Home Improvement

Learn how to make fashionable storage for your bath. Take advantage of that vacant wall space by building your very own storage.

Things that you would need:

? Three 1×8 boards. Measurements for each would respectively be 36″ (2 pieces of this), 24″ (4 pieces of this) and 9-3/4″ (just one of this) in length.
? Two crown moldings. Measurement for each would respectively be 25-1/2″ (one piece) and 7-1/4″ (2 pieces of this) in length.
? Two base moldings. Measurement for each would respectively be 25-1/2″ (one piece) and 7-1/4″ (2 pieces of this) in length.
? Bead board. Just have one sheet with the measurement of 25-1/2″ x 36″
? One board of 1″x2″. Width = 23″
? “L bracket
? Sash brush ( two and a half inch)
? Wood filler
? drill
? Miter saw. Specifically the one that is compound.
? Small nails
? Sandpaper
? Latex paint
? Measuring tape
? Putty knife
? primer
? level
? Twenty wood screws. Specific to 1-1/4″
? Pencil

The layout for the shelf is the first thing that will be marked. First thing you would need to do is to have each side piece lie flat, the insides pointing upwards, on a table. Following the diagram for reference, mark each wood piece using a pencil to indicate where the shelves are going to be connected.

Now you can proceed in having the shelves attached to each side. Refer to the diagram for reference and install the cabinet loosely. Look for a surface that is flat to do this. Starting from the upper part to the lower part, align the edges of the shelf precisely with the marks that you have put in. The base of the shelf must be placed 2″ above the base. The bare space will be used for your installation clear. It will later on be applied with molding specifically made for the base. Use one hand to securely hold the shelf then start drilling for your pilot holes. Insert screws unto the holes. Stop once the shelf is no longer loose against side. Do the same procedure on the other side. Proceed in doing so up to the point where all of the 4 parts for the length of the shelf are firmly and correctly affixed to sides.

Now, you will start working on the bead board. On a plane surface, put the shelving unit with the front facing down. Put the bead board with the front facing downwards atop your shelving unit (beadboard lines should be positioned up to down). Make sure that the bead board’s edges is in line with that of the shelving unit. Use nails to secure it.

After that, you will now work on the crown molding. Edges must be aligned with inside miter. Now take the base of your molding’s front part flush to your shelving unit’s upper front edge. Hammer it down using nails. Now precisely arrange the mitered edges in a line and take the base part of side part from the crown molding unto the shelving units’ upper side edge. Hammer with nails again. Do the same procedure on the other side.

Now you are ready to connect the base molding. Ensure that your base moldings’ top part is flush to your base shelf’s top part. Do the same procedure above but this time, to your shelving units’ base. The base molding will have a little bit of excess showing on the base edge. Hammer down nails.

Screw in the holes intended for the screws with the aid of your putty knife. Follow it up with your wood filler. Do the same thing with your nails on the nail holes. Let the filler dry. Then have the surface sanded flush.

Next thing you need to do is get your sash brush and use that to spread primer on your shelf. Do not forget the underside because that will be seen later on. Leave it to dry then coat with latex paint. Follow up with a 2nd coat.

Marks of brush strokes will be lessened if you sand after every coat.

Know the position of your cabinet. Get your 1×2 board and have it place on your wall right below your base shelf, right beneath your base molding. Make sure that when hang, the shelf will not be crooked. The level can be used for this. Then use your drill to create pilot holes that goes all the way to your board and right through your wall. Screw them in to firmly attach it to wall.

Now on the uppermost part of your cabinet, put in your “L” bracket. Put your cabinet unto wall right on cleat. Then have your “L” bracket attached to the wall by screwing it. Hammer down some nails to the base shelf all the way to clear to secure the shelf in its position.

So you’ve decided to decorate your bathroom an you are thinking about adding your own style and personality into the process. First of all you don’t have to always spend a lot of money to get it done if you follow some of the suggestions to come. It doesn’t have to ruin your budget.

So when choosing the color of paint, the texturing and paint selection to compliment the bathroom fixtures, including the sinks, bath tub, and toilets you have to take your time. You will need to be patient and shop around to find the good deals. You will find some nice discounts if you are selective.

Starting with the bathroom fixtures, understand that you don’t have to get a new tub or replace the existing bath tub, sink, or the toilet. You do however need to pay special attention to their current color and condition. Most people have the same color tub, toilet, and sink. As a general rule when going against this idea the bathroom will appear less than acceptable. Make sure the surface of your tub and sink are acceptable or if they need to be re-glazed.

There are a few terms that often lose people which are important to know. If close coupling is mentioned it means that a type or style of toilet where the cistern connects or attaches to the pan. The W.C. means water closet and is used with the toilet generally. A cistern is the part of the toilet that holds the water for flushing.

There are numerous types of tub fixtures to choose from and if you are ok with the options on the tub and sink then let those be the foundation for your plan. Determine what the unique features of your tub and sink are to give you starting points in planning your decorating scheme. Put all of your ideas in a notebook and use the best features already in your bathroom already in place to build on.

You will want the bathtub to help you make your choices because it is the largest part of your bathroom. If you have a modern tub, then go with modern motif and d?cor for example.

The lighting is an important area that is usually overlooked. If the lighting is too bright then the defects in your bathroom are often magnified and point out the wrong areas. If your lighting is too soft or dim then you will put out the wrong shadows. The lighting will also be different in your paint store than in your bathroom so make sure you take home samples before making a decision.

By accenting the bathroom with the use of brass, gold, marble, crystal, and glass you can add elegance. The gold and brass can be costly. Instead of tiling the walls near the tub you might want to use a tub surround or just add a few fancy tiles. It adds elegance and style and keeps the budget down.

If you need more light you can use mirrors for reflection. This is much cheaper than putting in new lights and you can add a chandelier if you have the room. Adjustable lights allow you to dim an brighten the lights which make bathing more relaxing. Do your homework, take your time, and be patient. Most importantly remember to have fun.