How to assemble a corner cabinet with your own hands?

Corner cabinets are great for small spaces. They combine compactness, convenience and spaciousness. Let's talk about how to assemble a corner cabinet with your own hands, especially since it is not at all difficult. Having completed this work yourself, you will save a significant amount on the services of a master furniture maker.

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Features of work

Before assembling a corner wardrobe, you need to determine the specifics of the work:

• Firstly, there is always the risk of any errors during the assembly process. Especially if this is your first time doing it. In this case, there can be no question of any guarantee.
• Secondly, be sure to pay attention to the instructions that came with your closet. This document significantly reduces the likelihood of operational errors. If there is no detailed instruction, you can download a similar one from the Internet.
• Thirdly, be prepared for the fact that the time costs are considerable. If you do not have skills in carpentry, the assembly may take several days.

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Classification

There are several modifications of corner cabinets. Choose the most suitable option for yourself, depending on how the furniture is located in the room. So, the possible configuration options:

• Trapezoid. Trapezoidal cabinets are usually installed in niches. Shelves of this design also have a trapezoidal shape. Trapezoidal furniture is not very popular.
• Triangle. For a small room, this option is optimal. In fact, the design occupies one corner, since there are no side walls.
• Diagonal. The diagonal cabinet is equipped with only one door and wall. Side shelves allow you to place a large number of a wide variety of things.

Important! Like linear, corner cabinets are built-in or cabinet. The built-in cabinet is stationary. Since the structure uses a ceiling, floor, and walls, it cannot be moved to another location. The advantage of the cabinet structure is the ability to change the location of cabinet furniture.

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Design

Before you start the assembly, make a project. Best of all, a corner cabinet assembly scheme is obtained using special computer programs. There are good free programs on the Internet that greatly simplify drawing up. The program performs all the necessary calculations on its own and provides the user with a complete set of necessary information.

You can make a drawing or sketch on a plain paper sheet. You need to have a clear idea of ​​how the design will look. Look at the photos posted on the Internet - maybe you can choose something acceptable for yourself.

Important! Consider factors such as the dimensions of individual parts, the width of the back wall, the capacity of the internal space, the location of the drawers, rods, shelves, etc.

Separately think over a design of a door - oar or sliding. The sliding structure is mounted on guides, the hinged - on the canopies.

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Materials and Tools

After you have thought through all the details of the design, you can begin to work. Accessories and the entire set of materials can be purchased in specialized stores. Sawing can be ordered from professionals or do it yourself. Pay particular attention to the choice of fittings so that it can withstand significant loads.

From the tools you will need:

• Claw hammer.
• Screwdriver.
• A set of hex keys.
• Hammer (it is useful if you want to mount the cabinet to the wall).
• Hacksaw. It is indispensable if any part needs to be filed.

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Build algorithm

So, all the preparatory work has been carried out, you can begin to assemble the corner cabinet. The above algorithm is suitable for assembling different types of corner cabinets:

1. Verify all details with the drawing. It is especially convenient when the store gives out finished detailing of the product. Appreciate the quality of the elements of future furniture.
2. Attach the legs to the bottom of the furniture.
3. Attach the side walls to the bottom. It is most convenient to use confirmations for this purpose - special fasteners for screeding wooden products.
4. Carefully drill the dowel grooves in the sides.
5. Treat the dowels with glue. This is necessary so that the fasteners fix the parts more firmly.

Important! It is best to use PVA as an adhesive composition - it is safe, durable and reliable.

Place the top of the structure on the partitions. If you want the cabinet to fit under the ceiling, reposition the legs until the cabinet roof hits the ceiling.

1. Attach the back wall.
2. Mount guides or hinges depending on which door design you have chosen.
3. Arrange the interior space. Mount drawers, shelves and fittings.
4. Install the facade of the structure.

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Stock footage

The cabinet is ready, you can use it! Comfortable and ergonomic design will delight your family. We hope this task was feasible for you.