Things You'll Need:
- (1) 10 foot long 1x6 plank
- (4) 30 inch long 2x2 pieces of wood
- Crown moulding
- Miter saw
- Tape measure
- Wood filler
- Sander
- Drill
- Screws
- Brad nailer
- Brads
- Glue
- Paint or stain
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Step 1
Make these cuts from the plank:
2 pieces @ 30 inches long x 5 1/4 inches wide
3 pieces @ 10 1/2 inches long x 5 1/4 inches wide
2 pieces @ 22 inches long x 2 inches wide
2 pieces @ 6 inches long x 2 inches wide -
Step 2
Sand all surfaces.
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Step 3
Attach (1) 10 1/2 inch long piece to the tops of 2 legs (the 2x2s) so that the legs are 6 inches apart. Measure up 5 inches from the bottoms of the legs and span them with a 2 inch x 6 inch plank (attached horizontally - the 1 inch side up and down). Repeat with the other legs.
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Step 4
Attach the two sets of legs together using the 22 inch long x 2 inch wide planks also 5 inches from the bottom.
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Step 5
Attach the top. Place the (2) 30 inch long pieces on top of the frame, evenly spaced front to back and side to side. Attach the remaining 10 1/2 piece under the top for added support. Make sure the 2 top planks are flush on top and on both ends.
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Step 6
Cut the crown moulding to length for the front and both sides. Attach using brads.
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Step 7
Fill in all holes with wood filler and sand smooth.
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Step 8
Paint or stain to your liking.
