How to Build an Outdoor Bar Cart
By , This Old House magazine
Photo: David Prince
Use a paint can to trace a centered arc to make a handle on both 1x4 (short) tray sides. Make sure the cuts are at least ½ inch below the top edge and 1¾ inches above the bottom edge of the 1x4. Use a jigsaw to cut out the handles. Use a file to smooth the cut surfaces.
Steps
- Introduction
- Overview
- 1. Cut the Pieces
- 2. Cut Out the Top Tray's Handles
- 3. Attach Ledges to the Long Sides
- 4. Make the Tray Frames
- 5. Attach the Bottom Boards
- 6. Cut and Mark the Legs
- 7. Make the Notch Cuts
- 8. Drill Holes and Recesses
- 9. Assemble the Sides
- 10. Drill Pilot Holes for the Bottom Tray
- 11. Add Insert Nuts to the Bottom Tray
- 12. Add Insert Nuts to the Crosspieces
- 13. Assemble the Cart Bottom
- 14. Attach the Second Side
- 15. Attach Wheels to the Axle
- 16. Build the Bottle Rack