Simple Play Kitchen French Door Fridge
Build a play kitchen fridge with french doors. All 1x construction - just cut boards and screw or nail together. from RELATED: Plans for the Play Kitchen Sink and Stove
Specifications
| Project type | Play Kitchen Collection |
|---|---|
| Room | Kids and Toys |
| Style | Children's and Kid's Room Furniture and Toy Plans |
| Difficulty | Beginner Projects |
Dimensions
Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.
Shopping List
- 1 - 1x12 @ 10 feet long
- 1 - 1x10 @ 4 feet long
- 1 - 1x2 @ 15” long
- 1 - 1x8 @ 6 feet long
- 1 - 1/4 sheet of 1/4” thick plywood or beadboard
- 1 1/4” pocket hole screws OR 2” self tapping screws
- 1 1/4” brad nails
Cut List
- 2 - 1x12 @ 35 1/4” (sides)
- 1 - 1x12 @ 15” (bottom shelf)
- 1 - 1x12 @ 16 1/2” (top)
- 1 - 1x2 @ 15” (bottom footer)
- 3 - 1x10 @ 15” (shelves)
- 1 - 1/4” plywood or beadboard 16 1/2” x 36”
- 2 - 1x8 @ 32 3/4” (doors)
Tools
- measuring tape
- square
- pencil
- safety glasses
- hearing protection
- drill
- circular saw
- nailer
- sander
- countersink drill bit
Step-by-step Instructions
Bottom Shelf
Measure up 1 1/2” on each bottom inside of sides and mark. Either drill 3/4” pocket holes on both ends of bottom shelf or predrill pilot holes for trim screws in sides. Attach with screws and glue.
Top
Attach top with 2” trim screws countersunk or 3/4” pocket holes and 1 1/4” pocket hole screws. All outside edges are flush.
Footer
Apply glue to top and end edges of footer. Position at bottom of project, and attach with 1 1/4” finish nails. You can also attach with countersunk screws or pocket hole screws.
Shelves
Shelves are all installed flush to back, and can be placed at any height. In this plan, the shelves are 7 1/4” spaced so you can use the doors as spacers for attaching. Just attach with glue and screws or finish nails.
Back
Attach back with 3/4" brad nails and glue.
Doors
Finally, attach doors to cabinet with narrow profile butt hinges, with hinges installed in gap between door and cabinet. Keep a 1/8” gap on top and bottom of doors. Install stop or magnetic clasp at top or bottom to keep doors shut when closed.
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/simple-play-kitchen-french-door-fridge