Simple Wooden Footstool Item # 6888E
Assembly Instructions
from
The Basket Maker's Catalog
521 East Walnut St.
Scottsville, KY 42164
1-800 447-7008
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Copyright 2010
Parts:
4 - Square Legs
4 - Short Round Rungs
4 - Long Round Rungs
Tools Needed:
Rubber Mallet or Hammer and Scrap of Wood
Wood Glue
Sandpaper
Note: Test fit parts before applying glue. The rungs should fit snugly in the holes. Sand the end of the rungs if necessary.
If the rungs fit a bit loosely, the gluing as described below and the seating material will hold the stool together.
Sand all parts with fine sandpaper before final assembly.
Apply glue to the ends of 2 short rungs and insert them into the legs.
See Photo for the position of the rungs.
Place one leg on a solid surface and seat the rungs by tapping with a rubber mallet. If you use a normal hammer place a scrap piece of wood on the leg before tapping.
If the rungs fit loosely, tie a cord around the legs to hold the rungs temporarily in place as the glue dries.
Repeat this for the other short rungs and legs.
Apply glue to the ends of the long rungs, insert into the holes in the legs and seat all the rungs using your rubber mallet or hammer. Wipe off any excess glue with a damp cloth. Allow glue to dry according to manufacturer's directions.
After glue is completely dry, wipe off any dust and apply a wood finish to the stool. Allow the finish to dry completely before weaving the seat.
Weave the seat with your favorite seating material - choose from:
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