Full Length Mirror with Sliding Storage Cabinet

Step 1

Nail two of the 1x2s together to make "L" shapes with 1-1/4" nails and wood glue. Build two of these.

Step 2

Attach sides to the "L" pieces to make the mirror frame, with 1-1/4" nails and glue. All outside edges are flush. Adjust for square.

Step 3

Add two back pieces for support. Keep flush to back.

Step 4

Glue mirror into frame. NOTE: I acutally did this at the last step so I could more easily attach my drawer slides.

Step 5

Step 6

Attach 1x2 boards for attaching the shelving unit to the wall. I also added additional 1x2s at front for attaching my drawer slides.

Step 7

For the bottom cleat, I attached it at a height so I could install pipe hangers for holding my hair styling tools. I used this cleat for attaching to the wall at the bottom.

This cabinet works with full extension side mount drawer slides (the silver ones).

Notice how the screw holes for both the shelf part of the drawer slide and the mirror frame part of the drawer slide are in exactly the same location heightwise? So measure down from the top of both the shelf and the mirror frame (where the drawer slides will be attached) 1-1/2" and a draw a line all the way across the top (the line runs parallel to the top of the shelf 1-1/2" down from the tops). Repeat for the bottom. Install the drawer slide so the lines you drew are in the center of the screw holes, start the screws right in the middle of the lines you drew.

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.