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Battery Powered Light Table
5y
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Another fantastic Rogue Engineer project. This is definitely on my to-do list.
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grover959
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on March 7, 2017
Thanks!
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Rogue Engineer
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on March 7, 2017
Just a suggestion, you might want to replace the USB connector Type A receptacle to the more standard (on this type of item) Micro-B or Mini-B. That way you could use standard chargers and cables, rather than a Type-A to Type-A cable (which isn't all that common in the charging world.)... Anyway, great design, and I love the "simulated" frosted glass.
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ARudzki
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on March 7, 2017
Thanks ARudzki! And yes, I agree with the charging port idea and did look for one but wasn't successful in finding one. If you know of a Micro or Mini USB port I'm sure other would appreciate a link below. Thanks again!
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Rogue Engineer
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on March 7, 2017
An option to try would be Samtec: http://suddendocs.samtec.com/catalog_english/scrus.pdf They are a bit pricey (a bit? LOL), but you could also use their wording to do Google searches to maybe find cheaper versions from someone else.
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ARudzki
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on March 7, 2017
Thank you!
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Rogue Engineer
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on March 7, 2017
No question is a dumb question, right? So why this step: To give the polycarbonate sheet a frosted look, simply sand one side with an orbital sander until you get an even scuff across the entire sheet. Thanks for a much better option than the one I cobbled together with what I had on hand.
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MichelleO
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on March 7, 2017
The frosted look helps disperse the light more evenly (IMO) and prevents the bright direct light.
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Rogue Engineer
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on March 7, 2017
That is a great idea. I have been wanting a light box and this will be just the thing. I do a lot of adult coloring and was trying to come up with a way to color with out the outline showing and this is just the thing.
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schnauzerman
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on March 25, 2017
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Lighted Bats
6y
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How do I get the templant.
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Debra12
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on October 30, 2016
To get the template print the "View Project PDF"
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Pigsmoker
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on October 30, 2016
How can I print out the steps for the Lighted Bats? I have tried everything.
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PWilliams
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on October 10, 2017
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Tool Storage Cabinet
6y
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I don't see a link for the plans that are mentioned throughout. Am i overlooking the obvious?
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shnu
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on May 2, 2016
Sorry about the delay, the plans are now attached as a link in the description. Happy building!
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Rogue Engineer
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on May 4, 2016
Thanks, see them now. Just be warned, I'm going to blame you for being late to our Mother's Day plans this weekend!
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shnu
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on May 4, 2016
Haha, I'll totally take the blame.
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Rogue Engineer
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on May 4, 2016
Almost done, just need to attach the doors. Seeing it in person, I wish I'd splurged on nicer plywood. This is worth it!
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shnu
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on May 17, 2016
Great use of space.
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user113820
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on May 3, 2016
I also don't see the downloadable plan and would very much like it. Thanks.
By
dragonslayerone
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on May 3, 2016
Sorry about the delay, the plans are now attached as a link in the description. Happy building!
By
Rogue Engineer
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on May 4, 2016
Thanks Rogue! : )
By
dragonslayerone
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on May 5, 2016
I think this would work perfectly for me. Where can I get the plans?
By
wolffmichael
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on May 3, 2016
Sorry about the delay, the plans are now attached as a link in the description. Happy building!
By
Rogue Engineer
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on May 4, 2016
I also don't see the downloadable plan and would very much like it. Thanks.
By
Mesquitta
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on May 3, 2016
Sorry about the delay, the plans are now attached as a link in the description. Happy building!
By
Rogue Engineer
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on May 4, 2016
I would like to see how/method was used to mount the storage cabinet.
By
halvara1
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on May 3, 2016
The plans are now attached as a link in the description. In there I show how it was anchored to the wall studs with 2-1/2" wood screws.
By
Rogue Engineer
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on May 4, 2016
Click on his BIO, the link to his site is there. https://www.ryobitools.com/user/rogue_engineer/profile Rogue Engineer is the only DIY'er that I follow. This cabinet is killer!!
By
JWill417
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on May 3, 2016
Thanks JWill!
By
Rogue Engineer
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on May 4, 2016
are there step by step instructions for this project?
By
Pt5515
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on May 3, 2016
Sorry about the delay, the plans are now attached as a link in the description. Happy building!
By
Rogue Engineer
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on May 4, 2016
like several others here I would like a set of plans if they are available
By
woodstock
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on May 3, 2016
Sorry about the delay, the plans are now attached as a link in the description. Happy building!
By
Rogue Engineer
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on May 4, 2016
I would like a set of plans if they are available
By
kb7fxj
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on May 4, 2016
Sorry about the delay, the plans are now attached as a link in the description. Happy building!
