[crynoutloud]

Good afternoon from Atlanta. Just started on a project and would like to get some advise. I bought some white pine 1x10 sides and shelves and 1x12 top which I hope to put a routered edge on. I have sanded it down with a 400 grit sandpaper on a 1/4 sheet sander and am pleased with the finish. Is there something I should do before I put the pre-stain on? It still has some dust even though I've brushed and brushed it off. Also, do you sand the seal or stain?

I read on another thread where someone suggested using a 1x3 of poplar to make some kind of jig before I start using my router. Can anyone elaborate on this or point me to another post? I bought it with a little fancier face and just plan on zipping the three edges of the top shelf. . (1" reveal on sides and front, flush with the back.) I then bought some Luan door skin to make a back surface.

I am just wingining it as I go guys. Any suggestions or comments would be great. BTW- I bought a $99 Ryobi router from home depot.

Thanks,

Tom

 

[crynoutloud]

Thanks!

Thanks for the help!!! In answer to your question the stock I purchased was not laminated and yes I was concerned about the warping but I have had in my shop for a month and have not seen any changes. I have had problems with warping before and didnt know if it was related to the grain or cut of the board. These dont appear to be changing. We usually have the Air or heat on so I dont think it will see much moisture in my duaghters bedroom.

Comments?

thanks,

Tom- BTW I'm in snellville to my fellow Georgian