How to Build Basic Cabinets--Using ONLY PLYWOOD!
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- In this video, I'm sharing how to build basic pantry and base cabinets and how I used them to add storage to this blank wall in my workshop!
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Guides, Posts, and Helpful Resources for this project:
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How to apply edge banding: www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-t...
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How to build and install drawers: www.woodshopdiaries.com/there...
How to measure and build cabinet doors: www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-t...
How to use concealed hinges: www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-t...
How to finish raw wood furniture and cabinets: www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-t...
10 tools you need for cabinet & furniture building: www.woodshopdiaries.com/must-...
How I built my kitchen cabinets: www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-t...
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Finally actual DIY content. I can't stand when you watch a "diy" video and they're using a complete professional set of tools to get the job done.
Sarcasm?
@@renravvarn8858 not at all. Every tool in this video is something that could be had for under $500.
The people who complain about those tools are the ones not making the things in the video. All woodworking can be made with a hammer and chisel but no one will spend the days to build a single cabinet.
Tools decrease the time spent to make the things, which means more items made, which means more income.
@@jetah50 while true, to someone who is new to building anything, its rather daunting and off putting to see the tutorial/guide use tools you don’t have.
Personally I have no succh issue as im more than handsy when it comes to jury rigging something to achieve the desired result. But to a complete beginner, I can see why they would want the guide to have the same stuff as them, as it would help inspire confidence.
@@yorgborg7899 true, it’s also about accuracy. I build a lot of stuff but, I’m often curious about what sort of accuracy I can reasonably achieve using novice level tools (before purchasing them). Vids like this one, saves folks the time of trial and error.
Specifically, in this case, I was wondering if the track saw was worth buying to build my kitchen cabinets, if I should use my crappy table saw, or just buy my cabinets already made.
Fabulous! So simple, no overly expensive tools, no complicated techniques, and the cabinets look fantastic. Exactly what I was looking for. 👍🙏👌
Thanks for sharing the video.
After watching over ten different videos of cabinet boxes building, you are the first one not using a $4000 SawStop with over-expensive tools!
Your videos are clear and made for beginners.
For the record regarding "toe kicks". I never, ever cared about them until I encountered a bathroom vanity with no toe kick. You don't realize how "close" you actually get to the sink to brush your teeth, wash your hands, etc etc. I kept kicking the base of the cabinet, stubbing my toe, and feeling like I was too far from the sink. Toe kicks are very much something you take for granted until it's gone.
The toe-kick is essential for proper biomemechanics while working over a counter or sink. Without it, one must bend forward excessively to reach the working surface, which puts the body into strenuous positions. Over time this is not sustainable and causes biomechanical dysfunction leading to back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, knee pain, etc… I am a doctor of physical therapy, a certified strength conditioning specialist and an expert in biomechanics.
Thanks for the great video. 🎉
I started our kitchen cabinet build yesterday based on your video of garage cabinets. 10 base cabinets (7 24” and 3 30”) and 8 wall cabinets. I have zero experience building cabinets but I feel confident I’ll be able to replicate your methods and results. Much slower but still get it done. I purchased a WEN track saw with a 110” track. This works very well for me. Thinking about Shaker style doors and drawers. All base cabinets will be a 3 drawer (1 small, 2 medium) and wall cabinets will be traditional doors. Your door and drawer style are appealing as well. I love the finished with all the handles running a clean line throughout the entire kitchen. I’ll update as progress allows. Thx so much for sharing your knowledge and techniques. Doing it ourselves is saving us well over $10,000 just in cabinet costs alone. 😊
Someone here said "I can't stand when you watch a "diy" video and they're using a complete professional set of tools to get the job done." This is absolute truth. I came for the cabinets, stayed and sub'd because of your simplicity. Thank you from Mexico!
Thank you for sharing your little drilling mess up -- I always get so mad at myself when I make a silly mistake like that, so it's nice seeing someone who actually knows what theyre doing can have it happen to them too.
