GoKawiilStep 1: Gather Materials You Will Need
I used these materials, but they may change depending on your specific design spin and coop setup.
Tools: Please also have a jigsaw, drill, and table saw ready!
Quantity Item Price (i.e. Homedepot.com) Notes 1 Rubbermaid 12 in. x 24 in. Organic Ash Laminate Decorative Shelf $6.98 Comes in ash, black, white, oak 2 ClosetMaid ShelfTrack 30 in. x 1 in. White Standard $6.98 Comes in black or white 1 Everbit Satin Nickel Double Robe Hook $3.28 Comes in many different finishes, and sizes. 1 Everbilt 2-1/2 in. Stainless Steel Narrow Utility Hinge Non-Removable Pin (2-Pack) $5.35 A spring hinge can also be used instead. If you choose a spring hinge, you do not need a counterweight. 1 3/8 in. x 4-7/8 in. Stainless Steel Screw Eye $3.67 4 Screws for shelf track #6 x 1 in. Philips Square Drive Flat-Head Full Thread Zinc Coated Multi-Material Screw (40 per Box) $2.50 per box Screws you use should be flush with the track, to avoid the door getting stuck.
Please make sure the screws fit your shelftrack holes. 1 Washer (for counterweight) 1 Metal string (for counterweight) A few lengths 2x4 or 2x3's 1 Thick roll of twine/thin rope Free (found at home) Size and material of this item can vary depending on preferences such as durability and drill hole diameter. As needed Wood Screws Free (found at home) Used mostly to screw in vertical beams and horizontal door stopper.
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