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Special Thanks to PureBond

Preparation
1 sheet 3/4" cabinet grade plywood, MDF or Melamine (shown built with PureBond Formaldehyde Free Plywood in Oak) ripped into strips 22 3/4" wide, 8 feet long (you will only need one strip, but you will have to buy a whole sheet to get the strip)- SAVE THE SCRAP STRIP!!!
2 - 3/4" plywood @ 22 3/4" wide x 31" long
1 - 3/4" plywood @ 22 3/4" wide x 34" long
3 - 1x2 @ 33"
2 - 1x2 @ 31"
1 - 1x3 @ 21"
2 - supports @ 34"
2 - supports @ 22"
2 - 2x4 @ 17 1/2"
2 - 2x4 @ 35 1/2"
Rip plywood into strips 22 3/4" wide x 8 feet long. Save center scrap. Cross cut strips to create box pieces.
Please read through the entire plan and all comments before beginning this project. It is also advisable to review the Getting Started Section. Take all necessary precautions to build safely and smartly. Work on a clean level surface, free of imperfections or debris. Always use straight boards. Check for square after each step. Always predrill holes before attaching with screws. Use glue with finish nails for a stronger hold. Wipe excess glue off bare wood for stained projects, as dried glue will not take stain. Be safe, have fun, and ask for help if you need it. Good luck!
Instructions
Step 1
Please read this post before beginning any cabinet construction. It talks about general building techniques, how to modify, and other good stuff about cabinet building!
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
The trick to face frames is clamping each joint, marking each joint, and having a flat level surface. Use glue and build with 3/4" pocket holes and 1 1/4" pocket hole screws. NOTE: If your face frames are hardwood - recommended if you are attaching hinges to the face frame - then use fine threaded pocket hole screws.
Step 6
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Step 9
An alternative is to use a door building service. Because doors take such high abuse and are more likely to warp, could be a good idea to look into ordering doors unfinished. Doors also require more tools and know-how, and are the part that you see on your cabinets. They are also cheap to ship.
It is always recommended to apply a test coat on a hidden area or scrap piece to ensure color evenness and adhesion. Use primer or wood conditioner as needed.
Comments
1916home.net (not verified)
Tue, 01/10/2012 - 12:02
NICE!
Holy cow that looks beautiful considering its home made and not some cheap store bought cabinet.
how to paint y… (not verified)
Fri, 06/08/2012 - 15:33
Reply to comment | Ana White
I'm always investigating online for blogs which really explain something to me. Thanks a lot.
Lady Goats
Tue, 01/10/2012 - 12:08
Ohhhh, this is exciting!
I have plans to reno my kitchen in the next 2 years, and I've seen easy plans... but you always amaze me with your ability to simplify things! I'm a lot less scared, now :-p
Ana White
Tue, 01/10/2012 - 13:32
Thanks everyone! We can't
Thanks everyone! We can't wait to paint!
In reply to Thanks everyone! We can't by Ana White
claydowling
Tue, 01/10/2012 - 18:27
Painting Problems
Ana, unless I've mistaken those photos, the surface veneer is red oak, an open-pored wood. It tends not to look very nice painted unless you fill the pores, which is going to be a fair amount of labor.
Have you considered staining instead? If there's a color scheme you're looking for you can still tint the stain. Most paint stores will do that for you, and you can always tint a water based polyurethane on your own.
Karen N (not verified)
Tue, 01/10/2012 - 13:49
Awesome! I SO want to do
Awesome! I SO want to do this now!
Amy @ this DIY life
Tue, 01/10/2012 - 14:08
Apron sink
Awesome plan! I really want to put an apron sink in my kitchen. Any suggestions about how to modify this to fit one?
In reply to Apron sink by Amy @ this DIY life
Ana White
Tue, 01/10/2012 - 15:50
Hi Amy, it depends on what
Hi Amy, it depends on what type of farmhouse sink. I've seen people just cut this cabinet out to add an aprons sink, then I've also seen a squashed version of the cabinet under the sink. Maybe we should do an apron sink in the next kitchen? Either way, I plan to add plans for a base to support an apron sink.
In reply to Hi Amy, it depends on what by Ana White
Amy @ this DIY life
Tue, 01/10/2012 - 17:34
Thank you
You do so much already! I can't wait to build our kitchen cabinets!
lianatempera
Tue, 01/10/2012 - 19:17
I can't wait to see those
I can't wait to see those plans. Apron sinks are so pretty; I might love one in my home.