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Using dowels for hinging the folding shelves

If you can find a smooth metal rod, this would make a more sturdy support.  In the frames, drill 5/16" hole to a depth of 5/8".  If you don't have bit collars, a piece of electrical tape can be used as a depth gage.  Glue the dowels to the frame piece.

With the side frame standards ready to go, you need to recess both the side and end frame pieces for a small brass hinge.  Use either a chisel or your table saw to recess 1/16 to 3/32".

Drill hole for dowel

Drill hole for dowel

Dowel hinge for shelf

Dowel hinge for shelf

Drill holes in corner of shelves for dowel pin hinge

Drill holes in corner of shelves for dowel pin hinge


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