How to Build a Sliding Door Tambour Cabinet (DIY)

Introduction

I was always fascinated by the rolltop desk at my grandparents’ house. The way the slats of wood, or tambours, curled out of sight seemed magical.

We designed a stylish cabinet that features two sliding tambour doors. I milled the tambours with a special set of router bits. To assemble the tambours, I used the traditional method of backing them with canvas. I'll show you how. It’s what makes the magic happen!

Tools Required

Materials Required

• 1 quart polyurethane
• 1-1/2" pocket hole screws
• 1/2-in. melamine
• 1/4-in. dowels
• 3/4-in. hardwood
• 8/4-in. hardwood
• Canvas
• Wood glue

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Figure A: Tambour Cabinet

Overall dimensions: 27-5/8-in. H x 21-1/2-in. W x 19-1/2-in. D.

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Figure B: Rabbet Close-Up

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Figure C: Lower Leg

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Figure D: Tambour Track Templates

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Cutting List

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