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Modular Kitchen Storage

Step-by-step build — 7 steps. Also available as a print sheet.

  1. 1Assemble Frame

    Join both 25 1/2" and 24" 1x6" boards using wood glue and 2 inch, 16 gauge finishing nails. This will form a 25 1/2" square.

    Modular Kitchen Storage — step photo 3
  2. 2Vertical Divider

    Insert remaining 1"x 6"x 24" board centered vertically. Glue and secure using 2" 18 gauge finish nails.

    Modular Kitchen Storage — step photo 4
  3. 3Shelf Insert

    Using (2) of the 1"x 6"x 11 3/4" boards and the 1"x 6"x 7 1/2" board, and form a "I". Make sure that the 7 1/2" board is centered on both 11 3/4" boards. Use wood glue and reinforce with 2" 16 gauge finish nails.

    Modular Kitchen Storage — step photo 5
  4. 4Shelves

    • Insert the pre-assembled "I" shelf so that the base of the bottom board is 17" from the top of the unit. On the right hand side, insert the remaining 1"x 6"x 11 3/4" board.
    • Position it so that the bottom of the board is 13" from the top of the unit.
    Modular Kitchen Storage — step photo 6
  5. 5Front Rails

    Attach the 25 1/2" 1x2" board(s) to the face of the unit using wood glue and 2 inch 16 gauge finishing nails.

    Modular Kitchen Storage — step photo 7
  6. 6Back Support

    Attach the remaining 24" 1x2"board using wood glue and 2 inch 16 gauge finishing nails. This is an ideal place to attach the unit to the wall, or you can attach hanging hardware to the back.

    Modular Kitchen Storage — step photo 8
  7. 7Finish

    Fill all nail holes with wood filler. Sand smooth, then apply desire stain and/or paint.