- 1). Measure the diameter of the peg hole in the crib and make a note of the measurement.
- 2). Purchase a dowel that matches the measurement in Step 1.
- 3). Measure the dowel and make a mark every 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 inches with the pencil.
- 4). Cut on the marks with the miter saw.
- 5). Sand the cut ends of dowel smooth with the sandpaper. Create a bevel on each end of the peg with the sandpaper. Repeat this step for the remaining pegs.
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