Good job Shara! I'm a novice at woodworking. Your presentation is succinct, with out the jokes, long musical interludes and unnecessary cut-a-ways to unrelated things. When i start to build my garage cabinets I will use your video as one of my reference resources. Carry on the good work and thanks!
I must congratulate you for your outstanding woodworking programs. Unlike many DIY presenters, you show viewers upfront what the finished item will look like and you continue this excellent practice throughout by showing the item’s major build stages - e.g., what the assembled side, top, bottom, door, drawer, etc. will look like. I, being a fellow Engineer, recognize and attribute your exceptional presentation skills and common-sense manner of delivery to your education and innate intelligence. Great job girl. You are a breath of fresh air compared to others who must think that we viewers have never seen wood being cut, planed or shaped before. We watch because we want to build things, not because we want to be entertained by cutesy-clever photography.
I was looking all over youtube on how to build a kitchen cabinet for my home and this is by far the simplest and easiest tutorial I've seen so far and the cabinet looks amazing 👏 👍
I appreciate that! So glad it was helpful!
I am very impressed with this video. You are very smart and beautiful. I am finally glad to see a woman that does this that doesn't need to show off her body in order to get clicks. Thank you for being respectful to yourself and also to the many young women that may watch you.
Hi, Shara
I'm a recent fan from Chile of your TH-cam channel and the amazing creations you share. I want to thank you for your content. It's a passion that I've recently discovered and I practice every day. Maybe someday I'll be able to start my own business and leave my regular job to pursue this passion that I've discovered. I love your projects and I'm so grateful that you share them.
Sending a big hello from the southernmost tip of this planet!
This is the first time I came across cabinets built with plywood and not chipboard or laminated panels. Thank you Shara for the ideas and please keep up the good work.
This was so helpful! Thank you!
Job well done ! you make it look easy thank you .
Your awesome tutorials made it happen for me to build our own cabinets. Totally custom, they turned out great and just the way we wanted them. Our kitchen remodel is done. All the best with your channel here and go Jesus!
The Kreg saw guide has been one of my best purchases for the shop.
I’d be lost without mine!
Deadly serious, this is one of the most beautiful videos I've see all year. Thank you.
Thanks for posting this. I want to build my own because I just want to and am not that experienced.
I love those cabinets. A lot of work but so worth it with an end result like that. So nice to have that window there to instead of staring at a wall while you work. Your videos always inspire me to build something.
I appreciate that! It was definitely some work, but I have more than enough storage now to last me a long while 😄
Thanks for giving an approachable view into cabinetry. It can get a little overwhelming watching other channels where guys have the full shop, table and tools. Nice alternative, and great results!
Excellent tutorial!
Thank you for all of the hard work that you invest making the content for us to enjoy! You demonstrate how you apply your skills to each project in a way that is clear without overstating. Love it!! Looking forward to more soon!!
This is an amazing build and video. You show everything that needs to be shown, and edit out filler material appropriately. Very nice use of your space. Two thumbs up.
Always appreciate a woman who respects herself in diy videos
For not having to flaunt their skin just for views
Great video I enjoyed watching this and informative
I call this good work and clean edit.
you killed it with this project
Just getting into woodworking and found your channel. Wow, information overload. I’m going to have to watch this several more times. And I see you have many more as well. Thanks for the clear, well done video/instructions.
Saw your Tik toks, but didn’t realize you had a YT channel too. So subbed for more in depth content (than TT). Great vid
Thanks so much for following along! I’m also on FB, IG and have a website newsletter. There’s a little bit different content on each platform. Hope it’s all helpful!
You’ve been easily influenced.
Wow! What an incredible video. Thank you!
the vertical grain does look good - good job .
Great instructional video. I have been thinking about making my own kitchen cabinets for my rental unit, but have been very intimidated about the process. Your video makes it seem a lot more simpler than I thought it would be.
Shara, the toe kick is designed to allow the front part of you foot to slip under the cabinet and allow you to stand without leaning. This is much easier on your back.
