Architectural Salvage Idea to Organize Your Mail
Let's face it...
the mail comes in and gets dumped on the nearest counter, desk, box in some corner (not seen by man for decades).
Here is a great idea to get it organized and create a interesting architectural accent at the same time.
This article project is a "mail storage unit made from a single or double shutter".
Here's how to make it: Step 1 - Find either a intriguing single shutter or pair that is in good condition and the louvers of the shutter in good shape and not broken or loose.
Step 2 - Go to your local home improvement store and check in their "mis cut" area to see if you can score a piece of 3/8 to 1/2 inch plywood.
Make sure that you get a piece that can be cut to the same dimensions as the shutter (or both shutters if you decide to make a mail storage shutter pair).
Step 3 - Cut the plywood to the same size as the shutter.
Step 4 - Paint the back of the plywood if desired or leave it natural since it will not show except when looking at your creation from the side.
Your choice.
Step 5 - Set the plywood down on a flat surface and put a 1/2" stripe of Wood Glue around all four sides of the plywood about 3/4" inch from the edge.
Step 6 - Set the shutter on the plywood and put a clamp on each of the four sides of the shutter and plywood that has been joined together and let dry overnight.
(It is interesting to know if you need to repair or create any other uses of joined wood that when you use a generous amount of wood glue on any joined wood surfaces the bond will be stronger than the original wood would be! The trick is to let it dry overnight rather than rushing to continue the next step of your project before the glue sets up).
Step 7 - After the wood has set over night you have your "shutter mail box" unit ready to add any individual touches that may inspire you.
Drawer pulls and handles, cool salvaged pieces of metal, door knobs, decorative wood trim pieces all make great accent touches.
Step 8 - Put two picture hooks, picture hangers or connect light weight picture wire to the back and find a truly inspiring wall to hang your new creation! Step 9 - Take the next batch of mail and put one or two pieces into each of the louvers.
You will find that the mail looks organized and it is easily retrievable when you are "in the mood"! Using architectural salvaged materials is a great way to show your creativity as well as add "old accent" touches to your home.
Finding wonderful new functions and uses for your great architectural treasures shows your designer savvy as well as a ecologically useful role of saving these great items from the landfill.
If you are ever in Southern California stop by and visit Silverado Warehouse, our two acre architectural and primitive antique "wonderland".
We are in Rainbow, California (4 miles so.
of Temecula).
You can also visit us online at http://www.
silveradowarehouse.
com .
the mail comes in and gets dumped on the nearest counter, desk, box in some corner (not seen by man for decades).
Here is a great idea to get it organized and create a interesting architectural accent at the same time.
This article project is a "mail storage unit made from a single or double shutter".
Here's how to make it: Step 1 - Find either a intriguing single shutter or pair that is in good condition and the louvers of the shutter in good shape and not broken or loose.
Step 2 - Go to your local home improvement store and check in their "mis cut" area to see if you can score a piece of 3/8 to 1/2 inch plywood.
Make sure that you get a piece that can be cut to the same dimensions as the shutter (or both shutters if you decide to make a mail storage shutter pair).
Step 3 - Cut the plywood to the same size as the shutter.
Step 4 - Paint the back of the plywood if desired or leave it natural since it will not show except when looking at your creation from the side.
Your choice.
Step 5 - Set the plywood down on a flat surface and put a 1/2" stripe of Wood Glue around all four sides of the plywood about 3/4" inch from the edge.
Step 6 - Set the shutter on the plywood and put a clamp on each of the four sides of the shutter and plywood that has been joined together and let dry overnight.
(It is interesting to know if you need to repair or create any other uses of joined wood that when you use a generous amount of wood glue on any joined wood surfaces the bond will be stronger than the original wood would be! The trick is to let it dry overnight rather than rushing to continue the next step of your project before the glue sets up).
Step 7 - After the wood has set over night you have your "shutter mail box" unit ready to add any individual touches that may inspire you.
Drawer pulls and handles, cool salvaged pieces of metal, door knobs, decorative wood trim pieces all make great accent touches.
Step 8 - Put two picture hooks, picture hangers or connect light weight picture wire to the back and find a truly inspiring wall to hang your new creation! Step 9 - Take the next batch of mail and put one or two pieces into each of the louvers.
You will find that the mail looks organized and it is easily retrievable when you are "in the mood"! Using architectural salvaged materials is a great way to show your creativity as well as add "old accent" touches to your home.
Finding wonderful new functions and uses for your great architectural treasures shows your designer savvy as well as a ecologically useful role of saving these great items from the landfill.
If you are ever in Southern California stop by and visit Silverado Warehouse, our two acre architectural and primitive antique "wonderland".
We are in Rainbow, California (4 miles so.
of Temecula).
You can also visit us online at http://www.
silveradowarehouse.
com .
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