DIY Oak Aquarium Canopy

Construction Part 2

Stan & Debbie Hauter

• Measure, mark and cut the hinge channels in the back of the Canopy Doors.
• Install the hinges in the doors.
• Install the Cabinet Doors.
• Check all of the pieces for fit (make sure corners are flush).
• Measure, mark and cut trim pieces.
• Install trim with finishing nails.
• Drive all of the finishing nails home.
• Countersink nails.
• Use the Oak wood putty on all nail holes.
• Sand to finish.
• Check door alignment and adjust as required.
• Finish (stain) wood surfaces.

• Introduction
• DIY Oak Aquarium Canopy Graphics
• Tools
• Materials
• Project Layout
• Construction - Part 1
• Construction Part 2
• DIY Oak Canopy Hints, Notes & Comments