If your cutting boards keep sliding around in your cabinets, this project will make your kitchen feel calmer and more organized. A cutting board holder on the inside of a cabinet door keeps everything upright, easy to grab, and out of sight. The best part is that you can build it in an afternoon with basic tools.
What You Need
You do not need fancy equipment. Most people have these items on hand or can get them at any hardware store.
- Tape measure
- Pencil
- Drill
- Screws
- Wood glue
- Sandpaper
- Small wood boards or trim pieces
- Optional: paint or clear finish
Step 1: Measure Your Cabinet Door and Cutting Boards
Open the cabinet and measure the inside of the door. Determine the height at which you want the holder to sit. Keep enough space at the bottom so the door can still close without hitting anything inside.
Measure your cutting boards too. You want the holder to sit high enough that the boards do not hit the bottom when you slide them in.
Measure your cutting boards too. You want the holder to sit high enough that the boards do not hit the bottom when you slide them in.
Step 2: Cut Your Wood Pieces
You will build a simple U shaped frame.
Cut two vertical pieces for the sides and one horizontal piece for the base. The base should be slightly wider than your thickest cutting board. Sand any rough edges to keep the finish smooth.
Cut two vertical pieces for the sides and one horizontal piece for the base. The base should be slightly wider than your thickest cutting board. Sand any rough edges to keep the finish smooth.
Step 3: Assemble the Frame
Place the vertical pieces on the sides of the base to form a small open box. Add a thin line of wood glue where the pieces meet. Screw the sides into the base to hold everything tight. Let the glue dry.
Step 4: Add a Front Rail
To keep the boards from sliding out when the door swings open, add one narrow rail across the front. This can be a simple trim piece. Attach it with glue and two small screws.
Step 5: Paint or Seal the Wood
You can leave the wood natural or add paint or clear finish to match your kitchen. A quick coat of clear sealant keeps it easy to wipe down.
Step 6: Mount the Holder on the Cabinet Door
Hold the finished frame against the inside of the cabinet door. Check that it is level. Mark where the screws should go.
Drill pilot holes to avoid splitting the wood, then screw the holder into the door. Test the door to make sure it opens and closes without resistance.
Drill pilot holes to avoid splitting the wood, then screw the holder into the door. Test the door to make sure it opens and closes without resistance.
Step 7: Load Your Cutting Boards
Place your boards into their new home. They should sit upright and snug, but still slide in and out without effort.
This small project brings order to a space that is often overlooked. A cutting board holder makes your kitchen feel cleaner and gives you one less thing to shuffle through every day. It is simple, practical, and satisfying to use.