How to Make a Towel Rack With Vintage Taps

Photo:  Kristine Larsen

Trace a line on the board where its top shelf will sit to figure out how high to position the supporting brackets on either end.

Steps

• Introduction
• Overview
• 1. Calculate the Space Between Taps
• 2. Mark the Board For a Shelf
• 3. Position the Brackets
• 4. Screw the Brackets On
• 5. Mark the Tap Positions
• 6. Attach the Spindles
• 7. Glue the Escutcheons On
• 8. Set the Taps
• 9. Attach the Shelf Top

Helpful Info:

Article: Vintage Brackets With Style

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