Chairside Bookcase

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CHAIRSIDE BOOKCASE

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How many times have you

stretched out on your favorite easy
chair, only to realize that the book
or magazine you wanted to read is
on the other side of the room?
With this attractive chairside book-
case, reading material is always
within reach. In addition, the top
shelf can be used to display knick-
knacks, small plants, or even a
reading lamp.
1. To begin, cut the pieces to size
according to the dimensions given.
2. Drill 3/8"-diameter dowel holes
1-1/16" deep in the ends and sides
of the end rails (A). Using dowel
centers, transfer the centers of the
holes to the stiles (B). Be sure to
mark the centers accurately to en
sure proper assembly.
3. Assemble the end rails, rods (E)
and rails with dowels by gluing and
clamping in place. Allow the glue
sufficient time to dry before con
tinuing.
4. Drill pilot holes in the rails and
shelves (C) for the bracket screws,
and attach the brackets to the stiles.
5. Attach the shelf backs (D) to the
stiles with 6d finishing nails.
6. To complete the assembly, at
tach the shelves to the brackets
with screws.
7. Sand with 150-grit paper, fol
lowed by 180-grit. Finish as desired.

LIST OF MATERIALS

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