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Modular Kitchen Storage
A great compromise of form and function.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- 2.5–4.8 hours
- Cost
- $
Cut list
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Side Frame | 2 | 3/4" × 5" × 25" | — | ☐ |
| Top and Bottom Frame | 2 | 3/4" × 5" × 24" | — | ☐ |
| Shelves | 3 | 3/4" × 5" × 11" | — | ☐ |
| Shelf Divider | 1 | 3/4" × 5" × 7" | — | ☐ |
| Front Rails | 2 | 3/4" × 1" × 25" | — | ☐ |
| Back Support | 1 | 3/4" × 1" × 24" | — | ☐ |
Materials
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| Board, 1x6 96" | 2 board | ☐ |
| Board, 1x2 96" | 1 board | ☐ |
| 2" 16 gauge nails | 1 each | ☐ |
| Wood Glue | 1 each | ☐ |
| Mounting Brackets | 2 each | ☐ |
| Desired Paint and/or Stain | 1 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
- Random Orbit Sander
- Tape Measure — optional
Instructions
1. Assemble 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.

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

3. Shelf 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.

4. Shelves
- 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.

5. Front 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.

6. Back 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.

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