Build an Awesome Container for Storing Recyclables!

How to Build a Recycle Bin

I like to recycle, however, a 5 gallon bucket with a lid just did not fit in with my kitchen. I wanted something a bit more cool and at least with a little more style! I came up with this idea and used 1/2″ plywood – in fact, the plywood was a bonus! I special-ordered a couple of sheets of walnut plywood for another project and they were sheathed in two pieces of this plywood! How awesome!! So with these plans, you can build a recycle bin to suit your needs and fit your decor without it sticking out like a sore thumb!

Materials:

• 1/2″ plywood
• Wood glue
• Brad nailer and 3/4″ brad nails
• Saw of your choice
• Square & Pencil
• One set of hinges
• One cabinet pull
• Paint or Stain
• Stencils and acrylic craft paint

Cut List

• 1 – 1/2″ plywood at 7-5/8″ x 11-3/4″ – Bottom
• 2 – 1/2″ plywood at 7-5/8″ x 24″ – Sides
• 2 – 1/2″ plywood at 12-3/4″ x 24″ – Front & Back
• 1 – 1/2″ plywood at 2-1/2″ x 11-3/4″ – Inside Hinge Support
• 1 – 1/2″ plywood at 8-5/8″ x 12-3/4″ – Top
• 1 – 1/2″ plywood at 2-1/2″ x 12-3/4″ – Top Hinge Support

1. Cut the pieces for the bottom and the sides. Assemble as shown using glue and 1″ brad nails.

2. Cut the pieces for the front and back. Attach to the sides and bottom with glue and 1″ brad nails.

3. Since the plywood is thin, the screws for the hinges would go right through the wood so add a 2-1/2″ x 11-3/4″ piece to the inside back. Use glue and clamp until dry.

4. Cut the piece for the top and the top hinge support. Position the top hinge support then secure using glue and 3/4″ brad nails. Install the hinges on the cabinet, then on the lid. Add a cabinet pull if desired.

Finish as desired and stencil something cool on it! I stenciled the word RECYCLE on the front. It is so easy to build a recycle bin – the plans are perfect for all skill levels but if you get stuck, contact me at cher {at} designsbystudioc {dot} com and I would be happy to walk you through it!

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Originally posted 2013-12-23 08:00:44.