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Here are 21 ideas and tutorials on how to build a pantry cabinet in your kitchen. Use these to make it an easy DIY project.
Building a cabinet of any kind is an intermediate-level project. You have to know how to work with wood. But if you can finish the project, it will save you a lot of money.
The following ideas range from making cabinets from scratch to transforming your existing kitchen cabinets into a pantry.
Depending on the wood you choose for the project, it can cost you $70 to $100 per cabinet to build a pantry like this.
How to Build Kitchen Pantry Cabinets
Tutorial: rockler.com
Expected cost: $70-$100 per cabinet
Supplies:
- 1/2” plywood
- 1”x2” lumber
- 1”x4” lumber
- Cabinet hardware
- Sandpaper
- Wood glue
- Wood filler
- Paint or stain
- Cabinet pulls or knobs
This project is a bit more difficult than some of the others on this list, but it is still doable for most people. It will take some time and effort to complete, but the end result will be worth it.
This project requires you to build a custom 24”x 24” pantry cabinet. You will need to cut and shape the wood, assemble the cabinet, sand and finish it, and install the hardware.
The resources section provides links to woodworking classes, plans, and inspiration so you can successfully complete this project.
Tutorial: shanty-2-chic.com
Expected cost: $70-$100 per cabinet
Supplies:
- Plywood
- Hardwood
- Woodworking tools
- Cabinet hardware
This project is a bit more difficult than some of our other projects, but it is still doable for most people. It will take some time to complete, but the end result will be worth it!
Tutorial: thehandymansdaughter.com
Expected cost: $70-$100 per cabinet
Supplies:
- Kreg Jig
- Woodworking experience
This project is a bit more difficult than some of the others on this list, but it’s still doable for most people. You’ll need to be able to use a Kreg Jig and have some experience with woodworking in order to complete it.
Tutorial: woodshopdiaries.com
Expected cost: $70-$100 per cabinet
Supplies:
- Plywood
- Cabinet hardware
- Cabinet doors
- Paint or stain
- Sandpaper
This project is a bit more difficult than some of the others on this list, but it is still doable for most people. It will take some time to cut down all of the plywood and then assemble the cabinets, but the end result will be worth it.
Tutorial: aturtleslifeforme.com
Expected cost: $70-$100 per cabinet
Supplies:
- Tape measure
- Level
- Stud finder
- Screws
- Optional: Router
This project is a bit more difficult than some of the others, but it is still doable in a weekend. You will need to be able to measure and cut boards, use a stud finder and level, and screw the boards into place.
If you want to add the optional router step, that will add some extra time. Overall, this project should take about 1-2 days to complete.
Tutorial: theyummylife.com
Supplies:
- Cabinet
- Shelving
- Pegboard
- Hooks
- Baskets
This project is a great solution for anyone who doesn’t have a lot of space in their kitchen for a pantry. It’s easy to do and only requires a few supplies.
The most difficult part may be finding the right cabinet to use, but once you have that, the rest is easy.
Tutorial: southernyankeediy.com
Expected cost: $70-$100 per cabinet
Supplies:
- MDF
- Wood glue
- Clamps
- Saw
- Drill
- Screws
- Cabinet hardware
This project is a tutorial on how to build easy DIY pantry cabinets. It is a budget-friendly method that uses MDF to create the cabinets.
The project is not difficult to complete, but it does require some basic woodworking skills and tools.
Tutorial: designsbystudioc.com
Supplies:
- 1-1/4″ pocket hole screws
- Miter saw or Circular saw
- Table saw
- Iron for edge banding
- Drill
- Pocket hole jig
- Right angle drill attachment (for tight spaces)
- Pneumatic brad nailer with compressor
- Sander
- 10 – 1/2″ x 2 wood
This project is a great weekend project for all skill levels! It involves building a rustic pantry cabinet with shelving on the doors for smaller items, as well as ample shelf storage inside for all sorts of other goods. The doors also feature face frames on the outside, and the entire cabinet can be made wider with a few adjustments.
Tutorial: thedesignconfidential.com
Expected cost: $70-$100 per cabinet
Supplies:
- 1×4 lumber
- 1×6 lumber
- 1×8 lumber
- 2×4 lumber
- Plywood
- Wood glue
- Wood screws
- Cabinet hardware
- Paint or stain
This project is a bit more difficult than some of the others on The Design Confidential, but it is still doable for most people. It will take some time to complete, but the end result will be worth it.
You will need to have some basic woodworking skills and knowledge to complete this project.
Tutorial: howtospecialist.com
Supplies:
- 1×4 lumber
- 1×6 lumber
- 1×8 lumber
- 1×10 lumber
- Cabinet hardware
- Plywood
- Wood screws
- Wood glue
- Cordless drill
- Circular saw
- Table saw
This project is a step by step guide on how to build a pantry cabinet. It is not difficult to follow, but it does require some basic carpentry skills.
