This nautical style storage chest makes you wonder what treasures it holds. Large enough to hold blankets and other bulky items. Most parts are drawn in FULL SIZE. Make it from 3/4" pine.
Measures 21-1/2" tall x 35-1/2" wide x 24" deep. A great project to make for yourself, or for a special child or grandchild.
This easy-to-open, personalized toy chest stores oodles of playthings (or bundles of clothes), and it doubles as seating or for stuffed animal display. Many uses. Measures: 24"H x 19"W x 40"L
Simple construction for most any skill level. You get full size patterns, materials list, diagrams, instructions, plus full size patterns for all other curves.
Here is a really cool toy box -- don't be fooled by the black and white photo...this project will become not only a favorite of your child's, but also a favorite of yours.
The trucks pull out of the garage, rolling on casters, get unloaded or loaded up, then return. No hinges or lids, the child can just drop toys right in and roll the trucks around. We're sure the truck toy boxes will get used as toys, too. Decorative ideas are endless.
Similar to hinges in laptop computers, these heavy-duty cast-zinc hinges allow virtually any size lid to open smoothly, hold its position, and then easily close — all with little effort and no additional hardware! An attractive champagne finish complements any project — from chests, to boxes, to storage units, and more! Designed to fit 3/4" thick stock. Available in 30, 40, and 60 inch-pound ratings.
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These hinges feature an innovative torsion mechanism that is tested to 25,000 cycles to assure a long working life. We offer step-by-step installation instructions for these great toy box or cedar chest lid support hinges!
Prevents lids from accidentally slamming shut on fingers. Measures approximately 5'' long pivot to pivot in extended position. Use this formula to choose your supports: (lid wt. times front to back size) divided by 2 = inch lbs range. Use on toy boxes with 3/4'' thick backs. Statuary bronze finish. Price per individual lid support.
Drop front support. Lids lower gently--never crushing fingers. A speed adjustment screw lets you control the rate of descent. Support opens drop front to a maximum angle of 90°. They have nickel plated steel arms with umber colored plastic housing.
Patented friction discs at the pivot point prevent lids from slamming shut. Lowering action is gentle and controlled. Supports lock when opened and unlock when closed. Smooth, friction free movement at any stopping point. Bronzed steel.
This support also holds lids at virtually any number of intermediate locations from 25 degrees to 90 degrees! Designed for lids between 19''and 26'' long and weighing under 9 lbs. Most lids require only one support, but two can increase the weight capacity. Nylon body with steel springs. Zinc mounting brackets. Black.
These brass-plated piano hinges are perfect for a variety of applications. Available in several lengths from 36" to 72''. To install slotted piano hinges just drive the screws into the elongated slots first, which allows you to adjust the hinge right and left. Once you have achieved the perfect position, drive screws through the standard round holes for final installation.
Instructions are given for building from either lumber or plywood. Finished dimensions measure 19-3/4'' deep x 37-3/4'' wide x 18-3/4'' high. Plan includes exploded view, instructions, material list and dimensions.
Lid Stay Torsion Hinges
Toy Box Lid Supports
Soft Down Support
Quiet Action Support
Easy-Lift Lid Support
Slotted Piano Hinges in Brass Finish
