FURNITURE
Cabinet Material Estimator: Plywood, Hinges, Edge Band
Enter cabinet width, height and depth to get every part, plywood sheets, edge banding length, hinges and handles, with a cutting layout.
Assumptions used EDIT ▾
Box construction: two full-height sides; top, bottom and shelves fit between the sides; shelves are 20 mm shallower than the carcass; the back covers the full width and height; doors are full overlay with a 3 mm gap. Hinges: 2 per door up to 900 mm tall, 3 up to 1600 mm, 4 above (a common rule of thumb; follow the hinge maker's guidance for heavy doors). Drawers, plinths and legs are not included.
18 MM SHEETS
2sheets · 8×4 ft
- 6 mm back sheets
- 1
- Edge bandingFront edges + all shutter edges
- 8.7 m
- Hinges2 per door
- 4
- Handles
- 2
Parts
| Part | Size (mm) | Qty | Board |
|---|---|---|---|
| Side | 720 × 560 | 2 | 18 mm |
| Top and bottom | 864 × 560 | 2 | 18 mm |
| Shelf | 864 × 540 | 1 | 18 mm |
| Back | 720 × 900 | 1 | 6 mm |
| Shutter | 717 × 447 | 2 | 18 mm |
Cutting layout · 18 mm
How it’s calculated
Sides = height × depth; top, bottom and shelves = (width − 2 × board) × depth; shutters split the width.
Example: A 900 × 720 × 560 mm cabinet with 2 doors in 18 mm board: parts total 2.88 m², too tight for one 8 × 4 sheet, so 2 sheets, 4 hinges and 2 handles.
Questions
How many hinges does a cabinet door need?+
A common rule: 2 hinges up to 900 mm tall, 3 up to 1600 mm, 4 above. Heavy doors may need more; follow the hinge maker.
Estimates for planning, based on the assumptions shown. They are not a guarantee of quantities or professional engineering advice; check critical work with a qualified professional.