Materials:
1 packing box, 24" deep × 23-1/2" wide × 32" long.
1 pair 2" (butt) hinges with 5/8" screws to fasten on top.
1/4 lb. 8-penny nails to make box.
Sandpaper and stain.
Dimensions:
Body: 1 box 24" deep × 23-1/2" wide × 32" long.
Top: 1 piece 3/4" thick × 18" wide × 32" long.
Legs: 4 pieces 3/4" thick × 2" wide × 28-3/4" long.
4 pieces 3/4" thick × 2-1/2" wide × 28-3/4" long.
Cleats: 2 pieces 1/2" thick × 3" wide × 15" long.
Hinge Strip: 1 piece 1/2" thick × 3" wide × 29" long.
Directions:
Make the legs 4" longer than the depth of the box after the cover has been removed, and nail them on the box. Make the cover 2" wider and 2" longer than the outside length and width of the box. Place each cleat about 3" from the end of the cover and nail on the cover. Hinges are put 5" from each end of the box. Sandpaper, stain and polish.
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