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If you have a special child in your life, a wooden toy box can be a one of a kind gift. If you're looking for something that will be treasured for years in the future, consider finding toy box plans online and building your own. However, before you attempt to build a toy box, consider these tips to ensure that your project is fun and stress-free.

First, Why Not Purchase A Plastic Toy Chest?

There's nothing wrong with a plastic toy chest, but many parents report that they want something a little more sophisticated and special. A wood chest that's built correctly can stand up to decades of heavy use, which is why many people choose a wooden chest over a plastic one.

Don't Want To Build Your Own?

If you don't want to build your own toy box, but you do want to give a personal gift, look for a finished wooden toy box. You'll likely need to use a few tools to put the chest together, however assembly should only take about 20 minutes. Buying a ready made chest means that you'll be able to choose your own finish and personalization options and that you can be sure that the chest is professionally stained and engraved.

Purchased An Unstained One

If you want to do a little more than simply put your chest together, consider purchasing one that's unfinished. This will allow you to stain or paint the chest, which provides you with a completely personal look. Before you decide which color to stain the wood, ask the company to ship a spare piece of wood to test and see what the stain colors will look like -- and don't forget to apply a top coat.

Find Toy Box Plans From Scratch

If you're feeling a little courageous, go online, find plans and build a toy box from scratch. You'll need to find the right type of wood, cut it, sand it, stain and then put all the pieces together. If you're not an experienced woodworker, however, this process can be quite lengthy and even dangerous if you're not used to using power tools like saws and sanders. It can also be very expensive if you need to purchase or rent the power tools and other equipment that's necessary to complete your project.

If you're confident in your skills, look online for plans and then research the type of wood that's best. Some soft woods, such as pine, will dent or scratch easily. Instead, look for a more sturdy wood, such as birch or oak, for the best results.

Before you take this project on, make sure to read the plans thoroughly so that you understand the steps involved and make sure to measure twice before cutting the wood pieces. This will help ensure that your finished project is a success.

If you're not sure what option is right for you, consider doing a little research into which one makes the most sense for your situation. Make sure to allow yourself plenty of time and have a lot of patience if you've never tackled this type of project before.

A wooden toy box from WoodToyBox.com help parents keep toy clutter contained and provides a more sophisticated look than a plastic toy chest. If you're looking to stain and build a toy box, WoodToyBox.com has a design for you. To use the design studio to create your own toy chest, visit their site.

Article By: Chris Harmen

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