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DIY Leather Daybed
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Cut two sheets of plywood to measurements with circular saw
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Make sure plywood is free from sawhorses before cutting
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Clamp down material to help make straight cuts
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For cross cuts, move over, clamp in place and make cut
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Glue both plywood sheets together for added strength
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Screws can be used to speed up the build
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If you have the time to wait for glue to cure screws are not necessary
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For the cushion I’ll be using Kaizen foam with an exacto knife. Score for clean cuts
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Add 3/4” strips on the longer side of the cushion
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Spray glue all pieces together. Start with the base and then glue the strips
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Use double stick tape to adhere the two pieces (foam and plywood) together
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Place cushion over leather and add 5” all over. This gives enough to fold over cushion and staple
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Use tape to help even out before stapling the leather on
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Measure placement of hairpin legs. Use pen to mark screw holes on plywood. Pre-drill holes
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Screw in hair pin legs
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For more detailed instructions visit Homemade-Modern.com
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Circular Saw
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10” Hair Pin Legs
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