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Project 6: The Sma’ Kist (Tool Chest)
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Learn how to
make a traditional wooden sma’ kist (tool chest) using this high quality colour |
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manual with
step by step instructions. |
The DIY
furniture making manual for the sma’ kist (tool chest) is a comprehensive colour
guide with step-by-step instructions, detailing how to make this traditional
piece of quality Scottish wooden furniture.
Although
the sma’ kist has been fitted up as a tool chest, it can be used for many other
purposes. As the top of kists tend to split as a result of the wood shrinking
when it meets central heating, our design suggests that you dry joint the top.
Traditionally, tops were always nailed on then punched and filled, however our
DIY project manual suggests that you dowel the top on so that the fixings are
hidden.
The manual
also suggests the fitting of a strap (a leather strap can be supplied as an
optional extra) as it doesn’t interfere with the movement of the inner tray.
This woodworking
project is aimed at intermediate level; we recommend that inexperienced
woodworkers complete one of our first three projects (the creepie stool, the
corner unit or the bread box) before tackling the sma’ kist or more advanced
furniture making projects
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