How to Build Custom Walk In Closet Built Ins

In this video, I'm showing you how I took my walk in closet from practically useless to packed full of storage--with just some basic sheets of plywood and a few simple tools.

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Tools & Materials:
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Tools:
Miter saw (optional)
Level
Table saw (optional for cutting dadoes in drawers)

Materials:
1 1/2" diameter dowel rod(s)
1 1/4" & 2 1/2" wood screws

[lindawilliams]

I love your project videos! I’m 70 year old woman who wasn’t allowed to take woodshop back in the olden days in high school so I’ve been trying to learn since then and your videos help especially the master closet reno. I watched the project video several times, planned my closet, had the basic cuts on the birch plywood cut at Home Depot, bought the Kreg Jig 720 and got going! Still have to prime and paint but it came out great! I hated those wire shelves, now I love my closet. Thanks for the inspiration!

[patrickperri]

Wanted to say thanks for the thought behind all this. It’s hard enough to make a project yet you did it, filmed it, edited it, had the script, had links to the tools, and dimensions. My family now has a beautiful closet that looks pretty similar to yours. It’s been completed for a few months but wanted to take the time to thank you.

[diyhuntress]

I legit want to live in your closet. It’s so nice! You make me want to customize every closet in my house!

[JayBergCustoms]

I also love how much dimension you added with the different depths of things. That really makes it incredibly cool visually.

[Simphome]

That's the thing when you build this wardrobe, and it's not boring!! Love it!

[deadlazlo]

Those floating boxes are awesome! Fantastic job!

[patelkrunal]

You know i’m a fan of your videos, big fan. I had a request. Can you do an episode on tips and tricks for making everything square?

[aytviewer]

If you never make a mistake, then you must have never made anything. That's a paraphrased quote from someone... not sure who.

This video has me rethinking how I did my wife's closet room. This is much better than what I originally did. Nice job!

[AJ-lnsm]

Those cabinets look great! You do nice work. I love your voice, and the quiet background music.

[pteddie]

This closet is outstanding. You certainly added a ton of storage and you also designed the closet units in such a way to make them visually attractive. It's really a beautiful space when you first look inside the closet. You should be proud of this build.
Thanks for sharing this video.

[RhodaMayG]

Ok just saying, this channel is amazing. She has videos for specific issues/ projects ugh so amazing. I instantly subscribed ❤
Thank you for your hard work - ❤from beginner woodworker & active house renovator

[Trini-T]

U would not believe I have just emptied my closet this morning and was like now what.... Thanks!

[patelkrunal]

You literally post a project at the perfect time. Appreciate you.

[Ray_Sellner]

Love your builds. So glad you were safe from the tornadoes. I meant to post that last week but forgot.

[fiercegirldesign]

The closet turned out fantastic! Plus we got to see your adorable dog! ❤️

[Kkuts]

I know I say this every Video, but this is awesome! Glad you are safe in your neck of the woods!

[bballleigh]

Can't tell you how much I love seeing more women in the woodworking field! So inspiring and motivating! You, Diyhuntress, and Diywife have all equally inspired me to do all of my home renovations myself! 🎉❤ (plus my husband is not handy at all 😅)

[RachelLovelace]

Looks great! I plan to build my own master closet built ins, but also replace the linen and coat closets with built in cabinets. ❤

[gailybird]

Lovely. I like the unfinished look and I love the box shelving. Something about it seems modern and timeless at the same time.

[josh_m]

You keep making projects or improvemrnts that have been on my to-do list! I love it, gives me inspiration and more confidence to tackle them.