The Family Handyman – September 2019

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AT TACH C A STERS

Fasten the casters near

the outer ends of the cabinet

bottoms using washer-head

screws. I used swiveling cast-

ers that lock to prevent roll-

ing as well as pivoting, so the

bench stays put while in use.

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BUILD THE SHELVES

Cut the small shelves to

size, allowing about 1/8 in. of

play between the shelf stan-

dards. Sand the shelves and

then attach the shelf lip. The

lip overhangs the tops of the

shelves to keep contents

from sliding out. Sand the

shelves and apply finish.

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BUILD THE

DRAWERS

After cutting the drawer

parts, draw an arc on one of

the drawer fronts using a roll

of tape or a paint can as a

guide. Cut out the arc and

sand it smooth (sandpaper

stapled to the cutout works

well for this). Repeat for the

other drawer fronts. Dado

the fronts and sides to accept

the bottoms. Assemble the

drawers using glue and brad

nails, and then apply finish.

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CUT THE HINGES

Secure the piano hinge

in a vise and cut the lengths

needed for the hinge panels

using a hacksaw. File the cut

edges smooth.

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