This step by step diy woodworking project is about bathroom armoire plans. If you want to learn more about building a large bathroom armoire we recommend you to pay attention to the instructions described in the article. There are many other plans and designs to choose from, so we strongly suggest you to pay a close look over the related projects featured on our website.
Before starting the actual construction project, we recommend you to plan everything, as to save money and to keep the costs under control. Adjust the size and the design of the armoire to suit your needs. In addition, we recommend you to invest in high-quality materials, such as pine, redwood or cedar, as they have a nice finish and are highly durable, especially in a humid environment.
If you don’t have a rich expertise in woodworking field, you should ask a friend to give you a hand with the project. There are many things that you could go wrong, so make sure you plan everything and invest in quality materials. Select the lumber with attention, making sure the components are perfectly straight and in a very good condition. Use a carpentry square to check if the corners are right-angled. See all my Premium Plans in the Shop.
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Bathroom Armoire Plans
Building an armoire
Materials
- A – 2 pieces of 1×4 lumber – 28 1/2″ long SIDES
- B – 4 pieces of 1×4 lumber – 14 1/2″ long SHELVES
- C – 1 piece of 1/4″ plywood – 16″x28 1/2″ long BACK
- D – 2 piece of 1×4 lumber – 28 1/2″ long, 3 pieces – 9″ long DOOR
- E – 2 pieces of mirror – 9 1/2″x9 1/2″ long MIRROR
- 1 piece of 1×4 lumber – 10 ft
- 1 piece of 1×4 lumber – 8 ft
- 1 piece of 1/4″ plywood – 2’x3′
- 2 pieces of mirror – 9 1/2″x9 1/2″ long
- 2 1/2″ screws
- 1 1/4″ screws
- glue, stain
- wood filler
- hinges
Tools
- Safety gloves, glasses
- Miter saw, jigsaw
- Chalk line, tape measure, spirit level, carpentry pencil
- Drill machinery and drill bits
Tips
- Apply several coats of wood stain to the wooden components
- Fill the holes with wood filler and smooth the surface
Time
- One Day
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Building an armoire
Building the frame of the armoire
First of all, we recommend you to build the frame of the bathroom armoire using 1×4 lumber. Cut the components at the right size and lock them together with galvanized screws. Drill pocket holes at both ends of the horizontal components and lock them to the sides slats. Check if the corners are right-angled before inserting the 1 1/4″ screws.
Attaching the back of the armoire
Continue the project by attaching a piece of 1/4″ plywood to the back of the armoire frame. Make sure the corners are right-angled before attaching the plywood to the frame with screws. Add waterproof glue to joints in order to enhance the bond of the components.
Building the front door
Building the front door for the armoire is a straight-forward process, as you just need to lock several 1×4 slats together. Drill pocket holes at both ends of the horizontal components and secure them to the vertical components. Add glue to enhance the strength of the joints.
Carving the rabbets
Make 1/4″x1/4″ rabbets along the interior faces of the door, by using a router with a bit.
Attaching the mirrors
Cut a mirror to the right size and secure it into place with mirror adhesive or silicone. Make sure the mirror is secured properly to the frame before attaching it to the frame with hinges. Make sure you align the door to the frame at both ends, before fitting it into place with piano hinges.
Bathroom armoire plans
Last but not least, we recommend you to take care of the finishing touches. Fill the holes with wood filler and let it to dry out for several hours. Afterwards, smooth the wooden surface with fine-grit sandpaper and vacuum the residues. If you want to secure the armoire to a wall, we recommend you to drill pilot holes through the back and to secure it to a studs with several 2 1/2″ screws.
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