Master Class for Professional Grade Cabinet Drawers
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Learn how to cut birch plywood into precision parts with sturdy, attractive joinery to make professional quality drawers. A mindful process, accurate cuts and precise joinery are essential for professional results on birch plywood drawers. This Master Class is the longest video to date here at Next Level Carpentry taking almost 30 hours to film, edit and produce so I hope viewers benefit enough from the effort to be worth it to both them and myself. Enjoy!
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Great video, Matt! Is there a reason you wait to diverge the front and back of the drawer boxes until after cutting the dados, rabbits, and tenons? Can I cut the backs to final size at the start, not cut the dado, and save a little bit of stock?
Good eye for efficiency and detail Andrew. I think the only drawback to the sequence you ask about is that you'll need to keep track of those parts starting earlier in the process. It's probably worth it and, in some cases, the little extra stock you'd save might make the difference of not having to buy a whole extra sheet so, by all means, go for it! Keep in mind that you need to make sure the width of the backs matches the top of the dado on the other 3 drawer pieces to get a good fit of the drawer bottom. It's not that hard to do, as long as you're mindful of it.
Thanks for watching and commenting on this one!
Best,
Matt
@@NextLevelCarpentry Thanks for the reply! Something I just learned trying to do this is that you have to consider that your 1/4" dado for the bottom is not going to be exactly 1/4", more likely a bit smaller. So if you cut your back exactly 3/4" shorter than the front (1/2" clearance + 1/4" dado) you might end up with a back piece that's too short. Using the dado as a mark for cutting the back to size is actually a really convenient way to get a good fitup if you don't mind losing a little bit of stock per drawer. You can also raise the blade at the end of the dado cutting (38:00) and make the cut there.
@@Contrail4 Spot on! It's an easy enough problem to work around as long as you're paying attention like you are. Another aspect of it is that, usually, I find that any material savings are a moot point and the only actual result is that the leftover scrap/offcuts I throw away at the end of the project are just a little smaller. But, once in awhile, it means the difference between using .98% of one sheet or 1.08% of a 2nd one which makes a parsimonious approach to cutting drawer backs totally worth it! 🤓
you mention that you get a lot of slack for going long bc of the detail you go into in the videos. please dont let that be a deterrent to you making the same type of videos you have been putting out. yeah, we live in an impatient society and i myself am not the most patient. but the fact is that you are in essence giving a woodworking class. Its the most informative, in depth tutorials out there. If you want to learn a technique or best practices, its your channel that you should turn to. Thank you for the time you put in providing this educational information. Dont think ppl truly understand sometimes how much work goes into providing the content you do.
Yours is the sort of comment that makes my day, Jake... thanks for watching and taking the time to post a comment with such a grateful tone. You're quite welcome for the time invested because hearing from viewers like you is a large part of the reason I keep on keepin' on producing 'deep in the weeds' videos! Best, Matt
There is a big difference videos that go long because the creator likes the sound of his own voice and those that are long because the creator has a lot of useful tips to share. Several of the tips here would have saved me from grief on past projects.
@@NextLevelCarpentry you have a fan here also...no problems watching this length of video from start to finish, especially as I am learning how to do things right, not quick. The extra tips and explanations really help to impart your genuine skills and experience. Thank you Matt. 😊
@@hardastern5447 you're sure welcome... thanks for watching and commenting here... Best, Matt
I’ve noticed a lot lately so many people making these videos make comments about their audience not giving them a bad time about one thing or another. I say if you don’t like the video move on and keep rude comments to yourself, but anyone can say anything and not be held accountable. Unless someone is doing something unsafe or you can add something useful. Be a different story if they were face to face. And you made a good point, this guy is basically giving a woodworking class for free.
Hey man, you mentioned that you're known for over-talking things. I appreciate that. That's a good thing. I'd really enjoy running a few months of jobs with you. These videos are the next best thing.
A quote for my Grandpa, "Watch and learn from other people's mistakes, you won't have enough time in life to make them all yourself."
Thanks for these videos. I really enjoy hearing your thoughts.
Seems like your Grandpa knew his stuff. Good saying.
