Building your own furniture is one of the most rewarding DIY projects, and this custom nightstand is no exception. Featuring a concealed slide-out shelf, faux fluted drawer front, and a built-in power strip, this design combines practicality and style. Whether you’re enhancing a small space or upgrading your woodworking skills, this project is packed with useful tips.
Let’s dive into the step-by-step process to create this stunning nightstand.
Disclosure: This project was sponsored by Kreg Tool Company however the design opinions are 100% my own.
Full Project Video
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Tools
- Kreg Pocket Hole Jig
- Kreg Track Saw
- Kreg Drawer Slide Jig
- Drill/Driver
- Jig Saw
- Miter Saw
- Brad Nailer
- Stapler
- Iron
- Tape Measure
- Pencil
- Safety Glasses
- Hearing Protection
Materials
- 3/4” x 4’ x 8’ Plywood Sheet
- 1/4” x 2’ x 4’ Plywood Sheet
- 1 x 2 x 8’ Select Pine Board
- 1 x 4 x 8’ Select Pine Board
- 3/4” Iron On Edge Banding
- 2” Iron On Edge Banding
- Flush mounted power strip
- 1-1/4” Pocket Screws
- 1-1/4” Brad Nails
- 1-1/4” Wood Screws
- Wood Glue
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Dimensions
Cut List
How to Build an Open Storage Unit
- Assemble the Base
- Assemble the Top
- Attach Base to Top
- Install Slide Out Shelf
- Cutting Hole for Power Strip
This is a good time to add a cut out for your flush mounted power strip if you would like. This should be cut to fit.
Don’t forget to drill a hole in the back for your power cord!
- Applying a Finish
This is the point where you need to go ahead and paint the base of the cabinet. Also note that you will need to paint the outside edge banding of the slide out shown in the next step and the drawer front in the last step.
- Install Slide Out
- Assemble Drawer Box
- Install Drawer Box
- Install Drawer Front and Slide Out Knob
If you want to add the faux fluting like we did make sure to check out the full YouTube video for details on a simple way to do it with a table saw.
Questions? Comments?
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