Notch- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Time
- 3.5–6.8 hours
- Cost
- $$
About this build
One thing I've learned after having my own house is that you can never have too much storage space.
Tools
Essential
- Brad Nailer
- Circular Saw
- Drill / Driver
- Miter Saw
- Pocket Hole Jig
- Random Orbit Sander
Optional / nice to have
- Bar / Pipe Clamps
- Tape Measure
Materials
| Item | Qty |
|---|---|
| Plywood, 3/4" Thick Full Sheet | 1 board |
| Board, 1x4 72" | 1 board |
| Board, 1x6 96" | 1 board |
| Premium Aspen Board Trim, 1/4" Thick 48" | 4 board |
| Hinge | 2 each |
Overall cost: $$. Lumber prices vary by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure we would only be pretending to know.
Cut list
| Part | Qty | T × W × L |
|---|---|---|
| Base | 1 | 3/4" × 17" × 36" |
| Sides | 2 | 3/4" × 15" × 17" |
| Front & Back | 2 | 3/4" × 15" × 34" |
| Upright Trim | 4 | 1/4" × 2" × 10" |
| Top & Bottom Trim | 2 | 1/4" × 2" × 36" |
| Upright Trim | 4 | 1/4" × 2" × 17" |
| Lid | 2 | 1" × 4" × 26" |
| Lid | 2 | 1" × 6" × 26" |
| Lid | 2 | 1" × 6" × 18" |
What to buy
Buy 7 boards at 8 ft.
1" × 6"
1 board
1" × 4"
1 board
3/4" × 17"
1 board
3/4" × 15"
2 boards
1/4" × 2"
2 boards
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 →
Instructions
1STEP 1
Start by attaching the sides of the bench to the base with 1-1/4" pocket hole screws and wood glue. The sides should sit flush with the outside edges of the base.
2STEP 2
Start by attaching the sides of the bench to the base with 1-1/4" pocket hole screws and wood glue. The sides should sit flush with the outside edges of the base.
3STEP 3
Attach the front and back of the bench to the base and sides with 1-1/4" pocket hole screws and wood glue. The front and back should sit flush with the outer edges of the base and line up flush with the inside of the side pieces.
4STEP 4
- Attach the top and bottom trim to the bench with finish nails and wood glue.
- Position the trim so that it is flush with the top and bottom of the chest in order to cover up the plywood edges. Ensure the 45° trim miters are flush for a nice corner edge.
5STEP 5
- Attach the front upright trim according to the dimensions shown with finish nails and wood glue.
- Position the trim so that it is flush with the top and bottom trim. Looking from the back, it should overhang the sides 1/4" when it is flush with the top and bottom trim pieces.
6STEP 6
Add the furniture feet. Most feet come with bolts in them for easy attachment. Pre-drill a hole according to the size of the bolts and screw into place. Use wood glue for extra strength.
7STEP 7
Attach the storage chest lid with hinges at the back of the chest.
8CHEST LID
To make the lid of the storage chest, attach the boards as shown on the right with wood glue and 1-1/4" pocket holes and screws. Attach at the bottom side of the lid to best hide the pocket holes.
Tags
- Bedroom
- Intermediate
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