A classic three-way split: two roomy door bays each with a shelf, and a drawer block in the middle. The plinth is set back a little so the sideboard seems to float.
What makes this design special
The carcass sits on a plinth whose side panels run to the floor. The width is split into three columns with the drawers a little narrower than the door bays.
Dimensions
- Width 70 7/8″
- Height 30 11/16″
- Depth 17 11/16″
- 11/16″ plywood, 1/4″ back panel
- Plinth 3 9/16″
Panel sizes (cut list)
| Part | Size | Qty | Material | Thickness |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Side | 30 11/16 × 17 11/16″ | 2 | Plywood (birch) | 11/16″ |
| Top / bottom | 69 7/16 × 17 11/16″ | 2 | Plywood (birch) | 11/16″ |
| Back panel | 70 7/8 × 27 3/16″ | 1 | Plywood (birch) | 1/4″ |
| Plinth | 69 7/16 × 3 9/16″ | 1 | Plywood (birch) | 11/16″ |
| Divider | 25 3/4 × 17 1/2″ | 2 | Plywood (birch) | 11/16″ |
| Door | 12 15/16 × 27 3/16″ | 4 | Plywood (birch) | 11/16″ |
| Drawer front | 18 1/16 × 8 11/16″ | 3 | Plywood (birch) | 11/16″ |
| Drawer side | 17 1/16 × 8 1/16″ | 6 | Plywood (birch) | 11/16″ |
| Drawer back | 15 1/2 × 8 1/16″ | 3 | Plywood (birch) | 11/16″ |
| Drawer bottom | 15 1/2 × 16 3/8″ | 3 | Plywood (birch) | 1/4″ |
These are the cut sizes the cabinet designer computes (edge banding and kerf included). For drawers and doors, always check the clearance your own slides and hinges need.
Open this project in the cabinet designer with the button below. You see the cabinet in 2D right away and can change the sizes, material and layout parametrically; the panel sizes and the cutting plan follow along. Rather save it yourself? Download the project file and open it via Open › Load project.
Material and sheets needed
Based on the panel sizes above, this project takes about 2 sheets of 3/4 in (18 mm) plywood and 1 sheet of 1/4 in (6 mm) plywood (back panel). Prices vary by country and store, so check your local supplier; the tool works out the exact number of sheets and can show real prices from its material library.
Make it your own
Every size here is a starting point. For more background, read the guide on building a TV unit and sideboard to size.