Eco Office File Base - Made with PureBond Formaldehyde Free Plywood [1]

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1 Eco Office File Base - Made with PureBond Formaldehyde Free Plywood [1] Submitted by Ana White [2] on Tue, :57 [1] Additional Photos Page 1 of 20

2 [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] Remember my Formaldehyde free office I'm working on? Page 2 of 20

3 There's the open base [8] Page 3 of 20

4 And there's the large bookshelf in the middle [9]... but did you notice the drawer base in the corner? Page 4 of 20

5 It's actually a file base, and it makes up the other half of the Ram's cubicle. Page 5 of 20

6 Would you laugh at me if I said I have waited to post this plan because I don't really care too much for the hardware? But up here in Alaska, getting new hardware ordered could be weeks... and everyone should have an opportunity to enjoy their very own formaldehyde free office space sooner, rather than later. Like the rest of the office space we used PureBond Formaldahyde free hardwood plywood in Red Oak, available at the Home Depot. Special thanks to Columbia Forest Products [10] for supplying the plywood. Summary: Base cabinet inspired by West Elm Modular Office Collection, made with PureBond Formaldehyde Free Plywood. Bottom drawer sized for files. CategoriesProject Type: Desk, Desk Systems and Project Table Plans [11] Dresser Plans [12] Room: storage and organization [13] office [14] Page 6 of 20

7 Skill Level: Advanced [15] Style: Green or Eco-Friendly Style Furniture [16] Modern Style Furniture Plans [17] Estimated Cost: $100-$150 [18] Dimensions: Dimensions are shown above. Dimensions: 1 - Sheet 3/4" PureBond Hardwood Plywood (Available at the Home Depot) 1 - Sheet 1/4" PureBond Hardwood Plywood (Available at the Home Depot) 3-21" Drawer Slides, Euro Style (the cheapo white ones) 6 feet long in matching hardwood (Optional - you can use plywood for this step) 1-25' long roll Edge Banding in matching veneer Page 7 of 20

8 Common Materials: 2 inch screws 1 1/4 inch finish nails 1-1/4" Pocket Hole Screws [19] Elmer's Wood Glue [20] Elmer's Wood Filler [21] 120 grit sandpaper primer wood conditioner paint paint brush Tools: Page 8 of 20

9 [22] [23] [24] [25] [26] Cut List: 2-3/4" PureBond Formaldehyde Free 15 1/2" x 22" (Top/Bottom) 2-3/4" PureBond Formaldehyde Free 26 1/2" x 22" (Sides) Page 9 of 20

10 1-3/4" PureBond Formaldehyde (Drawer Face) 2-3/4" PureBond Formaldehyde Face) 2-3/4" PureBond Formaldehyde Drawer Sides) 2-3/4" PureBond Formaldehyde Drawer Front/Back) 4-3/4" PureBond Formaldehyde Drawer Sides) 4-3/4" PureBond Formaldehyde Drawer Sides) 1-1/4" PureBond Formaldehyde 3-1/4" PureBond Formaldehyde Bottoms) 19" (Footer) 15 1/2" (Footer) Free 12 1/2" x 15 1/4" Free 6" x 15 1/4" (Drawer Free 21" x 11 1/2" (File Free 13" x 11 1/2" (File Free 21" x 5" (Small Free 13" x 5" (Small Free 17" x 26 1/2" (Back) Free 14 1/2" x 21" (Drawer General Instructions: Please read through the entire plan and all comments before beginning this project. It is also advisable to review the Getting Started Section. Take all necessary precautions to build safely and smartly. Work on a clean level surface, free of imperfections or debris. Always use straight boards. Check for square after each step. Always predrill holes before attaching with screws. Use glue with finish nails for a stronger hold. Wipe excess glue off bare wood for stained projects, as dried glue will not take stain. Be safe, have fun, and ask for help if you need it. Good luck! Step 1 Page 10 of 20

11 [27] I'd say the most intimidating thing about working with plywood is knowing how to cut it. You want to be very careful, because plywood has a wood grain, and if your pieces aren't cut correctly, you'll end up with mis matched wood grains. And then of course there's taking into Page 11 of 20

12 account the width of a saw blade, and understanding that a saw blade doesn't cut corners... So follow this plywood cutout as shown above. You can ask your Home Depot to make the rip cuts and then take the strips home - that's what I do to fit everything in my car. Start by ripping 22" off of the plywood. From this piece, you will cut yoru top, bottom and sides. Then from the remaining piece, cut 15 1/4" off of it, approximately 26" wide, as shown in the diagram. You will cut your drawer faces from these pieces. Finally, rip the remaining plywood piece into one 11 1/2" wide strip and two 6" wide strips. If you are using plywood for the footer and not 1x2s, rip the remaining scrap into a 1 1/2" wide strip. Cut out all pieces now according to the cut list. Step 2 Page 12 of 20

13 [28] I've given instructions to use both a Kreg Jig and simple screws throughout. For Kreg Jig users, you will want to set your jig for 3/4" stock and use 1 1/4" pocket holes. If you are using screws, use a countersink bit and 2" screws and glue and take extra measures to check for square. Build your box as shown above. Step 3 Page 13 of 20

14 [29] Adjust the box for square and glue and nail the back on. Step 4 Page 14 of 20

15 [30] You can use either 1x2s or strips of the 3/4" plywood cut into 1 1/2" widths here. If you have a pocket hole jig, attach with the pocket hole jig, or otherwise, use corner bracing to attach to base. Step 5 Page 15 of 20

16 [31] Now it's time to build the drawers. If you place the pocket holes on the outsides, the drawer face will cover the pocket holes. Build two small drawers and one large drawer. Attach 1/4" plywood to bottoms. Page 16 of 20

17 Step 6 [32] Install drawers using the drawer slides. Start with the bottom drawer, install it as close to the bottom as possible and work your way upwards. Note that all drawers need to be installed 3/4" inset from the front to Page 17 of 20

18 allow for drawer faces. Step 7 [33] Once all of your drawer boxes are intalled, line the drawer faces up so Page 18 of 20

19 there is an even gap and attach with 1 1/4" finish nails. Remove drawers and further attach faces with 1 1/4" screws from the inside of the drawers. Finishing InstructionsPreparation Instructions: Fill all holes with wood filler and let dry. Apply additional coats of wood filler as needed. When wood filler is completely dry, sand the project in the direction of the wood grain with 120 grit sandpaper. Vacuum sanded project to remove sanding residue. Remove all sanding residue on work surfaces as well. Wipe project clean with damp cloth. It is always recommended to apply a test coat on a hidden area or scrap piece to ensure color evenness and adhesion. Use primer or wood conditioner as needed. Source URL: Links [1] nd-formaldehyde-free-plywood [2] [3] -3.jpg [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] bond-formaldehyde-free-plywood [9] bond-formaldehyde-free-plywood [10] [11] [12] [13] zation [14] [15] [16] [17] Page 19 of 20

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