Do-it-yourself wardrobe in the hallway. 800 photos, drawings, step-by-step instructions
Introducing 30 interesting ideas, how to make a cabinet in the hallway with your own hands with minimal cost. With the onset of cold weather, when a lot of warm clothes appear on hangers, this topic is especially relevant. If you want to create a beautiful interior in the hallway, and at the same time not go broke, use the information provided in the article to make beautiful and functional furniture for your front.
Mostly represented here open wardrobes in the hallway with shelves, hangers and extra drawers for storing shoes. If you want to make a cabinet from scratch, these examples of models with step-by-step photos and drawings will help you decide what to do, how to store and maximize every centimeter of space.
The content of the article:
- Wardrobes in the hallway with hinged doors
- Open closets in the hallway with hangers
- Cabinets in the hallway for shoes
- Corner wardrobe in the hallway
- Hangers with a bench
Open closet in the hallway
Want to create a beautiful interior in the hallway and at the same time not go broke? See an example of how to make it simple and functional. do-it-yourself wardrobe. This is a very simple design, in addition, you can resize it to fit the size of your hallway, use any wood, add a finish of your choice, change the color of the paint, use an alternative panel for the back, or add hooks for clothes that match your decor or need to put more things. When painting, you have more finishes available in different types of wood, because the paint makes everything the same. In this project were used birch, pine and poplar. You can also replace plywood with MDF sheets.
Master class, how to make a cabinet in the hallway with your own hands, see below for step-by-step photos.
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How to make a cabinet in the hallway with your own hands
Although the tools and materials needed for this project will need quite a lot, the results are worth it. At the base of the design are two lower drawers, in the center an open niche for outerwear and umbrellas, as well as four shoe and two upper drawers.
Do-it-yourself wardrobe in the hallway not so difficult. Just assemble the case, install the front frame, make and fix the boxes. Then assemble the back, attach the front frame, the top, and make the final assembly.
Polishing the cabinet and applying finishing touches will take some time, since you need to grind a large surface, fill in the holes and allow time for drying. Full list of materials and tools, as well as detailed instructions you can read on the site. The list of materials is really large, and for sawing the author used a mitral, table and circular saw, in addition to this you will need a drill and clamps. Drawings and assembly order of the cabinet in the hallway, see below for step-by-step photos.
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Do-it-yourself wardrobe in the hallway
Here are the drawings you can assemble do-it-yourself open wardrobe in the hallway. In the drawings, dimensions are in inches, to convert to centimeters, multiply by 2.54.
Dimensions of the cabinet in the hallway: height 50 3/4 "(129 cm), width 30 1/2" (78 cm), depth 12 1/4 "(31 cm)
These drawings are not specific to this cabinet, which is shown in the photo, it's just to present a general view. You can take advantage of the proportions and make your own drawing, according to the sizes that you need for your hallway. Cabinet and base drawer assembly shown separately, so under the gallery you will find two links. This is on one site, but different articles, there you will find detailed instructions with a list of materials and dimensions of parts.
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Sizes of the bottom drawer: width 30 "(76 cm), height 18" (46 cm), depth 24 "(61 cm)
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Wardrobe in the hallway drawings
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DIY swing cabinet
See how to make a neat do-it-yourself wardrobe with doors to the entrance hall. This is not difficult, you just need to collect the wooden boxes and secure the doors purchased in the store, all this can be done over the weekend. Each locker is enoughlarge to fit a coat, backpack, boots, hats. Since this is a modular design, you can do one locker for each family memberincluding a dog (leashes, toys, etc.). Now everyone has a personal place to store things - and responsibility for organizing it. The door with the blinds is made of one of two double doors, which you can buy in almost any furniture store. In any case, before proceeding with the manufacture of the cabinet in the hallway, buy doors. There are many diverse doors. If additional ventilation is needed, use full blinds; if ventilation is not a problem, buy solid doors. They may not be the same as shown in the photo, so you may need to resize the blocks.
Dimensions for this example: width 40 cm, height 205 cm, depth 32 cm
How to make a swing cabinet in the hallwaySee below for step-by-step photos. If this information is not enough, use the link under the gallery and read the detailed instructions on the site.
