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Doors for Open Base for the Basic Collection

Open Base Door Build this versatile cabinet base with a full-height door, perfect for media units, mudroom built-ins, or anywhere you need clean, enclosed storage. This offers a simple, beginner-friendly build that’s fully customizable to your space and finish preferences. Highlights: • Cabinet is 16" wide x 15 1/2" deep x 30" high – compact footprint for modular use • Full overlay frameless door design with soft-close hinge layout • Works alone or as part of a larger cabinet wall system Whether painted charcoal, white, or wood-toned, this cabinet is a timeless base component you’ll build again and again.

Doors for Open Base for the Basic Collection

Specifications

Project typeLockers
Roomliving room
StyleFarmhouse Furniture
DifficultyBeginner Projects

Dimensions

Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.

Doors for Open Base for the Basic Collection dimension diagram 1

Shopping List

OPTIONAL DOOR SHOPPING LIST

  • 4 feet of 1/2″ thick 5 1/2″ wide hobby stock (pine)
  • 16″ of 1/2″ thick 7 1/2″ wide hobby stock (pine)
  • 1/4″ plywood
  • 7 knobs or pulls
  • 1 set of hinges

Cut List

OPTIONAL DOOR CUT LIST

  • 1 – 1/4″ plywood @ 15 1/4″ x 26″ (Back)
  • 6 – 1/2x 6 boards @ 7 1/4″
  • 1 – 1/2 x 8 boards @ 15 1/4″

Tools

  • measuring tape
  • square
  • pencil
  • hammer
  • safety glasses
  • hearing protection
  • circular saw
  • sander

Step-by-step Instructions

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Step 1

Build your base First, build your base, as instructed in this plan.

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Step 2

Cut Back Plywood Cut the back plywood as shown above. Carefully sand edges. You can apply edge banding and trim edge banding to conceal plywood edges.

Doors for Open Base for the Basic Collection — step 2
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Step 3

False Fronts Glue and clamp the false fronts to the plywood. You can use 5/8″ nails to further secure the panels to the plywood (or staples from the back). Remember, the knob or handle will also secure the false fronts to the plywood.

Doors for Open Base for the Basic Collection — step 3
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Step 4

Hardware Attach the knobs or pulls to the doors. Then attach the doors to the bases with hinges.

Doors for Open Base for the Basic Collection — step 4
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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/doors-open-base-basic-collection