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Shanty Sideboard

Build your own farmhouse style sideboard with doors! We love it paired with our matching hutch plans. include detailed diagrams, shopping and cut list, and lots of reader submitted photos. Build yours today and save hundreds off retail.

Shanty Sideboard

Specifications

Project typeBuffet, Sideboard and Credenza Plans
RoomStorage Solutions
StyleFarmhouse Furniture
DifficultyAdvanced

Dimensions

Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.

Shanty Sideboard dimension diagram 1

Shopping List

  • 1 – 10’ stick moulding for top
  • 1 – 10’ stick 5 1/4” base moulding
  • 1 – 4’ stick 2 1/4” base moulding
  • 3 – 1x3 @ 8 feet long
  • 1 – 1x4 @ 8 feet long
  • 1 – 1x4 @ 6 feet long Additional
  • 1x3s for doors if desired
  • 1 and a 1/2” sheets of 3/4” plywood, ripped into strips 15 3/4” wide (referred to as 1x16s in this plan)
  • 1 – 1/4” plywood full sheet for the back
  • 4 sets hinges
  • 4 knobs or handles

Cut List

  • 4 – 1x3 @ 10 3/4”
  • 4 – 1x3 @ 35 1/4”
  • 2 – 1x16 @ 35 1/4”
  • 1 – 1x16 @ 73 1/2”
  • 1 – 1x16 @ 30”
  • 1 – 1x16 @ 70 1/2”
  • 2 – 1x4 @ 32 1/2”
  • 1 – 1x4 @ 73 1/2”
  • 1 – 1x3 @ 26 1/4”
  • 1 – 1x3 @ 66 1/2”

CUT DOORS IN PLANS

Tools

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

Step-by-step Instructions

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Step 1

Start by adding trim to ends first. Also add 2 1/4" base moulding to insides of end outsides (see ends in next diagram). TIP: Drill 3/4" PHs facing upward on inside of plywood ends before attaching trim for attaching top in next step.

Shanty Sideboard — step 1
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Step 2

Now it's time to join it all together! Attach the plywood to the sides and add center partition.

Shanty Sideboard — step 2
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Step 3

Build your front face frame first and then attach to front of sideboard.

Shanty Sideboard — step 3
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Step 4

Cut moulding to fit and attach with finish nails and glue.

Shanty Sideboard — step 4
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Step 5

Shanty Sideboard — step 5
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Step 6

Build doors to fit openings - leaving approximately 1/8" gap around all sides, including bottom. Attach with either butt hinges that are installed in the gap between door and face frame, or use euro style full insets - you may need to add blocking for these to work.

Shanty Sideboard — step 6
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Step 7

Shelves can be added at any height, either fixed or with shelf pins.

Shanty Sideboard — step 7
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Step 8

Attach back with 1 1/4" finish nails and glue.

Shanty Sideboard — step 8
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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/shanty-sideboard