I love Matt's presentation. I love the long format. It's like attending a $$$$ seminar, but here, in this format, it's rewind-able so I can learn more every time watched. No loud music, no shouting, no... all that other unwanted stuff. And we get to learn. This is not entertainment per say, it's education.
Grandpa way probably a person like Matt. Commit to doing it. Then do it as best you know and then do it again better.
I've been in my garage "workshop" with minimal, not completely accurate, tools.... buying culled wood and cutting and cutting until I can get a piece of wood "near" the dimension I want. And then I do it over and over and over until it almost feels natural. There's a load to learn here in this space. When I really want to see something done with accuracy, Next Level Carpentry, Ishitan, Boyd, Heinz, Howarth, Sellers, Young Je.
LOL.....That's a great saying. I enjoy this guy a great deal. He's real! Although I use different methodologies for my work, he's a real pro. He is definitely one of the better modern woodworkers on TH-cam. I've been building cabinets for over 40 years and have a good bit of experience in all of this. Good job.
I wouldn't worry about the length of your videos. I like getting ideas from you. Your experience and "throw away details" teach me and give me better insights. Thank you for posting these videos.
'preciate it Mark... thanks for commenting! Best, Matt
100% agree. It might take me 4 or 5 sittings to watch a video but I really enjoy it.
I absolutely concur! Semper Fi
Always a pleasure watching you. Thank you for the effort... and humor!
@Hello Jeff how are you doing
Please keep making your videos the same way. It's like being in high school woodshop and learning from a teacher that retired from the field. All the details are essential to those of us that have not mastered woodworking yet.
This is the best! It's comprehensive. Real-life carpentry. Imperfect woods. May take me several times viewing and listening through this video to grasp all the multitude of practicalities presented. Thanks
Thanks John... hope you don't mind if I quote you from your comment; "comprehensive, real-life carpentry" is a great tagline and my goal for videos here at Next Level Carpentry. Hope this helps you towards your personal 'next level'! Best, Matt
This is like a multi-part New Yankee Workshop in one video. For free! Great content. Thanks for this.
worked wood all my life as a wood floor guy.......i have learned much bout cabinetry and I thank you. Grand dad was cabinet guy but I never was taught as he died when I was child. too bad, all that experience that could have been passed on through the generations.
Cabinet making is a quickly evolving trade because of advances in tools/equipment and changes in materials but best practices and attention to detail/accuracy are still hallmarks of the best IMHO
Brilliant example of "plan your build and build your plan". Absolute professionalism, as usual
I prefer your long form videos for subjects like these. Your short video tip videos are great for 98% of potential viewers but I'm sure I'm in the group of ladies and gents that sit back with a cup of coffee and enjoy 80 minutes of learning.
I’ve learned a lot from your videos, but the biggest thing I’ve realized is that I have a lot more to learn. You are a gentleman and a craftsman. Thanks.
Best drawer build example and explanation on TH-cam !!
Finally. A real detailed instruction of the whys and ways to make accurate drawers. The sheet goods tutorial was gold.
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Jake Dogg is absolutely right. When I listen to you, i can find myself rolling back and listening again until it sets like concrete in my mind. What you are sharing with us is priceless and your knowledge is top tier. I actually would work in helper mode (mouth closed --- ears engaged, ego at the door) with you at no cost just for the skillset, technique gain.
I appreciate your offer of working in helper mode... you'd tire of it quickly though because you'd get stuck with pretty much all the sanding because I don't like sanding😉😁😎 Hope what you learn helps you out going forward... Best, Matt
@@NextLevelCarpentry How funny, thats what i do for a living. But i usually get to drive my sanders, which makes it more fun than my walk behinds. But i always learn something from your videos and that is how much i dont know. HAHA. Be well.!!
I’m so glad I found this channel. Solid gold. I hope you monetize this somehow. Infinitely less-worthy youtubers do. So you should be well compensated. I’d pay for this quality teaching.
