LBD, it seems like fixing oopsies accounts for half of my project time. I’d love to try out a Domino. I’d have a tough time swallowing the price tag, though. The thing I like the most about my JessEm is that I’ve used it so much that I don’t have to think about it. The only exception is holes in the middle of panels (like the holes in the top and bottom for the divider). Those are fussier. I guess you see your share of junky plywood in your part of the world too.

Renners: she seemed happy when i dropped it off. She hasn’t started using it yet, so I don’t know how usable it will end up being.

Eric: I sanded the cut edges of the feet smooth, and I also put thin cork pads on the ends. I was extra sensitive to the potential scratching issue because I put the bookcase on our wooden floor while the paint cured.

Barb: you can say that again. Maybe I need to take a class at one of those places around here that restores and resells furniture. Their painted surfaces seem smooth.

oldrivers: thanks!