Tall Double Dog Kennel TV Stand DIY Plans
Designed to comfortably house two large sized dogs (30” headroom), while keeping them separated. Each bay fits a standard large dog bed. This is the perfect showpiece for the living room, and can be stained or painted to match rest of the furniture. You can choose to add 2 or 4 drawers to this design. This build requires basic woodworking tools including pocket-hole jig, miter saw, screw driver, and wood glue.
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Material and Cut List
(1) 2×4 – 10′-0″
(2) 2×4 – 8′-0″
(7) 1×3 – 10′-0″
(7) 1×6 – 10′-0″
(1) 1×6 – 8′-0″
(4) 1×8 – 8′-0″
(2) 1×2 – 10′-0″
(2) 1×2 – 8′-0″
(4) 3/4″ Plywood – 41 1/8″ x 25 1/2″
(28) 3/8″ Diameter Rebar – 30″
(6) 3/8″ Diameter Rebar – 25″
Rust-Oleum Epoxy Metal Paint
HARDWARE
– (4) 3″ T-Hinge Hardware
– (4) 3″ Barrel Bolts
– (4) 5″ Bar Drawer Handles
– 1 1/4″ Pocket Screws
– 2 1/2″ Pocket Screws
– 3/8″ Dowels
PROJECT TOOLS
– Tape Measure
– Pocket-hole Jig
– Cordless Drill
– Miter Saw / Circular Saw
– Screwdriver
– Sandpaper or Sand Block
– Refer to the woodworking tool guide for more information
Step 1
First, cut the 2×4 lumbers per cut list dimensions. The bottom frame is made from two 86 1/2” 2×4’s and five 22” 2×4’s. Arrange the 2×4’s per layout below. You can use wood glue to assemble each lumber first. Then, drill pocket-holes and use 2 1/2” size screws to secure in place.
Step 2
Next, cut 1×3 lumbers per cut list for the front facing panel. You will need two 84 1/2” 1×3’s, five 28” 1×3’s, and ten 30” rebar. Drill dual pocket-holes on both ends of the 28” 1×3’s. Only screw into the bottom lumber first. Then, drill 3/8” diameter holes (1” depth) into both the top and bottom lumber to fit the rebar.
Before installing the metal rebars in place, you will need to prepare and paint them to avoid rusting. The best type of pet-friendly paint for metal is the Rust-Oleum Specialty Epoxy Spray Paint, which is ideal for refinishing metal surfaces and provide a durable finish. Don’t worry, this process is simple! You can first clean the metal rebars of any dirt or rust, then spray two coats of the epoxy paint directly onto the rebars. Allow 2-4 hours to complete dry before installing them on the kennel doors.
Build the side and center divider panels with the same process. Then, secure the vertical face panels to the base using 3/8″ dual pocket screws.
Step 3
Floor panels and top shelf panels will be identical, so you can make 2 set of this. Cut the 3/4” plywood per dimensions below. Place directly on top of the bottom frame, use 2 1/2” screws to secure into the bottom frame.
Step 4
Next, cut the 1×3 lumbers per cut list for the door panels. You will need two 18” 1×3’s, two 23” 1×3’s, and three 25” rebar, per door. Two sets of doors total. Similar to the previous panels, drill dual pocket-holes on both ends of the 1×3’s. Only screw into the bottom lumber first. Rebar spacing is 3 1/4” O.C. adjust per your dog’s size. Complete cut and dimensions available in the PDF plan version.
Step 5
The back panel is made up of seven 84 1/2” 1×6’s. Drill pocket-holes per location indicated, then glue and secure in place with 1 1/4” screws. You can also use other lumber sizes or 3/4” plywood to build this 84 1/2” x 38 1/2” back panel.
Step 6
Measure the cut ten 1×6’s to 25 1/2” and five 1×3’s to 4”. Refer to the dimensions below for the exact placements. This will create four identical 18” drawer bays. Drill 3/8” pocked holes and secure with wood screws. Fill with 3/8” dowel where visible.
Step 7
Next, we will use 1×6’s, 3/4” and 1/4” plywood to build out the drawer. Leave 1/2” gap between the drawer box for drawer slides. Cut the drawer panels and use 1 1/4” pocket screws to secure together, attached 1/4” plywood to the bottom with nails.
Complete drawer build instructions available in the PDF plan version.
Step 8
Next, cut four 1×8’s (you can use 2×8’s if you want a thicker table top) to 86 1/2” length for the table top. Drill pocket-holes as indicated in the layout below, then use 1 1/4” screws to secure in place. Pocket-hole side will face the bottom side. You can also construct the table top using other lumber sizes or plywood, as long as the overall dimensions are the same.
Step 9
Before staining or painting your completed kennel, sand down the wood surface until it is a fine texture. The best type of stain for furniture is oil-based stains. Oil-based stains will penetrate deeper and give it a finer finish, but takes longer time to dry. To paint your kennel, use either a satin or semi-gloss finish in either a latex or an oil based paint. Prime the surface first and let dry, then apply coats of the paint of your choice.
Attach the doors with 3″ T-Hinge Hardware on top and bottom hinge location. Then, install 3″ Barrel Bolts to complete the doors. I found both of these hardware that fits the dimensions on Amazon, links below for reference:
3″ T-Hinge Hardware: https://amzn.to/3KjrpsJ
3″ Barrel Bolts: https://amzn.to/3TcPpBR
Finally, add 5″ black metal bar drawer handles, on center with each drawer face.
5″ Bar Drawer Handles (5 pack): https://amzn.to/3A53OHd
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