36-Inch Unfinished Shaker Base Cabinet
The UB36 is a 36-inch-wide Unfinished 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 UB36 offers an outstanding combination of organized drawer storage and a spacious cabinet below for cookware, countertop appliances, and everyday kitchen essentials.
Why Choose a UB36 Base Cabinet?
The primary reason to choose the UB36 is storage. The wider cabinet provides noticeably more usable space than a
UB33 Base Cabinet
while maintaining the convenience of two separate top drawers for improved organization.
The UB36 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 UB36
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
UB36 vs. UB33
The
UB33 Base Cabinet
is the first cabinet in this series to feature two side-by-side drawers. The UB36 keeps that same organized drawer layout while providing additional cabinet storage below.
If both sizes fit comfortably, we generally recommend the UB36 because the additional width provides greater long-term storage flexibility.
UB36 vs. UB39
A
UB39 Base Cabinet
provides even more storage when the layout allows. The UB36 remains one of our most common recommendations because it offers substantial capacity while still fitting comfortably into many kitchen designs.
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 makes better use of the cabinet's interior while the partial overlay Shaker design complements traditional, Craftsman, farmhouse, and transitional kitchens. The exposed face frame also provides a comfortable place to grip the doors and drawers, making decorative hardware optional.
Built to Last
Built in America, the UB36 features a solid maple face frame, solid maple Shaker doors and drawer fronts with recessed maple plywood center panels, and a durable birch plywood cabinet box. Unlike many mass-produced cabinets, we build our cabinets using premium hardwood and furniture-grade plywood—never MDF, particleboard, or other 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 unfinished maple exterior is ready for paint, stain, or clear coat, while the cabinet interior already includes a clear natural protective finish.
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 UB36 fits both your finished layout and your installation path into the room.
Browse our complete
Unfinished Shaker Base Cabinet Collection
or our
Unfinished Shaker Cabinet Collection
to compare additional cabinet sizes and configurations.
Product Specifications
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Model: UB36
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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 maple
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Doors & Drawer Fronts: Solid maple with recessed maple 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: Premium all-wood 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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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.
Finishing Your Unfinished Maple Cabinet
The unfinished maple exterior can be painted, stained, or clear coated to coordinate with your project. Maple can absorb stain unevenly, so proper preparation with a quality wood conditioner or sanding sealer is recommended before staining.
Before finishing your cabinet, review our
Cabinet Finishing Guide for Unfinished Maple Cabinets.
The cabinet interior already includes a clear natural protective finish and should not be painted or stained.
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 UB36 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 UB36, it's one of the best all-around choices for cookware, countertop appliances, and everyday kitchen storage. Choose a
UB39 Base Cabinet
only when the additional width genuinely improves the layout and you have a clear use for the extra storage.
