Shanty Hutch

This gorgeous wood hutch is designed to work with our popular Shanty Sideboard plans. It's easy to build with with diagrams, shopping and cut lists. Lots of reader submitted photos.

Specifications

Project type	Hutch Plans
Room	Storage Solutions
Style	Farmhouse Furniture
Difficulty	Intermediate

Dimensions

Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.

Shopping List

2 sheets of ¾” plywood cut into strips 15 ¾” wide by 8 feet long (with sideboard, you may be able to get away with just 3 sheets altogether) These are referred to as 1x16 boards throughout this plan.
1 – 1x6 @ 8 feet long
5 – 1x3 @ 8 feet long
1 – 4’ stick 2 ¼” base moulding
2 – 1x4 @ 8 feet long
1 – 1x2 @ 8 feet long
2 sheets ¼” plywood or other materials for back
10 feet of medium to large crown moulding

Cut List

2 – 1x16 @ 58”
2 – 1x6 @ 10 ¾”
2 – 1x3 @ 10 ¾”
4 – 1x3 @ 58”
4 – 2 ¼” base moulding @ 10 ¾”
1 – 1x16 @ 70 ½”
1 – 1x16 @ 57 ¼”
2 – 1x4 @ 34 7/8”
1 – 1x6 @ 66 ½”
2 – 1x4 @ 58”
1 – 1x3 @ 51”
1 – 1x2 @ 66 ½”
6 – 1x16 @ 34 7/8”
¼” plywood or planks for back

Tools

measuring tape
square
pencil
safety glasses
hearing protection
kreg-jig
drill
circular saw
compound miter saw
nailer
sander
countersink drill bit

Step-by-step Instructions

Step 1

Let's start by making the ends pretty. These will be at eye height. If you want, you can build the frame first, then attach to plywood second.

Step 2

Now add the moulding in. You may have to use shorter nails depending on your moulding thickness. Glue will also hold the moulding in place, as it's just decorative.

Step 3

Now we are starting the hutch itself. Attach top and center. I recommend attaching with pocket holes, but it's totally up to you.

Step 4

These boards will keep the back square and give you something to attach the back to. I recommend pocket holes on the back side.

Step 5

Step 6

And add the crown moulding to top. You'll want to miter the corners for a finished look.

Step 7

Shelves can be added fixed with pocket holes underneath or shelf pins.

Step 8

Because of the size of this project, you will need to add two back panels as shown here. Carefully glue and nail to back of project. When you attach to your sideboard, be sure to securely screw to wall behind to prevent tipping forward, and also it is recommended that you attach to sideboard as well.

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/shanty-hutch