[DIY] DIY for under 1,000 yen. The ideal cypress-scented palm rest

This article is for those who aren't satisfied with store-bought palm rests, those who love the warm texture of wood, and those who are wondering, "Can I make one myself?" It summarizes how to make a DIY cypress palm rest for under 1,000 yen in materials.
I have introduced the process I actually followed, the tools I used, and the finishing touches so that even beginners can replicate it.

In this article, I will introduce how to make the keyboard palm rest I made a little while ago.

Materials:

I bought all the materials at a home improvement store.
A board of the perfect size was sold at my local Kohnan, so I used it as is without cutting it this time.

I chose cypress from among the many types of wood because it has a fine grain and allows you to enjoy a smooth texture.
Since my hands are always touching it while operating the keyboard, this "smooth texture" was a non-negotiable point for me.

The only processing I did was rounding the corners and sanding the surface.

For rounding the corners, these tools are easy to use and recommended.

Tajima Sander SA-50 Medium

NT Dresser Medium L-30P

Honestly, both are classic tools that are hard to choose between, but for this palm rest project, I felt the Tajima was slightly more comfortable in my hand and easier to work with.

Since it is a metal file, it doesn't clog easily and can round corners faster than sandpaper, so it's a tool worth having if you like DIY.

Now, once you have finished sanding to your satisfaction, attach the rubber feet as a finishing touch.

By adding just a slight angle, the height difference with the keyboard disappears, resulting in the "perfect angle" for typing.

For the final finish, I didn't use standard varnish, but rather an unexpected item.

It is called "Leather Master FIN-400."

Although it is originally intended for leather care, its main ingredients are natural materials like beeswax and jojoba oil, so it is actually perfect for finishing wood as well.

It is easy to use: just apply an appropriate amount with a soft cloth, let it sit for about half a day to a full day, and then wipe it off with a dry cloth.
If you wipe it off carefully, it won't be sticky at all.

Since it doesn't harden the surface like varnish, you can clearly feel the natural texture of the cypress, and it results in a slightly moist, gentle touch.

That concludes my introduction to
another way you can make one.

Thank you for reading.

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