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How to add shelves to an existing cupboard

Dray1
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How to add shelves to an existing cupboard

Afternoon,

I am looking to add shelves into and existing cupboard to store appliances (mixer, fryer etc.), shelves will be approximately 460mm x 380mm.  Looking at the existing shelf it is just sitting on some slats around the edges and nailed close to the corners.  Top appears glued on also, no screws or noses can be seen.

 

What would be the best way to get this done?  I was thinking MDF board and right angle brackets, but if I can use MDF boards screwed to the inside of the cupboard as supports that will be fine as well.  Is this a good approach? 

A few questions I need some guidance with.

 

Would I be able to use a multi tool to cut the boards to the required size?

Is MDF boards appropriate or should something else be used? And what thickness?

What can the shelves sit on, timber screw fine?

 

Thanks very much for you help.

Dray

 

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