How to Build a Moving Bookcase
If you are a big book lover and have dozens of book lying at home, what better way to enjoy them than to build your own bookshelf? But we're not talking about just an ordinary and boring bookshelf. Since it is now modern times, making a mobile bookshelf is now recommended. Aside from that, you can easily transport your bookcase if you want to redecorate your home. It is simple to build a moving bookcase.
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Things You'll Need
- Bookshelf
- 4 wheels or a set of casters
- Power drill
- Medium-grade sandpaper
- Wood glue
Instructions
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Remove your books from the bookshelf you already have. Flip over the bookshelf so that the bottom part is facing you. This will allow you to easily add the wheels.
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Sand the bottom part of the bookshelf. Wipe away the remaining sand dust. Drill holes in the bottom part of your bookshelf so you can attach the wheels. If you will be using a caster that has an attached shaft, drill one hole for every leg. Ensure that these holes are similar in length to shaft of the caster. If you will use wheels that have a metal plate, drill in the four equivalent holes for every wheel.
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Place a tiny amount of wood glue on every hole. For the casters, ram the shaft into the void as far as it will allow. If you are using wheels, place the screws tightly on all four holes.
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Tips & Warnings
Before you begin, place a piece of padded cloth, like a blanket, underneath the bookshelf. This will protect your floor when you add in the wheels. Also, when you are working with shop tools, use gloves and eye protection. Last, make sure no kids are anywhere near you as you work on this project.
