Build Bookcase Glass Doors

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.

Build bookcase glass doors.

Bookcase sizes range from 36in. Build a bookcase with doors structure and details make the difference in this shaker style case. Shut the door and check to make sure the door isn t too close to the bookcase frame. If that is the case tighten the adjustment screw that is.

Step 6 45 degree cuts. Make cuts at 45 degree angles at the width on the top and the bottom of the wood. Have the glass cut for you according to your measurements. Order them directly from the manufacturer.

To 66in wide and up to 96in. 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. The opened bookcase will take up to 13 1 2 or more inches of the door opening. Diagonal cuts should face inwards.

By christian becksvoort 128 jan feb 1998 issue. 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. 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.

The doors slide open along a steel roller system at the top and the bottom to reveal the secret room. It is now time to sketch out the door jambs on each side of the opening. Step 5 buying the glass doors. Sub step 4 sketch the jambs.

Remember to add a half inch to all sides while taking the measurement for the glass. Each bookcase door has a fixed middle shelf and four adjustable shelves.