Corner Cubby
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I've had a little more time to progress the Corner Cubby. The frame members have been reduced to ex 75 x 19 and look better / lighter I think.
I have also eliminated the infill panel (white hardboard) on the two back panels. This raised a problem of pens etc rolling off the desktop and shelves. I am getting around this by fitting a 12mm lip to the rear of the desktop and shelves. Once I had this done I extended the lip 12mm below the surfaces also as this allowed to possible fixing space and reversing the desktop and shelves.
In the area of fabrication we will be using tongues and 'gorilla glue'. I have located the door hinges but can't find a suitable glider for the lead folding door. What I need is a fitting that fits under the leading edge (approx. 19mm - 3/4") and allows the door to glide on the floor surface. I have found a few possibilities but nothing that is ideal. On option would be Automatic Leveling Glides http://www.superior-components.com/automatic_leveling_glides.htm The ideal solution (I think) would be a side mounted spring loaded plastic ball roller! Any suggestions on if or where this might be obtained would be most welcome.
We have decided to make the framing in beech and am now starting on the cutting list.
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@mike lucey said:
The ideal solution (I think) would be a side mounted spring loaded plastic ball roller! Any suggestions on if or where this might be obtained would be most welcome.
To be honest, I have hardly an idea where you might find it, but, have you tried McMaster-Carr?
Really taking shape there, I'm liking it!
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Thanks FG for the link. I actually found a few options there
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i think it needs FUR!
but seriously... looks good. is there room to change into your superman outfit in there?
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Rocky, wait until you see the finished piece. You mention fur! Yep, that can be done
All joking aside, it is possible to use whatever infill fabric the owner wants in the side and door panels. The idea behind this is the keep weight / cost down and offer the possibility to coordinate with the room's colour scheme -
Here you go Rocky ..... Corner Cubby with fur fabric infill panels
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ah, the 70's model.
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I visited a local timer merchants today with my friend Val and we hand selected 4 cubes of European Cherry. I think we got a good deal a €120. At least the production process has started
I will post a few pics of the cutting and planing, seeing as there are a few following this topic.
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Or this
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Mike
Be prepared for major change in colour if you use cherry. The timber reacts incredibly quickly to UV light and darkens quite alot so if you are trying to tie the colour in with other pieces in the room you should be aware of it. Maybe use a UV resistant lacquer on the finish to prevent. Dont get me wrong - I love cherry, but it has a tendency to change colour rapidly. Can't wait to see the finished article.
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Thanks for that advise Dermot. I had read up on Cherry and was aware of the colour change in time. It was the best available timber so we went with it. That UV resistant lacquer coat you mention sounds like a good idea. Can you recommend a brand?
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I use Becker Acroma lacquers and stains for my work but they come in industrial size containers. You should be able to get a smaller jar for your project from some of the good painting and decorating business in Ennis or try the homevalue store, they should do it too.
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Thanks Dermot. Val is cutting today but I am not allowed near him while is is working. He says I would only slow him up. I'll drop in later and buy him a couple of beers ...... only if he does not make a balls of my cherry
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Well, we are making some progress. Here are a couple of shots of Val's workshop and work in progress.
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Now thats what you call a workshop!!! If he is in that way of going he doesnt need me to tell him anything!
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Dermot, your advise is always appreciated. Have no doubts about that
Yeah Val has a great setup with tools and machines for all kinds of things. He is retired now, looking after his rentals and playing golf. The workshop is there mostly for storage and building maintenance but he still likes knocking out bits and pieces.
We will have a good laugh putting the Corner Cubby together. There have already been a few lively 'debates' about the best way to put it together already with a few 'fs' flying around
We will get there in the end
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