A great compromise of form and function. This Pottery Barn inspired cubby organizer is part of a modular set that can be used in combination with other modular pieces (see image 2), or it can be used alone!
Tools
Other Tools
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Miter Saw
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Tape Measure
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Drill (cordless)
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Nail Gun
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Sander
Materials
Wood Products
- 2 Board , 1x6 , 96"
- 1 Board , 1x2 , 96"
Hardware & Supplies
- 1 2" 16 gauge nails
- 1 Wood Glue
- 2 Mounting Brackets
- 1 Desired Paint and/or Stain
Directions
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Assemble Frame
Join both 25 1/2" and 24" 1x6" boards using wood glue and 2 inch, 16 gauge finishing nails. This will form a 25 1/2" square.
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Vertical Divider
Insert remaining 1"x 6"x 24" board centered vertically. Glue and secure using 2" 18 gauge finish nails.
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Shelf Insert
Using (2) of the 1"x 6"x 11 3/4" boards and the 1"x 6"x 7 1/2" board, and form a "I". Make sure that the 7 1/2" board is centered on both 11 3/4" boards. Use wood glue and reinforce with 2" 16 gauge finish nails.
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Shelves
Insert the pre-assembled "I" shelf so that the base of the bottom board is 17" from the top of the unit.
On the right hand side, insert the remaining 1"x 6"x 11 3/4" board. Position it so that the bottom of the board is 13" from the top of the unit.
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Front Rails
Attach the 25 1/2" 1x2" board(s) to the face of the unit using wood glue and 2 inch 16 gauge finishing nails.
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Back Support
Attach the remaining 24" 1x2"board using wood glue and 2 inch 16 gauge finishing nails. This is an ideal place to attach the unit to the wall, or you can attach hanging hardware to the back.
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Finish
Fill all nail holes with wood filler. Sand smooth, then apply desire stain and/or paint.