DIY
Picture Ledge
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Learn how to make a beautiful picture ledge to display your artwork using 3 inexpensive wood boards.
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Materials & Tools
- (2) 1x4 boards
- (1) 1x2 board
- Clamps
- Wood Glue
- Wood Screws
- Drill
- Brad Nailer
- Brad Nails
- Speed Square
- Sand Paper
- Safety Glasses
- Dust Mask
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How the boards will Attach to each other
1x4 back attached to 1x4 bottom using screws.
1x2 front attached to 1x2 bottom using brad nails.
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Step 1 :
-Attach 1x4's to Each other using wood glue, clamps & screws.
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Step 1 :
-Work your way down the board drilling screws every 12-16 inches.
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Step 2 :
-Attach the 1x2 using wood glue, clamps and brad nails.
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Step 3 :
-Sand using 120 grit followed by 220 grit. Then apply a stain and polyurethane.
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Step 4 :
-To hang the picture ledge on the wall, simply screw it into studs using 3" construction screws.
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For the full tutorial & Tips on Styling your Picture Ledges click the link below!
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