Here is the queen bed project I am working on…
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In my last entry I completed the locking miter joints that form the transition between the side panels and the central panel. 
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The central panel has two small floating panels, and a small mid-shelf. The opening near the top will receive a 7-part splat inspired by Kevin Rodel’s arts and crafts dining chairs. 
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I route a groove in the spindles to receive the thin components of the splat. Notice the stop block for consistent length of cut. 
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Grooves complete. I will plane the mating stock to fit snugly in this groove. 
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Then I turn my attention to the thinner 1/2” components of the splat assembly. These parts receive notches to fit in the routed groove. 
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I knock off the small notch with a coping saw. This cut is not visible once the splat is assembled. 
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Here is how the splat components go together…
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Test fitting the splat reveals the three squares formed at the top of this detail. 
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I focus on aligning the components to a straightedge as I glue up the splat. 
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The splat assembly fits into mortises in the mid-shelf. 
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I make similar mortises in the top rail, and test fit the splat in the central panel. 
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An exploded view of the central panel components. The long tenons help align the assembly as it comes together. 
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Central panel glueup.
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Central panel installed. 
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The central panel rests on the lower shelf, and is simply screwed in place from the back of the headboard. I didn’t have good access for clamps, so the screws were an easy alternative. 
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Here is what the splat detail looks like when it all comes together. 
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I cut a notch in the top rail for the wiring harness of the xenon low voltage light that will illuminate the central panel. 
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Next up will be the wedge and strap backsplash detail, and the corbels to support the mid-shelf.
I leave you with the wisdom of the trees…
-- Willie, Washington "If You Choose Not To Decide, You Still Have Made a Choice" - Rush
6 comments so far
HillbillyShooter
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#1 posted 204 days ago
Great looking backboard, narrative and photographs. I’m looking forward to seeking the final product.
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pintodeluxe
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#2 posted 204 days ago
Thanks,
The design is a little more complicated than it needs to be. My wife really wanted a little shelf in the middle, and that added some extra steps.
Cheers
-- Willie, Washington "If You Choose Not To Decide, You Still Have Made a Choice" - Rush
AandCstyle
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#3 posted 204 days ago
Willie, the squareness of shelf/splat detail provides an pleasant contrast to the wedges IMO. This detail will be the focal point of the headboard, especially with the lighting. Excellent design and, as always, craftsmanship.
-- Art
sras
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#4 posted 204 days ago
I’m a fan of details – this is turning out AWESOME!
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BigRedKnothead
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#5 posted 203 days ago
I really like the design Willie
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#6 posted 169 days ago
So far so good, Love this bedroom set.
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