How to Build an Entryway Organizer | House One

Using stock lumber, glue, and fasteners, This Old House DIY Expert & House One Editor Jenn Largesse explains how to build a handy organizer for your entryway. #ThisOldHouse #AskTOH SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Heading out the door with two kids in tow always requires some planning, but who needs a last-minute scavenger hunt for coats and keys? Not Jenn Largesse! To corral our most-needed items in one dedicated space in the entryway, she built this wall-mounted organizer fitted with cubbies for mail and sunglasses, hooks for coats, and a mirror for a quick check. Cost: About $50 Time: About 3 hours Skill level: Easy Materials two 1x2 pine boards, 8’ long [http://thd.co/2Z1i6X9] one 1x4 pine board, 8’ long [http://thd.co/3qBckaQ] one 1x10 pine board, 6’ long [http://thd.co/3bY5Sq7] 1⁄8” × 4’ x 8’ hardboard panel [http://thd.co/3qAcbEl] 1⁄4” x 11⁄4” lattice molding, 6’ long [http://thd.co/35VwYdC] 20” x 24” beveled-edge mirror [http://thd.co/3bVqW0G] mirror adhesive [https://amzn.to/39QrnGE ] double-sided tape [https://amzn.to/3itOk6y] 5⁄8” [http://thd.co/3p0oDwV] and 11⁄4” [http://thd.co/3isvD2W] brad nails wood glue [https://amzn.to/3sDXcLu] and wood filler [https://amzn.to/38Yj0Kb] 180-grit sandpaper [https://amzn.to/35V2GaR] spray primer [https://amzn.to/39Hbd2o] and paint [https://amzn.to/2XX3hEA] three label holders [https://amzn.to/3bUBLji] three double coat hooks [https://amzn.to/3sEzKxJ] twelve 3⁄4” No. 6 screws [http://thd.co/38WObFu] 12” metal French cleat [http://thd.co/3itnlrB] Tools pencil [https://amzn.to/3iqQeVs] tape measure [https://amzn.to/3bVvBQe] rafter square [https://amzn.to/3sGMh3O] circular saw [https://amzn.to/3qNcYCf] jigsaw [https://amzn.to/39QaiMW] miter saw [https://amzn.to/39KkxT6] brad nailer [https://amzn.to/3qzyvOr] Steps 1. Cut the frame pieces 2. Assemble the frame 3. Cut the cubby brackets 4. Assemble the cubbies 5. Attach the trim 6. Paint, then add hardware 7. Attach the metal chest 8. Glue the mirror For a cut list and templates, go to the This Old House website: [https://ift.tt/3rtBDMb] Looking for more step by step guidance on how to complete projects around the house? Join This Old House Insider to stream over 1,000 episodes commercial-free: https://bit.ly/2GPiYbH Plus, download our FREE app for full-episode streaming to your connected TV, phone or tablet: https://ift.tt/3jclZ3N Follow This Old House and Ask This Old House: Facebook: http://bit.ly/ThisOldHouseFB Twitter: http://bit.ly/ThisOldHouseTwitter http://bit.ly/AskTOHTwitter Pinterest: http://bit.ly/ThisOldHousePinterest Instagram: http://bit.ly/ThisOldHouseIG Tumblr: http://bit.ly/ThisOldHouseTumblr How to Build an Entryway Organizer | House One https://www.youtube.com/thisoldhouse/