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== Tools ==
* create parts/supplies list
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* Saws: circular and/or table saw
* create tool list
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* Carpenter's square
* create presentation for workshop - topics to include overview of LFL program, resources available to build your own, and city rules
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* Tape measure
* acquire books
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* Caulk gun
* create instructable after workshop
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* Exterior deck screws (will hold together better than nails)
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* Clamps
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* Screwdriver and/or drill
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* Sand paper
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* Paint brush and roller
  
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== Materials ==
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* Plywood
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* Boards
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* Post
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* Hinges and hook for door
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* Glass or acrylic for window
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* Shingles
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* Screws
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* Wood glue
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* Caulk
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* Paint or stain and sealant
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== Directions and Plans ==
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* [http://www.instructables.com/id/Little-Free-Library/ Instructable]
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* [http://littlefreelibrary.org/builders/ LFL.org]
  
  

Revision as of 16:41, 22 August 2014

Tools

  • Saws: circular and/or table saw
  • Carpenter's square
  • Tape measure
  • Caulk gun
  • Exterior deck screws (will hold together better than nails)
  • Clamps
  • Screwdriver and/or drill
  • Sand paper
  • Paint brush and roller

Materials

  • Plywood
  • Boards
  • Post
  • Hinges and hook for door
  • Glass or acrylic for window
  • Shingles
  • Screws
  • Wood glue
  • Caulk
  • Paint or stain and sealant

Directions and Plans


introductory video http://vimeo.com/72957294

overview of the history of LFL program http://littlefreelibrary.org/ourhistory/

basic plan with supply list http://kalamazoolittlefreelibraries.com/Little_Free_Libraries_of_Kalamazoo/Resources_files/LFL_plans.pdf

directions for installation http://littlefreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/Updated-Installation-Instructions_3.26.14.pdf


city guidelines from Dale Miller for the city of Wichita

    LFLs must be small--the size of a bird house or dog house. Definitely not a repurposed telephone booth.  
    The city would prefer that the architecture match the architecture of the home/business where it is being installed so that it doesn't look out of place.
    Libraries must be installed out of the city's right of way, which is approximately the yard-side of the sidewalk. 
   Larger libraries must apply for an administrative adjustment and pay appropriate fees.