Hey friends, let's build a simple basic pantry cabinet! This works as a stand alone storage cabinet OR can be integrated with existing cabinets.
The great thing about this basic build is that it's easy to customize. I built this one for my parent's garage and the ceilings were pretty tall. So I made this one a full 8'.
Standard pantry cabinet height is generally around 84" tall, though, so that's what I made the printable plans for. Plans include tips for modifications.
Grab the printable building plans here: https://woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/products/pantry-cabinet-building-plans
Grab more project details here: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-build-a-basic-pantry-cabinet/
This cabinet will be installed in the next video. It should be secured to the wall studs as noted in the plans linked above to prevent tip over.
By the way...I promise what I hear in the video editor sounds nothing like what actually uploads to YouTube. I'm doing my best, but sometimes the background noises aren't audible in the editor and they are after I upload here. So bear with me.
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Helpful Resources:
How to cut plywood sheets: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/cut-down-plywood-sheets-with-circular-saw/
How to use a pocket hole jig: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-use-pocket-hole-jig/
How to install concealed hinges: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-install-concealed-hinges-cabinet-hardware/
7 ways to build a cabinet door: https://youtu.be/1wKi7EO_g7A
How to install side mount drawer slides: https://youtu.be/FWFKzRpEEJ8
How to add adjustable shelves: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-add-adjustable-shelves/
How to build base cabinets: https://youtu.be/j52AlYLT-UU
How to build wall cabinets: https://youtu.be/B0O-ZGfAcW0
Why I recommend the Kreg Micro Jig for face frames: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-use-the-kreg-micro-pocket-hole-jig/
How to choose the right plywood for your project: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-choose-plywood-for-furniture-and-cabinets/
How to determine cabinet door size: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-determine-cabinet-door-size/
How to paint furniture: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-finish-raw-wood-furniture-without-a-sprayer/
Tools & Materials:
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Tools:
Drill/Driver: https://amzn.to/3xp7jed
Circular Saw and plywood cutting guides: https://amzn.to/3TPKAiK & https://amzn.to/3J59TIT
Pocket Hole Jig: https://amzn.to/32eoPBY
Brad or Finish nailer: https://amzn.to/3VNYF2S
Jig Saw: https://homedepot.sjv.io/Gjj912
Concealed Hinge Jig: https://amzn.to/43J699r
Shelf Pin Jig: https://amzn.to/3xr9VYZ
Miter Saw: https://homedepot.sjv.io/b3DkDx
Materials:
(2) 4’x8′ sheet ¾″ plywood: https://homedepot.sjv.io/EazMWQ
(1) 4’x8′ sheet ½″ plywood (optional for doors)
(1) 4’x8′ sheet ¼″ plywood
(3) 1x2x8 boards
(1) 1x3x8 board
1 ¼” pocket hole screws: https://amzn.to/3FKfikk
1 ¼” & 2 ½″ wood screws
1 ¼” long brad or finish nails
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(8) pair face frame 1 ¼” overlay (or other as desired) hinges: https://amzn.to/3WrAK9H
(2) pair 20″ drawer slides: https://amzn.to/3JLUm0I
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Edge banding (optional, but recommended): https://amzn.to/3JN4giK
Drawer pulls/knobs
**CHAPTERS**
00:00 Introduction
00:56 Assembling the Pantry Cabinet Box
03:59 Attaching the Face Frame
05:27 Adding the Back
05:55 Building the Doors
07:02 Installing the Pull Out Drawer Shelves
10:11 Attaching the Doors
12:30 Painting the Cabinet
13:12 Adding the Adjustable Shelves
13:58 Final Reveal