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Building a Closet Organizer ( Page 1 of 2 )

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You've cleared out the space, written down all your measurements, and now you're ready to go out and buy that long-overdue closet-organizing system. OK, but prepare yourself for some sticker shock. Depending on the off-the-shelf system you choose, a single closet's worth can end up costing hundreds of dollars. Our easy-to-build organizer will set you back just the cost of a single sheet of plywood (plus a couple of clothes poles and some 1x3 lumber). And guess what – it will function just the same as the high-priced spread.

 

1. Measure the back and side walls to determine the length of the shelf supports. Be sure to deduct 1 1/2 inches from the length of the back-wall shelf-support measurement (the 3/4-inch thickness of each end support).

   
 

 

 

2. Cut 1x3 shelf supports to fit the back and side walls of the closet. Attach the supports for the top shelf to the walls with their top edges 84 inches above the floor using 8d finish nails driven into the wall studs.

 
 

 

3. Cut the supports for the bottom shelf, and attach them to the wall with their top edges 76 inches above the floor, again using 8d finish nails driven directly into the wall studs.

 

 

4. Cut the two long 11 7/8-inch-wide shelves from 3/4-inch plywood. Then cut them to length to fit the width of your closet.

 

 

5. Measure and cut the two 11 7/8x76-inch side pieces for the central shelf unit from 3/4-inch plywood.

 

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If you’re just not ready to tackle custom finish carpentry on your own, you need to call in professional help. These experts will help you take a vision that you have and make it a reality or they might be able to direct you to ideas that will work well for your home. In order to hire the best custom finish carpentry worker you can, follow these simple steps.

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Staining Deck Railings – Making It Last
The more solid the stain color, the longer it will last. Therefore, the solid stains are best for areas like railings that are more difficult to stain than decking. Staining deck railings is not difficult, but it does take more care than simply staining the flat deck. So you want to use a color that will last as long as possible.

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Wallpaper Borders with Wainscoting Create Room Elegance
You can achieve elegant room décor by matching wallpaper borders with wainscoting. Simple painted walls look very plain even when using colorful paints. At one time, wainscoting was seen only in very expensive homes, but it's now used in all size of houses as a way to add a decorative touch. When the wainscoting is offset with wallpaper borders, it looks like the room was decorated by a professional interior decorator.

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Thinking about Rustic Banisters?
The addition to your staircase of rustic banisters can add a unique touch to your home. You can obtain rustic banisters from several different sources. This provides you with many options. You can search for originals, buy recreations, paint your current banisters or build them yourself.

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What are Crown Mouldings?
Crown mouldings are often taken for granted when you buy a home. You might see that the home offers these decorative design elements, but not understand how they add to your home’s appeal. By learning more about crown mouldings, you can further create an attractive look for your home – without having to remodel the entire structure.

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Home Remodel – Tips and Planning
Tips to help you plan a smooth and efficient home remodel.
Sometimes embarking on a home remodel can seem like a never ending process. In the beginning, it sounds so quick and easy. Then the project begins…and it goes on…and on…and on. Every homeowner doing a home remodel wants the work completed in a timely and efficient manner. How can you plan a home remodel and make sure it flows smoothly?

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