DIY cabinet under the stairs

Home sweet home, this is an immense space for expressing your imagination. Fortunately, the construction market offers a huge amount of materials for creating a dream home. Any owner with a sufficient number of square meters can turn a fairy tale into reality. In this article, we will consider an option for a multi-storey building and a multi-level apartment. The space under the flight of stairs does not have to be empty, you can save space and make a cabinet under the stairs with your own hands

Staircase closet to the second floor - features

Such a stylistic decision in the interior as a cabinet under the stairs requires careful selection of the option. It is important to think through the internal and external appearance, since there may not be any opportunities to re-equip the space.

Constructive versions:

• Shelves.
• Closet.
• Glass showcase.
• The usual closet.
• With drawers.
• Headset
• Combined options.

REFERENCE. An interesting option for the constructive solution of a large space under the stairs, you can create a mini-cabinet.

Advantages and disadvantages of construction

Like any additional element in the house, there are advantages and disadvantages.

Pros:

• Extra storage space for household items.
• It gives exclusivity to the interior.
• The ability to hide items that are not in constant use (skates, skis, bicycles).

But in each barrel of honey there is a fly in the ointment.

Minuses:

• Designing will take more time.
• The time consuming process.
• The safety of the flight of stairs.

A cabinet under the stairs is a smart solution that will save square meters for storing both trifles and overall things.

REFERENCE. The space under the stairs can be a continuation of the kitchen space. This opening can be used as a headset.

How to make a cabinet under the stairs with your own hands

The space under the staircase can be used as a simple cabinet, and if you show a little imagination, then this corner can become a mini-cabinet, and a library, and a wine exhibition.

REFERENCE. A great option is to simply create a relaxation area under the stairs, put a cozy sofa and a coffee table.

Necessary materials

The selection of materials for the arrangement of the staircase must be approached not only creatively, but also constructively. It is worth paying attention to materials tested over the years: glass, wood, metal. Wood will serve as a frame for the cabinet, metal is a great option for furniture, and glass is a great variation for decoration.

REFERENCE. An alternative and cheap option for replacing wood chipboard and MDF.

Step-by-step instruction

Consider a simple do-it-yourself cabinet.

1. It is necessary to take detailed measurements of the stairwell and create a drawing of the future cabinet on them. The work is facilitated by the fact that the side and back are already there, the ladder itself serves as this segment.
2. Selection of a working tool and preparation of space for work. The floor is covered with a film to prevent damage. The inventory includes: building materials, a jigsaw, a drill, a screwdriver, accessories, and a ruler, pencil, tape measure.
3. Preparation of building materials requires accuracy and accuracy. Strictly observe all dimensions according to the prepared drawing.
4. The interior space can be decorated with wallpaper or simply painted. Also a good panel option.
5. To create sections, we install internal partitions.
6. We mark with a marker the places of fastening of future shelves.
7. The most difficult stage is the installation of doors, it is best to entrust to professionals.
8. Doors and shop windows are decorated prior to installation.
9. The final stage is filling the cabinet with built-in elements.

Of course, at first glance, self-assembly of a niche is simple and easy. But in fact, it is best to turn to specialists. They will do all the work efficiently and for a long time. If you are confident in your abilities, then approach the implementation of plans seriously and thoughtfully. Since in case of an error, the ability to redo the stairwell may not work even for professionals.