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As your power tool collections grow it becomes more important to provide safe, convenient, closed storage for the tools and accessories. View the power tool cabinet, measuring 48 x 24 x 16 inches, is designed to accommodate the following tools and accessories: a circular...
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Review this article thoroughly before proceeding with this project. Go through the tools and materials checklist and study your plans carefully. Know the safety standards for the project. Before you begin, plan to gather the items that you will be using, and place them...
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The single most common mistake in any do it yourself project is the failure to read and follow the manufacturer's instructions for any tool or material being used. Other common mistakes include taking the safety measures that are laid out for a project for granted, and...
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With the prices of quality wood furniture increasing, many do-it-yourselfers are making their own custom pieces. In this article, we are going to show you the correct way to build a lovely bookcase in your own workshop. We will take you through step by step, from initial...
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Have your assistant ready during this step. Layout and measuring everything first is a critical step to avoid any mistakes. Begin the bookcase by cutting the 4' x 8' sheet of plywood with the good side up to size.
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To measure and cut the carcass/shell, mark and make the dado cuts in the side panels to support the top, bottom and fixed shelves. A router is the best tool to use on long pieces, as long pieces of plywood can be hard to handle on a table saw.
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The pieces of the bookcase must be assembled DRY prior to gluing to make sure everything fits together properly. Use a framing square to draw a line on the outside of the plywood for each dado joint so when finishing nails are used they will penetrate the shelves and not...
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First build the face frame and attach it to the unit. Never build it on the unit itself. This will assure a strong face frame on the cabinet. Building a Book Case step 7 - Face Frame .
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The molding customizes your bookcase and puts your personal stamp on it. The crown molding looks complex, but is really one piece of wood cut into two pieces. Take your time and make accurate cuts.
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Adding finishing touches to your bookcase is the final step when Building a Book Case. It all comes down to the finish. Here is step 9 - Finishing Touches when building your own bookcase.
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