Building A Simple Book Case! Woodworking How To

In this video I build a bookcase for a local clients media room. This project might look complicated but the assembly of this is very simple and easy.

Follow along to see how I use this 1 x 12 primed pine, a brad nailer and miter saw to make this 80" x 120" built in.

Thank you to Pferd abrasives for supporting my shop and my channel. For links to some of the grinding discs I use most see below:

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Flap disc:

Inside corner disc (AMAZING):

Wire Wheel:

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Bosch Miter Saw ( My Favorite miter saw)

Sawstop Table Saw:

Wen Tabletop Metalcutting Bandsaw

Articulated Vise:

Bosch Portable Bandsaw ( 18V)

Porter Cable Restorer:

Lincoln 120V Welder ( good for a home shop)

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The Tripod I use:

[robhaskell]

Now THIS is how to make an effective YouTube video - no annoying music, clearly articulated instruction, great video angles and clarity. Well done, Sir. As to the bookshelf; beautiful indeed. Looks way more 'expensive' with the wide vertical pillars. Would have loved to have seen it once installed and items on the shelves in your customers house. As to a comment below, yes, a bit of lighting would really add some dynamics to this unit. WELL DONE! Cheers from

[realitycheck]

what i have noticed is that everyone complimented you on the craftsmanship and the tutorial. although those are wonderful and make the video enjoyable to watch, the thing that caught my attention was how you kept saying that you were making everything easier for the painter, as well as the extra details you paid attention to so that the customer was happy with the final product. in a world where customer service is practically obsolete, its nice to see someone who understands the value of it. well done, sir. well done.

[tomim]

Love it when someone says these types of shelves are really simple so anyone can build them; no they're not. It's only your good work ethic and attention to detail that makes it look easy. The hardest things to make and really look good are the simplest things, with no fancy molding to hide gaps and flaws. Great project. Total respect.

[TranTheClever]

Probably the best "floating shelves" video I've seen. Thank you for using tools the rest of us can also use, instead of tools and setups that cost thousands of dollars. 4:43

[chuckcribbs]

I made a wall-to-wall bookcase in my office/library. I used a Kreg jig and it made it so much easier to attach the shelves to the vertical panels. I was very happy with it considering I had never made a bookcase before. I really enjoyed your video. You showed all the steps and no annoying high-pitched woman singing in the background. You inspired me to make a similar unit for my living room to surround our TV!

[sllycrab]

Im so glad this exists. I am the same way when it comes to building. I make sure everything I need is clearly detailed and measured a dozen tomes over so I cut the minimum amount, conserve materials and save myself time. Thank you for the CRYSTAL CLEAR instruction

[MrChevee]

Sir, that has to be the best done video I have ever watched. To the point, no stupid music and no excessive rambling. Beautiful shelving unit. New subscriber here. I am excited to start my unit. GREAT JOB!!!

[kevinbuchanan]

Outstanding build, you continued to show that your project was obtainable by many of us. It was a pleasure to see you using a common brand of equipment that wasn't necessary on the higher end of the price tag. You are definitely a Journeyman with your craftsmanship and your willingness to share your talents with us.

[williamkeiser]

This video has really made me think more about building a shelf like this myself. It was very helpful.

[ceciliamatos]

Straightforward execution of a handsome book-cased entertainment center with simple explanations on process! ♥️
No silly music or “fillers”.
This earned you another subscriber!

[DRV_Woodworks]

Awesome job mate.. 👏 I made something similar that took about 7 working days but I sprayed it also and had bottom cabinets on each side with shaker glass doors. One thing I do with making shelves look thick is use 1/2 plywood for top and bottom and flush up a block to fill the void of whatever size shelf I'm making and edge band it. Comes out super clean no miter breaking and it's pretty quick and gives the appearance of one solid piece.

[r.mercado]

Not only am I impressed with the work done, but I am also equally impressed with your workbench. That's what I'm talking about! Semper Fi

[dalengwyr]

my wife wants something similar to this, so thank you for showing how you did it. instead of middle shelving, we're going to get one of those electric heaters (*because they look cool*) with a TV above it. so this is very helpful!

[siriosstar]

Super nice .i love the illusion of thickness of the shelves .it makes a huge difference as opposed to a 3/4 " face .
The video is also excellent your narration perfectly follows what is being seen without a bunch or pointless rambling .also good lighting .👍👍👍

[robb]

I really like your videos they're informative, helpful, and edited well. I just wanted to comment on a safety concern that I noticed. When your using the table saw you should always use a some type of push stick (yours was on the fence). I had a shop teacher in high school Mr. Lamb (I will never forget) that showed us the proper use of a push stick on the table saw, at the end of the demonstration he held up his right hand that was missing half of his thumb. He asked if anyone had any questions. I'm not criticizing you, just addressing a safety concern. I subscribed today, keep up the great work.

[flnatv]

Some of the smallest details can make a job pop. For instance, the way you planed down the horizontal trim to 5/8" to give it an 1/8" reveal. Most customers wouldn't notice that little detail except for the fact that something makes it look more dimensional. Good job!

[jxk]

Still early but I signed up for for your channel that is turning out to be the best so far and I’ve been viewing. Thanks

[DannyMartinezMusic]

Dude! You are a master! Great shelves! I wish you could build one for my house. :/

[erin]

I’m a novice maker and I am so glad I found this video. I’ve been wanting to do built-ins in our den. Thank you for breaking down the steps and making an easy to follow video!

[Giovanni]

Great job and thank you. One of my clients wants me to build a bookcase and you gave me a great way to build one.