Cabinet Style Farmhouse Nightstand with Door
Easy to build farmhouse style nightstand with free! This beautiful, extra large nightstand features a roomy interior and large top. I've had these nightstands for many years now, and they are still looking great and functioning awesome! Related Plans: Cabinet Style Nightstand with Drawer and Open Shelf
Specifications
| Project type | Nightstands |
|---|---|
| Room | Bedroom |
| Style | Cottage Style Furniture Plans |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Estimated cost | $20 - $50 |
Dimensions
Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.
Shopping List
- 48" x 48" piece of 3/4" thick plywood - I used paint grade birch
- 24" x 48" piece of 1/4" thick plywood
- 2 - 1x4 @ 8 feet long
- 1 - 1x2 @ 4 feet long
- 1 - 1x6 @ 8 feet long
- Set of hinges
- Knob or handle
- Magnetic clasp or hasp
Cut List
- 2 - 3/4" plywood @ 15-1/4" x 29-1/4" - Sides
- 1 - 3/4" plywood @ 15-1/4" x 24" - Bottom
- 2 - 1x4 @ 29-1/4" - Face Frame Legs
- 1 - 1x4 @ 18-1/2" - Face Frame Bottom
- 1 - 1x2 @ 18-1/2" - Face Frame Top
- 2 - 1x2 @ 24" - Back Supports
- 1 - 1/4" plywood @ 25-1/2" x 24" - Back
- 3 - 1x6 @ 26-1/2" - Top
- 2 - 1x4 @ ~20-1/2" - Door Frame Stiles - measure and cut to fit
- 2 - 1x4 @ ~11-1/4" - Door Frame Rails - measure and cut to fit
- 1 - 1/4" plywood @ 13" x 15" - measure and cut to fit, about 1" larger than frame opening
Tools
- measuring tape
- square
- pencil
- safety glasses
- hearing protection
- kreg-jig
- drill
- circular saw
- jigsaw
- compound miter saw
- nailer
- sander
- shelf pin jig
Step-by-step Instructions
Cut sides and bottom from 3/4" plywood.
Use a jigsaw to cut out sides to look like legs. Drill three 3/4" pocket holes on ends of bottom shelf. Attach to sides with 1-1/4" pocket hole screws.
Step 2
Cut all 1x boards on miter saw. Build face frame with 3/4" pocket holes and 1-1/4" pocket hole screws first. Attach face frame to plywood with 1-1/4" brad nails and wood glue. Note top and bottom board length should be 18-1/2” Drill 3/4" pocket holes on ends of 1x2 back support. Attach at top back corner with 1-1/4" pocket hole screws and glue.
Step 3
Cut back plywood with circular saw or table saw. Nail on with 3/4" brads and wood glue.
Step 4
Build top with 1x6s pocket holed together at edges. Attach to top with 1-1/4" brad nails and wood glue.
Step 5
Finishing
Sand all surfaces, starting with a medium grit and finishing with fine. Wipe off the dust, fill any holes or gaps with wood filler, and sand smooth once dry. Apply primer if you're painting, then finish with your choice of paint or stain and seal with a durable clear topcoat. For outdoor projects, use exterior-rated primer, paint or stain, and sealer so the piece stands up to the weather.
Source (temporary): https://www.ana-white.com/woodworking-projects/cabinet-style-farmhouse-nightstand-door