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Is it definitely screwed from the side? If glued then tap it lose with a mallet, otherwise yes use the multitool to remove.
Would you consider separate doors for each shelf?
With the amount of hassle this is looking like overlay doors/hinges might be better than inset. -
I'd do overlay doors. Get MDF cut to size, buy a cheap concealed hinge jig, some hinges and a couple of drill bits, and off you go.
Instead of all that, have you considered making false backs to slot in there and hide the wiring. Paint the backs the same colour as the wall and it'll basically be invisible.
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If you can get that shelf back by say 18 - 20mm then inset hinges would be a good call. That way the doors would sit flush with the front of the unit this also has the added benefit of meaning no fannying about trying to make a face frame.
If you're planning on painting MDF I'd strongly recommend preparation tape. You don't need an edgebander an old iron and a Stanley knife will do.
Also for painting MDF I'd always spend a bit more and go for Medite MR MDF. I refuse to us the cheap stuff as it's not as good, doesn't machine as well, doesn't last and is not as moisture resistant. Medite also paints better as the "grain" doesn't raise as easily (especially an issue with emulsion).
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Only going to floor level as the skirting on this wall is permanently coming off and I’m going to open up the bricked up fireplace.
Tips all gratefully received - going to give it a whirl and try inset doors.
Assuming that removing and altering the shelf is better than trying to do anything in situ, how best to remove? I’m thinking multi tool + flush blade to cut it out and through the screws that I can’t get to
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