Tuesday, July 9, 2013

Building Corner Cabinets

Why Corner Cabinets?

    A corner cabinet is a great way to save space, as this part of the room is empty and rarely used. The corner cabinet also adds a nice smooth touch to the wall and reduces sharp angles. Corner cabinets generally go in kitchens and living rooms and can also be put in dens and offices.

Designs

    The most common corner cabinet is a wall-hanging or floor-media cabinet that holds a stereo, DVD player and TV. These cabinets all have the same basic design. A 90-degree corner joint in the back and two short side walls join together with the face of the cabinet. The doors, drawers and hardware is exactly the same.

Construction

    Join two walls at a 90-degree angle to form the back of the cabinet. The only difference is joining the shorter sides that extend outward from the back. These walls are usually only a few inches wide, but they are important because they bring the doors out from the edge of the wall and allow the cabinet to be opened properly. These two walls are joined at a 45-degree angle.

Making the 45 Degree Angle Joinery

    There're many ways to join sides together in woodworking. To make a 45-degree angle, you can miter the entire length of the ends of both boards at 45 degrees and simply glue them together. Or you can use a router to create a tongue and groove channel and slide the boards together. This will create a stronger bond and is a great choice for kitchen cabinets that will have a lot of use.

Hanging Corner Cabinets

    For kitchen wall cabinets, hang them by securing the two sides right to the wall. Another brace can also be used under the cabinets. There are two sides to secure the cabinets--as opposed to one with a square cabinet--so using a brace may not be necessary. Still, many people want to have a solid, secure fit.

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