Steps
STEP 1
Cut out all material using the Lumber & Sheet Cut Layout Guide. Some initial sanding can be done after cutting the boards and panels.Sanding pieces prior to building can make the process easier before final assembly.
Tools
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STEP 2
Measure and cut the (2) awning supports with the jig saw.
Tools
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STEP 3
Measure 3-1/2” on both sides of the sign panel as shown in the diagram. Then connect the points with a 22-1/4” radius arc. Cut using a jig saw. Sand edges smooth.
Tools
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STEP 4
Follow the diagram to create half circles on the trim board for the awning. Cut using a jig saw. Sand edges smooth.
Tools
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STEP 5
Align (1) 16” side slat to (1) 2” x 2” x 19-1/2” inner support and (1) 19-1/2” back support. Glue and nail together using the 1-1/2” brad nails
Tools
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STEP 6
Continue adding side slats to fill the supports. Leave a 1/2” gap in between slats. Repeat Steps 5 & 6 to build a second set.
Tools
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STEP 7
Stand both sides up as shown in the diagram. Align a 24” front slat to the front. Attach with glue and 1-1/2” brad nails. Align a 22-1/2” bottom support to the inside of the backside. Glue and nail together.
Tools
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STEP 8
Continue adding the front slats to the table base assembly.
Tools
![Ice cream stand base](https://2e1293630802db8d0d56-50fcdb1c10e3e49a3d1b0541a2f13b69.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/projects/steps/51576267a94f4f1a9fdcdee05ee954be.png)
STEP 9
Align the tabletop to the table base. Attach with glue and nail together.
Tools
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STEP 10
Align the 48” post to the back of the table assembly. Glue and nail together for the inside of the back support boards.
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STEP 11
Measure 24-5/8” from the tabletop and mark on each post. Align the sign panel to the marks. Glue and nail together
Tools
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STEP 12
Align the awning to fit on the angled cuts of the awning support boards. Allow the panel to overhang by 1/2”. Attach with glue and brad nails.
Tools
![Nailing wood together](https://2e1293630802db8d0d56-50fcdb1c10e3e49a3d1b0541a2f13b69.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/projects/steps/1e4f4a71264c48edaaadca1fd2965933.png)
STEP 13
Attach the scalloped board to the front of the awning. It should fit under the 1/2” overhang. Attach with glue and brad nails.
Tools
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STEP 14
Align the awning assembly to the posts and sign panel. Attach with glue and brad nails
Tools
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STEP 15
Sand as needed and paint as desired.
Tools
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