Greenhouse Window
MATERIALS
- Measuring tape and ruler
- 1/2-inch-thick piece of glass
- Level
- Pencil
- Hand saw
- Molding
- Sand paper
- Electric drill
- Wood putty
- Paint
- Felt dot or plastic glide
STEP 1
To determine the dimensions of the shelves, measure the depth and width of the window frame, and subtract 1/2 inch from the width.
STEP 2
Have a glazier cut a 1/2-inch-thick piece of glass to size for each shelf; for a more finished look, have the edges sanded. Using a level and a ruler for precision, make pencil marks where each shelf support should go, starting from the top of the window frame.
STEP 3
Make supports out of molding, available at hardware stores: Using a hand saw, cut two lengths of molding for each shelf (the molding length should equal the depth of the frame). Sand the ends smooth.
STEP 4
Drill three evenly spaced holes (just bigger than the head of a wood screw) in each support. Hold a support against the appropriate mark on the window frame, insert the bit of an electric drill through one of the holes, and drill a starter spot into the frame.
STEP 5
Repeat for the other holes, then countersink screws so the heads don't show. Repeat for remaining supports. Fill holes with wood putty, sand smooth, and paint supports.
STEP 6
Once paint dries, attach a felt dot or plastic glide to each support end, and set glass shelves in place.
