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Attaching The Seat
(2) Leg Assemblies
(Assembled previously)
(1) 28” 2x8 Pine
Straight 90° cuts
Seat
(8) 2 ½” Screws
Exterior Wood Glue
Now that the Leg units are assembled, the seat will be installed. It is important that the seat be carefully
fastened so that the legs are perpindicular to the floor (standing plumb – straight upright).
A helper can assist in holding the piece tightly while you are drilling and screwing it together, and a level
can help make sure everything is plumb and level.
Stand the Leg Assemblies up. They should be spaced 28
″
apart.
Note:
A helper is useful here.
While the legs are standing up, spread a little glue on the
tops of the Rear Legs.
REPEAT
for both leg assemblies.
Important:
Construction adhesive does not stain, and
can be difficult to sand off. Try to avoid getting any on the
face (exposed surfaces) of the wood. Clean up excess right
away.
Lay the seat in place, on top of the glue.
Important:
Before putting the seat in place, check to
see which side is most attractive. Have the nicer side
facing up. This is a good way to “hide” knots in the wood.
Don’t worry about lumber grade marks—those can be
sanded off.
