We are so thrilled to finally be able to share with you another one of our passions in life! DIY home projects starting with kitchen base cabinet build.
Join us on our journey to build a butlers pantry! We can’t wait to show you how we created the pantry of our dreams! Starting with planning, designing and building the base cabinet!
We will share with you how to design & build the perfectly organized & functional “butlers style” pantry for you kitchen! Learn how “Turmeric” your pantry the perfect kitchen space!
Here will share with you everything you need to know “Turmeric” your own Perfect Kitchen Pantry! From your inspirational pictures to it all coming to fruition!
WHY Build it yourself when you can buy it?
5 easy to follow Steps to build a kitchen base cabinet
1. BUILD THE BASE CABINET FRAME
Our follow along videos will walk you through absolutely everything you need to know to build your own base cabinet frame! You don’t even need fancy tools. We’ll show you how to plan & design the cabinet to fit your specific pantry sizing and measurements. Then how to create a cut list & rip list that you can either use to cut your own wood, or take to a hardware store and have them cut for you! We even have a FREE printable for you! Finally, we will guide you in building and installing the base cabinet frame into your pantry. As always, we’ve broken this Step 2 into easy to follow video steps.
2. BUILD & INSTALL SHELVES
Our follow along videos will walk you through absolutely everything you need to know to build and install shelves in your base cabinet! You don’t even need fancy tools. We’ll show you how to plan & design the cabinet to fit your specific pantry. Then how to create a cut list & rip list that you can either use to cut your own wood, or take to a hardware store and have them cut for you! Finally, we will guide you in building and installing the base cabinet frame into your pantry. As always, we’ve broken this Step 2 into easy to follow video steps.
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3. INSTALL CABINET & FINISHINGS
Here we will show you how to easily install the base cabinet into the pantry and how to properly finish the cabinet.
4. BUILD, FINISH & INSTALL COUNTERTOP
When it comes to creating a warm and inviting kitchen, the choice of countertop material can make all the difference. While there are various options available, wooden countertops offer a timeless and natural appeal that can transform your kitchen into a cozy and functional space. If you’re looking to add a touch of rustic charm to your culinary haven, follow this step-by-step guide on how to build a wooden countertop.
5. BUILD, FINISH & INSTALL DRAWERS
Our DIY Butlers Pantry Renovation continues! Unlock the potential of your storage space with DIY wood sliding drawers! In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step process of crafting custom sliding drawers from scratch. Learn how “Turmeric” your pantry the perfect kitchen space!
STEP 1: BUILD THE BASE CABINET FRAME
Please watch our introductory video to find out the very first steps to take in the design process. Don’t worry, it’s not as hard as it may seem. We will continue to break down every single step for you as the video series goes on! ♥︎
We’ve worked hard to create a completely customizable planning guide that you can use to build the pantry of your dreams! The follow along video will guide you through how to make all of the measurements needed. Our free printable PDF file will then help guide you in making your base cabinet to fit your specifications. There’s even a fill in the blank measurements list to help you get started. We hope you enjoy it!
We’ve worked hard to create a printable PDF file for you to use to help guide you in making your base cabinet for to fit your specifications. There’s even a fill in the blank measurements list to help you get started. We hope you enjoy it!
Time to cut our wood, create an assembly order, and begin assembling our base cabinet frame! Don’t have many wood working tools? No problem! The great part about using our FREE Cut List & Rip List is that you can take them directly to the lumber store and have them cut the wood for you. We have a FULL detailed list of all of the basic tools you’ll need for this project in our video series on our YouTube Channel.
STEP 2: BUILD & INSTALL SHELVES
Time to add in your customized shelves! Depending on your design, you can use our cut list to adjust to any number of shelves! We have created the plans & cut list to be 100% customizable so that no matter what size your pantry, you can easily build our base cabinet. The build and installation of the shelves are shown in the video above.
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STEP 3: INSTALL CABINET AND FINISHINGS
Installing the base cabinet frame into your pantry is a breeze! Walls not straight? Don’t want to remove your baseboards? That’s ok! We’ll show you how to properly install your base cabinet frames when the walls aren’t straight & without removing the baseboards!
Then we will show you how we finish our corner base cabinets to achieve a professionally finished look!
STEP 4: BUILD, FINISH & INSTALL COUNTERTOP
When it comes to creating a warm and inviting kitchen, the choice of countertop material can make all the difference. While there are various options available, wooden countertops offer a timeless and natural appeal that can transform your kitchen into a cozy and functional space. If you’re looking to add a touch of rustic charm to your culinary haven, follow this step-by-step guide on how to build a wooden countertop. For our full written instructions, check out our post here!
STEP 5: BUILD, FINISH & INSTALL CABINET DRAWERS
Unlock the potential of your storage space with DIY wood sliding drawers! We’ll walk you through the step-by-step process of crafting custom sliding drawers from scratch. Whether you’re looking to build pantry kitchen cabinets, upgrade your closet organization, or enhance your workshop efficiency, mastering the art of building wood sliding drawers will revolutionize how you utilize space in your home. From selecting the right materials to installing smooth-gliding drawer slides, lets transform that ordinary storage into organized brilliance! For our full written instructions, check out our post here!
BASE CABINET IS NOW FINISHED!
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