Build Bookcase Glass Doors

Make cuts at 45 degree angles at the width on the top and the bottom of the wood.

Build bookcase glass doors.

If that is the case tighten the adjustment screw that is. Note if a different size opening or bookcase in in the plans proceed the same way but ensuring that the plywood is large enough to accommodate. The doors are available in hardwood veneers mdf or vinyl lam. Attach doors to bookcase.

Form and function all wrapped up together. 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. Bookcase sizes range from 36in. Each bookcase door has a fixed middle shelf and four adjustable shelves.

Step 5 buying the glass doors. Build a bookcase with doors structure and details make the difference in this shaker style case. It is now time to sketch out the door jambs on each side of the opening. Diagonal cuts should face inwards.

Order them directly from the manufacturer. Sub step 4 sketch the jambs. Shut the door and check to make sure the door isn t too close to the bookcase frame. Remember to add a half inch to all sides while taking the measurement for the glass.

To 66in wide and up to 96in. 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. Step 6 45 degree cuts. The doors slide open along a steel roller system at the top and the bottom to reveal the secret room.

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. By christian becksvoort 128 jan feb 1998 issue.