I'm glad you found Next Level Carpentry too Sean... welcome! I do allow ads to run on videos here which is part of how channels are 'monetized' and watching or clicking ads is how most viewers 'pay' to watch free videos. Some viewers purchase products through the NLC Influencer's page links for items listed in the video description so Amazon pays small ad fees that also help support video production efforts here. Any teeshirts or swag offered through TeeSpring are another part of the revenue stream. Still others choose to go above and beyond to support this Channel by becoming patrons with a pledge through Patreon as their way to 'pay for this quality teaching' and is always appreciated. Cool thing is there's no obligation to do any of these things other than to watch and learn from free video content... even a free 'thumbs up' or subscription adds value to this channel and don't go unnoticed or unappreciated! Best, Matt
Next Level Carpentry I suppose I already was aware of all of those methods you are employing to monetize. But, your reply is just like your videos: thorough and professional!
I really enjoy watching, but I'm fine whether it's monetized or not. I've had many of my customers ask me to teach woodworking to them in my shop, but there's just too many liability issues I can't afford so I have a local "Nextdoor app" blog I guess you could call it to teach people really basic stuff. I suppose I could monetize it and i do by getting new customers. Who knows though? Maybe I'll move to a new level and make video's in my extraordinarily messy shop. LOL I'd be lucky to be able to squeeze a camera in there..
If you are wanting to ever build cabinets with drawers, then this video is a must see before you start your own project. A professional video for the do it yourself novice. THANKS for your valuable information.
Thank YOU for that glowing endorsement Les... you're quite welcome for the 'valuable information'. Best, Matt
@Hello Les how are you doing
happened across this video but I want to thank you for all the little comments throughout the video. 12 minutes in and I've already gained lots of value just in general shop practice working solo in a small shop myself. perhaps a lot of it is common knowledge but I was never taught most of the little things.
Man you are awesome. The all time best is when you said…. “You can laugh at me, or laugh at my fence. You won’t laugh at the results”. BOOM
It's not what you got but how you use it that counts, right Jude? Thanks for watching and commenting! Best, Matt
Who says a short video is a good video,
Thank you Sr for this master class
Not sure how many comments I have left saying the same thing over n over with these videos but…it’s always such a pleasure to watch sir! School. Really puts me in a state of awe and inspiration.
Not sure how many times I've replied but can tell you its encouraging to know NLC videos provide inspiration😎
This couldn't be posted at a better time, I'm starting to build the drawers for my kitchen remodel today! Now to soak in the knowledge...
If you leave the dato on the drawer back, it will hold the bottom without screws, In fact, so strong you can stand in the drawer and it will not fail, even with 1/8" material. On the drawer sides finish nails can be used instead of screws, much cleaner look. Be sure to glue all joints and especially the bottom. We made dressers this way with lifetime warantee, and never any claims.
@@carmengeorge5647 putting pocket screw holes on the drawer box front will allow you to hide any screws or nails from the finish sides
I’m 77 loved your video PERFECTION
This is a great video by all means, really appreciate it.
It’s not your reputation of making short videos, it’s yours for making great ones.
This is the best video online about how and why you do what you do to make everything right. I wish I could have had this teaching years ago, I will be following your channel in the future. Thanks again for your teaching abilities.
Thanks for that Mark I really appreciate it. It is always rewarding to hear from viewers like you who watch next level carpentry videos to learn and understand that Mastery takes time. There's a clear distinction between you and those who watch videos to be taught and expect to achieve mastery by watching a few 10 minute videos where they're shown a project going from start to finish in an absurdly compressed timeline.
Thanks again for watching and commenting. Best, Matt
Talk about getting a college level class in cabinet making. Thank you so much. Truly priceless information. Thank you again.
You're quite welcome Shelmn... thanks for letting me know you appreciation! Best, Matt
I use CutList Plus for optimizing material use. You can allow for kerf width, force cutting with or across the grain, print labels if you wish, print a cut list and/or cutting diagram, and much more. No need to apologize for going into detail as far as I am concerned. You can't over communicate I believe. If there is a little too much info for some they can skip over, for the rest they will get all the instruction they need. You do an excellent job with your videos and editing.
I love the professional construction of all the projects . You are a master and teaching this craft is priceless. Thanks for passing on the knowledge . I prefer the longer videos to get it all in one lesson.
That little trick of using the jointer to square the plywood was BRILLIANT ! I'm a old dog and I just learned a new trick.
I appreciate your videos, I put them on a watch later list so that I can watch them all at one shot. I did learn several things. I have installed hundreds of cabinet over the years and you can tell which are just thrown together and which were built with love and care. You’re sir rank at the very top, I am for ever looking to improve my craft. Thanks very much. I look forward to the next video
Don't worry about long videos! Worth every minute watching!