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Cabinets in the hallway in the whole wall
An example of how to make a kit full-wall wardrobes. This furniture was made in a professional workshop of Marko Studio, a master class is shown here - 30 step-by-step photos with the main points of the assembly process. If you have the proper equipment and experience in woodworking, you can equip your hall with similar furniture. Cabinets look, of course, chic. There is a link under the gallery, if you are interested in the project, you can read more information on the site.
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Wardrobe in the hallway with an open part
Example, how to make a cabinet in the hallway with an open middle part and a pull-out bedside table. A very practical idea, you can carefully remove it when you are not using it and put it forward to take off or put on your shoes. The assembly process is shown in the drawings and divided in two stages, making the cabinet and separately shows how to make a drawer on wheels. This is a modular system, so an example of the manufacture of one section is shown. Instructions and lists of parts with sizes in different articles, so under the gallery you will find two links to the source. In the firsthow to make modules for the cabinet, in the second drawer manufacturing procedure. This is not a complex design that can easily be done with your own hands.
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How to assemble a closet in the hallway
It is comfortable wardrobe in the hallway for outerwearstoring shoes and sections for various things. A bench is installed between the two sections. Ready-made cabinets and paneling make up main components of the project this zone; the rest of the work is just straight cuts and screw fixing. Pre-mounted corners of the corona exclude compound angular cuts, and MDF make this project available for assembly.
The top is fixed using a small amount of building glue on the upper parts of the cabinet and then installed in the desired position. Drill the mounting holes in the doors and install the handles or rods of your choice.
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Open closet in the hallway with a hanger
If your hallway is cluttered with things and does not look attractive, try this project. Shown here how to make an open cabinet in the hallway with your own hands. With a little effort and within a few hours you will have your own elegant and attractive space in the hallway. The dimensions of the front room can be different, in this case, calculations were carried out for a rather narrow corridor. To make a closet in the hallway, which is shown in the photo, you will need boards, seals, paint, a medium-density fiberboard, a drill, wood glue, pocket screws and a few more tools that you probably already have. Just cut the parts of the sizes you need, having previously drilled all the necessary holes, collect everything, then paint.
Step by step photo not much, but if you liked the project, the instructions can be read on the author’s website.
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Cabinet in the hallway with one section
One such cabinet can be used separately or grouped with several other cabinets to create an entire system! Features: two large drawers and a large area. Suitable for two hooks on both sides of the inside of the cabinet. The gallery below shows the assembly order shown in the diagrams, as well as dimensional drawings in inches (1 inch - 2.54 cm). If you have Kreg Jig, make the bezel separately. Drill holes at both ends of the bottom panel (blue on top) and the upper ends of the foot (yellow abovee). Fix the boards with glue and screws. Then use the finishing nails to fix on the front side of the cabinet. If you haven't Kreg jig , you can start by attaching the legs while keeping the outer edges flush. Then attach the lower rungs and finally the crown. Attach the hooks and you're done. Use a jigsaw to cut your legs at an angle, it will be prettier, although you can do as you like. If something is not clear, instructions can be read on the website. In the gallery, under the pictures with drawings, a few photos homemade locker projectsmade according to this instruction.
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Do-it-yourself wardrobe in a small hallway
For a small hallway there are many options for how to equip a cabinet with a hanger. In this case, this is a small niche where a small nicely fit built-in wardrobe with a hanger, a large bench with a niche for shoes in three sections and small shelves on top. The first thing you need to do is draw a planif you don’t want to spoil the boards with wrong cuts. Then you will need several 2 x 4 bars, two sheets of MDF, paint and finishing materials. What you see in the photo is just a rectangular base, consisting of 2x4 boards, just attach it to the wall. Below you see the shape of the bottom of the bench. Attach it to the base on the bottom and screw the supporting parts around the perimeter wall under the top of the bench. Same thing with the top. Measure, make marks, cut the MDF sheet to size, then glue and stick together. Trimming boxes takes a lot of time, but it's worth it to get a pretty shape. Detailed instructions can be found on the website, how to make a closet in the hallway, see below for step-by-step photos.
