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A plywood storage box with a hinged lid and an open front cubby below — a bench seat that lifts open for hidden storage, with visible cubby space underneath.
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Side panels | 2 | 3/4" × 13 1/2" × 16" | 3/4" plywood | ☐ |
| Side leg blocking | 4 | 1 1/2" × 1 1/2" × 18" | Pine 2x2 | ☐ |
| Side trim | 4 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 13 1/2" | Pine 1x3 | ☐ |
| Back panel | 1 | 3/4" × 16" × 41 1/2" | 3/4" plywood | ☐ |
| Bottom and shelf | 2 | 3/4" × 16 1/4" × 41 1/2" | 3/4" plywood | ☐ |
| Front panel | 1 | 3/4" × 7 3/4" × 41 1/2" | 3/4" plywood | ☐ |
| Divider | 1 | 3/4" × 6 3/4" × 16 1/4" | 3/4" plywood | ☐ |
| Lid frame edge Measure to fit — cut last. | 1 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 45" | Pine 1x3 | ☐ |
| Lid panel Slightly oversize the box opening (about 1/4"–1/2" overhang) so there's something to grip when lifting. | 1 | 3/4" × 15" × 45" | 3/4" plywood | ☐ |
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| 3/4" plywood, 4x8 sheet Plan is sized for plywood that measures a true 3/4". | 1 each | ☐ |
| Pine, 2x2, 6 ft | 1 each | ☐ |
| Pine, 1x3, 8 ft | 1 each | ☐ |
| Lid hinges, pair | 1 pair | ☐ |
| Finish nails, 2" | 1 box | ☐ |
| Brad nails, 1-1/4" | 1 box | ☐ |
| Wood glue | 6 oz | ☐ |
Overall cost: $$. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.
Tools: Circular Saw. Materials: 3/4" plywood, 4x8 sheet
Cut all the plywood pieces from the sheet according to the cut list. Getting the sheet cut into two smaller pieces at the store first makes the individual cuts more manageable if you're working without a table saw or track saw.
Tools: Brad Nailer. Materials: Pine, 2x2, 6 ft, Wood glue
Assemble each side panel with its 2x2 leg blocking using glue and 2" nails.
Tools: Brad Nailer. Materials: Pine, 1x3, 8 ft, Wood glue
Add the 1x3 trim to the top and bottom of each side panel, secured with glue and 1-1/4" finish nails.
Tools: Brad Nailer, Tape Measure. Materials: Wood glue
Once both sides are complete, attach the back panel with glue and 2" nails, keeping the top edges flush. Check the assembly for square now, while it's still easy to correct — a racked box will bind against the lid later.
Tools: Brad Nailer
Install the bottom shelf panel, then the center divider that splits the lower cubby in two.
Tools: Brad Nailer
Add the front panel. Don't forget to nail up through the underside of the shelf into the front panel, not just through the front into the sides.
Cut and attach the 1x3 lid edge trim, measuring to fit rather than trusting the cut list exactly.
Tools: Brad Nailer, Circular Saw. Materials: Lid hinges, pair
Cut the lid panel with enough overhang beyond the box opening on all sides to actually get a grip when lifting it — about 1/4" to 1/2" is enough. Attach the lid to the back edge with your chosen hinge hardware.