Electrified Monopoly - Steampunk Inspired

Step 6 Prepair the board

I made a box that the board is the top of to support all the wires for the game.

Supplies:
- wood - for the sides and for the bottom of the board
- hinges
- brass corners
- brass handles

To get the board ready, cut a few pieces of wood to stabilize the board where it was folded to fit into the box.

Also, glue strong magnets to the game pieces using a Goop or E6000 style glue.

I had a local place laser etch the wooden side panels for my board.

I tried a stain on the wood, didn't like it and painted over it. I did a light coat of black spray paint. Then I went over it with copper paint, wiping the high areas with a damp towel.

I added a coat of varnish to give it light shine.

I attached handles to two of the sides (it made it much easier to move the board around).

I cut a solid piece of wood to make a box under the game board.

I glued the side pieces together, glued them to the bottom piece of wood, and attached the game board with hinges. I added brass corners underneath for decoration and extra support.

I marked the inside of the box with where my 'hot spots' on the board will be so I know where to add the reed switches.