Burnt River Step Stool - Plan

Burnt River Cottage Step — PDF Build Plan

Weekend cottage step stool plan. One 2×10 (partial), one 2×4, about 8¼" tall. Build it yourself — PDF download.

Description Need a sturdy little step for the mudroom, shop, or cottage kitchen? The Burnt River Cottage Step is a simple weekend build — honest wood, no fancy joinery tricks.

This is the PDF plan Tim built from: cut list, dimensions, and assembly notes so you can make your own. Roughly one 2×10 for the top and one 2×4 for the legs and aprons. Finished height about 8¼" — one solid step, not a ladder.

Beginner-friendly. Shop dust welcome. Inspired by the classic straight-leg idea; this version is Kawartha Wood’s own Burnt River plan.

Print it, take it to the bench, build it once — or twice if the cottage needs a matching pair.

What’s included

• Printable PDF build plan
• Cut list and overall dimensions
• Assembly steps in plain English
• Notes on lumber, fasteners, and finish
• Instant digital download (no physical stool shipped)

Notes

• Digital PDF only — plan, not a finished stool
• Instant download after purchase
• Personal / household use — don’t resell the file
• Tools and lumber not included