Hey all
I’m thinking of building a piece and would love some feedback.
It is a shaker style cabinet for a large collection of 45s. The dimensions of the case would be 40” x 60”x 8” with a base slightly larger.
I’m considering a few different construction methods for the case. I have a df500 which would be the easiest, or pinned rabbets and dados are the two joinery methods I’m most considering.
The base would be constructed with half-blind dovetails and the typical shaker arches cut away. Reinforced with some secondary where needed. I’m not above using screws.
I’d like to use cherry wood.
My concern is strength. Records are heavy. I’d estimate 300lbs of records as the load. This will be free standing. Should I consider flipping the dimensions? 60 wide and 40 tall? I’ve seen similarly tall bookcases and they seem to stay upright. Although I’ve built a lot of shelving units that have turned legs or where the bottom of the case directly meets the ground, I haven’t used this type of base before. I’m wondering what the common consensus is on weight limitations for a design such as this.
I’ve attached a photo of my inspiration.
Please critique! and give opinions/advice if necessary.
Thanks!