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We needed an entryway stuff shelf and this was the least bad location for one (lemmy.ml)

submitted 1 month ago by ArmoredThirteen@lemmy.ml to c/beginner_woodworking@lemmy.ml

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This is the first shelf I've ever built! I've made a couple workbenches before but never a shelf. Hopefully the first of many we've got a few places around the house that need better storage

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[–] Brokkr@lemmy.world 4 points 1 month ago

Don't over think the finish if this is just a functional piece.

Get a can of wipe on, water based polyurethane (any big box store). You could also prime and paint it (just like a wall). Either way, be aware of the fumes, so work in the garage if you can.

For a face frame, you could just use some strips of clear pine, about 1" wide, 1/2" thick each. Glue and nail the wide face onto the edge of the plywood all around the front (keeping the top edge flush to the top surface of the shelf).