DIY- Creating Custom Modern Cabinet Legs for Your Furniture

Are you looking to update your furniture or add a touch of modern style to your home? Building custom cabinet legs is a great way to change the look of your existing furniture or create unique pieces. This DIY project is perfect for intermediate woodworkers and can be completed in a weekend.

Gather Your Materials

Before you start, you’ll need to gather your materials. For this project, you will need:

1×6 pine boards (cut to the desired length of your legs)

2×2 pine boards (cut to the desired height of your legs)

Wood glue

1-inch wood screws

Sandpaper

Drill

Circular saw or miter saw

Clamps

Building the Legs

1. Cut the 1×6 boards to the desired length. The length of your legs will depend on the height of your furniture and the style you want.

2. Cut the 2×2 boards to the desired height. The height of your legs will also depend on the height of your furniture and the style you want.

3. Assemble the legs. Apply wood glue to the edges of the 1×6 boards and then clamp them to the 2×2 boards. Drive 1-inch wood screws through the 1×6 boards and into the 2×2 boards to secure them.

4. Sand the legs. Once the legs are assembled, sand them smooth. You can use a sanding block or an orbital sander.

5. Finishing the legs. You can finish the legs with paint, stain, or polyurethane.

Attaching the Legs to Your Furniture

1. Position the legs on your furniture. Place the legs in the desired location on your furniture and mark the location of the screw holes.

2. Drill pilot holes. Drill pilot holes for the screws. This will help to prevent the wood from splitting.

3. Attach the legs. Drive 1-inch wood screws through the pilot holes and into the legs.

Tips for Building Custom Cabinet Legs

Use a level to make sure that your legs are straight.

If you are using paint or stain to finish your legs, be sure to apply it evenly.

You can add decorative details to your legs, such as trim or molding.

If you are building legs for a heavy piece of furniture, you may want to use thicker boards.