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MDF panels used to create a feature in a void between rooms.
The project
I purchased this house six years ago and the void between the dining area and the study always bothered me. I didn’t like the idea of shutters because it would enclose the spaces, so I drew up this plan for open shelving, and then contacted a few builders, who never responded. "How hard can it be?", I asked myself.
So off to Bunnings, for some large panels of 18mm MDF. Armed with my Stanley tape measure, a pencil and my Ryobi One+ circular saw, I set to work.
Using the guide attachment on the saw, I cut the lengths of MDF to the correct width. From there, I made the external frame, and all the cuts for the internal shelves. I assembled it on the floor of the dining room, cross checking measurements/angles etc., ensuring everything was square as I drilled the holes and screwed everything into place.
Crossing my fingers, and praying it would be a snug fit, I asked my son to assist with lifting it into place. I used the spirit level and a few little pieces of timber to wedge into the gaps, prior to clamping, drilling and screwing it into place.
Using the MDF, I decided to apply two coats of primer, followed by two top coats. Lots of sanding between coats of paint, and, of course, all visible nail holes were puttied and lightly sanded prior to first undercoat.
I have today purchased the architrave and hope to have this installed next week, which will finish off the project. Without the availability of a drop saw, I have purchased a mitre block, and a fine-toothed hand saw to obtain the necessary 45-degree angles.
Feeling proud of the finished result. I am a single mum, and it is really satisfying to accomplish something like this. (The Saturn 5 is my son’s Lego. I designed the shelving so as to provide a space for this to be showcased).
Before and after
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