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Convertible 3 in 1 Toy Chest

Step-by-step build — 5 steps. Also available as a print sheet.

  1. 1Assemble the box

    • Cut the sides of the toy box to size. Using a drill and a router notch out the handles on the two side boards. Using a jigsaw cut the lip into the 2 sides and front panel boards.
    • Now assemble using pocket screws the base of the toy box.
    Convertible 3 in 1 Toy Chest — step photo 5
  2. 2Attach the lid

    • Attach the lid to the top of the toy box.
    • Start by attaching the back fixed portion of the lid. This is where the backrest board will rest when the toy box is a bench.
    • Now using the narrow hinges attach the lid in front and flush with the fixed board. I recommend using a router to recess the hinge.
    Convertible 3 in 1 Toy Chest — step photo 6
  3. 3Back Rest

    Cut out the backrest. Using a jigsaw create a curved top. Actually, with the back rest, you can get creative with how you choose to cut the top portion of the backrest. For this, I just curved the top sides. It's just important that the side and bottom stay straight.

    Convertible 3 in 1 Toy Chest — step photo 7
  4. 4Assemble table top

    WIth the backrest cut out attach Armrest and support legs to the backrest. I recommend attaching the 1x2s together first then attaching it to the backrest.

    Convertible 3 in 1 Toy Chest — step photo 8
  5. 5Creating the bench table

    • Mount backrest/table top to toy box base by drilling a hole for the 1/4 in. Hex Cap Screw.
    • Place washers between each board on both sides and secure it with the nut inside the toy box.
    • Then drill a hole for the placement of the eyebolt. This is what will secure the table in place when the backrest is down and in a table position or when it's up in a bench position.
    Convertible 3 in 1 Toy Chest — step photo 9