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2. The Under-Cabinet Drawer hack
If you need more storage space in your kitchen, try this easy DIY under-cabinet drawer hack. Here’s how to do it:
1. Measure the cabinet cavity and cut a piece of 1/4-inch plywood for the bottom of the drawer.
2. Cut 1×3 boards to match the plywood dimensions and glue and nail them together to create the frame.
3. Attach the plywood to the frame and square it up as you fasten it.
4. Attach the drawer slide to the frame using 1×4 boards and screws.
5. Join the slide to the drawer by screwing it to the sides flush with the front.
6. Finish attaching the slide to the back end of the drawer.
7. Use double-face tape to temporarily stick the assembly to the cabinet’s underside and screw the drawer supports to the bottom.
8. Stick on the drawer front and attach it to the frame with screws.
9. Clamp and screw the side trim into place.
Matching the finish of your existing cabinets can be challenging, so take a cabinet door to a paint store for help. Remember that the drawer will need to clear the cabinet face frame, so use plywood spacers if necessary. This project is a great way to add storage space to your kitchen, and it’s simple enough for even novice DIYers to tackle.
Detail: Familyhandyman.com
