Step 4: Assemble and Attach Lid

assemble and attach lid to build a wood hamper
Illustration: Gregory Nemec
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Secure the lid's short frame pieces between the long frame pieces. Secure the panel to the frame. Attach the lid to the hamper with two butt hinges. Add a stop hinge on one side.
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    1x2 Get one 8-foot length for the four narrower leg pieces.

    1x3 Get three 8-foot lengths for the four wider leg pieces, crosspieces, floor supports, and lid frame

    ⅜-inch beadboard plywood Get half of a 4x8 sheet to make the panels and floor (½-inch plywood can also be used for the floor)2-inch trim-head screws to secure upper crosspieces to the legs.

    ⅝-inch brad nails

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    Butt hinge Get two.

    Top hinge Get one.

    Sash handle Get one, if using.