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Open built-in wardrobe in the hallway
See an example how to make an open built-in wardrobe in the hallway with your own hands into four sections.
The design includes a compartment with hangers for clothes, four lower sections for shoes, four upper lockers and an intermediate niche with three shelves. Best if you decide do it yourself furniture on such a scale break it into stages. Therefore, it is shown separately how to make a bench, upper cabinets and the middle part. The process is shown in step by step photosTrue, it’s not very consistent, rather in separate nuances, so I recommend reading the instructions on the website of the author of this project, it is also divided into three parts, but very detailed.
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See another example 4-section wardrobe
True it separate cupboardand not built into the wall, although the manufacturing process is not much different. The design of the cabinet is so simple that if you work together, you can assemble it in about an hour.
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Open closet with shelves in the hallway
Good entryway, this is a well organized entryway. In order not to spend a lot of money on expensive furniture, make an open wardrobe in the hallway with your own hands with functional drawers for shoes, upper shelves for hats, gloves and other things that tend to accumulate in the most unexpected places. The project is divided into four stages. The first gallery shows how to make the main body with dividers into sections. In this case, there are five of them, you can clearly make as many as you like, depending on the size of the cabinet. See below step-by-step photos where the process is clearly shown in diagrams and drawings.
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The second part shows how to make open shoe racks.
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This is not necessary, but very convenient, especially if you have children. Look how to make separate drawers for shelvesto store personal items.
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And another example, if you want to do bottom drawers for shoes on casters. They can be used instead of the lower shelves. It is not complicated and does not require a major reconstruction of the main building. If you have questions, the instructions can be read on the website.
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Large closet in the hallway
If you have a big family, large closet in the hallway will solve problems with the placement of outerwear and shoes. This is a massive construction, 365 cm wide and 242 cm high. Everything is provided here, each has its own compartment and its own shelf, so there is no confusion. Small baskets are designed for small things that fit in them, for example, hats, gloves. And most importantly, making such a cabinet for the hallway is not at all difficultDon't be scared by the size. Go to the website of the author of the project and read the understandable and detailed instructions. See below the master class on step by step photos..
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Built-in closet with open shelves
Use these step by step photos and instructions to make a built-in wardrobe with shelves for your hallway.
The author of the project does not offer exact dimensions, because the likelihood that your cabinet will be the same exact shape as that shown in this photo is about 0%. You know that every closet, do-it-yourself, looks like a snowflake, there are no two identical ... even if they were made by one master. Also, remember that the photos were not taken by a professional, but hopefully they will help anyway.
- Before you start, remove the skirting boards.
- Then decide where you want to install the cabinet.
- Install the top of the primed MDF (10 cm wide) around the cabinet horizontally to close the bead lid and also to allow room for screwing the hooks.
- When the bead board is installed, make a bench.
- Also note that the placement of the legs is very important, so once again measure everything and decide where you want to install them.
Determine which side of the base is the front of the base and which side is the back (not really critical).
- Then you need to create support on the wall so you can sit.
These are individual points, in short.
You can read the full instructions on the website.
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Wardrobe in the hallway with a bench
If you are looking for simple examples, how to make a closet in the hallway, then this is a great option for a novice master.
In fact, this is a built-in bench with a locker for clothes, the author developed this project for his children. Open niches under the bench Ideal for shoe baskets, and sections of lockers provide children with space for backpacks and jackets.
How to make this small cabinet in the hallway with your own hands is described in detail on the website of the author of the project, just use the link under the gallery. Master class on manufacturing and assembly, see below for step-by-step photos.
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Cabinet in the hallway from the chest of drawers
The idea is ideal for those who have old chests of drawers or wardrobes. You need to disassemble the old furniture and plan what parts can be used for the bottom drawer, bench and sides. If there are insufficient materials or the sizes are not correct, you can always buy several 2x4 boards or medium density fiberboards. And it’s clear that make a closet in the hallway, you should have some skills, you need to get creative, you won’t be able to follow this instruction exactly and during the project you will have to make some changes based on the materials you have. First step to any project is to get a clear picture of the final result. Although, this is easier said than done. For most of us, when we get older, the ability to use the imagination is greatly reduced. We often complicate things, worry about potential outcomes, and let logic block creative thoughts. Just try to become a child for a short time and let your imagination run wild. However, in this case, just see step by step photos and do something similar with your old chest of drawers.
