[Khufudude]

Hey guys, So the short version is I would like to flatten the 5/16" beveled edge (could take off up to 3/8") to line up one side of this 9" x 12" (x 5/8") wooden plaque w/ a (wood) crate that I've removed the top from. (and attach together)

Right now, I do not have any power saws or sanders. Just a few diff. types of ordinary hand saws, block sander, and a new dremel (8100 8-Volt). Any Suggestions on how to achieve a flat, level edge? Thanks!

 

[jeffnc]

Well, carpenters used to solve problems like these before electricity was invented. Then again, they had decades of experience and a shop full of tools Personally I don't think the Dremel will be of much use. What I would probably do is make a good, straight line where you want the cut. Then cut close to this line with your hand saw, doing the best you can. From there, start making the edge flatter and flatter, watching your line as you go. Start with 36 grit sandpaper, then finish with 60 or however smooth you want it.

 

[Bud9051]

Hi dude,
That's a 2 minute job with a table saw, just have to find someone who will help. Yes, you can do this with a hand saw, but the quality will take time.

If you use the hand saw, leave the line and build a sanding block that will slide over the top while sanding the edge. That will keep your 90° edge and if your block is 8.5" long then the width off the sand paper will cover it.

Or, clamp a piece of wood at the line on each side and sand down to it. Other ways, just never did this without a table saw.

Bud

 

[Khufudude]

Update: Sorry for the delay

Hi dude,
If you use the hand saw, leave the line and build a sanding block that will slide over the top while sanding the edge. That will keep your 90° edge and if your block is 8.5" long then the width off the sand paper will cover it.

Or, clamp a piece of wood at the line on each side and sand down to it. Other ways, just never did this without a table saw.
Bud

Thanks for the tips :thumbsup:. Yep, I ended up cutting down a couple scrap pieces of wood and making a sanding block similar to how you described and used 60 grit, then finer, etc etc. I did the same thing to shorten the back slats about 5/8" (after using a hacksaw first on those).

They sit level. They are by no means perfect, but that's ok b/c they are supposed to be "old/faux distressed" black wooden crates I am using for speaker stands in my home theater setup. They are almost done, I just need to finish the polyurethane (right one needs 1 more coat, left one just finished staining) and sand/clean 'em up a bit.