How to Build a Portable Lazy Susan
A lazy Susan is an excellent way of sharing food, condiments and spices at a large table. Making a portable lazy Susan takes it a step further and allows you to quickly move the assembly from the kitchen to a picnic table and back again. Building your own portable lazy Susan is a simple and fast project.
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Things You'll Need
- 14 inch square wood top, 1 inch thick
- Bearing swivel base
- 12 inch "U" handle
- Drill with 1/8 inch bit
- Screw
- Screwdriver
- String
- Pencil
- Jigsaw
- Sandpaper
- Router with ¼ inch depth bit
- Paint or stain
Instructions
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Drill a 1/8 inch hole in the 14 inch square top and place a screw into the hole. Tie a string to the screw and a pencil to the other end and adjust the length so you're able to create a circle on the board. Cut along the line with a jigsaw and sand the edge of the board.
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Shorten the string by 1 inch and make another circle. Use a router to hollow out the center to a depth of ΒΌ inch. Sand the inside and stain or paint the top along with the base and handle if desired.
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Turn the tray of the portable lazy Susan on its back and install the bearing base in the center by marking the mounting holes with a pencil, drilling and securing with the provided screws. Ensure the mount is tight and the top spins easily but is secure. The top must rotate smoothly without catching or hopping.
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Place the handle onto the top and mark the screw holes with a pencil. Drill a 1/8 inch hole through each mark and screw the handle in place. Load the portable lazy Susan and you're ready for the next big family gathering.
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