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three drawer dresser

Step-by-step build — 12 steps. Also available as a print sheet.

  1. 1Dimensions

    Overall dimensions 66"w x 22 1/2"d x 28"h

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  2. 2Step 1: top

    • Attach the top boards using wood glue, pocket holes and 1 1/4" pocket hole screws. Keep boards flush to form one smooth surface.
    • Once all boards are attached measure the width to confirm 22 1/2" before cutting plywood sheets for remaining steps as 1x5 boards can vary in width.
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  3. 3Step 2: sides

    Attach sides to underside of top using wood glue, pocket holes and 1 1/4" pocket hole screws.

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  4. 4Step 3: cubby shelf

    Attach cubby shelf to sides using wood glue, pocket holes and 1 1/4" pocket hole screws.

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  5. 5Step 4: cubby dividers

    Attach cubby dividers using countersunk 2" wood screws from underneath and 2" finish nails from the top.

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  6. 6Step 5: drawer dividers

    Attach drawer dividers to shelf using wood glue, pocket holes and 1 1/4" pocket hole screws.

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  7. 7Step 6: drawer supports

    Attach drawer supports using wood glue, pocket holes and 1 1/4" pocket hole screws.

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  8. 8Step 7: drawer box

    Construct drawer box using wood glue, pocket holes and 1 1/4" pocket hole screws.

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  9. 9Step 8: drawer base

    Attach base to drawer using wood glue and countersunk 1 1/4" screws.

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  10. 10Step 9: drawer front

    Cut out drawer front handle pull as per sketch.

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  11. 11Step 10: drawer front

    Attach drawer glides as per hardware instructions. Put drawer front in place with wood glue and finish nails then remove drawer and secure front to box using countersunk 1 1/4" wood screws from interior.

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  12. 12Step 11: backing

    Attach backing to unit using wood glue and 3/4" finish nails.

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