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Everything you need to build Alcove Cabinets
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Stanley Tylon Tape Measure 5m
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This is the wall unit I bought, it's 1000mm wide which was perfect but you'll need to measure for your space.
Wickes Ohio Navy Shaker Wall Unit - 1000mm
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This won't be on show, so any stud work timber will do.
Wickes Studwork CLS Timber - 38 x 63 x 2400mm
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General Purpose MDF Sheet - 18 x 1220 x 2440mm
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You'll need lots a screws of different sizes, but they will all be wood screws and countersunk ones
Spax Pz Countersunk Yellox Screws - 4x40mm Pack Of 200
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Ryobi is a great brand, they're reliable and easy to use. This is a starter kit so it comes with batteries and a charger. Once you have a Ryobi battery, it fits all ryobi tools.
Cordless BMC Combi Drill Starter Kit | RYOBI 18V ONE+™ RPD18-2C20B
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A screwdriver set is so handy and you'll definitely need them for a big project like this
Stanley STHT0-62151 6 Piece Screwdriver Set
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I used Easipanel tongue and groove panelling at the back and I love the results
Tongue and Groove MDF Wall Panel - 1522 x 516mm
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I always use skirting 4 u for all my skirting as it comes in so many sizes and finishes!
Ogee MDF Skirting Board
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Got to make sure everything is level!
General Use Aluminium Spirit Level - 600mm
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This is the exact chop saw I have and I love it. It's great for projects like this and is at a lower price point
Evolution R185SMS+ 185mm Multi-Material Sliding Mitre Saw 230V
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If you're getting both a track saw and a chop saw - make sure the blade is same size so you only ever have to buy one size
Evolution R185CCSX+ 185mm Multi-Material Track Compatible Circular Saw 230V
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