Another piece for the Oak Park Elementary Collection… This would be a great addition to a family room or craft room, also! The mod lines of this piece will blend perfectly with any modern decor or vintage decor!
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$50-$75
- Tape Measure
- Saw – Jig, Circular, or Miter
- Drill
- Square
- Sander
- Kreg Jig
- Hammer or Brad nailer
- 1 full sheet of ¾” plywood
- 1 half sheet of ¾” plywood
- 1 sheet of ¼” plywood
- 1 – 1×2 at 6’
- 1 – 2×4 at 8’
- 4 – 4×4 scraps at 4” long
- 1¼” pocket hole screws
- 1 ¼” screws
- 2 ½” screws
- Small nails or 1” brads
- Countersink bit for Drill
- 4 – back to back wrap-around hinges
- 2 – handles
- Edge banding, if desired
- Wood filler
- Sandpaper
- Wood glue
- Finishing Supplies
- 2 – 13-1/4” x 48” of ¾” plywood – Sides
- 1 – 13” x 35-1/2” of ¾” plywood – Bottom
- 1 – 13” x 34” of ¾” plywood – Lower Shelf
- 2 – 1×2 at 12-1/4” – Lower Shelf Supports
- 1 – 10-3/8” x 34” of ¾” plywood – Middle Shelf
- 2 – 1×2 at 10-3/8” – Middle Shelf Supports
- 1 – 7-3/4” x 34” of ¾” plywood – Top Shelf
- 2 – 1×2 at 7-3/4” – Top Shelf Supports
- 1 – 35-1/2” x 48-3/4” of ¼” plywood – Back
- 2 – 16-1/4” x 16-3/4” of ¾” plywood – Doors
- 2 – 2×4 at 29-1/2” – Base
- 2 – 2×4 at 7” – Base
- 4 – 4×4 at 4” – Legs
Before beginning to build, always check in on my site to make sure you have the most up to date set of plans, I occasionally update and change the plans to make the building process easier or to allow for less expensive purchasing of materials! Read through the entire set of instructions and all comments before beginning this project. If you print out or save plans, be sure to check in on my site to be sure you have the most up to date set of plans, as I occasionally update things for ease of building or buying.
If you are new to building, read through the GETTING STARTED section and other articles found under the BUILD tab in the menu on my site, it has valuable information about how to get started, tools and techniques. If you are unfamiliar with the finishing process, visit my Finishing school for some tips and tricks for painting like a pro and for special finishing practices. Use glue to secure your joints and Consider Painting or Staining individual sections prior to assembling. This makes the paint application virtually flawless. Coat with a spray on Poly or Wipe on Poly to protect your finish and your piece and it will last for ages.
Adhere to all safety standards and guidelines, and be sure you follow safety protocol throughout your build. If you are unsure about whether you are building safely, run a quick online search for the tool or technique you are using, or contact me via email or post to the forum before you move ahead. My contact info can be found in the menu of my site.
** If using edge banding, it will need to be applied to the exposed edges of the plywood before assembly. **
Cut the pieces for the sides as indicated. Set the Kreg jig for ¾” material and drill pocket holes in the bottom of each side.
Cut the piece for the bottom and attach to the sides with 1-1/4” pocket hole screws.
Cut the 1×2 pieces for the lower shelf supports. Attach to the cabinet at the spacing indicated in the drawing with glue and countersunk 1-1/4” screws. They will need to be located ¾”
Cut the piece for the lower shelf. Attach to the shelf supports with glue and countersunk screws through the top of the shelf.
Cut the pieces for the middle shelf supports. Attach to the cabinet at the spacing indicated in the drawing and in the same manner as the lower shelf supports.
Cut the piece for the middle shelf. Attach to the shelf supports in the same manner as the lower shelf.
Cut the pieces for the top shelf supports. Attach to the cabinet at the spacing indicated in the drawing and in the same manner as the lower and middle shelf supports.
Cut the piece for the top shelf. Attach to the shelf supports in the same manner as the middle and lower shelves.
Cut the piece for the back from the ¼” plywood. Check the cabinet for square and adjust as necessary. Attach to the back of the cabinet with glue and brad nails.
Cut the 2×4 and 4×4 pieces for the base. Set the Kreg jig for 1-1/2” material and drill pocket holes in each end of the 2x4s. Attach the 2x4s to the 4×4 legs with 2-1/2” screws.
Attach the base to the bottom of the bookcase by drilling countersunk screws through the bottom of the bookcase into the base frame.
Cut the pieces for the doors. There will be a 1/8” gap around all sides of the doors. It may be easier in this case to attach the hinges to the cabinet, then attach the doors to the hinges. Mark the placement for the handles and attach them to the doors.
Fill any Screw, Nail or Pocket Holes, Sand and Finish as Desired. For Finishing Tips and Tricks visit my Finishing School
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