Cat Litter Box Cabinet

By 1frost
20180119_092903
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Kreg Academy Kreg Academy

Cat litter box enclosure that is an attractive piece of furniture for any home.
Provides space for the litter box and for storage of litter and other supplies.

Difficulty moderate

Tools

Kreg Tools

Other Tools

  • Miter Saw
    Miter Saw
  • Table Saw
    Table Saw
  • Tape Measure
    Tape Measure
  • Drill (cordless)
    Drill (cordless)
  • Nail Gun
    Nail Gun
  • Router
    Router
  • Router Table
    Router Table
  • Sander
    Sander
  • Shop Vacuum
    Shop Vacuum

Materials

Wood Products

  • 14 Board , 1x4 , 48"
  • 1 Board , 1/2" Thick , 72"
  • 1 Board , 1/2" Thick , 36"
  • 1 Bead Board , 3/4" Thick , 48"
  • 2 Bead Board , 1/4" Thick , 48"
  • 3 Board , 1x8 , 72"
  • 1 Plywood , 3/4" Thick , 36"

Hardware & Supplies

  • 75 1 1/4" pocket hole screws
  • 4 Door hinges - style of your choice
  • 2 Door latches - style of your choice
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Cut List & Parts

  • 8 Vertical corner supports , 3/4" x 3 1/2" x 32"
  • 5 Horizontal side support , 3/4" x 3 1/2" x 9"
  • 1 Vertical center support , 3/4" x 3 1/2" x 25"
  • 4 Horizontal front/back supports , 3/4" x 3 1/2" x 41"
  • 4 Door vertical components , 3/4" x 3 1/2" x 24 3/4"
  • 4 Door horizontal components , 3/4" x 3 1/2" x 1'-1 5/16"
  • 2 Side base trim , 1/2" x 1" x 16"
  • 1 Front base trim , 1/2" x 1" x 49"
  • 1 Base plywood , 3/4" x 16" x 46.5"
  • 1 Left side plywood/beadboard , 1/4" x 16" x 20"
  • 1 Right side plywood/beadboard , 1/4" x 16" x 29 3/4"
  • 1 Back plywood/beadboard , 1/4" x 46" x 29 3/4"
  • 2 Door plywood/beadboard , 1/4" x 13 13/16" x 18 3/4"
  • 1 Top , 3/4" x 19" x 51"
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Directions

  • Right side panel

    Cut and assemble the right side panel utilizing 1 1/4" pocket hole screws

    Step 1

  • Rear panel

    Cut and assemble the rear panels utilizing 1 1/4" pocket hole screws

    Step 2

  • Front panel

    Cut and assemble the front panel utilizing 1 1/4" pocket hole screws

    Step 3

  • Left side panel

    Assemble the left side panel utilizing 1 1/4" pocket hole screws
    If you do not need the opening for cat access, eliminate the middle cross piece.

    Step 4

  • Assemble all componets

    Assemble all panels utilizing 1 1/4" pocket hole screws.

    Step 5

  • Install the bottom plywood

    Cut the bottom plywood and install with 1 1/4" pocket hole screws. Locate the panel 2" up from the bottom.

    Step 6

  • Install plywood

    Cut and install side and rear plywood/beadboard panels utilizing your nail gun. Install the interior divider panel in a location that works for you with 1 1/4" pocket hole screws. If you do not need the cat access, the left plywood/beadboard panel size will be the same size as the right panel.
    You can also eliminate the interior divider panel.

    Step 7

  • Construct the doors

    Cut the door parts and assemble with 1 1/4" pocket hole screws. Route a 1/4" recess in the back of the door panels to accept the plywood/beadboard infill.

    Step 8

  • Install doors

    Install the doors as shown utilizing your choice of hardware

    Step 9

  • Install the base trim.

    Utilize your nail gun to install the base trim.

    Step 10

  • Construct the top

    Choose the type of wood you would like to utilize and cut to size to allow a 1 1/2" overhang on the sides and front. I utilized poplar boards that I joined, cut to width, sanded and routed a decorative edge on the sides and front.

    Step 11

  • Install the top

    Choose the type of wood you would like to utilize and cut to size to allow a 1 1/2" overhang on the sides and front. I utilized poplar boards that I joined, cut to width, sanded and routed a decorative edge on the sides and front.

    Step 12

  • Finish the cabinet

    Finish the cabinet by painting or staining per your preference