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Changing Table From "Wasted Spaces" episode DWSP-108

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6. Glue the metal and plywood together and slide the two into the dado with the metal facing up.

7. Place the last side of the box on and nail.

8. Lay the box flat and use a router with a 1/4" roundover bit, to router the inside and outside edges of the box.

Safety Alert: Always wear safety glasses when operating any tool that creates sawdust.

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	The simple pine frame will be the anchor that holds the folding unit to the wall.
	Piano hinges, or continuous hinges, are perfect for long surfaces that need to pivot.

Building Frame

1. Use the assembled box to determine the dimensions for the frame. There needs to be a 1/4" between the box and the frame on all sides so there won't be friction when the table is folded down.

2. Cut 1"x4" and 1"x2" to length on the chop saw. Again, use 45 degree miter cuts for these.

3. Lay the 1"x4" down on the flat side and assemble it with glue and nails.

4. Turn the 1"x2" on the short edge so it stands up and assemble it with glue and nails.

5. With the two frames assembled, now connect them. Lay the 1"x2" frame on the table and set the other frame on top, so that the inside edges align. Glue and nail the two together.

6. Sand, prime and paint the frame and the box.

Attaching Frame With Piano Hinge

1. Place the box and frame on a table and align the edges.

2. Use the screws that came with the hinge to secure it.

Tip: The piano hinge is strong enough to hold a baby, but the changing table will also be outfitted with a sturdy chain for extra support.

	Fill the nail holes and touch up the paint. Set in the changing pad.
	The chain prevents the changing table from unfolding past perpendicular to the wall.

Changing Table Installation

1. Set the table on the wall over the wall insert. It should already be level because the wall insert is level.

2. Pre-drill through the outer frame, into the studs at the left, right and center.

3. Drive 3" drywall screws into pre-drilled holes.

4. Cover the screws and outer frame with decorative trim.

Tip: It is best to use a countersink bit to pre-drill for the screws so they drive flush to the frame.

Securing Folding Box

1. Pre-drill holes for bolts through each side of the folded down box.

2. Do this approximately four inches from the front edge.

3. Hook the chain on the bolt and secure it with a washer and a nut.

4. On the wall, twist an angled hook through the left and right sides of the wall insert and into the stud.

5. Cut the chain to length with small bolt cutters and place it on the hook.

Creating Custom Latch

To keep the table up against the wall, use a kitchen cabinet door knob with a long screw.

1. In the center on the top of the frame, drill down through the frame on the wall and slightly into the top of the box of the changing table.

2. Using a larger drill bit, increase the size of the hole in the box, only make the hole 1/2" deep.

3. Push the screw up through the bottom of the hole in the frame and thread the knob on the end.

4. To lock the unit, hold the table firmly against the wall and press down on the knob. The end of the screw will slide right into the larger hole in the box.

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