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Storage & Shelving

tall cupboard

Step-by-step build — 8 steps. Also available as a print sheet.

  1. 1dimensions

    overall dimensions: 78"h x 29 3/8"w x 18 3/4"d

    tall cupboard — step photo 5
  2. 2step 1

    Step 1: Build the carcass. Attach the top, middle shelf and bottom to the sides using wood glue and 1 ¼” pocket hole screws. In the top and bottom be sure to predrill pocket holes for later attaching the face frame.

    tall cupboard — step photo 6
  3. 3step 2

    Step 2: Construct the face frame. Attach the short trim pieces to the long trim using wood glue and 1 ¼” pocket hole screws.

    tall cupboard — step photo 7
  4. 4step 3

    Step 3: Attach face frame to carcass using predrilled pocket holes. Use wood glue and 1 ¼” pocket hole screws plus 1 ¼” finish nails on the sides

    tall cupboard — step photo 8
  5. 5step 4

    Step 4: Use a jigsaw to cut decorative curved trim at bottom.

    tall cupboard — step photo 9
  6. 6step 5

    Step 5: Attach the top the to carcass using wood glue and countersunk 1 ¼” wood screws. Keep top flush at back sides and ¾” overhang on front and sides.

    tall cupboard — step photo 10
  7. 7step 6

    Step 6: Layout tongue and groove backing pieces. Assure equal spacing and secure using wood glue and 1 ¼” countersunk wood screws.

    tall cupboard — step photo 11
  8. 8step 7

    • Step 7: Make doors.
    • Attach cross supports to door interior using wood glue and 1 ¼” finish nails.
    • Check middle shelf placement before attaching middle cross support, support must be attached either above the middle shelf or below in order for door to close properly.
    tall cupboard — step photo 12