Build this beautiful dresser! Free plans from Ana-White.com Features four large drawers and two smaller drawers.
Preparation
- 1 - 1/2 sheets of ¾” plywood
- 1 sheet of ¼” plywood or other hardboard
- 4 – 1x2 @ 8 feet long
- 27 feet of 1x8 boards
- 2 – 1x3 @ 8 feet long
- 1 – 1x4 (MUST be 3-1/2” wide) @ 6 feet long
- 1 – 1x12 board (MUST be 11-1/4” wide) @ 10 feet long (can also use scrap ¾” plywood)
- 6 – 16” long white euro drawer slides
- 4 – 4” turned feet 20 feet of cove moulding (3/4”)
- 10 feet of edge banding in matching species to plywood
- Knobs or handles
- 1 – 3/4” plywood @ 19-1/4” x 52-1/4” (bottom)
- 3 – 3/4” plywood @ 19-1/4” x 30-1/2” (sides and divider)
- 10 – 1x2 @ 25” (trim)
- 1 – 3/4” plywood @ 20” x 53-3/4" (top)
- 8 – 1x8 @ 16” (large drawer sides)
- 8 – 1x8 @ 22-1/2” (large drawer fronts and backs)
- 4 – 1x3 @ 16” (small drawer sides)
- 4 – 1x3 @ 22-1/2” (small drawer front and backs)
- 6 – 1/4” plywood @ 16” x 24”
- 2 – 1x4 @ 24-3/4” (small drawer fronts)
- 4 – 1x12 @ 24-3/4” (large drawer fronts)
- 1 – 1/4” plywood @ 52-1/4” (back)
Please read through the entire plan and all comments before beginning this project. It is also advisable to review the Getting Started Section. Take all necessary precautions to build safely and smartly. Work on a clean level surface, free of imperfections or debris. Always use straight boards. Check for square after each step. Always predrill holes before attaching with screws. Use glue with finish nails for a stronger hold. Wipe excess glue off bare wood for stained projects, as dried glue will not take stain. Be safe, have fun, and ask for help if you need it. Good luck!
Instructions
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Build your drawers to fit your openings and drawer slides. You can only nail the bottom 1/4" plywood to the bottom if you use the white euro bottom corner mount slides. If you are using side mount slides, you will need to screw the bottom on.
Drawer video - please watch this quick video on how to measure, build and install drawers
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It is always recommended to apply a test coat on a hidden area or scrap piece to ensure color evenness and adhesion. Use primer or wood conditioner as needed.
Comments
dhoop31
Mon, 04/24/2017 - 19:59
Plywood shopping list
Ana,
Quick question. Wouldn't you need at least a full sheet, maybe two, of the 3/4 plywood? A half sheet, being only 48" will not give you the 52" cut called for on the bottom and top pieces.
Love your site and love the plans for this dresser! Keep up the great work!
Donny