Build Bookcase Glass Doors

Diagonal cuts should face inwards.

Build bookcase glass doors.

Make cuts at 45 degree angles at the width on the top and the bottom of the wood. 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. Step 6 45 degree cuts. 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.

Shut the door and check to make sure the door isn t too close to the bookcase frame. Remember to add a half inch to all sides while taking the measurement for the glass. 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. Form and function all wrapped up together.

To 66in wide and up to 96in. By christian becksvoort 128 jan feb 1998 issue. Bookcase sizes range from 36in. Step 5 buying the glass doors.

If that is the case tighten the adjustment screw that is. Have the glass cut for you according to your measurements. Order them directly from the manufacturer. Build a bookcase with doors structure and details make the difference in this shaker style case.

It is now time to sketch out the door jambs on each side of the opening. The opened bookcase will take up to 13 1 2 or more inches of the door opening. 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. Each bookcase door has a fixed middle shelf and four adjustable shelves.

Line up the bookcase so there is a 1 4 overhang on the top and attach the top screw of the top hinge into your spacer then the top screw of the bottom hinge. Sub step 4 sketch the jambs.