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[Destructive Dave]

Is there anywhere I can try and commission some work in the forum?

 

[Phil Pascoe]

Details would help.

 

[Destructive Dave]

I wasn't sure if I was allowed mate that's all. Basically just making some draws, doesn't matter about wood colour etc long as practical. I'll put the runners on so guess that needs factoring in the size width wise. 68cm wide
72cm high I'll have to get the depth on Monday. Would like 3 big draws making. Manchester area up to 50mile surrounding or delivery if viable.

 

[ChaiLatte]

...doesn't matter about wood colour etc long as practical. Width wise. 68cm wide 72cm high

That is a big drawer. What is to go in it? What weight do you expect it to be when full? That will determine the most appropriate runners to use, which will determine their size which will determine the final dimensions of hte box.

At that size, would MDF or plywood be acceptable? If it is not on show, that form of construction with screwed joints (visible screws on the front) and biscuits, dowels, or dominos for alignment would be strong.

If it is going to be seen and be heavily loaded, the construction method has to make sure the bottom does not fall out and that the front does not pull off when opening.

 

[Destructive Dave]

Nothing much in terms of weight. But potentially one draw may store up to 20kg. I don't care about the cosmetics on it whatsoever, they just need to be strong and durable

 

[ChaiLatte]

...they just need to be strong and durable

If you are unable to get anything useful from here, perhaps consider this approach:

https://www.hm-wood-shop.co.uk/shop/wooden-box-mdf-16337p.html

Turn your head sideways and it looks quite like a drawer. You might have to ask the people if they can make them so their 'back' is your 'bottom'.

If you were able to screw them together yourself, search on 'MDF cut to size' or similar - you just send them the sizes, they cut and post to you and you assemble.

 

[Destructive Dave]

If you are unable to get anything useful from here, perhaps consider this approach:

https://www.hm-wood-shop.co.uk/shop/wooden-box-mdf-16337p.html

Turn your head sideways and it looks quite like a drawer. You might have to ask the people if they can make them so their 'back' is your 'bottom'.

If you were able to screw them together yourself, search on 'MDF cut to size' or similar - you just send them the sizes, they cut and post to you and you assemble.

Thanks mate I really appreciate your input I'm thinking I can do it myself based on what you gave me and that's some golden advice