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| If space is a problem this over-toilet storage unit is a good idea. |
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Measure the height of the cistern from the floor, the width of the cistern and the depth of the cistern from the back wall. This will determine the size of the materials you are using and the position of the bottom shelf.
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Start by cutting the wood to the correct size. Two pieces are already the required length of 1800mm long. With the two remaining pieces (1800mm and 2400mm), cut to get 6 x 560mm lengths - you should get 3 x 560mm lengths per piece of wood. (The 2400mm piece will have 720mm left over which will be used for cabinet doors later.)
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Take one of the 1800mm lengths, which will be one side of the unit, and start marking out shelf positions (refer to diagram 1). Mark the top shelf 19mm down from one end and then make another mark 240mm down and another 19mm for the second shelf. Repeat the same markings (same measurements) two more times down each 1800mm length. Once complete, you should have four shelves marked out on each 1800mm piece.
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Start assembling the unit by fixing the shelves to one 1800mm length first. Using the drill and 5mm bit, pre-drill two screw holes in the middle of the shelf lines and 50mm in from each edge. Do this for all four shelves on both 1800mm lengths - a total of 16 holes. Pre-drill the shelf ends in the same way - 50mm in from each end. Put some glue on the end of each shelf and place in the marked position, line up the holes and then screw in. Do this for each of the four shelves.
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You should still have 2 x 560mm pieces left. These are for the back of the shelves. One will go behind the top shelf and the other behind the bottom. Simply glue and nail on to the back (refer to diagram 2).
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With the remaining piece of wood, cut into 2 x 277mm lengths. The cabinet doors will be 277mm wide and 237mm high - the doors will need 3mm planed off as they're 240mm wide. Then on one 237mm side, mark out two hinges 30mm in from each end and do the same on the edge of the 1800mm length (where it will be attached). Pre-drill screw holes and then fix doors. Next, line up magnetic catches and attach on the inside edges of the doors. (You may need to shave a bit off the doors with the plane to make sure they fit correctly.)
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Select two handles of your choice and mark out a position on each door (depending on the handles). Drill required holes and fit to doors. Now all that's left is the sealing and varnishing.
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As this storage unit is going into the bathroom, a waterproof sealant is necessary to protect the wood. It is also advisable to add some rubber stoppers to the bottom of the unit to elevate it off the floor. There are a variety of sealants available. Your choice will depend upon the kind of finish you're after. Finally, to attach the unit to the wall, simply use L brackets behind the cupboard doors to secure it in place.
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Materials
Hand saw
Tape measure
Hammer
Medium-sized screw driver: Phillips head and slotted
Drill and 5mm bit
Hand plane
3 @ 1800mm x 240mm x 19mm radiata pine
1 @ 2400mm x 240mm x 19mm radiata pine
2 pairs of 50mm easy-fit hinges
2 small magnetic catches
PVA wood glue
Screws
Nails
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More Info
All materials available from your local hardware store.
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