods.
Holder made from children's construction set
We take a platform for Legos of the required size. We lay out the support wall with bricks. At the front we attach one or two parts in the form of a support for the body.
The slope is adjusted by the number of installed bricks
Cassette stand
You need to remove the block picture from the cassette holder, then the stand will be transparent. We tilt the lid back, as if turning the box inside out. We install the phone in the cassette pocket.
The slope is adjusted by the number of installed bricks
The cassette holder will not fit a large smartphone. Option only for small phone.
Glasses stand
No effort - turn the folded glasses over and insert the phone case. The only negative: it is impossible to adjust the angle of inclination.
Glasses must have good temples
Drawings of a wooden phone stand
This option is suitable for those who need functionality without excesses. A ready-made scheme is the fastest and most convenient way. Before starting work, print out a drawing or sketch of a wooden phone stand and work with the workpiece, observing the specified dimensions.
The dimensions can be taken as a basis for constructing your own drawings
If the dimensions are not suitable, they can be changed proportionally; the main thing is that the groove continues to hold the device. Some schemes are initially designed for flagship models with a wide display - if you have a more compact device, you can safely reduce the parameters.
How about a dragon made of wood? It also flaps its wings
This model is called Dragon Hurricane, costs 3990 rubles. There are 320 parts here.
I don’t have a photo of the assembly process for this particular model, but I can say one thing. This thing looks very cool in real life. And yes, she moves!
The stand here is mechanical and springs up and down, creating the effect of flight. But these are “flowers”.
The main thing is that the dragon starts up with the key in its “belly”, begins to shake its head, flap its wings and paws. And all this is made only of wood, and sprinkled with several rubber bands. Simple and brilliant at the same time.
Moreover, these are far from the most advanced Ugears models from a mechanical point of view. I already talked about a safe earlier, in which the entire coding and locking mechanism is made of wood. But what about a roadster with an 8-cylinder engine?
Or a whole HORSE that walks?
Why did I even watch all these videos, now I want everything. At least make a separate shelf for this. Because, unlike a plastic construction set, Ugears are not a shame to keep and display in the interior.
And you will demonstrate it often (checked personally), because for now, in a scientifically inexplicable way, any man at a party wants to take it, run it and say “wow.”
How to make a phone stand out of wood
Before starting work, you need to prepare the foundation. You can process it in several ways:
- using a router - fix it on the rails, align it on both sides;
- miter or circular saw;
- with a simple hand tool for wood.
A telephone is placed on the finished block. The distance between the future recess and the back side should be a couple of centimeters greater than the length of the device.
The next stage is creating a fixing recess. It is recommended to make the groove not too deep. If you have no experience, it is better to make a rough cut, install a smartphone and make improvements until it is completely stable.
The surface of the stand is sanded with sandpaper. If you have a tool, it is recommended to round the corners - this way the stand will look aesthetically pleasing and neat, even in a simple design. The surface can be coated with colorless oil, or given the desired shade.
- DIY headphone stand
Simple phone stand for wooden table
The basic version looks the most minimalistic - the device will be small and universal. Wood is a classic material, so the product will fit into any interior; the stand will look good both at home and on the office desk.
Advice! A simple wood phone stand project is the best way to practice. You should not take expensive types of wood as a workpiece; an ordinary beam or board will do.
You can focus on one phone model or several devices. For example, make cross grooves along and across the workpiece. The narrow slot will fit a smartphone, and the wide slot will fit a tablet or e-reader.
Sophisticated phone holder made of wood
A complex design is a way to turn an object that is simple in its purpose into an interesting element of the interior. The stand in this case can be made of several parts. One example is a design based on the principle of a photo frame. One surface fixes the device, the other serves as a support.
There are two popular options:
- The recesses are cut to fit the size of the phone. When placed in the stand, the smartphone looks like a glove - the screen is flush with the wooden surface. Additionally, you can make a recess for the charging cable. The stand looks impressive, but requires careful preparation - the dimensions must match perfectly. It is difficult to make it without a router the first time - numerous modifications will be required.
