36-Inch Lite Gray Shaker Base Cabinet
The GB36 is a 36-inch-wide Lite Gray Shaker Base Cabinet featuring two side-by-side drawers, two doors, and one adjustable shelf. It is one of our most frequently recommended base cabinet sizes because it provides generous storage without feeling oversized in most kitchen layouts.
If your kitchen has room for a 36-inch base cabinet, the GB36 offers an outstanding combination of organized drawer storage and a spacious cabinet below for cookware, countertop appliances, and everyday kitchen essentials.
Why Choose a GB36 Base Cabinet?
The primary reason to choose the GB36 is storage. The wider cabinet provides noticeably more usable space than a
GB33 Base Cabinet
while maintaining the convenience of two separate top drawers for improved organization.
The GB36 is especially useful when you want a large base cabinet capable of handling everyday cookware and appliances without relying on one oversized drawer or several smaller cabinets.
Common Uses for a GB36
The two upper drawers are commonly used for:
- Cooking utensils
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Kitchen towels
- Foil, plastic wrap, and parchment paper
- BBQ tools
- Frequently used kitchen gadgets
The cabinet below is ideal for storing:
- Pots and pans
- Large mixing bowls
- Crock-Pots and slow cookers
- Air fryers
- Small kitchen appliances
- Baking dishes
- Food storage containers
- General kitchen supplies
GB36 vs. GB33
The
GB33 Base Cabinet
is the first cabinet in this series to feature two side-by-side drawers. The GB36 keeps that same organized drawer layout while providing additional cabinet storage below.
If both sizes fit comfortably, we generally recommend the GB36 because the additional width provides greater long-term storage flexibility.
GB36 vs. GB39
A
GB39 Base Cabinet
provides even more storage when the layout allows. The GB36 remains one of our most common recommendations because it offers substantial capacity while still fitting comfortably into many kitchen designs.
Designed for Everyday Kitchens
The Partial Overlay Shaker design complements traditional, Craftsman, farmhouse, and transitional kitchens while maintaining the timeless appearance of framed cabinetry. The exposed solid poplar face frame provides a comfortable grip for opening doors and drawers, allowing decorative hardware to be added whenever you choose—but never requiring it.
Whether you prefer cabinet knobs, pulls, or no hardware at all, the Partial Overlay design offers the flexibility to match your style while remaining practical for everyday use.
Full Access Behind the Double Doors
Our two-door base cabinets are built without a center stile between the doors. When both doors are open, you have full access to the cabinet interior, making it easier to load and remove larger cookware, countertop appliances, and bulky kitchen items.
The unobstructed opening allows you to use the cabinet's full interior width without working around a fixed divider.
Built to Last
Built in America, the GB36 features a solid poplar face frame, solid poplar Shaker doors and drawer fronts with recessed birch plywood center panels, and a durable birch plywood cabinet box. We build our cabinets using hardwood and furniture-grade plywood—never MDF, particleboard, or engineered wood products—for long-term strength, durability, and dependable everyday performance.
Every drawer is constructed with a durable 1/2-inch plywood drawer bottom to support everyday kitchen utensils, cookware, and household items. Soft-close concealed hinges and full-extension soft-close drawer glides provide smooth, quiet operation. The cabinet is factory finished with Sherwin-Williams Lite Gray and arrives ready for installation.
Before You Order
Verify your complete cabinet layout before ordering. Check the available width, neighboring cabinet sizes, appliance clearances, countertop layout, and any fillers required near walls or appliances.
Review our
How to Measure for Cabinets
guide before finalizing your cabinet run. We also recommend reading our
Cabinet Layout & Design Guide
to help avoid common planning mistakes before installation.
Wider cabinets provide more storage, but they are also heavier and require more room to carry, assemble, position, and level. Make sure the GB36 fits both your finished layout and your installation path into the room.
Browse our complete
Lite Gray Shaker Base Cabinet Collection
or our
Lite Gray Shaker Cabinet Collection
to compare additional cabinet sizes and configurations.
Product Specifications
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Model: GB36
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Width: 36 inches
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Height: 34.5 inches
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Depth: 24 inches
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Configuration: Two drawers and two doors
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Shelf: One adjustable shelf
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Door Style: Partial Overlay Shaker
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Face Frame: Solid poplar
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Doors & Drawer Fronts: Solid poplar with recessed birch plywood center panels
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Cabinet Box: Birch plywood
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Drawer Bottoms: 1/2-inch plywood
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Center Stile: None – full cabinet opening for easier access
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Construction: No MDF, particleboard, or engineered wood products
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Hardware: Soft-close concealed hinges and full-extension soft-close drawer glides
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Finish: Sherwin-Williams Lite Gray
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Assembly: Ready-to-Assemble pocket screw construction
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Toe Kick: Individual toe kick included
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Origin: Made in America
Installing multiple base cabinets? Consider using a
96-inch Toe Kick
for a continuous finished appearance.
Assembly
The cabinet ships Ready-to-Assemble using our pocket screw construction system for fast, accurate assembly. Pocket screw construction creates a strong cabinet while simplifying installation for both homeowners and professional installers. The doors arrive pre-hung, and complete assembly instructions are included.
Professional Recommendation
The GB36 is one of the base cabinet sizes we recommend most often. It provides generous storage, two organized drawers, and a large unobstructed cabinet opening without becoming oversized for most kitchens.
If your layout comfortably accommodates a GB36, it's one of the best all-around choices for cookware, countertop appliances, and everyday kitchen storage. Choose a
GB39 Base Cabinet
only when the additional width genuinely improves the layout and you have a clear use for the extra storage.