I love watching your videos. You make it look so simple and break it down into very basic steps. I also appreciate that you are willing to admit where you mess up. It helps me feel like I can do this as I know I will have to 'full disclosure' to myself. Thanks for sharing your skills and mistakes.
Great job girl...!!! Lots of help for my project. Thanks a bunch..!
Great video, and confidence inspiring! I know cabinets are one of the most simple pieces of furniture to make, but I'm about to build my first one and pretty apprehensive about it. I'm planning on just using plywood with no face frames as well since I don't have any milling tools for hardwood frames, so to see yours come out so beautifully was quite encouraging! Thanks for helping de-mystify the process for me, and also posting links to all your supplies!
Great job! I can say by my personal experience that this type of storage is really good for you tools. Love the design and wood grain. Fantastic project and thanks for sharing.
Thanks so much for watching! I’m so excited to get stuff in here and actually organized 😄😅
Good evening from Auckland, New Zealand. Happy Easter! Great Skills...
Fantastic job.
Omg those shop cabinets are nicer than my house cabinets 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Haha plywood is so underrated I think 😅
My OCD kicked in when I saw how long the video is, 19.59. Just one more second hahaha. Great video and I love the cabinets.
Thank you! Haha I usually like to keep my videos fairly short and this one was a monster. I told myself it had to be under 20 minutes 😂😂 I made it…barely ha!
This is a setup I need my my basement craft area .
Hi! Subscribed! I love how you explain details while you build. Beginner DIYer here, just moved to our new house too and cabinets are still intimidating me a bit. Thank you for the videos! Keep building. Cheers!
Shara, that was fun! Great to see bunches of sawdust flying in the new shop. Also, a beautiful end result. Put a couple of blocks of wood to fill up the toe kick area and you'll find out pretty quick why all cabinets have them. I bet you really enjoyed your project in your new shop and even Lucy seemed to approve. Thanks for Sharing!
Lucy definitely approves 😂 It was so much fun to get to work in here. Here’s to many more projects in the mew space! 🙌 I appreciate you watching!
You make it look easy. I am so happy.
Great build, Shara, and great timing. I need to do something similar in my new work space.
Thumbs up, and thanks so much for sharing your new shop build-out with us!
Thanks so much! I hope this is helpful! Happy building 😎😎
Interesting mix of premium and cheap power tools. Excelent technics & knowledge , One of the greatest video narratives. Impressed !!
Love these cabinets! Going to build our kitchen, master bathroom, laundry cabinets, & a message center cabinet. So excited to get started! I love Kregg jigs! Glad they started the academy!
Great job Shara👍
Thank you 👍
These look great. Thanks for including your mistakes in the video. It is nice to know that everyone makes mistakes and has to figure out ways to overcome them.
Haha everything I learned, I learned by doing it wrong first 😂 thanks so much for watching!
Those look great! I'm building shop cabinets right now too and I did the exact same thing. Installed cabinet before drilling shelf pins...
Haha I always forget to drill them while they’re on the workbench 🤦🏼♀️ not a big deal, it’s just kind of pain to crawl into the cabinet after the fact 😂
great job!! I love my Kreg jig for cutting long plywood too,and the "simple" Kreg pocket hole maker. The cabinets looked very nice!!
Really proffessional work !!!!!!
Wow, that is impressive! That was a lot of work to get done by yourself. The end results are beautiful looking cabinets, what a great shop you'll end up with!
Thanks so much! It was a lot of work, but not too bad. Music helps the time pass 😅 thanks so much for watching!
Hi! Great video! Enjoy your energy!
Thank you! So glad you enjoyed it!
Of all the dozen DIY videos I have watched regarding cabinets, you are the only one who explained what a toe kick is. You got me subscribed after watching your video!
Thank you so much for following along! I hope you enjoy the rest of the videos, too!
First of all you are funny and relatable. What a detailed link to all the information.
success to you and thank you for sharing.