By
Rogue Engineer
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on May 4, 2016
Hey everyone! I'm so sorry for the delay, the PDF should have been included when this went live but we are working to get it added today or tomorrow.
By
Rogue Engineer
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on May 4, 2016
hi there, I received follow up replies but the link to the replies at ryobi nation isn't working and has been checked by windows with comments about the link not responding FYI :)
By
woodstock
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on May 4, 2016
Hey RYOBI Nation, we apologize for the delay in getting the project plans to you. They are live and ready to download! We can't wait to see you build this awesome cabinet!
By
RYOBI Nation
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on May 4, 2016
Thank you!
By
kyleelanierr
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on May 5, 2016
It is above. Just click on "provided cut list" picture (above) and the Plan pops up. Then "save as", to Your computer files.
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Tug Hercules
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on May 4, 2016
Does anyone else have a problem getting back to this forum when replies are posted. I got an ermail from ryobination re a comment by dragonslayerone but cannot get to the page on wither my laptop or pc. Fianlly had to come the circuitous route to get the plans Thanks Rogues
By
woodstock
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on May 5, 2016
Hi woodstock, thank you for bringing this to our attention! We are working on fixing this now, thank you!
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RYOBI Nation
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on May 6, 2016
I've just done this build. Love it! Where did you get the base cabinets, under the work bench?
By
cbosso
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on May 28, 2016
How do you think this would turn out if different hinges were used? I'd rather not pay close to $50 a pop for the hinges. Maybe two or three smaller hinges for each one?
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StarkIndustrias
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on September 8, 2016
My son gave me a gift card and plans for garage organization. This fit perfectly into our goals. This was SUCH a fun project to do together. I have never tackled something like this before. We had our local Home Depot cut the plywood and peg board for us. We bought a portable Ryobi table saw and a Kreg jig -- so satisfying to learn to use these tools safely and build something so great!
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davenorth
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on October 7, 2016
Great project. Whats the measurements of the dado cuts? How far down on the side panels were they cut? It looks like the 2 1/2 framing bracket connects to the side panels ( 12 X 36) above the dado cuts.
By
Pgibson821
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on December 1, 2016
Hi Rogue great job on the tool storage but what the size of the piano hinge ? x 30"
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fubarsport
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on February 3, 2017
30 inch hinge. Cut to 28.
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Jeff Homan
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on February 20, 2017
I am using the best finished plywood. Real smooth looking..cut all materials yesterday and will do the Dado cuts (will be using a router for this job). Peg board at home depot was 3/16 so I will have to make slight adjustments to certain areas. Pictures will follow no later than tomorrow I hope.
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Jeff Homan
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on February 20, 2017
Love this
By
Lookout
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on July 11, 2017
Can't seem to download the plans. Click on the link but nothing happens?
By
Young Al
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on July 18, 2017
Nicely done
By
jbironworker
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on December 12, 2017
I started putting this together and noticed that the cut list calls for 5 7/8" wide dividers but with a 1/4"x1/4" dado the plants call for they actually need to be 6 1/4" wide.
By
D_Weasel
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on June 4, 2018
I built this and it turned out great. I left out the two most central dividers to give myself a wider space where I keep all my manuals. Thanks!
By
dfoliver
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on September 18, 2018
I am unable to download the plans. It says that they can not be found.
By
Tbarton601
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on May 6, 2019
This project was a fun build! Thank you for sharing your plans.
By
mwierzbicki
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on November 7, 2019
Hi awesome project, I was seeking clarity in regards to materials -
QTY 2 - 1 X 6 X 8'
Is this ply also or pine? And is it 6 inch by 8 feet?
Thank you David
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user_stewart_1682061
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on December 7, 2020
Could some plywood be added to hide the pegboards? I have to compromise with the wife because she thinks the tools showing on the pegboards looks cluttered. We currently use our garage part gym and part woodworking/project station so we want to make it look as pleasing to the eye as possible. Although I like the look of the pegboards showing I do have to work with the wife.
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user_maldonado_1768146
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on April 11, 2021
@Rogue Engineer
what type of plywood was used for this build? thanks.
-L
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HLB3580
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on June 14, 2021
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Under Bed Storage Cart
7y
Rogue Engineer
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very simple and nice. I liked it and this should be one of my next projects for my home.
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kadambi
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on January 25, 2016
There is no link for the under bed storage draw.
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wrongway53
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on May 5, 2016
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Large Dog Bed with Storage
7y
Rogue Engineer
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That's one lucky dog!
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karen_atlanta
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on November 12, 2015
My wife and I have been considering getting another dog, our Venus is in Heaven so this will be a great project for another Rott. Thanks!
