The main step in converting a dresser to a diy kitchen island is to remove the top.
Build your own kitchen dresser.
Rockler has a free kitchen island plan that uses pre built cabinet panels for the sides and a butcher block from the top.
Written instructions color photos and a pdf download of the blueprint and material list will make build this kitchen island a breeze.
Learn how to build a diy rustic dresser with this step by step video tutorial.
The designer bought this dresser on craigslist for 100 and then painted it a color to match the kitchen.
Old dressers are great for repurposing but have you thought of repurposing any of these 80 items.
Here s a diy kitchen island made from an old dresser with wheels for easy mobility.
Use one of these free diy dresser plans to build a beautiful dresser or chest that will add a whole new layer of style to your room.
Finally i cut the top for the dresser and the build was almost done.
I cut the top 20 x 56 to allow for a one inch overhang on both sides and a one inch overhang on the front.
Also visit my blog for the free printable pdf plans and photo tutorial.
Dressers make great conversion pieces because they offer tons of drawer space.
To attach i applied wood glue along the top of the dresser then placed the top on and made sure everything was centered with 1 on each side.