Hidden Cat Litter Box House

To make the base, lay the table top on a flat work surface. Attach wood dowels to two parallel sides of the table top with a line of wood glue; let dry overnight.

Cut house pieces from plywood using a circular saw. (Note: Based on the measurements of our pictured side table, you will need two rectangle pieces that measure 21 5/8 by 28 inches, plus two triangles that are 21 5/8 inches wide, 26 inches in height and 33.8 inches on each side.) On one of the triangles, cut a 10-inch circle in the center. (Note: This will serve as the "door" to your cat's litter box enclosure.) Use the saw to angle-cut the top and bottom at a 45-degree angle.

Add a line of wood glue to the base of the litter box house along the square dowel and attach the side plywood panels. Add a line of glue along the top seam where the two pieces meet, then use the large door hinges to attach the panels. Use a staple gun to attach the back triangle panel to the side panels.

Attach two small hinges to the door, screwing them onto the front side.

Attach the corner latch hook to the opposite side of the door so that you can secure it closed when in use or open the door to remove and clean the litter box as needed.

Cover the enclosure with a coat of paint and decorate as desired; let dry completely.