How To Build A Corner Kitchen Base Cabinet

Corner kitchen cabinets can be a great way to maximize space and create a more efficient workflow in your kitchen. They can also be a bit tricky to build, but with the right instructions, it's a project that can be completed in a weekend.

In this article, we'll walk you through the steps on how to build a corner kitchen base cabinet. We'll cover everything from cutting the pieces to assembling the cabinet and installing it in your kitchen.

Materials You'll Need

To build a corner kitchen base cabinet, you'll need the following materials:

3/4-inch plywood for the cabinet sides, back, and shelves
1/2-inch plywood for the cabinet bottom
1x4 pine boards for the cabinet frame
1x2 pine boards for the cabinet door frames
1/4-inch plywood for the cabinet door panels
Wood screws
Wood glue
Clamps
Measuring tape
Circular saw
Miter saw
Drill
Countersink bit
Sandpaper

Step 1: Cut the Pieces

The first step is to cut the pieces for the cabinet. The following are the dimensions for the pieces:

Sides (2): 30 inches high x 12 inches wide
Back: 30 inches high x 24 inches wide
Bottom: 24 inches wide x 24 inches deep
Shelves (2): 24 inches wide x 12 inches deep
Frame: 1x4 pine boards cut to length (see diagram below)
Door frames: 1x2 pine boards cut to length (see diagram below)
Door panels: 1/4-inch plywood cut to size (see diagram below)

Step 2: Assemble the Cabinet Frame

Once the pieces are cut, it's time to assemble the cabinet frame. The following are the steps on how to assemble the cabinet frame:

Apply wood glue to the edges of the cabinet sides and back.
Clamp the cabinet sides and back together.
Drill pilot holes and drive screws through the sides and back to secure them together.
Attach the cabinet bottom to the frame using wood glue and screws.
Attach the cabinet shelves to the frame using wood glue and screws.
Attach the cabinet frame to the wall using screws.