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Cat litter box enclosure that is an attractive piece of furniture for any home. Provides space for the litter box and for storage of litter and other supplies.
| Item | Qty |
|---|---|
| Board, 1x4 48" | 14 board |
| Board, 1/2" Thick 72" | 1 board |
| Board, 1/2" Thick 36" |
| 1 board |
| Bead Board, 3/4" Thick 48" | 1 board |
| Bead Board, 1/4" Thick 48" | 2 board |
| Board, 1x8 72" | 3 board |
| Plywood, 3/4" Thick 36" | 1 board |
| 1 1/4" pocket hole screws | 75 each |
| Door hinges - style of your choice | 4 each |
| Door latches - style of your choice | 2 each |
Overall cost: $$$. Lumber prices vary by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure we would only be pretending to know.
| Part | Qty | T × W × L |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical corner supports | 8 | 3/4" × 3" × 32" |
| Horizontal side support | 5 | 3/4" × 3" × 9" |
| Vertical center support | 1 | 3/4" × 3" × 25" |
| Horizontal front/back supports | 4 | 3/4" × 3" × 41" |
| Door vertical components | 4 | 3/4" × 3" × 24" |
| Door horizontal components | 4 | 3/4" × 1" × 3" |
| Side base trim | 2 | 1/2" × 1" × 16" |
| Front base trim | 1 | 1/2" × 1" × 49" |
| Base plywood | 1 | 3/4" × 16" × 46 1/2" |
| Left side plywood/beadboard | 1 | 1/4" × 16" × 20" |
| Right side plywood/beadboard | 1 | 1/4" × 16" × 29" |
| Back plywood/beadboard | 1 | 1/4" × 29" × 46" |
| Door plywood/beadboard | 2 | 1/4" × 13" × 18" |
| Top | 1 | 3/4" × 19" × 51" |
Buy 14 boards at 8 ft.
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Assumes 8 ft stock, a 1/8" saw kerf, and buying each part at its own width. Change the board size or kerf on the full board plan →
Cut and assemble the right side panel utilizing 1 1/4" pocket hole screws
Cut and assemble the rear panels utilizing 1 1/4" pocket hole screws
Cut and assemble the front panel utilizing 1 1/4" pocket hole screws
Assemble the left side panel utilizing 1 1/4" pocket hole screws If you do not need the opening for cat access, eliminate the middle cross piece.
Assemble all panels utilizing 1 1/4" pocket hole screws.
Cut the bottom plywood and install with 1 1/4" pocket hole screws. Locate the panel 2" up from the bottom.
Cut and install side and rear plywood/beadboard panels utilizing your nail gun. Install the interior divider panel in a location that works for you with 1 1/4" pocket hole screws. If you do not need the cat access, the left plywood/beadboard panel size will be the same size as the right panel. You can also eliminate the interior divider panel.
Cut the door parts and assemble with 1 1/4" pocket hole screws. Route a 1/4" recess in the back of the door panels to accept the plywood/beadboard infill.
Install the doors as shown utilizing your choice of hardware
Utilize your nail gun to install the base trim.
Choose the type of wood you would like to utilize and cut to size to allow a 1 1/2" overhang on the sides and front. I utilized poplar boards that I joined, cut to width, sanded and routed a decorative edge on the sides and front.
Choose the type of wood you would like to utilize and cut to size to allow a 1 1/2" overhang on the sides and front. I utilized poplar boards that I joined, cut to width, sanded and routed a decorative edge on the sides and front.
Finish the cabinet by painting or staining per your preference
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