DIY Over-the-Toilet Shelf

Instructions

1. 1Check Dimensions & Cut List

   Prior to starting this project, check the dimensions and cut list.

2. 2Rip Dados

   Using the table saw rip dados in two shelf pieces to create the tracks that the doors will slide in. You can also use a router, if preferred. On the top shelf the dados with be 1/4" deep and bottom shelf need to be 1/8" deep. This will allow proper installation of the doors.

3. 3French Cleat

   Rip the french cleat at a 45 degree angle on the table saw.

4. 4Start Assembly

   • Drill 3/4" pocket holes and assemble using wood glue and 1 1/4" pocket holes screws.
   • Start assembling with the two sides, bottom shelf and trim, then working your way up the shelves. Pay close attention to orientation of bottom and top shelf with dados. If they aren't oriented correctly doors won't work. (See picture for best pocket hole orientation.)

5. 5Install French Cleat

   Install top of french cleat with countersunk 1 1/4" wood screws.

6. 6Attach Top

   Using 1 1/4" pocket hole screws and wood glue attach top.

7. 7Finger Pulls

   Drill 1" finger holes pulls 2" from top and 2" from side.

8. 8Finish It!

   • Sand and then finish it in your choice of stain, paint, or sealer! And then lastly install doors.
   • Place back door in back dado at the top and it will fall into bottom dado.
   • Repeat with front door. Waxing the dado track with help with opening and closing the doors.

9. 9Visit www.theAwesomeOrange.com

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