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   mrbird90 | Oct 18, 2008 03:45am | #1

   I have had a similar application and I used 1-1/4" sheet metal screws that had a hex head and used my rachet wrench and appropriate socket- the screw had a slot and  hex head. I purchased the screws at a Ace Hardware.

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   barrydaniel | Oct 18, 2008 04:05am | #2

   I didn't even think about that approach. Did you route a slot in the frame then attach the screws?

   Thanks

   Barry

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   mrbird90 | Oct 18, 2008 04:22pm | #3

   I had a dust panel frame at the top so I drilled holes in it but I forgot to counter sink them before gluing it in so when I installed the screws to hold the top the heads of the screws stuck down. Hope this helps

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   ring | Oct 18, 2008 08:45pm | #4

   Why not just drill access holes through the lower shelf? They probably won't be visible in the finished piece, but if they bother you just plug them afterwards.

   David Ring

   http://www.touchwood.co.il/?id=1&lang=e

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   davidbrum | Oct 20, 2008 05:02pm | #5

   If you're using a plywood top, why not attach it with biscuits? I've had good luck with that method. There's quite a bit of room for error. Just make sure you're happy with the placement cause it ain't comin off again.

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   barrydaniel | Oct 21, 2008 12:46am | #6

   I should have mentioned the sides and shelves are the only plywood parts. The tops, edging, doors, glassware rails, feet, and bottle racks will be made from solid material.

   I used the sheet metal screws option, and so far it has worked great. I routed 4 slots 1/2" wide 3/8" deep and punched through with an 3/16" bit centered in those slots.

   I have a finishing problem/concern now. I'll address in another post.