Hey Shara-big kudos on your new home, amazing shop, (like wow girl) AND 100K AND being part of this new Kreg Academy. It’s nice to see someone that works to the bone, get the payoff. Im just so happy for you and I admire your skills in the wood work and I call it. In contrast to my softer friendlier world of of sewing. This is a bumpy, crooked ride. (Cutting straight is so hard!) I am full on stepping into building things myself and at times the process brings me to tears, I usually never cry, omg so weird! I try to remember that I probably wasn’t so great at using a sewing machine at first either, albeit hard to remember as I was 5 when my mom first taught me. I am really interested in the kreg academy, so glad you shared the intro. Take care and relish your success. Thanks for inspiring me in every video. Mary
You are too kind. This message makes my day. Thank you for cheering me on and I’m happy to do the same for you! Sewing is a skill I would love to grow into. I can sew straight lines to make a pillow cover and that’s about it 🙈 so I admire those skills!
I believe if you can sew, you can definitely transition into woodworking. You got this! I hope you find my videos and (maybe Kreg Academy, too!) a helpful resource to get you started. 💕 happy building!
Omg. Love the inspiration and that your cheering each other on. I am also new to woodworking And sewing. Although I think I enjoy wood working more. 😜. I am so happy to be learning from you. It’s really inspiring and makes me want to do more complex builds. But then I usually cry 😢 a bit, when something doesn’t work, but I do get back to it. In the end, when I fix it, I call it tears of joy 😂. Thanks for inspiring me to do more and learn more.
The cabinets look great. I love the design. Your shop is going to be amazing. Thanks for sharing this video.
Thanks so much for watching! I really appreciate it!
I love your honesty! Good work and thanks for the clear explanations. Keep it up
I like at the end of the video you sat by the counter and admired your work
Haha i needed a rest 😂😂
I really appreciate your simple designs that have minimal waste! This is another great build! Thanks and I hope you have great weekend Shara!
Thanks so much! I appreciate you watching!
@@WoodshopDiaries …. When we built cabinets for our farm cabin, we used 26 in. Hardwood Tool Cabinet Tops for a Rolling Tool Cabinet as the cabinet base doors. These look similar to butcher block and are pre-finished. Available in most building supply box stores. Everyone thinks they look great! lol…. an easy, fast cabinet door!
Love your video's and love how the cabinets turned out! Your shop is really taking shape. It's exciting to see each video and find out what you're working on next. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!
Thanks so much for following along and watching! Happy thanksgiving to you and your family!
Superb presentation for a newbie to aspire to.
Best cabinet build that I've seen....and I've seen a lot. Can't wait to use the info you provided to build my own. Thanks for sharing.
Wow wow wow this is so stunning! This is making me want to dive right into woodworking. Thanks for all the resources! 🥰
I hope they’re helpful!! Thanks so much for watching!
Those are very impressive shop cabinets and they would good in your house as well! The wood was a great choice and I like the clear coat as it really brings out the grain. Thanks for sharing this.
Thank you! They’re exactly what I built in my last house too haha. Simple, but nice. Glad you enjoyed…thanks so much for watching!
Looks great! You are very talented!
Your amazing. Fabulous job,
The material list is super helpful! I just went to home depot today before watching your video, and I was helpless in the lumber section. With your list, I can order them from home, and know how good it looks from your video!
So glad it’s helpful! Thanks so much for watching!
Wow, what a nice upgrade to your shop. I have been wanting to build some for my shop and you have just provided the inspiration I needed :^). Great video and project, thanks for posting !
Thank you so much! I hope this was helpful! Happy building! 😄😄
Wow! You’re amazing, this is beautiful!!
What an inspiration ❤ thanks
Without a toe kick, working on a workbench requires you to lean forward more, and that induces back pains. So it's an important feature.
I believe the toe kick is not only to make room for your toes (which you will quickly notice is important, if you've ever stood at a counter without one) but also to raise the drawers and cupboards off the floor so that they don't interfere with rugs etc.
You can do that without a toe kick. The function is to make room for your toes.
