DIY Storage Chest

By Tylynn M
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free-plans
Kreg Academy Kreg Academy

One thing I've learned after having my own house is that you can never have too much storage space.

Blankets gone awry? Check out this DIY Storage Chest!

It functions both as extra storage, as well as additional bench seating.

Difficulty moderate

Tools

Kreg Tools

Other Tools

  • Circular Saw (cordless)
    Circular Saw (cordless)
  • Miter Saw
    Miter Saw
  • Tape Measure
    Tape Measure
  • Clamps
    Clamps
  • Drill (cordless)
    Drill (cordless)
  • Nail Gun
    Nail Gun
  • Sander
    Sander

Materials

Wood Products

  • 1 Plywood , 3/4" Thick , Full Sheet
  • 1 Board , 1x4 , 72"
  • 1 Board , 1x6 , 96"
  • 4 Premium Aspen Board Trim , 1/4" Thick , 48"

Hardware & Supplies

  • 2 Hinge
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Cut List & Parts

  • 1 Base , 3/4" x 17" x 36"
  • 2 Sides , 3/4" x 17" x 15"
  • 2 Front & Back , 3/4" x 15" x 34 1/2"
  • 4 Upright Trim , 1/4" x 2 1/2" x 10 3/4"
  • 2 Top & Bottom Trim , 1/4" x 2 1/2" x 36 1/2"
  • 4 Upright Trim , 1/4" x 2 1/2" x 17 1/4"
  • 2 Lid , 1 x 4 x 26"
  • 2 Lid , 1 x 6 x 26"
  • 2 Lid , 1 x 6 x 18"
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Directions

  • STEP 1

    Start by attaching the sides of the bench to the base
    with 1-1/4" pocket hole screws and wood glue. The sides
    should sit flush with the outside edges of the base.

    Step 1

  • STEP 2

    Start by attaching the sides of the bench to the base
    with 1-1/4" pocket hole screws and wood glue. The sides
    should sit flush with the outside edges of the base.

    Step 2

  • STEP 3

    Attach the front and back of the bench to the base and
    sides with 1-1/4" pocket hole screws and wood glue. The
    front and back should sit flush with the outer edges of
    the base and line up flush with the inside of the side
    pieces.

    Step 3

  • STEP 4

    Attach the top and bottom trim to the bench with finish
    nails and wood glue. Position the trim so that it is flush
    with the top and bottom of the chest in order to cover
    up the plywood edges. Ensure the 45° trim miters are
    flush for a nice corner edge.

    Step 4

  • STEP 5

    Attach the front upright trim according to the
    dimensions shown with finish nails and wood glue.
    Position the trim so that it is flush with the top and
    bottom trim. Looking from the back, it should overhang
    the sides 1/4" when it is flush with the top and bottom
    trim pieces.

    Step 5

  • STEP 6

    Add the furniture feet. Most feet come with bolts in
    them for easy attachment. Pre-drill a hole according to
    the size of the bolts and screw into place. Use wood glue
    for extra strength.

    Step 6

  • STEP 7

    Attach the storage chest lid with hinges at the back of
    the chest.

    Step 7

  • CHEST LID

    To make the lid of the storage chest, attach the boards
    as shown on the right with wood glue and 1-1/4" pocket
    holes and screws. Attach at the bottom side of the lid to
    best hide the pocket holes.

    Step 8