How To Make A Wall Cabinet

Wall cabinets are a great way to add storage and style to your kitchen or bathroom. They can be used to store anything from dishes to toiletries, and they can be customized to match your décor. Building a wall cabinet is a relatively easy project that can be completed in a weekend. Here are the steps on how to make a wall cabinet:

Step 1: Gather your materials

You will need the following materials to build a wall cabinet:

3/4-inch plywood for the cabinet box
1/2-inch plywood for the cabinet door
1x4 pine boards for the cabinet frame
1x2 pine boards for the cabinet trim
Wood glue
1 1/4-inch wood screws
2-inch wood screws
Cabinet hinges
Cabinet door knob or handle
Paint or stain (optional)

Step 2: Cut the cabinet parts

Use a saw to cut the plywood and pine boards to the following dimensions:

Cabinet box sides: two pieces, each 24 inches wide by 30 inches high
Cabinet box top and bottom: two pieces, each 24 inches wide by 12 inches high
Cabinet box back: one piece, 24 inches wide by 24 inches high
Cabinet door: one piece, 24 inches wide by 15 inches high
Cabinet frame front and back: two pieces, each 24 inches wide by 3 inches high
Cabinet frame sides: two pieces, each 12 inches wide by 3 inches high
Cabinet trim: four pieces, each 24 inches long by 1 inch wide

Step 3: Assemble the cabinet box

Apply wood glue to the edges of the cabinet box sides, top, bottom, and back. Assemble the cabinet box and secure it with 1 1/4-inch wood screws. Countersink the screws and fill the holes with wood filler.

Step 4: Attach the cabinet frame

Apply wood glue to the edges of the cabinet frame front and back. Attach the cabinet frame to the front and back of the cabinet box and secure it with 2-inch wood screws. Countersink the screws and fill the holes with wood filler.

Step 5: Attach the cabinet door

Apply wood glue to the edges of the cabinet door. Attach the cabinet door to the cabinet frame and secure it with cabinet hinges. Install a cabinet door knob or handle.

Step 6: Install the cabinet trim

Apply wood glue to the edges of the cabinet trim. Attach the cabinet trim to the front and sides of the cabinet and secure it with 1 1/4-inch wood screws. Countersink the screws and fill the holes with wood filler.

Step 7: Paint or stain the cabinet (optional)

If desired, paint or stain the cabinet to match your décor. Allow the paint or stain to dry completely.

Your wall cabinet is now complete! Hang it on the wall and enjoy the extra storage space.