LOVED the video. Long but thorough and I learned new techniques. Much appreciated....
Thank You So Much. I have learned a lot about cabinet door and drawer construction by studying your videos. I'm just a home owner and wanted to reface my kitchen cabinets and drawers. I built "shaker" style cabinet doors and drawers using your lay out process. They came out perfect! I was very excited. I do have to mention, it took me 2 1/2 days to build 19 doors and 6 drawers. (Ha.Ha.) Now my wife wants me to construct a vanity for our bathroom. Well, back to the drawing board. Thanks again for the wonderful instructional videos.
You're sure welcome James... thanks for watching and commenting here. Glad to know this video helps you be a hero on the homefront! Work safely and have fun! Best, Matt
Watching for the third time. Love your work. Look forward to more.
I got so engrossed in your teaching that the video didn't seem all that long. Cutting all the parts while the saw is set up is something I need to work on. Lots of good information here. Thanks
Now that's what I call a masterclass !!! 👍👍 Much appreciate it Matt, thanks for sharing this 👌
Sir , I started woodworking now for my retirement years . I am from the Philippines have enjoyed many pointers from you . Thank you sir .
any word to appreciate your work is a waste. simply amazing!
He makes it look easy because hie s an experienced professional . But you have to be thinking all the time . I've learned a heck of a lot watching him . .
Absolutely brilliant enjoyed the long video and the detailed build thank you for making amazing content.
WOW !! This is a MUST for anybody that wants to learn the right way to build cabinets and drawers.
And he does it perfectly with out anodized blue color tools and fancy schmanzy depth gadgets.
OLD SCHOOL WINS ONCE AGAIN !!🙂🙂
Hey Matt, I have watched dozens(?100's) of instruction videos, but yours are in another class altogether. I was so impressed I subscribed for the first time ever! LOVE your attention to detail and general style and attitude towards first rate outcomes(and the pride that comes with knowing you did it right). YOU ARE THE MAN!!
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Wow... thanks Stephen... ya just made my day! Glad you like Next Level Carpentry so well... it's my goal to continue to provide content worthy of 'sub at first sight' with videos here.😉😁😎 Best, Matt
Great video on cabinet drawer making. Lots of detail and why. Like the fact that you realize that common sense is not common.
I watched your video a couple months ago. Getting ready to make some drawers. I appreciated your attention to detail. Thanks for your instruction.
Great video Matt. Long, but one of the best Ive seen.
Methodical, precision, intelligence. This is truly a master craftsman. This is the best drawer instructional video I've ever seen. I hope you have a dovetail drawer video. I have always wanted to learn to make truly great dovetails. Thank you for sharing your expertise.
Hi John,
Hope its not too disappointing but I don't have any plans to do a dovetail video. Even if I did I wouldn't be the one to show how to "make truly great dovetails" at any rate. They definitely have their place but, in my experience, that place isn't in the client niche I serve. My clients aren't afraid to spend good money on things they want but I've yet to find one with dovetails high on the list. Other over the top stuff is fairly routine though, and, since it's their $$ I do my best to accommodate. Don't be discouraged by my response though because there are some people 'out there' doing magnificent dovetail work and you'd most likely really enjoy the challenge and reward from tackling them. Best, Matt
@@NextLevelCarpentry It's the challenge of making dovetail joints that fascinates me, they are functional beauty. But, I understand that they don't sell well. I don't make furniture, but if I do make anything it will incorporate dovetail joints. Thank you for your response. Good luck! I'll keep watching.
Thanks for the video. Would love to see a video on how the outfeed roller "tables" are made!
I am your vintage, worked in many shops and built a business. Although if you ask 5 guys how to do something you will get 5 different methods, yours are well thought out and polished. I am watching the laminate show. I was self taught in the 80s and waiting to see if you developed the same tricks I did. I remember ripping & crosscutting 5 x12s on a table saw by myself. A+
Great minds think alike! Thanks for watching and commenting on this one Edward... much appreciated.
Thanks Matt, a great instructional video as always, and very handy for future reference!
