Do it Yourself - Build a Toy Box

There are very few joys better than watching youngsters play with their playthings. It is usually the aftermath that is tough to deal with. It is comprised of a variety of dolls, trucks, mini cooking sets, blocks and lots of other unidentifiable things that make a mixture of sounds when stepped on from being left on the ground. When it becomes time to teach kids to clean up their own playthings and put them away, parents will want the right tools to encourage them. A toy box or toy chest is just the thing. These are simple wooden boxes made with a cover that are obtainable in a variety of sizes that youngsters can put their toys in when playtime is over. A great project for parents can be building a toy box for their children. This guide will help.
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Required tools and materials

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Two 1 x 10 boards, 4 feet long
One 1 x 8 board, 6 feet long
3/4" thick Plywood or particleboard,
Three hinges with screws that open past 90 degrees but less than 180 degrees
Six 2 1/2", double-wide corner braces with screws
Sandpaper
Satin polyurethane spray finish
Wood glue
Handsaw or Circular saw
Screwdriver
Drill
Four plate thick, soft rope (for handles)
4 bun feet
4 felt pads (to go under the feet)
10 brackets
Tape measure

Instructions

Step one: Cut out the pieces for the toy box

With tape measure, Measure and tag 135 inches on the 2 1 x 10 boards that are 4 feet long and cut with the saw. You will be left with 2 1 x 10 in pieces 34 long and 2 1x10 pieces 135 inches long.

Cut the particle board to 32.5 x 135 inches or have it cut for you at a lumberyard.

Create the double lid in this design by cutting the 1 x 8 board directly down the center.

Step two: assemble the cut pieces

On a even surface, screw six corner braces in place, 2 on the each of the longer sides and one on each of the two shorter sides that will be the base of the toy box.

Attach the 32.5 x 135 inch particle board with the other sides of the braces.

Step three: Add the lids

Screw the six trap hinges into position. The lids will swing so that they lie even against both sides of the box when open for easy access to toys.

Step four: Disassemble, sand add holes for handles

This is to apply the finishes and paint without getting any on the braces, screws and hinges. Remove all of these and set them aside.

Sand all the pieces of wood smooth to prevent splinters later

Drill two 1/2" or 5/8" diameter holes in each end of the box to be used for handles

Step five: Put On finish

Spray a clear polyurethane finish on the wood, interior and exterior. If you want to paint the box another colour or add other designs, do this before the polyurethane finish is applied.

Step six:

When the finish is dry reassemble the box, using wood glue to reinforce all the corners. Make sure not to apply wood glue to the lid.

Pass heavy, soft rope through from the outside, tying overhand knots on the interior.

Step seven: Add the feet and complete

Attach the feet 2 inches from both the length and width edge of the box. Screw downwards from the interior of the box. Add furniture glides to allow movement and prevent damage to wood floors.

Your toy box is ready to use!

Tips and warnings:

Apply polyurethane spray in an open area using masks and goggles.

Also use masks and goggles when sanding and drilling.

Do it Yourself - Build a Toy Box
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