In the prior photos (0 Bookcase), though hard to see, I have already prepared the corners of the frame. Specific steps were:
Cut selected (i.e., no flaws that will weaken the frame) 8 / 4 poplar to rough length on the miter saw
Divide these lengths into about 3 1/2 inches rough width on the band saw [...]
Posted on March 28th, 2010 by Carl
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A young lady asked me to build a Mission style bookcase as in the rough sketch below.
so I thought I would document the steps in its construction.
Here are shots of the rough wood – poplar.
I need 3 sizes – 4 / 4 for the shelves and panels, 6 / 4 for the frame components, the top and doors, [...]
Posted on March 25th, 2010 by Carl
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I used the plans in a Quebec do-it-your-self publication exactly, including mitering the 4 corners of this piece and preparing the 2 piece cornice.
This is the first time I made such a crown moulding. Since I do not have a cutter/bit with the required profile, I used an old (extra) router bit from which I [...]
Posted on March 21st, 2010 by Carl
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Here is a photo of a past project (I have had technical problems and was not able to post until now) … a custom made bathroom vanity in solid ash.
Bathroom Vanity
The mirror and back splash / ledge were not yet installed when I took these pix.
Posted on March 21st, 2010 by Carl
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