How to Build Kitchen Cabinets (with Pictures) – wikiHow

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To build a kitchen cabinet, start by cutting the side and bottom panels out of some MDF or plywood. Then, cut 4 panels out of 1 by 6 lumber for the base panels and top bracers, and cut 4 more panels for the face of the cabinet. Next, glue and screw the bottom panel to the base panels, and attach the side panels to the bottom. Once you’ve done that, secure the top braces, and nail the back panel onto the cabinet. Finally, install some shells before assembling the face panels and putting on the doors. To learn how to measure your kitchen cabinet, read on!

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