How to Build a Cabinet Door

1x4 clear pine

1/4" plywood (we used two 4x4 sheets)

Kreg 1-1/4-Inch Pocket Screws

Kreg Pocket Hole Jig

Router

Wood Chisel Set

Loctite Construction Adhesive

Caulk

Wood Filler

Cabinet Hinges

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Cut your boards to desired length.

Drill two pocket holes on both ends of the vertical boards. Attach horizontal boards with 1 1/4" pocket hole screws and wood glue.

Use a router with a square router bit set to a depth to just over 1/4". Route inside back of the door. The router will leave a rounded corner. Use a wood chisel to square out the corner.

Cut the 1/4" plywood to desired size to fit inside routed frame.

Apply construction adhesive to inside of routed edge. Place plywood on top.

Put something heavy on top of the door while the glue dries. (You could also use small brad nails or staples. We were confident the glue would hold just fine.)

Fill gaps on the front with wood filler. Fill pocket holes on the back with wood filler. Caulk around inside edge where plywood meets the frame for a more finished look (front and back).

Let us know if you have questions!

Original article and pictures take http://decorandthedog.net/decorandthedog/2014/11/4/how-to-build-a-cabinet-door site


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