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3. ASSEMBLE

Use adhesive and screws to assemble the four

sides to each other (Figure

D

), then to attach the

top and bottom (Figure

E

).

MAKING FLAT TILE BLOCKS (GIFT 4)

The tiles, 1'×2'×4', require additional reinforcing

in the middle, so require a slight difference in

approach.

1. CUT

Begin by cutting the plywood to size according to

the cut list and Figure

F

.

MAKING CUBES (GIFT 3)

Cubes are the simplest shape, measuring 2'×2'×2'.

1. CUT

Cut the plywood to size as listed in the cut list and

shown in Figure

B

. Then rip the ⁄" (1¼"-thick)

treated deck boards into 1¼" wide strips, and cut

those to lengths described in the cut list.

2. ATTACH STRIPS