DIY Kitchen Cabinet | Beginner Mode

Table of Contents

• Materials
• Cut List
• Download Plans
• Step 1: Measure and Cut the Plywood
• Step 2: Assemble the Cabinet Box
• Step 3: Add the Shelves and Back Panel
• Step 4: Attach the Face Frame
• Step 5: Cut and Install the Doors
• Step 6: Install the Cabinet Hardware
• Step 7: Install the Cabinet
• Step 8: Finishing Touches

Materials

• ¾-inch plywood
• 1x2-inch pine board
• Wood glue
• Clamps
• Screws
• Cabinet door handles
• Cabinet hinges
• Saw
• Drill
• Screwdriver
• Measuring tape
• Sandpaper
• Paint or Stain (optional) 

Cut List

• 2 pieces of ¾-inch plywood measuring 24” x 34 ½” (sides)
• 1 piece of ¾-inch plywood measuring 24” x 28 ½” (top)
• 1 piece of ¾-inch plywood measuring 24” x 28 ½” (bottom)
• 2 pieces of ¾-inch plywood measuring 22 ½” x 28 ½” (shelves)
• 1 piece of ¼-inch plywood measuring 22 ½” x 28 ½” (back panel)
• 4 pieces of 1x2-inch pine board measuring 34 ½” (face frame sides)
• 4 pieces of 1x2-inch pine board measuring 24 ½” (face frame top and bottom)
• 2 pieces of ¾-inch plywood measuring 22 ½” x 27” (doors) 

Download Plans

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Step 1: Measure and Cut the Plywood

• Measure and mark the plywood according to the cut list.
• Use a saw to cut the plywood pieces to size.
• Sand the edges of the plywood to smooth out any rough spots or splinters.

Step 2: Assemble the Cabinet Box

• Apply wood glue to the edges of the plywood pieces and attach them together to form the box of the cabinet.
• Use clamps to hold the pieces in place while the glue dries.
• Attach the box together using screws.
• Make sure the corners are square and the box is level.

Step 3: Add the Shelves and Back Panel

• Cut additional pieces of plywood to the size of the shelves.
• Attach the shelves inside the cabinet box using wood glue and screws.
• Make sure they are level and evenly spaced.
• Cut a piece of ¼-inch plywood to the size of the back of the cabinet.
• Attach the back panel using wood glue and screws.

Step 4: Attach the Face Frame

• Cut four pieces of 1x2-inch pine board to the height and width of the cabinet box.
• Attach the pieces to the front of the cabinet box using wood glue and screws.
• This will create a frame for the cabinet doors to attach to.
• Make sure the frame is level and square with the cabinet box.

Step 5: Cut and Install the Doors

• Measure the size of the door openings in the face frame.
• Cut two pieces of plywood to the size of the door openings.
• Sand the edges of the plywood to smooth out any rough spots or splinters.
• Attach the cabinet door handles to the doors.
• Attach the cabinet hinges to the doors.
• Attach the other end of the hinges to the face frame of the cabinet.
• Make sure the doors are level and open and close smoothly.

Step 6: Install the Cabinet Hardware

• Attach the cabinet knobs or pulls to the doors.
• Install any additional hardware, such as a magnetic catch or soft-close hinges.

Step 7: Install the Cabinet

• Find the studs in your wall and mark where the cabinet will be installed.
• Attach a ledger board to the wall at the height where you want the cabinet to be installed.
• Place the cabinet onto the ledger board.
• Secure the cabinet to the wall studs with screws.
• Make sure the cabinet is level and securely attached to the wall.

Step 8: Finishing Touches

• Fill any gaps or nail holes with wood filler.
• Sand the wood filler until it is smooth.
• Paint or stain the cabinet to match your kitchen decor.
• Install any additional hardware, such as a door bumper or shelf liner.
• Step back and admire your newly built kitchen cabinet!

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