How to Build a Hidden Trash Can Cabinet
![DIY Hidden Trash Can Cabinet](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/video/0/02/023/0239/0239962.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.1280.720.85.suffix/1661820242351.jpeg)
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![Trash Can Cabinet a cabinet with a door that opens to a hidden trash can](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-final-2.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.347.85.suffix/1442605701274.jpeg)
Materials and Tools:
- (2) 18” x 6’ x 3/4” edge-glued panels
- (1) box 1-1/4” finish nails
- saw
- wood glue
- wood filler
- 220-grit sandpaper
- stain or paint
- clear matte polyurethane
- (1) cabinet pull or knob
- (1) 12” continous piano hinge
- drill
- nail gun
Measure and Cut All Wood
Measure and cut the edge-glued panels. For the door, measure 17-1/2" x 25 1/4", measure 17-1/4" x 10" for the interior bottom, measure 4" x 10" for the supports, measure 13" x 27" for the sides and 13" x 17-3/4" for the top and bottom.
![Measure wood piece at 25 inches.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-measure-wood.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1442605701909.jpeg)
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![Measure and draw a line on a wood piece to make a cabinet.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-draw-line.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1442605701560.jpeg)
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![Cut wood to make a trash can cabinet.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-cut-wood.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1442605700992.jpeg)
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![](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-wood-pieces.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1442605702524.jpeg)
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Build Cabinet Frame
Dab a little glue on the edges of the wood pieces to secure the top, bottom and sides together. Nail everything together. Take scrap pieces of wood, and cut to 17-3/4” for the back of the cabinet. Attach with glue and nails.
![Apply glue to wood pieces to create cabinet base.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-apply-glue.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1442605703421.jpeg)
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![Assemble cabinet frame using wood glue and a nail gun](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-assemble-frame.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1442605702967.jpeg)
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![Create cabinet frame by attaching wood pieces using a nail gun.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-nail-frame.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1442605702447.jpeg)
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![Attach back supports to cabinet frame.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-attach-back-supports-1.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1442605697314.jpeg)
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![Attach cabinet backing using a nail gun.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-attach-back-supports-2.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1442605698081.jpeg)
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Assemble Door
Take the 17-1/2" piece, and attach it flush with the bottom of the door piece with glue and nails. Attach the tray supports (4” x 10” pieces) to each side. Fill all holes with wood filler, and allow everything to dry for 24 hours.
![Attach tray supports to cabinet door.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-attach-tray-supports-1.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1442605700223.jpeg)
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![Attach tray supports to cabinet door.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-attach-tray-supports-2.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1442605700919.jpeg)
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![Apply wood filler to all nail holes.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-apply-wood-filler.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1442605697574.jpeg)
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Sand and Stain
Use 220-grit sandpaper to sand all sides of the cabinet until smooth, and wipe everything down with a damp cloth. Apply stain and wipe excess with a rag to allow grain to show through. Let dry. Apply clear polyurethane, and let dry.
![Sand cabinet frame using 220-grit paper.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-sand.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1442605702499.jpeg)
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![Apply stain to the cabinet using a paintbrush.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-apply-stain.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1442605698753.jpeg)
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![Wipe excess stain from cabinet to allow wood grain to show through.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-wipe-excess-stain.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1442605702499.jpeg)
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![Apply polyurethane to cabinet.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-apply-polyurethane.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1442605697608.jpeg)
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Attach Hinge
Attach the piano hinge to the bottom of the door. Attach the door to the cabinet, making sure the bevel sits flush with the edge of the cabinet. Add a chain to prevent the door from swinging all the way open.
![Attach a piano hinge to the bottom of the door.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-attach-piano-hinge.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1442605700032.jpeg)
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![Attach door to cabinet frame using a piano hinge.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-attach-door.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1442605698868.jpeg)
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![Attach chain to door using a drill.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-attach-chain-1.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1442605698481.jpeg)
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![](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-attach-chain-2.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1442605699182.jpeg)
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Install Knob
Install a knob or handle to the top center of the door using a drill.
![Measure the top center of the cabinet to mark knob location.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-attach-knob-1.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1442605700227.jpeg)
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![Drill hole in cabinet door before attaching knob.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-attach-knob-2.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1442605699492.jpeg)
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![Attach knob to the center top of the cabinet.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-attach-knob-3.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1442605700081.jpeg)
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![Make a cabinet to hide your unsightly trash can.](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2015/9/18/0/Original_Danmade-trash-cabinet-final-1.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.347.85.suffix/1442605700954.jpeg)