How to Make Plans for a White Pine Cedar Cabin Furniture
Traditionally rustic cabin furniture was designed for function and durability, using wood that was harvested in the local environment. White pine is a favorite of wood artisans and furniture makers as it is pliable and easy to work with. The natural beauty of while pine furniture will add warmth and decorative appeal to your cabin decor. Plans for white pine furniture construction are available from building supply outlets, or you can design and sketch out your own plan for cabin furniture that will be cherished by generations to come. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Tape measure
- Sketch pad and pencil
- Furniture brochures or pictures
- Pocket calculator
- Digital camera
Instructions
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Visit a furniture showroom for inspiration. Use a digital camera and take photos of interesting design elements you wish to incorporate into your furniture plans. Request furniture brochures for study and review.
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Determine if you wish to craft a single item of furniture or pieces for the entire cabin. Will the furniture be mobile, attached or built into the construction of the cabin? Design pieces that will fit the room and can be moved through doorways or up and down staircases.
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Consider if you wish to build your own furniture or finish pre-built, unfinished white pine furniture for your camp or cabin.
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Sketch out your furniture design. Take measurements from other pieces of furniture to determine height, width and depth desired. Make a note of where you wish to position knots, burls or character marks. Make a list of the amount and size of pieces of lumber required for the project. Gather tools, lumber and supplies.
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Decide if you wish to oil finish, varnish or paint the furniture piece. White pine is a rather soft wood with a uniform and close grain. The color is a lovely light yellow without strong markings and shows its beauty best when finished with hand-rubbed linseed oil after carefully sanding. Make a list of products and materials required for the project.
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