Wow! You are an amazing builder. My sister was just talking about how much she needs her kitchen redone, so I will probably be watching this video another 100 times plus all the other tutorials you mentioned. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and abilities. Women with power tools rock.🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Very nice. They are relatively simple, yet very strong and look better than the cabinets in my previous house. I built a new shop this summer and will be coming back to your video when I build some cabinets.
Really nice 👍 I’m gonna try it thanks 🙏
Happy building!!
Awesome job Shara! Would love to see a follow up video showing us how you organized everything in the cabinets (Once you complete that phase).
It may be a while 😂 but one of these days when things are done and organized, that would be a fun video to make!
@@WoodshopDiaries how good the greg jig work to rip plywood vs makita saw track
You’ve made this look so easy! Thank you for focusing on the build - I’m going to try to redo my 50 y/o kitchen cabinets this way. Love the simplicity and clean lines.
You go GIRL!!!!! You are rhe epitome of DIY!!!! God bless you & thank you so very much for sharing!
AWESOME!!
Thank you so much!
" free from dust " u r reading my mind. That is why I want to build some bottom cabinets in my garage, everything is just so dirty from working in the garage. I do however have like only 25 inched depth to work with. GREAT JOB by the way. And I think I'm ready to buy the kregg acu-cut.
You can still build some cabinets with a 25” depth. And you can adjust the depth of your cabinet to whatever you want, too. That’s what’s great about Building them yourself. You do what you want haha. Also, I have a video on the rip cut and accucut. They’re both WELL USED in my shop. Very handy to have!
You did an excellent job darling, well done 👍🇬🇧
Very helpful video.
Glad to hear it! Thank you!
Great build! I did something similar in my garage this week and I noticed you used less pocket holes than me. I may have gone bonkers with mine just in case as it was my first 8ft cabinet.
Haha too many screws never hurts!! I’m sure it’ll last for ages!
Great job on this current project just like all your others. You're very informative and you know what you're doing. But whenever I make a cabinet. I never have cleats on the inside of the cabinet. I recess them by using a French cleat. For me it's a much cleaner look.
Exceptional. Thank you very much!!
Thank you!!
Fantastic Job! Such an inspiration!
Great build, enjoyed the video, its quite impressive you don't use any clamps when attaching plywood with pocket hole screws, I heard it slips when inserting screw and recommended to use clamps, I closely observed how you did and it was damn straight every time :-)
Thank you! I actually have a youtube short and TikTok video showing how I do it 😉😅
@@WoodshopDiaries if it's not too much trouble, can you please give us the link? thanks in advance!
Plywood cabinets are the best, compared to manufactured wood cabinets.
Wow, I'm so impressed with your skills! You make it so easy with your logic and the tools being used.
Great job!!...your attention to details are admirable..my business cards used to read.." furniture built with pride "..you definitely carry on that tradition!!👍👍😎
Thanks so much! I appreciate you watching and glad you enjoyed!
Great build!
Well done!
Oldie but goodie! So good I had to rewind it back and take another look. 🤙🏾💯
Hi Shara, thanks for making and sharing the video. Inspiring to see that with fairly simple tools in 'simple' workbench, you got nice cabinets.
Omg you are amazing!!! Absolutely beautiful
I've watched this twice and I plan on watching it many more times! I have a bunch of built ins I want to install throughout my home and I just don't have the money to buy pre builds like a lot of tutorials suggest. I know I need to put some money into tools but I still think I'll save money, plus then I'll have the tools and the experience! I'm excited to get started.
I just stumbled across this video when searching for built-in bench tutorials and I automatically subscribed to your channel! I am still somewhat of a novice woodworker and have spent an exhausting amount of time watching tutorials but generally am left with many unanswered questions. Your videos are thorough and easy to follow.
I’m so glad you find them helpful. Thank you so much for your kind words and I appreciate you following along!
One of the best videos I've ever watched! Cabinets look great and great instructions!
Great video. Now I think I can try this with the tools i have. They use some really nice but unaffordabe tools in other videos. Thanks for posting and wishing you all the best.😊