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Cat Litter Box Cabinet
Cat litter box enclosure that is an attractive piece of furniture for any home.
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Time
- 5.3–10.5 hours
- Cost
- $$$
Cut list
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vertical corner supports | 8 | 3/4" × 3" × 32" | — | ☐ |
| Horizontal side support | 5 | 3/4" × 3" × 9" | — | ☐ |
| Vertical center support | 1 | 3/4" × 3" × 25" | — | ☐ |
| Horizontal front/back supports | 4 | 3/4" × 3" × 41" | — | ☐ |
| Door vertical components | 4 | 3/4" × 3" × 24" | — | ☐ |
| Door horizontal components | 4 | 3/4" × 1" × 3" | — | ☐ |
| Side base trim | 2 | 1/2" × 1" × 16" | — | ☐ |
| Front base trim | 1 | 1/2" × 1" × 49" | — | ☐ |
| Base plywood | 1 | 3/4" × 16" × 46 1/2" | — | ☐ |
| Left side plywood/beadboard | 1 | 1/4" × 16" × 20" | — | ☐ |
| Right side plywood/beadboard | 1 | 1/4" × 16" × 29" | — | ☐ |
| Back plywood/beadboard | 1 | 1/4" × 29" × 46" | — | ☐ |
| Door plywood/beadboard | 2 | 1/4" × 13" × 18" | — | ☐ |
| Top | 1 | 3/4" × 19" × 51" | — | ☐ |
Materials
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| Board, 1x4 48" | 14 board | ☐ |
| Board, 1/2" Thick 72" | 1 board | ☐ |
| Board, 1/2" Thick 36" | 1 board | ☐ |
| Bead Board, 3/4" Thick 48" | 1 board | ☐ |
| Bead Board, 1/4" Thick 48" | 2 board | ☐ |
| Board, 1x8 72" | 3 board | ☐ |
| Plywood, 3/4" Thick 36" | 1 board | ☐ |
| 1 1/4" pocket hole screws | 75 each | ☐ |
| Door hinges - style of your choice | 4 each | ☐ |
| Door latches - style of your choice | 2 each | ☐ |
Overall cost: $$$. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.
Tools
- Brad Nailer
- Drill / Driver
- Miter Saw
- Pocket Hole Jig
- Random Orbit Sander
- Router
- Table Saw
- Bar / Pipe Clamps — optional
- Tape Measure — optional
Instructions
1. Right side panel
Cut and assemble the right side panel utilizing 1 1/4" pocket hole screws
2. Rear panel
Cut and assemble the rear panels utilizing 1 1/4" pocket hole screws
3. Front panel
Cut and assemble the front panel utilizing 1 1/4" pocket hole screws
4. Left side panel
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.
5. Assemble all componets
Assemble all panels utilizing 1 1/4" pocket hole screws.
6. Install the bottom plywood
Cut the bottom plywood and install with 1 1/4" pocket hole screws. Locate the panel 2" up from the bottom.
7. Install plywood
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.
8. Construct the doors
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.
9. Install doors
Install the doors as shown utilizing your choice of hardware
10. Install the base trim.
Utilize your nail gun to install the base trim.
11. Construct the top
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.
12. Install the top
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.
13. Finish the cabinet
Finish the cabinet by painting or staining per your preference