Building an armoire
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3po3 on May 19, 2012Sounds like you have a really specific idea of what you want. Might be worth paying a local carpenter for some nice detailed plans for you. Might even help you with some of the more complicated woodworking for a reasonable rate.Helpful Reply
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KMS Woodworks on May 21, 2012You might be able to work around ready made "slat" doors. The rest will be a lot easier. Picking up a set of slated bi-folds and designing around them would be were I would start. Material selection will also play a big role, as your budget will as well. A number of years ago I built a "blanket chest" for my daughters using some Santa Maria, Chechen, and Pallea...the wood alone for that was many 100's of dollars. http://www.hometalk.com/Kevin/project/2591 fir or oak plywood by comparison can be had for 30 to 40 bucks a sheet. Sheet stock is the best for building large "boxes" as it is can make entire sides with a single piece. Do you have access to a table saw?... here are some plan ideas to get your thinking http://thedinosaurwalk.com/armoire-plans/Helpful Reply
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Meg S on May 21, 2012I saw some great armoires made from tv cabinets and nice hutches...I like to repurpose by finding a few peices that I can take apart and refigure to make it exactly what I want. tv cabinets are nice because the older one have the depth you need and some have side shelves for the clothes too.Helpful Reply
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Amanda M on May 24, 2012These are great ideas. Thanks, everyone!Helpful Reply
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Amanda M on May 24, 2012Meg S, I also like to repurpose and upcycle when I can. Many of my projects have been completed with scrap lumber from other projects, neighbors, and from my husband's work site. For example, I used a leftover sectional fence to create a headboard for my oldest daughter's bed. Another example, I've used pallets to create floating shelves in my son's room.Helpful Reply
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Meg S on May 24, 2012it certainly is more fun, economical and whatever you make is a one of a kind thats good to our earth! Love it...Helpful Reply
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