Next Level Carpentry is the right name for the company and effort. While long, this video is an example of excellence that anyone aspiring to be good at anything could use as an example. By watching this master craftsman at work, one gets the sense of peering over the shoulder of Antonio Stradivarius, making one of his masterpieces. No matter their trade or profession, any person working to this level of tolerance with the humbleness to apologize for what he sees as imperfections that none of us could ever see is a testament to a master. If heaven forbid I were to need brain surgery, I would want my surgeon to organize his operating room, tools, and materials in the manner in which this master so assiduously organized his workspace. Everything has a place, and everything is always exactly where it needs to be, so much so any person could walk into this shop and, with his eyes closed find everything; incredible video, example, and inspiration. I would love to see completed pictures of this project.
Thanks for such a glowing review Mark I really appreciate it! Not all viewers share your sentiments so it's nice have something really positive to offset some of the trolls who comment here!
Thanks for watching and commenting. Best, Matt
love this video, very in depth over view of your work, thanks for your time! ♥️♥️♥️
Carpenters like you are a true gem. You create quality workmanship! They sure don’t make them like this anymore!
Great Class! I love your shop gymnastics. I learn from you. I make less mistakes and during cutting and assembling, I can minimize wasted time because, I already know the steps you showed.
Thank you!
Thanks for sayin'! Best, Matt
Just an excellent instructional video that takes us all the way to completion of the work unlike so many other videos that give us hints but never teach the whole process. Long but very complete. Many thanks to the author.
Many "you're welcomes" from the author!
Best,
Matt
@Next Level Carpentry you're awesome at your craft and I'm so very thankful to you for sharing all of this knowledge.
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This is whole other level craftsmanship. “A little more to be the best.” Love it.
I'm cabinet maker/ carpenter of 20 years experience and I'll agree that this was 80 minutes time well invested. You never stop learning and it's great when one of us can share so articulately. Well done!
I’m a self trained by much experience to the point of making my own musical instruments. I felt like I was there in the workshop doing it myself. One thing for sure even though I’ve done many cabinets and rustic furniture I still got
Some useful tips. Excellent detailed instruction.
Thnx for the detailed video. Helps a lot not having to watch 3 or 4 vids for the whole picture.
Joe, who is the joke? My guess is you are the type who are GREAT at critiquing those who actually do something and make an honest attempt at helping others who would like to learn but very poor at producing anything on your own. If you cant say anything good then don't waste others time by being so negative. Next Level Carpentry is pointing out some very good techniques that a lot of others may not have thought of, unlike someone like you who apparently was born with all this knowledge from day one.
Excellent piece and not at all too long.
If you can’t pay attention to this then you don’t have the patience to do cabinetry 😎
@Hello Robert how are you doing
I just love the long, detailed videos. I’m tired of those skilled guys who make incredible things with their last generation festool toys I will never have, all the complicated process and decisions compressed in 4 minute videos with no explanation. I watch their videos to fall asleep, but yours are meant to learn. Thank you from Cancún.
Glad to hear it Carlos... "long, detailed..." seems to be my signature video style. It's not all that popular with TH-cam's Algorithm but viewers like you are helping Next Level Carpentry grow anyways... thank you for watching and sharing! Best, Matt BTW I hope you're a subscriber because the next new video is a up there on the long side! Best, Matt
Hello Matt could you make video on how to make tablesaw cross cut holder?
Ivo: I uploaded 4 pictures of the crosscut holder to Pinterest where you can see them on this board: www.pinterest.com/thetimbertailor/next-level-carpentry-project-photos/ I think you'll be able to figure it out enough to make one for your saw if you like. Best, Matt
Accidents was the thing that teach me how to work safely; nothing like experience!.
Great to see you at work (and talk) as usual (Hannibal) ahaha
Best Luca
I read your comment and didn't get it until I got to the part where he closed all the drawer... 😎
Bob C 😂😂 so almost 1:20 minutes of deep doubt
Theres two kind of youtube carpentry video. Here is for actually learning and build things that gets paid for. Thank you for all the time and effort and never stop please,
Couple questions Who makes the insert? I’ve never been able to find a flat tooth xcut blade other than a box blade which I’m tooo cheap to buy a set.
You did an excellent job very organized and clear explanations. I’ve built a ton of cabs, but it’s always good to see how someone else does it.