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Do-it-yourself corner cabinet in the hallway
This step-by-step guide will show you how to corner hanger in the hallway with upper shelves and lower shoe cabinets, as well as a comfortable bench - stylish and functional. However, this project is suitable not only for the entrance hall. If you have enough space, such a corner cupboard can be arranged in the bathroom or home laundry. Although this is a laborious project, it is not very difficult. If you do not fully understand step by step photos, the site has detailed instructions, the link is under the gallery. Hanger making divided into two stages. The first part shows how to make a corner bench and frame, in the second - the assembly and installation of the upper shelf. For the project, you can use both boards and MDF boards, at your discretion. See the master class below in a small photo gallery.
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DIY shoe cabinet
Make your hallway simple do-it-yourself shoe cabinet.
It’s very easy to assemble the rack, you can even simplify the designby installing internal cells as you prefer, depending on the number and size of your shoes. The cabinet and shelves in this case are made of birch plywood purebond. Dimensions: 116 cm wide, 83 cm high, 42 cm depth. If you need more space for storing shoes, do not add spaces, and then you can make several cabinets and put them together.
Detailed instructions for the manufacture of this cabinet for storing shoes in the hallway can be found on the author’s website, the link is under the gallery.
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Sliding wardrobe for shoes in the hallway
If you want to do built-in closet in the hallway for shoeslook this is an option. Built-in wardrobes provide plenty of extra storage space. They are quite simple to manufacture and a good project for those who want to develop their skills in carpentry. You'll get experience with pwall, plasterboard fastening, plastering and installation of a set of sliding doors. An entire project costs about $ 150 if you already have the necessary tools.
Built-in wardrobedescribed here is for shoestherefore, it is slightly smaller than the average cupboard, and filled with shelves, not clothes. However, the design is almost the same as most other built-in wardrobes. If you have even minimal skills, it will take two days to assemble the cabinet, and then it will take another week or so for plastering and painting.
This design is intended for full height corner wardrobe and wide enough to fit 10 cm sliding doors (two sliding mirror panels 5 cm wide). All that is needed is two simple frames that can be screwed to the walls, floor, ceiling and each other.
Four shelves 400 mm apart, plus a floor, will provide you with a separate place for shoes for each member of the family. Also added at the top two additional lockers for various little things. You can see the drawing of the built-in cabinet with dimensions on the right in the photo. How to make a closet in the hallway see below for step by step photos.
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Open shoe cabinet in the hallway
Free the floor from shoes, make it simple do-it-yourself open shoe cabinet. This is a simple design that includes convenient shoe boxes of various types and sizes, including slippers and high-top boots. The finished shelf is 117 x 89 x 42 cm and it’s going pretty quickly, and the most time-consuming part is painting. This project great for beginners, since it does not provide for complex connections or special tools.
How to assemble a shoe cabinet is shown below in step-by-step photos.
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Cabinet in the hallway for shoes photo
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Do-it-yourself wardrobe with a hanger to the hallway
Look at this option open cabinet with a hanger in the hallway. Very simple and functional design, a great alternative for expensive furniture.
Cabinet Size 820x400x400 mm, pencil case - 2000x400x400 mm. This is to have an idea of the scale of the design. Of course, you can resize to your needs. Detailed instructions how to make a cabinet in the hallway with your own hands, you can read on the website of the author of this project, there the process is described in detail, and includes a list of necessary materials and parts with dimensions.
Below is a gallery with step by step photos.
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Hanger in the hallway with a drawer
This is a very simple way to equip your hallway, although the results may completely change the appearance of the front. Materials needed for this project include plywood, screws with holes in pockets, wood glue, decorative panels, a drill and paint. To make the new hanger fit easily into the wall, you will need remove baseboards - this is the key to ensure that the whole structure looks beautiful in the hallway. And, of course, the correct use of the decorative component is wicker baskets, hooks, rugs, and the upper decorative bar. How to assemble a hanger with your own handslook at the step by step photos.
