How to make a stool with no more nails

Create a functional and stylish stool, without using a single nail, thanks to Bostik No More Nails! Begin by measuring and cutting a flat wood panel to a 12–15-inch square. Drill holes into it using a hole saw, then chisel matching wooden pegs from 2×2 lumber to fit as the stool legs. Apply a generous layer of No More Nails to each peg, insert them into the holes with a slight outward angle, and let it bond securely. A quick sanding smooths out any rough edges, and you’ll be left with a reliable, DIY seat that looks great and performs even better. Ready in just a couple of hours—no hardware needed! 🪑⏱️✨

Instructions

Step 1: Measure

Measure 12–15 inches on the flat wooden palette. Cut with an electric or regular saw.

Step 2: Mark

Lay the flat wood horizontally. Measure 1 inch from each side and 3/4 inch from the top. Mark where you will drill holes, which should be the same size as your hole saw (32 mm).

Step 3: Chisel away

For the stool’s legs, measure 5 inches each on the 2 x 2 wood. Using a saw, cut the wood at a slight angle. Match the height of the round peg with the thickness of your flat wood. Be sure to use a bigger-sized hole saw (38 mm). Chisel away at the wood around the round peg.

Step 4: Plug in

Put Bostik No More Nails all over the round pegs of the stool’s legs. Plug the legs into the holes, slightly slanted outward.

Step 5: Sand down

Sand down rough areas and paint the stool, or keep it rustic.

Step 6: Liven up

Use the stool for dad’s stuff.

Tip

Sprucing up your home should be easy with No More Nails. No More Nails is available in our ecommerce stores.

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