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Thanks so much for all of your replies.

Joe and Vinman, I had heard from other sources that glueing and nailing were a good idea and appreciate your confirming that concept.

Isabo, we are going with the higher grade of Ikea so hopefully the quality will be as expected.

Thanks again for your help - the breadth of knowledge on this forum never ceases to amaze me!

I'm actually looking forward to the project.