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Open Shelving

Smart Solutions : Episode SSL-644 -- More Projects »
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Installing a shelf is an easy way to add versatile storage space.
Home expert Ben Allen shows how to add decorative storage space to any room by installing open shelves.

Making a Shelf

Materials:

4 pieces of 1" x 8" lumber (any length for the size shelf you want)
adjustable clamp
12 screws
power drill
screwdriver
wood putty
150-grit sandpaper
keyhole hangers

Steps:


  1. The shelf can be any size you like, but for this example, a rectangular shelf is constructed. There will be two long pieces of wood and two short ones.
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Figure A
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Figure B
  • Attach the two longer pieces to a short piece of wood (figure A) by utilizing an adjustable clamp to secure the wood together.

  • Screws should be inserted with the aid of a power drill. Make sure the head of the screw is flush with the wood (figure B) by countersinking the screw. Drill a hole the width and length of the screw, then make a divot in the wood so that the screw is flush.

  • Once the screws are in, cover with a small amount of wood putty so that the area is flush and ready for painting.

  • Add the other short piece of wood to finish the rectangle shape. Once all screws are tight and in place, smooth the wood with sandpaper.
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    Figure C
  • Add keyhole hangers by chiseling an area on each edge to accommodate each one (figure C).

    • Resources
    Decorating 1-2-3: Faux Painting, Wallpapering, Window Treatments, Floors, Molding & Trim...
    by Home Depot; Ben Allen, Editor
    Meredith Corporation, 2000
    Order this title from Amazon.com.
    The full title is Decorating 1-2-3: Faux Painting, Wallpapering, Window Treatments, Floors, Molding & Trim, Lighting, Step-By-Step.

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    Ben Allen
    Executive Editor, Meredith Corporation, 1-2-3 Books
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    Des Moines, IA 50309-3023
    Phone: 515-284-2415
    Toll-free: 800-678-8091
    E-mail: HI123@mdp.com
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