- Two planks are placed at an angle. One serves as a support for both the entire structure and the bottom of the phone. The second is installed obliquely. One of the advantages is that the stand can be made wide, suitable for any devices; holders for accessories or office supplies are placed in the free space.
When preparing for work, special attention should be paid to the final processing of the product. The workpiece is initially selected from high-quality wood species - for example, to match the shades of the interior. The surface is treated with impregnation and varnish. Attention! When working with paints and varnishes, you must follow the safety rules indicated on the containers.
Original phone stand on a wooden table
The vertical surface can be further highlighted by giving it a bizarre shape - as much as your imagination allows. If you have tools and a piece of sufficient thickness, you can make it in the form of a hand holding the device.
You can detail the holding part in any way - give it an interesting shape, decorate it
The functionality can be expanded and slots can be made for other small devices - a holder for a watch, a stylus. Wood is easy to process, so there will be no difficulties in improving the design.
The finished phone stand can be painted and a logo applied using a laser or burner - a way to turn the product into a custom work of art.
Option 2. Use pencils
Not everyone has binders on hand - you can take pencils. There are two ways to make a stand.
Method 1
Prepare:
- pencils - 6 pcs.,
- elastic bands - 4 pcs.
The design will be large, but durable. To ensure stability and prevent slipping, it is better to take pencils with an eraser.
Tetrahedron stand for mobile phone made from pencils
Method 2
5 pencils make a more convenient stand. You will also need 4 rubber bands. The mobile phone body is held well between two horizontally positioned pencils.
The bottom elastic bands should coincide with the edges of the case
Useful tips
Several recommendations will help you avoid difficulties during your work:
- The phone is prevented from sliding by installing a small locking bar;
- Sanding the entire stand is not necessary, but rough spots under the phone will scratch the body or case;
- before creating a complex stand, it is worth making a draft - a rough layout, to determine the exact dimensions and possible errors;
- the groove in the workpiece is made to a depth of no more than half of the total thickness.
As with any craft made from wood, you may not get the phone stand right the first time. The most common problem is an incorrectly sized indentation that prevents the phone from holding. There is nothing scary about this - a bad experience will help in future work.
Features of the use of wooden products
Despite the fact that new materials are constantly appearing, intended for various kinds of crafts, wood confidently leads in the ranking of preferences of home craftsmen. Its significant advantage is that it is natural, it does not harm humans and can even be used in children's rooms.
Wood is easy to work with and looks beautiful, but when choosing a material, it is important not to forget about its protection. In order for a tree to please the eye with its natural texture for a long time, you need to follow a few simple tips:
- protect the product from moisture;
- treat with an antiseptic and open with varnish to protect against pests;
- avoid shock loads;
- keep away from fire and exposure to high temperatures.
Making wooden coasters is simple and interesting. Whether it becomes a hobby or not is not so important, but it’s worth a try. Who knows, maybe a useful activity will not only fill your leisure time and diversify your life with beautiful and functional things, but will also become a source of additional income.
Photo of wooden phone stands
Examples of finished products - from simple designs to intricate and designer ones.
The stand needs careful surface treatment - at least with sandpaper, ideally - coated with colorless varnish. Thanks to the cutout, the stand becomes a multifunctional product, it is convenient to place watches or other accessories. You need to use it carefully - an awkward movement and the stand can tip over. When decorating, it is worth remembering that part of the area is blocked by the phone itself - you should not focus only on this area
Option 3. Bottle models
A plastic bottle can become a holder while charging your phone. The type of stand is different - it all depends on the chosen container. Take any small containers from any means:
- shampoo;
- liquid soap;
- lotion;
- shower gel;
- bulk substances;
- cleaning products, etc.
The neck is cut off, part of the bottle wall is removed (on one side), up to the middle. The size of the slot is made the same length as the phone body. The remaining wall of the container is needed for hanging. We make a slot in it for the adapter cable so that it holds the structure while charging.
The bottle design resembles a mini bag
Match the bottle to the size of your smartphone. The width should be slightly wider so that the flexible cable cord can be stored there.
The cutout must match the size of the adapter
The hanging pocket can be painted with acrylic paints or decorated with applique.
