DO IT YOURSELF Toddler Standing Sandbox $165 4 Hours
Toddler Standing Sandbox This is a simple weekend project with lasting benefits. This design keeps sand and stone where you want it, as well as provides a bit of storage for toys. The lid will keep everything dry when not in use. As a secondary benefit, this project can function as an outdoor coffee table. Although it is a bit tall, at 24” it can be converted to an 18” height when the little ones outgrow the sandbox by simple removing a few inches from the legs.
Drawing - Layout Drawing - Layout Drawing - Layout Top 23-1/2” x 47-1/2” x 1/2” Top Cleat 1-1/2” x 3/4” Frame 5 1 /4 44 17 7/8 17 7/8 181/2 Apron 5-1/2” x 44” x 3/4” Dividers - (x2) 3-1/2” x 18-1/2” x 3/4” Top Cleat 1-1/2” x 47-1/2” x 3/4” 451/2 Apron 5-1/2” x 18-1/2” x 3/4” 231/2 Top 471/2 Retention Cleat 5/8” x 5/8” (x4) Bottom 18-1/2” x 42-1/2” x 1/2” Leg Support Assembly 2ea - 3-1/2” x 23-1/2” x 3/4” (x4) 231/2 471/2 3
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Step 1: Cut Parts 1.1 – Layout Using the drawing provided, layout the parts. Remember to allow for the saw 1 kerf (about 1/8”). Step Cut Parts 1.2 – Crosscut 1.1 – Layout Step Layout Frame Parts 1 Cut Parts Crosscut Crosscut Crosscut Crosscut the frame parts to the appropriate lengths. We thebut drawing provided, parts. 1.1 – Layoutlayout used a power miterUsing saw, a handsaw will the work as well. Remember to allow for theUsing saw the kerfdrawing (about 1/8”). provided, layout the parts. 1.
Step 2: Assembly 1.1 – Assemble Legs PVC Glue the 3-1/2” x 23” boards and clamp as shown in the photo 1.2 – Construct Main Frame Assemble Legs Construct Main Frame Install 5/8” Cleat Attach Legs Using trim head screws and PVC Cement, connect the 5-1/2” x 44 & 18-1/2” boards. 1.3 – Install 5/8” Cleat Install the 5/8” x 5/8” retention band around the bottom portion of the frame with trim head screws and PVC glue. This will be used to hold the bottom panel in place. 1.
Step 3: Assembly 3.1 – Insert Bottom Lay the frame assembly on its side and PVC Glue the bottom Panel to the 5/8” band. 3.2– Allow Glue to Cure Insert Bottom Allow Glue to Cure Install Dividers Band the Top Stand frame upright and allow glue adequate cure time before moving to next step. 3.3 – Install dividers Glue the dividers to the bottom and screw through sides of the frame to complete install. With spacers clamped in position, use the 2-1/2” trim head screws to secure the door and act as hinges.
Step 4: Assembly 4.1 – Sand all Edges PVC can have sharp edge after cutting, so it is important to sand all cut edges with 220 grit sand paper.
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