Introduction
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Step 1
Tools & Materials
Kitchen cabinets
Bead board or tongue-and-groove paneling
Measuring tape
Power drill
Wood screws
Heavy cardboard or plywood
Coat hooks
Step 2
Getting Started
Build in closet laundry room with upper cabinets, countertop, and open shelving.
Use base cabinets, countertop, uppers, and wine rack to build wet bar.
Create dining room hutch from base cabinets, countertop, and upper cabinets.
In entryway, build coat closet out of pantry, base, and half wall cabinets.
Pro Tip
Use kitchen cabinets to build small projects all over your home.
Step 3
Installing the Cabinets
Attach one pantry to wall stud.
Use base cabinet for bottom center.
Build base of 2 by 4s to raise base cabinet to level of pantry.
Level base cabinet and attach to wall.
Attach second pantry to wall stud
Install half wall cabinet at center top.
Pro Tip
Use a removable brace to secure top cabinet while you secure it in place.
Step 4
Finishing Up
Finish interior with bead board or tongue-and-groove paneling and butcher-block seat.
