Shanty 2 CHIC Nightstand User manual

Nightstand
his simple yet stylish DIY project will amaze your friends in that it is
constructed from all the same size boards. A spacious drawer and easy mobility
will make it a perfect match in your next bedroom.
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Materials needed Qty
1” x 12” x 8’ 3
1-1/4” pocket screws
1-1/4” brad nails
wood glue
drawer pull hardware 1
2” steel casters 4
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CUT LIST
Part Qty Part Name Dimension
A 2 Nightstand Sides 1” x 12” x 21-1/2”
B 2 Nightstand Top & Bottom 1” x 12” x 23”
C 1 Nightstand Shelf 1” x 12” x 21-1/2”
D 1 Drawer Front 1” x 12” x 21-1/2”
E 2 Drawer Sides 1” x 12” x 10-1/2”
F 2 Drawer Front & Back 1” x 12” x 19-7/8” •
G 1 Drawer Bottom 1” x 9” x 19-7/8” •
* Cut to length once the nightstand is constructed
1” x 12” x 96”
1” x 12” x 96”
1” x 12” x 96”

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1.
Begin by cutting the nightstand sides, top, bottom and shelf according to the cutting diagram.
We can’t stress enough that the width of boards this size can have a shockingly wide variety of actual widths. We have made these
diagrams to accommodate the average width you should expect which should be about 11-1/4”. It can vary by as much as an 1/2” so
make sure to measure your boards and make any necessary adjustments. This will be especially important when we cut and assemble
the drawer. PLEASE wait to cut the drawer boards until you have made the nightstand. You will then cut the drawer boards to fi t.
After you have cut the nightstand boards attach by drilling for 1-1/4” pocket screws and then attach with screws and wood glue.
2.
Next attach the shelf by drilling for 1-1/4” pocket screws and attaching with screws and wood glue. We spaced the shelf 1/8” more
than the width of the 1x12 boards that will make up the drawer height. Again, space this according to the width of your boards.
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3.
Now you can measure the nightstand opening for the drawer size. We allowed 1/16” on either side of the drawer to accommodate
shrinking and swelling of the wood and for the drawer to slide nicely. Attach with 1-1/4” pocket screws and wood glue. Don’t worry
about the pocket screws showing. You will attach a drawer front that will cover them up.
4.
Rip the 1x12 board for the bottom to a width of 9”. Attach as shown with 1-1/4” pocket screws and wood glue,
making sure it is fl ush with the bottom.
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We attached the drawer front with 1-1/4” brad nails. The drawer front will be centered left-to-right
on the drawer leaving an 1/16” over hang. If the drawer is snug from left to right then use an orbital sander to slightly work down the
edges so that it fi ts. You will want to be careful to sand off both sides so that it fi ts evenly.
Be sure to sand in very small amounts so that the drawer just fi ts.
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6.
Attach the 2” casters fl ush with the outside corners as shown. You will want to drill pilot holes for the screws.
Finally, attach the drawer pulls and enjoy.