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Building Custom Bathroom Furniture: Step-by-Step Guide
This guide provides detailed instructions on how to build custom bathroom furniture—a nightstand or cabinet—from scratch using wooden furniture boards. It focuses on practical tips, tool usage, and finishing techniques to help you create durable and attractive pieces.
Key Tips and Steps for DIY Bathroom Furniture
Material Selection
- Use furniture boards (avoid chipboard) for better durability.
- Coniferous wood boards are affordable but must be treated thoroughly with antiseptic and varnish to prevent warping.
- Recommended thickness:
- Boards: 18 mm
- Countertop: 4 cm (a wooden stair step can be repurposed as countertop material)
- Inspect boards personally to select even, non-warped pieces.
Tools and Equipment
- Dexter cordless saw with carbide-toothed discs for precise cutting of wood sheets.
- Delta vibrating grinder for sanding and finishing edges.
- Drill with Euro screw bits for assembling with confirmat screws.
- Forsner drill bit (35 mm) for drilling hinge holes.
- Clamps to hold parts during cutting and assembly.
Cutting and Assembly
- Measure and mark all parts carefully before cutting.
- Prepare sidewalls, bottom, shelves, and plinth with precise dimensions to fit your bathroom space.
- Use confirmat screws with pre-drilled holes for strong joints; cover screw heads with plastic or wooden plugs.
- Assemble the cabinet on the floor for convenience, then move and install it in the bathroom.
- Drill hinge holes on facades (doors) carefully to avoid splitting the wood.
Finishing and Protection
- Sand all parts thoroughly to remove burrs and roughness.
- Treat all wood surfaces with antiseptic impregnation to protect against moisture.
- Apply decorative wood impregnation containing wax (e.g., Dufa Protect) that is water-repellent and enhances the wood grain.
- Apply multiple coats (2–4) of transparent and colored impregnation for desired finish and protection.
- Seal all edges and cutouts with silicone to prevent water damage.
Installation Details
- Cut holes in the cabinet for plumbing (siphon, taps).
- Install a slip-on sink using silicone adhesive.
- Choose a high-quality mixer tap (brand: Orange) with a modern square design, installed centrally on the countertop.
- Drill a hole in the thick countertop for the mixer tap sleeve using a feather drill.
- Connect water hoses, extending them if necessary.
Troubleshooting
- Be cautious when unscrewing plumbing fittings to avoid spinning or damaging couplings.
- Replace faulty fittings by cutting and soldering new ones if needed.
Final Remarks
- The finished cabinet offers ample storage space with multiple shelves for towels, shampoos, and bathroom accessories.
- DIY furniture making can yield results as good as or better than store-bought options.
- The project requires multiple days and careful, step-by-step work.
Notable Locations, Products, and Tools
- Materials sourced from: Leroy Merlin (hardware store)
- Tools:
- Dexter cordless saw
- Delta vibrating grinder
- Forsner drill bit (35 mm)
- Wood treatment product: Dufa Protect decorative impregnation
- Mixer tap brand: Orange (modern, square design)
This guide is ideal for woodworking enthusiasts, DIY furniture makers, and those renovating bathrooms, offering practical advice on materials, tools, and finishing techniques to create durable, custom bathroom furniture.
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