Side Hutch for the Classic Storage Collection
Reminiscent of pricy built-ins, this project is designed to work with the rest of the Classic Storage Collection to provide not just storage around your TV, but storage throughout your home. Simple plan, fully framed, open backs, optional removeable/adjustable shelves, and moulding make this simple piece rightly named the Classic Collection.
Dimensions
Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.
What you need
- 1 Sheet of 3/4″ MDF or Plywood, cut into 15 1/2″ Strips, 8′ long
- 1 – 1×2
- 1- 1×3 (you will only need 24″)
- at least 24″ of 2 1/2″ high moulding
- Shelf Pins
- Edge banding (for plywood uses)
- A) 2 – 1×16 @ 44 1/4″ (Sides)
- B) 1- 1×16 @ 24″ (Top)
- D) 4 – 1×2 @ 45″ (Side Trim)
- Crown Moulding, 2 1/2″ overall height, 24″ Long
C) 3 – 1×16 @ 22 1/2″ (Bottom and Shelves)
E) 1 – 1×3 @ 21″ (Front Top Trim)
F) 1 – 1×2 @ 21″ (Back Top Trim)
- measuring tape
- square
- pencil
- safety glasses
- hearing protection
- kreg-jig
- circular saw
- table saw
- nailer
- sander
Step by step
Step 1
Build the box. Fasten the bottom to the sides, as shown above. Then fasten the top to the sides. You will need to take a square of the project (See HOW-TO section). Use glue and 2″ fasteners.
Step 2
Trim the sides of the box. Keeping outside edges flush, attach the trim to the sides of the project, as shown above. Make sure you fasten to the top, bottom and sides. The trim reinforces the joints on the hutch.
Step 3
Top Trim. Fasten the top trim, as shown above. Make sure you also fasten through the sides into the top trim, shown in green. You must use the 2″ fasteners when fastening through the sides.
Step 4
Back Trim. Attach the back trim in the same manner as the front trim. The back trim is a 1×2.
Step 5
Step 6
Shelves. The shelves should be finished seperately. Then using your shelf pins, install the shelves in the hutch.
Finishing
Sand all surfaces, starting with a medium grit and finishing with fine. Wipe off the dust, fill any holes or gaps with wood filler, and sand smooth once dry. Apply primer if you're painting, then finish with your choice of paint or stain and seal with a durable clear topcoat. For outdoor projects, use exterior-rated primer, paint or stain, and sealer so the piece stands up to the weather.
