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Table sa
Steps
Step 1
Decide the size you would like the toy box to be. I had a very specific spot that I wanted it to live so it needed to fit there. I also wanted to ensure the top of the toy box was just a little too tall for my puppers to sneak their heads in there.
Step 2
Measure and cut the 4 x sides of your toy box using the table saw. Cut the height of all of the sides first as you can set up the meaurement on the table saw. Then cut down to ensure the front and back panels are identical, and the side panels are identical.
Step 3
Using the jigsaw (I used a bandsaw), measure and cut the doggy access hole at the bottom. Remember it needs to be big enough for ALL the toys to fit through and your dogs snoz.
Step 4
Using the wood glue and screws, connect all four walls by carefully placing the screws as to not pierce the sides. Measure and cut the base using the 6mm MDF, securing it to the base using the same methods.
Step 5
Measure and cut the top, ensuring there is an additional centimetre either side to allow for a slight hangover.
Step 6
Lightly sand all sections, ensuring to remove any sharp corners.
Step 7
Paint the base with white paint using a roller and small brush. I needed 2 coats to really brighten the white.
Step 8
Spray the top frame with the Bondall Spray Varnish.
Step 9
Once all components are dry, use a strong adhesive (I used liquid nails) to line the top section of the base where the top frame will be secured. Press the frame down onto the glue, and allow to dry.
Step 10
Fill up your toy box with all your pups favourite toys, grab some treats and show them how to use it. Now you can just throw the toys into the top and your pup can get a new toy everytime!
Hello @Alicia_Woodwork
This is such a clever build! Drop everything from the top and the pup pulls everything from the bottom.
Thank you for sharing this excellent project.
Eric