You will need to be able to measure, cut and drill the wood in order to complete this project.
Tutorial: thediyvillage.com
Expected cost: $70-$100 per cabinet
Supplies:
- Plywood
- Table saw
- Cabinet hardware
- Paint or stain
- Trim
This project is a great way to add extra storage to your home, and it can be completed in a weekend with some basic woodworking skills. The most difficult part of the project is cutting the plywood to size, but if you have access to a table saw, it should be fairly straightforward.
Once the cabinets are assembled, you’ll just need to attach them to the wall and add some trim.
Tutorial: blesserhouse.com
Supplies:
- Paint
- Paintbrushes
- A cutting tool
- IKEA Hemnes
This project is a bit more difficult than some of the others on this list, but it’s still doable for most people. You’ll need to be able to paint and cut accurately, and it helps to have someone who can help you with putting the IKEA furniture together.
Other than that, it’s a pretty straightforward project that anyone can complete.
Tutorial: loveremodeled.com
Expected cost: $70-$100 per cabinet
Supplies:
- Tape measure
- Plywood
- 1×2 lumber
- Construction adhesive
- Cordless drill
- 1 inch hole saw
- Paint or stain
- Cabinet hardware
This project entails building a small kitchen pantry from scratch. It is not a difficult project, but it does require some basic carpentry skills.
How to Build a Pull-Out Pantry
Tutorial: diypassion.com
Expected cost: $70-$100 per cabinet
Supplies:
- Wood
- Power drill
- Jigsaw
- Paint
- Stencils
- Sandpaper
This project is a bit more difficult than some of the others, but it is still doable for most people. It will take some time to complete, but the end result will be worth it.
You will need to have some basic woodworking skills and knowledge of power tools in order to complete this project.
Tutorial: ronhazelton.com
Supplies:
- Birch-veneer plywood
- Pocket-hole joinery
- Woodworking skills and knowledge
This project involves building a custom roll-out pantry and refrigerator enclosure using birch-veneer plywood and pocket-hole joinery. It is a medium difficulty project that requires some woodworking skills and knowledge.
Tutorial: fabartdiy.com
Supplies:
- 1×4 lumber
- Plywood
- 1/4″ dowel
- Wood glue
- Caster wheels
This project is a great way to make use of small and narrow spaces in your kitchen. It is easy to build and does not require many materials.
The tutorial provides clear instructions on how to assemble the pantry and install the wheels.
Tutorial: pursuetoday.com
Expected cost: $300
Supplies:
- Table saw
- Miter saw
- Woodworking skills
This project is a bit more difficult than some others, but it is definitely doable for the average person. It will take some time to complete, but the end result will be worth it.
You’ll need to be comfortable using tools such as a table saw and miter saw, and you’ll need to have some basic woodworking skills. The project should cost around $300 in total.
How to Build a Freestanding Pantry
Tutorial: h2obungalow.com
Expected cost: $70-$100 per cabinet
Supplies:
- Plywood
- Kreg pocket hole jig
- Drill
- 1 1/4″ pocket hole screws
- Shelf pins
- Cabinet hardware (knobs/pulls)
- Paint or stain
This project is a bit more difficult than some of the others, but it is still doable for most people. It involves cutting plywood to size, adding pocket holes, and assembling the cabinet.
You will also need to add shelf pin holes and build the door.
Tutorial: project.theownerbuildernetwork.co
Expected cost: $70-$100 per cabinet
Supplies:
- 1×4 lumber
- 1×6 lumber
- 1×8 lumber
- 2×4 lumber
- Plywood
- Wood glue
- Wood screws
- Casters (optional)
This project is a great way to add storage to a small kitchen. It is freestanding, sturdy, and stackable, making it perfect for storing canned foods, storage containers, cookbooks, cleaning supplies, and more.
This project is not too difficult to complete and only requires basic woodworking skills.
Tutorial: toolboxdivas.com
Supplies:
- 1/2 inch plywood
- 1×2 lumber
- 1×4 lumber
- Cabinet hardware
- Paint or stain
- Router or pocket hole jig
This project is a great way to add extra storage to your home without taking up too much space. It is perfect for small apartments or homes with limited pantry space.
The cabinet can be easily modified to fit your specific needs and the door can be made using either a router or a pocket hole jig.
Tutorial: jaimecostiglio.com
Expected cost: $70-$100 per cabinet
Supplies:
- 1/2″ plywood
- 1×4 lumber
- 1×2 lumber
- Cabinet hardware
- Paint or stain
- Wood glue
- Nail gun and nails
- Circular saw
- drill
- drill bit
- jigsaw
- clamps
- tape measure
- level
This project is a freestanding kitchen pantry cabinet that you can build yourself with free plans. It is a functional piece of furniture that will provide you with accessible storage and more counter space in your kitchen.
The project is not difficult to complete, but it will take some time and effort.
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