2007-09-10 09:21:00 · 8 answers · asked by anna b 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
you must be very careful about it
2007-09-18 08:06:55 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 7⤊ 0⤋
Try using 12-18" high x 12-18" deep upper kitchen cabinets. They already have the doors on them. You want to measure out 18-20" from the back wall, all the way around to get your dimensions for the width of each cabinet. You may not want the outside cabinets to be as wide as the center, since it will be projecting out into the room, and you may want that extra 4-8" for leg protection when walking by. Just make sure they end in line where the window trim does for balance. If you use the 12" deep cabinets, 12" high, add a base made of 2x4's for them to sit on/screwed to. Height is determined by the top surface. If you want to add a cushion, adjust for the thickness. Fix the base to the floor, pulling the cabinets out until the depth is what is comfortable for you, usually 16-20". They should overlap the 2x4 base about 4" for a toe kick. Make sure they are well supported with the 2x4's. Top with mitered plywood, being sure to add 2x4 braces screwed to the wall where the gap is on the back of the corners to support the 3/4" plywood. Trim out the face, and if necessary, the back under the windows. You may need two layers of plywood if it feels spongy. Just be sure to add trim to cover the front edge.
You may want to add 1 1/2 to3" inside corners, to make it easier to open the doors. If you are going to paint them, use 1x4 ripped to width, making the inside corner whatever the angle is that you've already established. Not all angles are 45 degrees, especially in a bay, usually 20-33 degrees. Just measure the inside corner with a protractor. Secure the cabinets to the base, cover the end panels with plywood to cover the back gap,
Then cover the 2x4 base with base board and 1/4 round molding, wrapping the end panels with it, and adding a trim strip to the front edge of the plywood or letting the cabinet cover it, or use 1x4 trim. Finish as you wish.
2007-09-17 21:33:23 · answer #2 · answered by dancer5224 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have all the tools; first decide how big you want it to be. it helps if you can measure one at another location. Keep in mind, safety first. if you have kids don,t build it at exact window height without window coverage. Draw out your design. there are a number of places on the web with designs, or copy one from library. frame unit on top of floor. don't attach frame until you have finalized design. You can cover seat with 3/4 " plywood. leave access to the interior to store other items. you can also install a pull out drawer to have easy access for what ever appeals to you.Cover with polyurathane and top that with cushions. good luck...
2007-09-10 18:58:11 · answer #3 · answered by grounded 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi...it's pretty much like cooking lessons, just built a low drawer with top bench at 1.5' high using plywood ingredients right across one corner to the other as the bay kinks outside, sandown & varnish the finishes and throw a couple of dressing cushions on top to sit.. and...vola...there you have it......a bay window! Happy cooking!
2007-09-14 11:43:33 · answer #4 · answered by benjy chang 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to the "This Old House" website and do a search for bay window seats.
2007-09-10 16:30:08 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
i think that as you have had to ask this question you should leave well alone.
its not easy, you need a lot of tools, and a fair amount of time.
try the internet. if not have a look inside a caravan or mobile home the same principle is used in most...
2007-09-11 07:23:06 · answer #6 · answered by crazy_gang1843 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Call a carpenter for good looking results.
2007-09-18 08:10:30 · answer #7 · answered by Aloha_Ann 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you go to Home Depot they have how to books and personnel to help you out.
2007-09-16 14:32:08 · answer #8 · answered by bornfree 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