Making a wooden recipe stand with an adjustable angle involves several steps, including basic woodworking skills, measurements, and tools. Here’s how you can build one:
Materials Needed:
- Wood (e.g., pine, oak, or plywood)
- Wood glue
- Screws (preferably wood screws)
- Hinges (for adjustability)
- Sandpaper
- Wood finish (optional)
- Drill
- Saw (circular saw, miter saw, or hand saw)
- Measuring tape or ruler
- Clamps
- Pencil
Steps:
1. Design and Measurements
- Base: The bottom piece of the stand will be rectangular. A standard size would be around 10 inches wide by 6 inches deep, but you can adjust this based on your needs.
- Back support: This is the vertical piece that will hold the recipe book. A good starting measurement would be 12 inches tall and 7 inches wide, but again, adjust according to the size of the recipe book you are using.
- Front lip: This piece will hold the bottom edge of the recipe book. It can be a 1-inch high strip, approximately 10 inches long.
- Adjustable angle mechanism: You’ll need a piece of wood to act as a prop to adjust the angle, and this will be connected to the back support using a hinge.
2. Cutting the Pieces
- Cut the base piece (10″ x 6″).
- Cut the back support (12″ x 7″).
- Cut the front lip (1″ x 10″).
- Cut the adjustable prop (about 8″ long, depending on the angle range you desire).
3. Preparing the Angled Support
- The adjustable support will pivot on a hinge, allowing you to change the angle of the recipe book.
- Attach the hinge to the top of the back support and the prop piece. Make sure the hinge is installed in such a way that the prop can move freely.
- The other side of the hinge will attach to the back of the base, where it will support the back support piece.
4. Assembly
- Attach the back support to the base using wood glue or screws. The back support should be perpendicular to the base, allowing it to stand upright.
- Position the front lip along the bottom edge of the back support, ensuring it’s attached securely. You can use wood glue or small screws to fix it in place.
- Attach the prop with the hinge at the back of the stand so that it can be lifted or lowered to adjust the angle. Ensure it is stable and can hold the desired weight of the recipe book without tipping over.
5. Finishing Touches
- Sand the entire stand to remove any rough edges and splinters.
- Apply a wood finish (optional) to protect the wood and give it a polished look. You can use a natural oil, varnish, or polyurethane depending on the finish you desire.
- Let the finish dry completely before using the stand.
6. Testing the Stand
- Once everything is dry, test the adjustable stand by placing a recipe book on it.
- Adjust the angle using the hinge and prop mechanism. Ensure the stand is stable at all angles.
Tips:
- Ensure the prop is long enough to provide a sturdy angle, but not too long to make the stand unstable.
- If you prefer, you can add rubber pads or small rubber feet to the bottom of the base to prevent sliding.
Now you have a functional and adjustable wooden recipe stand that you can use in your kitchen! It will keep your recipes at the perfect angle for easy reading while cooking.
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