By
jovanni53
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on November 21, 2015
Nice !!
By
luiz_zaccaro
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on December 21, 2015
Hey, can you explain the Plans to me ( im new to reading plans ) whats the Blue mean on the cut list :) Thank you
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user_hayes_1747809
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on March 26, 2021
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Telephone Table
7y
Rogue Engineer
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You could still use it as a place to park phones, maybe even set up a charging station. I occasionally miss having the phone tethered to the wall, because that way you could at least always find it. Nice little table.
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yvonneemueller
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on March 6, 2016
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Cedar Wall Planter
7y
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I made this, came out beautiful. Great instructions too, much thanks.
By
sean7012
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on May 28, 2015
Great tutorial! Thanks!
By
remicorson
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on November 3, 2017
The link to these plans is not working.
By
sthorne1221
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on February 16, 2018
@sthorne1221 the link should be fixed now. Thank you for notifying us!
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RYOBI NATION
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on February 16, 2018
Where is the tutorial for this item?
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sthorne1221
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on March 31, 2018
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Secret Shelf
8y
Rogue Engineer
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This is amazing, what a great starter project for me :)
By
SoCraftySewCreative
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on January 26, 2015
Can't read cut list to blurry
By
mjpaul4200
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on January 27, 2015
If you click on the cut list thumbnail it will get larger and you should be able to read just fine.
By
RogueEngineer
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on January 29, 2015
This seems like an awesome piece to have, and i would love to have it in my room.. But am i mistaken, or wont the the section where the false bottom meets the wall actually be preventing it from Fully opening up.. Because this is supposed to be flush up against the wall correct? Maybe i'm just not looking at it correctly.
By
grantwolter
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on February 1, 2015
grantwolter: Look at Step 4 to view where the hinge is attached. This set-up will prevent the problem you are concerned about.
By
istuke
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on February 2, 2015
All great questions. To allow for the recommended 1 1/4 pocket screws - How tick is this wood ?
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geponu_110547
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on February 4, 2015
grantwolter: istuke is correct, the hinge point location in fact causes the bottom back corner to swing up and away from the wall. This is good because the hinge is hidden and the side of the shelf seems to butt up against the wall.
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RogueEngineer
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on February 7, 2015
geponu_110547: All the wood used has an actual thickness of 3/4".
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RogueEngineer
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on February 7, 2015
How far in from the edge should the support arms be placed?
By
spikeb17
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on February 10, 2015
I can't see the measurements for the location of the friction hinges. Could you please help me out with this? Thank you
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Pen4956
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on February 19, 2015
On the "Secret Shelf". A beautiful project with one problem. The small pictures chop off all the important measurements, and the enlargements, which have the measurements, won't print. How about putting all the dimensions on the small pictures so they can be copied?
By
ahorowitz
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on February 19, 2015
Nice! I can see having these all over my house.
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yvonneemueller
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on February 21, 2015
Just looking at the cut list....if you rip 1/8" off of the 10" width, wouldn't that be 9-7/8". Just wondering if that is a typo or the actual length?
By
Mstripling13
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on February 23, 2015
@spikeb17 The support arms should be placed 1" in from the edge of the top. Sorry I didn't realize I left that off until after I posted this.
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Rogue Engineer
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on February 26, 2015
@Pen4956 If you click on the picture it will expand and you should be able to see the measurements. If you would like the printable PDF of these plans head on over to http://rogueengineer.com/diy-secret-shelf-plans/
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Rogue Engineer
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on February 26, 2015
@ahorowitz Unfortunately that is one of the limitations of this platform however, if you would like the printable PDF of these plans head on over to http://rogueengineer.com/diy-secret-shelf-plans/
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Rogue Engineer
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on February 26, 2015
thanks @yvonneemueller@gmail.com
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Rogue Engineer
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on February 26, 2015
@Mstripling13 a 1x10 nominal board is actually 3/4" x 9-1/4"
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Rogue Engineer
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on February 26, 2015
Cool project . This will be a great present for my Sister.
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Nicoya77
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on March 18, 2015
If I wanted to increase the length of this shelf by 10" inches and make it out of maple would the friction hinges still work? Also I am assuming for mounting that I would want to hit 3 studs?
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Shnake
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on October 25, 2017
Can you use a different type of friction hinge or does it only have to be the curved friction hinge? Just curious because I’ve read many poor reviews about the curved friction hinge. Thanks.
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Eagle04
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on December 30, 2017
What size friction hinge and piano hinge did u use?
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Hailmaximus
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on February 12, 2021
Is there an estimated weight that the hidden shelf can hold?
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MrJaxun
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on February 15, 2021
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