Outdoor Storage Cabinet

July 1, 2011 By

Hey guys!  I’m still working on our outdoor space right now and nothing irks me more than clutter!  Our patio table is usually the collect-all for towels, sun screen, bug spray…you name it!  I looked online for an outdoor storage cabinet and could not find one that I liked under $500!  Yikes!  I headed on over to Ana’s and found plans for a book shelf.

I modified the plans for the shelf measurments to fit our storage needs.

This was a super easy (nap-time) build.  I also built this inside because it is HOT out right now:)

I spaced the first two shelves out this way to fit my hubs TV and cable box.  It will be so nice to hide them in this cabinet;)

I spaced the rest of the shelves out evenly for random storage:)

I predrilled for 2″ screws per Ana’s plans and I also used Gorilla Glue Wood Glue for every joining piece.

I love the trim on the top and it was easy!!!

That’s it for the cabinet… Now for the doors

I chose fence panels to construct the doors so they would match our fence…fun:)

So, that’s all I have for now!  I will be back soon to share the rest of the cabinet!

~Ashley

16 Comments Filed Under: Furniture, Knock-Offs, Uncategorized
  • http://www.TheDiamondE.com Jan

    Girl, you read my mind! An outdoor storage cabinet is exactly what I’ve been thinking about. We don’t have a place for pool supplies, grilling supplies, etc. Can’t wait to see the finished product!

    • Ashley

      Thanks Jan! I know….so sick of clutter! Can’t wait for it to disappear:)

  • Reenie

    Love it ~ girl you are so frickin’ talented =)

    • Ashley

      LOL thank you Reenie:)))

  • http://www.journeythroughaglasshouse.blogspot.com Journey

    What a great idea….I’m thinking the garage for the “grill” stuff, charcoal, mitts, etc! Anxious to see the finished product also. Also liking the tables in the 2nd picture – are those nesting tables? Did you make them?

    • Ashley

      Thanks so much! I can’t wait to have a place for all that junk:) Those are actually bar stools purchased at World Market:))

  • http://stephanie-allthingsbeautiful.blogspot.com/ stephanie

    I can’t wait to see the finished cabinet.

    • Ashley

      Thank you Stephanie:)

  • http://creationsbynancy.typepad.com Nancy

    I love Ana’s site. I found it through your postings. I so love what you do and still waiting to start my first piece. Can’t wait to see this when done. I love the door idea!

    • Ashley

      Thank you Nancy! It is addicting! Good luck on your first build:)

  • http://www.fourjinglebells.blogspot.com Heather Bell

    That is awesome!! Good for you!! I have been thinking of doing make my own tables, arbor, etc. for my yard. PS. Like your dr. pepper door stop!

    • Ashley

      LOL! Thanks you Heather:) Go for it!!!!

  • http://creativeraisins.blogspot.com Lisa @ Creative Raisins

    So far it looks fantastic, I cannot wait to see the finished product

    • Ashley

      Thank you so much Lisa:)

    • Ashley

      Thank you Lisa!

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