@Hello Robert how are you doing
"that's sweet" - love it! great work and instruction!
You are truly next level. You remain clean and your workspace is always tidy. Learning lots.
@Hello David how are you doing
Nothing better than watching old school, where he doesn’t have every piece of equipment.
Another efficient and productive small shop.!! And he’s not afraid of the saw dust.🙂
Great teaching video !!
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It takes one to grow one!
Next Level Carpentry = Next Generation Carpenters…. Nice!
THANKS MATT!
You're welcome F&T... if anything I share is adopted an internalized by Next Generation Carpenters then I'm honored to do so! Thanks for watching and commenting here... Best, Matt
Matt...As a One Man Shop, Preventing Call-Backs is Essential in Keeping Ones Lively-Hood Healthy not-to-mention Prosperous! Quality Workmanship Creates Word-of-Mouth...and that's the BEST Form of Advertising in the World. Very Nice Job Matt...you are to be Commended on a Job Well Done my Friend!!!
Thanks for the commendation Cheewurz... knowing that you know first hand how expensive call backs can be makes it especially meaningful! Best, Matt
Matt, You provide the gold level standard that I Can judge all the projects and products I encounter. I find that I can go back again and again to learn deeper and deeper. Thanks any times over
@Hello Mark how are you doing
where did you get that table saw insert ? thats so cool.
There was a gentleman named Charles Neil who used to make them. I do not know if he is still making those.Charles Neil woodworking is his site. Try that .
This video is top class. LOVE the extended detail you go through. I also love how professional you are unlike a lot of the videos on here with the attempts of trying to be funny. Being humorous is good of course but if I wanted to watch a guy trying to be funny, I'd watch that genre and not woodworking videos. Again, excellent work, top class. I've found my new idol!
Uhmmm, thanks? BTW: This guy walks into a bar... and then wished he'd been wearing a hardhat!
🤢 Best, Matt
@@NextLevelCarpentry yeah, definitely stick to the woodworking Matt 😂
I’m new to woodworking and am currently rebuilding our kitchen. I appreciate your in-depth methodology of the process because you provide a lot more instruction and demonstration than any other video I’ve watched yet. Thanks!
You're welcome Jason! FWIW here's another NLC video in case you end up making cabinet doors for your kitchen project: th-cam.com/video/RE_BKm4T5Po/w-d-xo.html
I agree with Jake Dog. When I first watched your videos I was kind of saying to myself, “OK let’s move along“. But I realized that the kind of techniques that you’re teaching are not your everyday stuff for somebody that just wants to build shop jigs or shop furniture. You’re getting into tips that help with 1/32 inch and 1/64 inch preciseness and all the little tips and techniques that you use are extremely insightful. This is The real stuff! You’re actually building cabinetry and furniture for clients, and this is high-end stuff. You’ve definitely hit a perfect niche with your videos. Keep it up! We appreciate it
Thanks for siding with myself and Jake Dogg and against the TH-cam Algorithm Steven... it's viewers like you that encourage me to keep going against mainstream TH-cam content/channel building advise. Please help spread the word about Next Level Carpentry to those you know who might appreciate the difference as you do? Best, Matt
I really like watching you organize the work flow and the care you take to mind all the details. Having broken down hundreds of sheets of plywood in my dad's shop making cabinets and drawers, I am even more appreciative of the efficient and effective way you work.
Watching your example, one notes an important point: NEVER assume the factory edge of a plywood sheet is either true, square, or clean. Check it!
Respects!
Thanks for watching and commenting Jerry. Sounds like you been there with misplace confidence in the squareness of a factory sheet? Makes you wonder what you did wrong all the way through a project only to discover the sheet was to blame... Best, Matt
@@NextLevelCarpentry
I came to believe that plywood factories provided built-in frustration with every other sheet of plywood -- with great efficiency.
Then, of course, there is also the way the sheets are (mis) handled in transit. That helps a lot, too. 😎
Thanks, again, for a great video.
I love the creativeness you put into the video in a real cabinet shop you do not see fancy fences and table saws that have the pretty anodize aluminum rails, you have what a real and typical cabinet shop has period. Those that have all that fancy stuff don't do a better job in the cutting that is a skill you have regardless how pretty the tools look like. Love the explanations taught like what a good wood cabinet shop teach should do. So it is explain with clarity and concise.
