A tall, slender linen closet works well in an unused corner.
A linen cabinet does not need to have a large base, for its function requires only that it be wide enough for a folded bath towel or quilt. As such, a linen cabinet works well tucked into an unused corner next to a door or in an unused section of the laundry room. Tall linen cabinets with narrow shelves work well since the small size of the shelf allows it to carry heavy loads without bending under the weight, and the linens can be stacked according to their individual type. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Set the two 24-by-60-inch boards parallel to each other, 2 feet apart, on their long, thin edges. These boards will be the sides of the linen cabinet. While an assistant holds the long boards in place, push one of the 24-by-24-inch boards against the ends of the side boards so it is perpendicular to them. This will be the top of the linen cabinet.
2. Adjust the boards so the outside edge of each of the side boards is even with the outside edges of the top board. Drill eight evenly spaced holes that pass through the top board and into each of the side boards, for a total of 16 holes. Set 2-inch wood screws into the holes and tighten them with the drill. Repeat with the 24-by-24-inch bottom board on the opposite end.
3. Turn the cabinet over so one of the open rectangular sides is facing up. Position one of the 24-by-61-inch boards evenly on top of the cabinet so that it lines up squarely with all the previously installed boards. This is the back of the cabinet. Drill holes every 12 inches around the outside of the rear board so they pass through the rear board and into the side, top and bottom boards. Set a 2-inch wood screw into each hole; tighten them securely with a drill.
4. Invert the cabinet so its front side is now facing up. Set the other 24-by-61-inch board on the front surface to serve as the door of the cabinet; line it up squarely with the other boards.
5. Place three evenly spaced hinges between the door and the side of the cabinet. Use a pencil to mark the screw mount hole positions on both the door and the cabinet side. Drill a pilot hole at each mark, being careful not to drill through to the front surface of the cabinet door. Fasten the hinges to the door and the cabinet side using half-inch wood screws.
6. Drill a hole in the door for the knob, near the opening side about 3 feet off the floor. Pass the installation bolt through the hole from the back to the front and screw the knob onto the bolt. Tighten the knob until it cannot turn.
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