I love it when an idea works! Don’t you?
I had this amazing idea and in my head I knew exactly what to do…when I went about executing the blueprints from my head I ran into a couple bumps but in the end it all worked out ok. Being flexible is one key component of a successful DIY…because you never know what hiccups you might run into.
I really really love how this KALAX turned out. It really was a breeze once I figured out how to cut the legs. Let me show you exactly what to do.
SUPPLIS:
–IKEA KALAX (cheaper if you can get it at IKEA)
-2×3 board 8.75 9.0 23..25
-1×3 board
–Glue
–Keg Jig (love this, use it all the time)
-1 1/4 inch wood Screws
-Sand Paper
-2 Large Wood Clamps
-Scrap Board
I knew I wanted a mid-century modern type of legs for the base, but I was a little unsure about how to make them. Since each leg is small I was worried about having my fingers so close to the saw. Always practice safety when using power tools! After cutting up and entire 2×3 in trial and error I figured out a pretty good method.
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First cut 4 2×3’s into 9.0 inch lengths with a 7 degree angle on both sides like the image below. Note that both angles should be parallel to each other.
Next take one of your newly cut legs and put it on the miter saw. Line it up with the blade, on an angel, so that you have about 1 inch left on the bottom that will be left after you make the cut (but don’t cut it yet!) See the image below. Take a scrap board and butt it up right up against the leg. Using a wood clamp clamp the scrap wood in place. Also add another wood clamp to the leg. This way you don’t have to worry about your fingers getting in the way. Also, make sure the clamp isn’t in the way of the saw blade. Cut the leg.
The image below is the set up that I described above, only the leg has already been cut. Now you can cut each of the legs and they will all be exactly the same. I will be the first to admit that there is probably a better way to do this, if you have one please share it with all of us!
After all 4 legs are cut it’s time to cut the sides and back pieces using the 1×3 board. The front and back pieces are cut to 23.25 inches long. The sides are cut to 9 inches each. The front and back pieces will also have an angle cut, it’s very easy though. The front and back pieces will be square.
To get the cut exact for the front and back frame pieces, lay the leg on the front/back piece and trace a line for the angle. (see image below)
Line the piece of wood up on the saw and cut along the line.
Here is what the front and back piece should look like after you cut the angles.
Drill two pocket holes on all ends of the 4 frame pieces, front, back and two sides.
Add a little bit of glue before screwing in the wood screws. One note on the Kreg Jig, set the depth setting to 3/4 and use the 1 1/4 inches screws.
Here is an image of what the front and back should look like.
After you have the front and back pieces done, it’s time to add the sides. This works best with two people. Add a little bit of glue to the bottom of the side piece of wood and secure it with wood screws.
Here the frame is all put together.
I swear I always learn something new from every DIY that I do. I didn’t really take a good look at the KALAX before making the base but I realized after it was made that the KALAX is only solid wood on the edged…..oops.
This meant that I would not be able to screw the base into it.
So I was quick on my feet and decided to glue a piece of plywood to the bottom of the KALAX and then screw my base to that. I figured that this piece wasn’t going to be having a ton of weight on it, like a bench might, so I went for it. This is where the “being flexible” part comes into play…haha
I glued the piece on.
I then made additional pocket holes in the base with the Kreg Jig and screwed the base to the KALAX. Phew! It was a minor set back.
I grabbed Fiona for a quick picture and asked her to look her best, she obliged. I think that this will look fabulous in The Suit Pecan.
And so this DIY had a couple issues along they way, with a little trail and error and some determination I got it done….and I love how it turned out!
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I LOVE this!!!
Thanks Michelle! I was pretty surprised at how well it come together, once I figured out how to get the legs cut. Hope you guys are doing well!
Beautiful Shonee! I don’t think I would have figured that base out lol. Thank you for sharing at Merry Monday!
Thanks Amanda. The legs were the bugger on this one…haha Once I got those done, the base came together pretty good. Thanks for the party!
great look!
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Love how this turned out!
Thank Ashley! Sometimes my ideas works and sometimes not. Luckily this one turned out good. Have a great week!
This is awesome! Love it! Pinning!
Love it! Thanks for sharing at Merry Monday.
I love this! It looks so great. Thank you for linking up to The Creative Exchange. We will be featuring your project this week.
xo,
Laura
Thanks for stopping by Laura! Also, thanks for the feature!!
I absolutely adore this mid-century twist that you gave to your Kallax shelf. It look so much better with those legs!!
Thanks! I love how it turned out. It is amazing how just adding legs gives it a totally different feel.
Thank thank you thank you very much. I was looking for an easy tutorial how to add leggs and do something similar. I love it. You saved me. :). Keep up the good work
I hope you give this one a try. I love mine!
This turned out so cute! We are currently making a list of home projects we want to do for the summer here in Irmo & will have to add this to the list. Hopefully we can find time to do some kitchen cabinet painting too. Thanks so much for sharing!!!
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