DIY custom bar cart: and why DIY is the way to go.

Beaute' J'adore

Why DIY: -Satisfaction of creating something custom to your needs. -Typically 50-60% less expensive -Creative outlet

Tools:

Pine wood 1.5" deep 12"x30" three pieces 18-1/2″ flanges 2- 1/2″ 3″ long nipple fitting 2- 1/2″ 90 degree elbow fitting pipe 4- 1/2″ 18″ long nipple pipe 4 1/2″ 12″ long nipple fitting pipe 1- 1/2″ 10″ long nipple fitting pipe 4- 1 1/2″ wheel casters 2- pkgs 1 1/2″ construction screws 1- 100 grit construction paper 1- Fast drying wood stain

Cost

$118.09

Step 01

Sand the wood, clean all the dust well and stain according to container instructions. Make sure the stain is completely dry prior to moving to step 2.

Step 02

Starting with the bottom shelf, make sure the flanges are evenly spaced on the wood, and using the construction screws. Screw the flanges to the wood.

Step 03

Screw the 18″ pipes into the flanges, then attach four flanges to the other end of the pipes, upside down. Flip the middle board over and drill down the flanges. This will ensure proper placement.

Step 04

When the 18″ pipes are in and flanges are attached, flip the cart right side up and screw in the flanges to the top of the middle shelf.

Step 05

After the middle board is attached, and the flanges are securely screwed in, screw in the 12″ tubes.

Step 06

Attach the top flanges, screw in the glassware rack on the bottom side of the top board and place the top board following the steps above.

Step 07

Flip the cart upside down and symmetrically place the casters on each corner. Screw-in the casters.

Step 08

Assemble the entire handle by screwing in your 3″ steel nipples to the elbows and flanges and finishing with the 10″ long fitting pipe. Place the handle center on the back top of the board. Screw the flanges to the board and finish it off with two jute ropes.

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