Love your style and your home made fences!!
Great work mate. Always a pleasure watching you work.
First time viewer, long time wanna-be wood-wright. You shouldn't change anything about your presentation. In this case, more is better. Thank you for taking time to share your skills. Much appreciated.
Thanks for sharing your 'more is better' opinion here Richard... much appreciated especially in light of some comments to the contrary... Best, Matt
Good stuff! Thanks for showing us how it's done without the use of an expensive track saw and a bunch of gimmicky gadgets. Glad you are showing people how to break down a sheet of
plywood on a table saw. Something every woodworker should learn to do. It's fast and accurate and the set ups are fool proof.
I had always been taught that the factory edges were always golden and that I I could always trust them and couldn't ever do as well as the factory. After watching this video I started checking all the sheets of plywood that were going into my projects. In just two months I have confirmed for myself that Matt is absolutely correct. I can't believe that I was that naive even after all these years. However, I have now seen the quality in my work jump up dramaticly by using just this one tip. Thank you Matt for sharing, you have really made a difference in my life's work.
Plenty of factory edges are square and true though never smooth and occasionally out of square. Being aware as you are now is definitely a factor in the quality of your work. It was a surprise back to me when I learned that thickness of veneered panels from one part of a sheet to another can very slightly too.😮You're welcome for sure Riidher! Best, Matt
@@NextLevelCarpentry Matt, I am very pleasantly surprised that you answered my comment. Thank you for taking the time and making the effort. It proves to me that not only do you turn out quality work but that you are a quality person. And thanks for the tip on veneered panels.
Best Regards,
Riidher
@@Riidher Youbetcha! Connecting with sincere viewers like you is the main reason Next Level Carpentry succeeds in the online realm of TH-cam where growth is normally gained with glitz and fake drama. Best, Matt
Stunning work Matt, and some really clever solutions i'll definitely be using. Thanks again!!
My great uncle was a master carpenter (apprenticed at age 13). I never met him, but from all the family stories you remind me a lot of him, very humble but strong and full of knowledge. Keep up the great work of the videos!
Nice, John... thanks for watching and commenting here! Best, Matt
I am a beginner with limited machinery but this was great with no router table and very detailed thank you
There are lots of folks out there who have practiced their trade for decades, as you have. What's unique about you is that you give everything you do so much thought. Not just the "hows" but the "whys". And your attention to detail is just extraordinary. It is a pleasure to watch a master at work. Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge.
Thanks for sayin' Mlkery 2... I truly appreciate it! Best, Matt
When I saw this video come up I though no not another slipshod diy with pro tools. I was very surprised and watched all the way through. You built just like I do and like felt that I was there doing it myself. Great instruction. I picked up a top or two and will use them. I learned the hard way self trained with no computers Videos or modern techniques but from real experience and a few books which were complicated enough. I wish I had your videos when I started out years ago. Very good, informative and an inspiration to anyone wanting to take up a career in cabinet making. Top marks. I am glad I watched through to the end. What a breath of fresh air to watch a video rest is moving along with no wasted time. All details are well narrated and perforated. Thanks.
A few wording mistakes in my comment. Predictive text again 🥴
Thanks for watching and commenting. I too wish I had my videos when I started out years ago! 😉😎 Not really because it would deprive both of us the experience and depth of knowledge acquired only with an education at the School of Hard Knocks, right?
Best, Mastt
Performed not perforated. 🤣🤣
I don't laugh one bit at your router fence. I laugh at these fools that spend thousands of dollars on all those fancy aluminum jigs and toys. Keep it simple.
Ditto
I have something similar and it works
This is the longest video I've ever watched on TH-cam, but it was well worth sitting through it to see how you make cabinet drawers, from inception to finished product.
