Often we need to build drawers when making furniture.
This article will described how to build a simple drawer unit that can be
used in a variety of furniture applications. The drawer technique being
describe is simple construction but useful for all home made furniture and
projects that need a drawer.
This drawer design may be use with roller guides (blum)
mounted on the sides that can be purchased from a Home Center or hardware
store. The drawer guides are sold in different lengths to fit different
length drawers. Depending on the roller glide use the width of the drawer
box will have to accommodate the glide thickness in the drawer bank.
Determine the size of the drawer by making it 1 inch
smaller in width and height than the drawer opening. Note: It's a
good idea to make your drawer a few inches shorter than the total depth you
have to work with.
If using oak or birch plywood you may want to finish
the edge. See the following tip for more details:
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Step 1:
Set the table saw fence to correct location and rip all the drawer parts.
Make sure to orient the wood grain in the direction is the most appealing to
you. This drawer was built from 3/4" oak plywood. |
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Step 2:
Mark all the drawer part and cut all pieces with the miter gauge to the
proper length. |
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Step 3:
Set the fence at about 1/2" from the blade and cut the drawer bottom groove
into each piece. For table saws not equipped with a dado blade, multiple
passes will be required.
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Step 4:
Cut the drawer bottom to the proper size. Allow 1/16" on each size for wood
movement. For this drawer 1/4" hardboard was used. Hardboard makes a good
smooth drawer bottom. |
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Step 5:
Clamp the drawer side piece and inside piece together to stabilize. Secure
the drawer with two #6 1 1/2" screws. It is always a good idea to pre-drill
before. |
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Step 6:
Clamp the other drawer side piece to the inside piece that is already
attached to the other side piece. Secure the drawer side with two #6 1 1/2"
screws. Once secured insert the drawer bottom in the drawer groove. |
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Step 7:
Insert the last drawer piece in place and check for squareness. Secure the
drawer side with two #6 1 1/2" screws. You have just built a simple but
solid drawer box.
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