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Required Tools for this Project

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    • Miter saw
    • Air compressor
    • Brad nail gun
    • Cordless drill
    • Circular saw
    • Level
    • Table saw

Required Materials for this Project

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    • One 4' x 4' x 1/2" birch plywood (A, B, C)
    • One 2' x 4' x 3/4" birch plywood (K, L)
    • Two 1/2" x 3/4" x 8' pine (A1, B1, J)
    • One 3/4" x 3/4" x 4' pine (D)
    • One 1x4 x 6' pine (E)
    • One 1x3 x 4' pine; two 1x3 x 8' pine (F, G)
    • One 1x2 x 6' (H)
    • 1" brads
    • 1-1/2" brads
    • 2-1/2" finish nails
    • Wood glue
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