Congratulations for making it through Autotech! Crazy thing is I didn't even include installing the hardware, sanding and applying a sprayed lacquer finish, making the drawer fronts or any of the preliminary planning work using SketchUp for a 3D model! I could probably do 3 videos this length and still have material to cover... but then who's going to watch a 5 hour epic?! Thanks for commenting! Best, Matt
@@NextLevelCarpentry It almost felt like I was in a classroom. Your technique of explaining the whys and hows are very similar to my wood shop teacher way back when in Jr. High. I took wood shop from '72 through '74 in 8th and 9th grades, and woodworking became my first love. Unfortunately back then there wasn't much opportunity to make a living doing woodworking, so since I loved cars and working on them, I became an automotive technician. Thanks for the great videos, David
@@AutotechWoodworking Interesting trajectory... my first job out of high school was autobody doing work on exotics like Ferrari, Rolls etc. Great experience but made the transition to carpentry to get outside and into a healthier environment: bodywork in those dark days was a recipe for cancer and ill health. Auto tech has got to be an ongoing challenge and rewarding career as well... Best, Matt
Great video! I am an experienced carpenter that has made many different drawer types, what I learned from you is- go the extra mile to do things right. I love your attention to detail, I have always focused on speed, I want to focus on detail now.
As you know it takes a lot to be good, Steve, and sounds like you've realized that it takes just a little more to be 'the best'. That slight but very significant change in your focus means you're on the road to greater things! As you go forward you'll find yourself able to do much more detailed work much more quickly because of learned technique and experience/familiarity. Best, Matt
Absolutely, I've always made drawers one at a time. I see the efficiency of cutting all the parts at once and reducing the time spent dialing in the saw fence. Thanks
I am an amateur carpenter and learn so much with this guy. Watching every video is like paging through an encyclopedia on carpentry. Don't worry about the length of the videos, do what you want, your fan chorus loves every one of them.
It's truly rewarding to hear such 'testimony' as your Alberto... and I'm glad to learn you're finding helpful stuff here despite my less than awesome video production! Best, Matt
Amazing talent. You client was very lucky to have found you. Great video. Thanks.
Beautiful work. I don't have a nice, big, expensive table saw and jointer, and knew I wouldn't have room in my garage for them. I also needed to be able to store my equipment. The solution for both tools for me was the Kreg Adaptive Cutting System. I am in the process of making 8' tall barn doors to serve as shutters inside. After cutting six 8' pieces for the sides, I noticed I was off 1/8" "fat" on one end, due to not setting my rip guides perfectly. I then, fine tuned them, put the guides on the side of the board, and recut. PERFECT. I couldn't have done that with my contractor's table saw. I would have wobbled somewhere.
Good save, Russ! A guy's gotta do what a guy's gotta do, right?! Best, Matt
@Hello Russ how are you doing
ive seen countless machine made dovetail drawers fail, but i have never had a captured bottom drawer lock joint style drawer fail. I build mine with a 1/4 inch tenon, but you really cant go wrong with this joint. plus i love the way it looks with birch or maple multiply. nice work
There's just something about Russian birch with a clear lacquered finish, isn't there? Best, Matt
I just watched an entire hour-and-20-minute video of a guy building drawers. My attention span is such that this, on it's own, says reams about the maker of the drawers and the video. No silly gimmicks (and so little music I barely notice it) just a master letting others in on what makes him a master. Chalk up another subscriber.
Best comment of the day here at Next Level Carpentry KD... thanks... and welcome to the Channel! Best, Matt
It's very rewarding to stand back and admire something you just built! My dad always said do it right or don't do it at all. Thank's for sharing all the great tips.
After watching the video I went to the store to purchase sheet metal screws for a project made of plywood. Great idea using this type of screw on plywood. Also, I like your video’s just the way they are. Lots of information is provided and I learn a ton. Thank you.
Thanks Clint... glad you like the videos 'just the way they are'... I stress over the length and content of each one so it's reassuring to know when viewers approve. Best, Matt
The procedural discipline stressed throughout the video is appreciated. The systematic precision is why you are professional. Good show!
Thanks Christopher... I do my best to follow my own advice and it's served me well in my day job earning long term relationships with discerning clients. Hope stuff from the video helps you out on your projects as well...
Best, Matt
Best wood work tutorial I've seen on youtube. Really appreciate this content.
great tip for using the jointer to taper an edge for squareness. I've been doing this for 35 years, and never thought of that! Thanks!
Thank you for the very clear and that taking the time to square everything up ppys off in fine workmenship and hassel free assemble . Love the video keep them coming