As promised, I’m back today to share the DIY pedestal dog feeders that Emmett built for our fur babies. Click through for the super detailed tutorial.
Cut the MDF
Setup Your Workspace
Measure and plan your dimensions, then cut the four sides and trim pieces to the appropriate size. We used a table saw for this, but you can also use other tools to cut the MDF.
Drill pocket holes
Using the two smaller rectangular pieces for the base and the pocket hole jig, drill your holes.
Assemble the pedestal
Setup Your Workspace
Begin by assembling the corner two pieces with glue, then reinforce with pin nails. The pin nails will hold the piece together while you add the pocket screws.
Add the trim pieces
Setup Your Workspace
Miter the ends of the trim pieces and affix them to the pedestal using glue and finishing nails. Trim pieces are definitely optional, but they add nice visual interest!
Silicone the stone
Setup Your Workspace
Put a bead of silicone around the top edge and adhere the stone to the MDF. Allow it to completely dry before painting or moving the piece.
Prep and paint
Setup Your Workspace
Prepare the piece for paint by sanding and filling any holes. We used a handheld paint sprayer to paint the piece, but you can use your preference of paint supplies.
I’ll wrap things up by saying this… having well planned and nicely designed pet products makes a big difference in the overall aesthetic of a room- especially when it’s something you leave out on a daily basis.