How to build a bookshelf
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How to Build a Bookshelf
By Clay Pierson
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Getting Started
Draft a plan
Size
Shape
Design
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Tools
Table Saw
Normal wood saw blade
Dado blade
Wood glue
Paint brush
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Materials
Pine boards
or
Oak boards
Stain or clear coat.
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Assembly
Cut wood to desired length.
2 sides
1 top
Number of levels desired
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Assembly
Cut rabbit joints (see drawings)
Cut the side boards for the shelving and the top.
Cut the top board to fit the side boards
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Assembly
Apply glue where the boards will be jointed together.
make sure all pieces fit together properly before applying the glue
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Assembly
Wipe excess glue away from joints with a damp paper towel.
Let glue dry for a minimum of 24 hours
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Finish work
Apply the stain or clear coat.
Make sure not to leave any bubbles
Let dry over night and add as many coats as desired.
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Finished Product
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Sources
Slide 2 - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Technical_drawing_tools
Slied 10 - http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Jewish_bookshelf.jpg