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Bookcase Door Cut List Calculator
Generate a custom cut list for your DIY hidden bookcase door project based on your exact doorway dimensions. Get precise measurements, material costs, and construction plans.
Hidden Bookcase Door Calculator
Door Dimensions
Enter the dimensions of your door opening. These measurements will be used to calculate your material needs.
Recommended: 30-36 inches
Recommended: 80 inches (standard door height)
Recommended: 3-6 shelves depending on door height
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Sizing Tips
- Standard interior door height is 80"
- Standard door width is 30-36"
- Ensure your dimensions account for trim and casing
- The calculator will adjust cut sizes accordingly
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Free Custom Cut List Calculator
This free hidden bookcase door calculator generates a custom cut list from your exact doorway width, height, shelf count, and material selections. Use it before buying lumber so the bookcase case, face frame, back panel, and shelves match your opening instead of relying on someone else's dimensions.
Reference ranges
Standard Bookcase Door Measurements
Standard Door Opening
- Width: 30-36 inches (standard interior door)
- Height: 80 inches (standard door height)
- Clearance needed: 1" on sides, 1.5" on height
Bookcase Dimensions
- Depth: 7-8 inches total
- Recommended shelves: 4-5 for standard height
- Standard wood: Poplar for frame, cabinet-grade plywood for construction
For a completely custom cut list based on your exact measurements, use the interactive calculator above.
Baseline shopping list
Standard Materials List
Lumber & Plywood
- 2 sheets of 3/4" cabinet-grade plywood
- 1 sheet of 1/4" plywood for back panel
- 2-3 poplar 1x2 boards (8' length)
- 1 poplar 1x4 board (8' length)
Hardware
- Tambee pivot hinges
- Chain bolt for latch mechanism
- Decorative hollow book (for pull)
- 16 gauge wire for pull mechanism
- Wood glue, screws, and brad nails
Ready to build?
Take the custom cut list back to the full hidden door guide.
Get step-by-step instructions, hinge guidance, latch details, and the full build sequence in the comprehensive hidden bookcase door guide.