Dress Up Closet from Stair Spindles
DIY Dress Up Rail made from stair spindles! Make this super cute and fun project with free.
Dimensions
Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.
What you need
- 2 - 41" stair spindles with block end at top and bottom
- 2 - curtain rod finials
- 1 - 1x6 @ 8 feet long
- 1 - 1x2 or rod pole @ 3 feet long
- 1 - 2x4 @ 4 feet long
- 2" self tapping screws (try Spax or similar) for attach bottom shelf boards in last step
fastener between 2-1/2" and 2-3/4" long for step 1
- 2 - 2x4 @ 17" - long point to long point, both ends cut at 30 degrees, ends NOT parallel
- 4 - 2x4 @ 3-1/2"
- 4 - 1x6 @ 5-1/2"
- 2 - 1x6 @ 36"
- measuring tape
- square
- pencil
- safety glasses
- hearing protection
- kreg-jig
- drill
- jigsaw
- compound miter saw
- sander
Step by step
Step 1
Attach 2x4 base pieces together. Use a fastener between 2-1/2" and 2-3/4" long, if nailing make sure you also use glue.
Step 2
Drill 3/4" pocket hole screws to attach the stair spindle to the base, one on each side. Attach with 1-1/4" pocket hole screws.
Step 3
Cut corbels from 1x6 pieces with jigsaw. Attach with 3/4" pocket holes to the stair spindle and 2x4 base. Drill out top for curtain rod finials and attach.
Attach 1x6 shelf boards between corbels with screws to 2x4 base and corbels.
Measure distance between stair spindles at top and cut 1x2. Attach with 3/4" pocket holes and 1-1/4" pocket hole screws and glue.
Finishing
Sand all surfaces, starting with a medium grit and finishing with fine. Wipe off the dust, fill any holes or gaps with wood filler, and sand smooth once dry. Apply primer if you're painting, then finish with your choice of paint or stain and seal with a durable clear topcoat. For outdoor projects, use exterior-rated primer, paint or stain, and sealer so the piece stands up to the weather.