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Here is another example hallway hangers with bench, only the top bar has been added. The bench starts with an open plywood box. To make four sides, cut two sheets of plywood with a circular saw. Cut strips on the panel: two 177 cm and two 40 cm. If you have a baseboard, measure the height, and then subtract from the height of the long part of the hanger. This strip becomes the back of the box, shortened so as to lean above the baseboard. Assemble the side panels between the front and rear panels - with glue and screws.
All instructions can be read on the website, the link is under the gallery with step by step photos.
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Entrance bench and wardrobe in the hallway with hooks
Here is a schematic illustration of how to make a small wall cabinet with hooks and a DIY shoe bench.
The dimensions of the bench are: width 122 cm, height 46 cm, depth 36 cm. That is, you will need 1x12 boards, one 365 cm long and another 183 cm. Another 1x4 two meter long board. The dimensions of the hanging cabinet are the same, only take the boards 1x8 245 cm long 3pcs. and one 1x3 and 1x6 182 cm long. A sheet of plywood and 3 double hooks.
How to make a bench and a cabinet, see the diagrams below, the process is shown in stages. After images with drawings shown several photos of the halls made according to this instruction.
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Open wooden wardrobe in the hallway
A great alternative to a conventional cabinet. Probably after visiting the furniture salon with their prices, many people will like this idea. A little unusual, but cheap and functional, maybe not a mirrored sliding wardrobe, but also not a board with carnations on the wall. See below how to make an open closet in the hallway from wooden blocks with your own hands.
For the project you need to cut the details to such dimensions:
- 8 pieces 195 mm x 19 mm x 75 mm
- 11 pieces 175 mm x 19 mm x 38 mm
- 10 pieces 25 mm x 19 mm x 38 mm
- 4 pieces 50 mm x 25 mm x 75 mm.
- About 30 m from 50 mm x 19 mm x 38 mm.
And other things you will need:
- many screws of different sizes
- panel pins (or small nails)
- two metal rods
How to assemble a closet in the hallway
Below you see two sketchesAlthough these are just rough drafts, the images are pretty clear. Etcosto do not forget to use the level and the roulette to make everything level.
Shelves are made with a segment of 50 mm x 19 mm x 38 mm and nailed to the inner railing (as shown in the first figure).
Tools shown on the leftthat you will need to assemble an open cabinet from wooden blocks. The hole that is visible from the side is only half drilled, and the opposite hole is drilled all the way so that you can move the bar (as shown in the last figure). For durability, gratings can be glued together. The upper part of the cabinet is mounted on the wall using an L-shaped bracket and a screw.
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Stretch Cabinet
Need a closet in the hallway, but don’t like the big boxes? No problem do hanging shelves with cables, simple and original. You can buy all the materials in the hardware store.
You will need:
- 2 cables
- Hooks (4 pcs)
- Hooks or wall plugs (for fixing to the ceiling and floor)
- Slings (2 pcs)
- Steel crossbars
First, you must measure the distance between the hooks that you fasten to the ceiling and floor. Hooks in the ceiling should be located symmetrically with hooks in the floor. Make holes next to all four corners of each shelf, as well as at the ends of the crossbar. Then assemble the structure, putting the parts on the cables and fixing with ties. When the construction is ready, hang on the hooks and adjust the levels. Finally, stretch the structure with cords. It is very simple, everything is done intuitively. Hope this information is helpful.
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Wardrobe on the porch
Here you will find out how to make a cabinet rack on the porch with a large do-it-yourself storage box. This is a simple project that can be easily done over the weekend. Such a cabinet is a great way to add an original design to your porch, and the rack can be used for a variety of purposes. For example, the author of the project installed on the panel bulletin board and mailbox. And in the lower drawer you can store anything, starting from children's toys and ending with cleaning equipment. For the project you will need plywood, 1x4 and 1x6 boards, boards, hinges, screws, glue and paint. Do not be afraid to change the design to suit your needs. The assembly order is shown below in step-by-step photos..
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Wardrobe in the hallway sketches
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