Wide Entryway Console with Open Shelves
Build your own entryway console table from This entryway console features large shelves, open shelving space for baskets or bins, and a generous sized top. The bottom is concealed, so you never have to clean underneath. We love this also as a media console table, buffet in the dining room, or anywhere more storage and tabletop space is needed in a beautiful, simple design. The include step by step diagrams, shopping and cut list and video tutorial.
Specifications
| Project type | Media and Entertainment Centers |
|---|---|
| Room | Storage Solutions |
| Style | Cottage Style Furniture Plans |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
Dimensions
Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.
Shopping List
- 1 – 4’ x 8’ x 3/4”thick cabinet grade plywood sheet ripped into 15-3/4” wide strips (you can also use 4-1x12x8' boards instead for a narrower depth console table)
- 4 – 1x2 @ 8 feet long
- 1 – 1x4 @ 8 feet long
- 3 – 1x3 @ 8 feet long
- 1- 4’x 8’ x 1/4” thick plywood (for the back)
- 4 sets of hinges
- 4 knobs/pulls
- 4 magnetic clasps
- 1-1/4” and 3/4” brad nails
- 1-1/4” pocket hole screws
Cut List
- 1 – ¾” plywood @ 15-3/4” x 58” – top
- 2 – ¾” plywood @ 15-3/4” x 55” – shelves
- 2 – ¾” plywood @ 15-3/4” x 35-1/4” – sides
- 1 – ¾” plywood @ 15-3/4” x 8-1/2” – divider
- 1 – 1x2 @ 58” – face frame top
- 2 – 1x2 @ 35-1/4” – face frame sides
- 2 – 1x2 @ 53-1/2” – face frame stiles
- 1 – 1x2 @ 29-1/2”- face frame center
- 2 – 1x2 @ 26” – face frame shelves
- 1 – 1x4 @ 16-1/2” – base sides
- 1 – 1x4 @ 58” – base front cut to fit
- 8 – 1x3 @ 20-3/4” – door stiles
- 8 – 1x3 @ 7-7/8 – door rails
- 4 - ¼” plywood cut to fit approx. 8” x 15-3/4”
Tools
- measuring tape
- square
- pencil
- safety glasses
- hearing protection
- kreg-jig
- drill
- circular saw
- nailer
- sander
Step-by-step Instructions
Step 1
Rip plywood on tablesaw or with circular saw into strips 15-3/4” wide by 8 feet long. From these strips, cut out pieces for carcass. Assemble the carcass using three ¾” pocket holes and 1-1/4” pocket hole screws per joint, for all joints except center divider. For center divider, apply glue to both ends and position in center of upper shelf opening. Use 1-1/4” brad nails to secure in place.
Step 2
Using ¾” pocket holes and 1-1/4” pocket hole screws, build face frame on flat level surface. Top face frame piece overhangs front and sides by ¾”. Nail completed face frame to front of carcass with 1-1/4” brad nails and wood glue. Additional shelves can be added, but need to be at least 1/2" less in width than the carcass to allow for the door backs to be added in last step.
Step 3
Measure and cut side base pieces. Nail to sides with 1-1/4” brad nails. Measure and cut front base piece. Nail to front with 1-1/4” brad nails.
Step 4
Cut back piece from ¼” plywood and nail to all edges on back of cabinet using glue and ¾” brad nails.
Step 5
Assemble door frame pieces using ¾” pocket holes and 1-1/4” pocket hole screws. Cut plywood slightly larger than opening and nail to back with ¾” brad nails and wood glue. Install doors with hinges. Add knobs or pulls and magnetic clasps. NOTE: Please watch the video as there is more details on steps for the doors in the video
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/wide-entryway-console-open-shelves