Build Bookcase Glass Doors

Step 6 45 degree cuts.

Build bookcase glass doors.

I don t give exact measurements for the cutting of the wood in this project because the size of the doors will depend on the size of the shelf or cabinet you re. Christian becksvoort designed this small bookcase to carry just a few details a dovetailed molding at the top of the case a mitered base and strip of wood just above the doors. Line up the bookcase so there is a 1 4 overhang on the top and attach the top screw of the top hinge into your spacer then the top screw of the bottom hinge. Attach doors to bookcase.

Each bookcase door has a fixed middle shelf and four adjustable shelves. Make cuts at 45 degree angles at the width on the top and the bottom of the wood. Shut the door and check to make sure the door isn t too close to the bookcase frame. By christian becksvoort 128 jan feb 1998 issue.

Diagonal cuts should face inwards. It is now time to sketch out the door jambs on each side of the opening. Order them directly from the manufacturer. The glass front doors will keep out the dust plus the glass retains that open look and makes the shelves look like a pretty display case.

Form and function all wrapped up together. Remember to add a half inch to all sides while taking the measurement for the glass. Have the glass cut for you according to your measurements. Bookcase sizes range from 36in.

Step 5 buying the glass doors. If that is the case tighten the adjustment screw that is. To 66in wide and up to 96in. The opened bookcase will take up to 13 1 2 or more inches of the door opening.

The doors slide open along a steel roller system at the top and the bottom to reveal the secret room. Build a bookcase with doors structure and details make the difference in this shaker style case.