The Basics of Making Cabinets

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[MyGrowthRings]

Very well done. I am a corporate trainer for the American subsidiary of a German cabinet hardware company and have visited hundreds of cabinet shops and factories and can say that most of these steps are spot on. One step that is common today is that the back panel is typically glued in place from the back with hot-melt glue while the cabinet is held square in a case clamp. A lot of these will also receive a few staples. While I cam not a fan of the staples the hot melt glue quickly holds everything square while the other glue has time to set. It’s almost shocking how quickly these cabinets fly through production. I visited the largest cabinet manufacturer in the world in May 2019 and was blown away to learn that they produce 3000 kitchens per day. Not 3000 cabinets, but 3000 kitchens! It was amazing to see and as a hardware nerd I couldn’t believe how many hinges, slides and other accessories they fly through in a shift. Anyway, great vid. Scott

[jackalope]

FINALLY!!! Some one on youtube took the time to break this down slowly and simply. Most cabinet making videos are all super fast with little to no explanation--very hard to follow for a novice. This was fantastic! Thank you so much for posting this. You explain things very clearly!

[mikecrook]

I've watched dozens of videos on this subject but none quite like yours. The drawn & labeled diagrams of information on your side panel is creative genius. I'm a visual learner, which might explain why I appreciate the deliberate effort you've made here to give information. Thanks.

[snydercustomwoodwork]

I know this is an old video, but just wanted to say I’m glad you shared it. I’m self taught and building cabinets is something I really want to learn. I have watched a ton of videos, but all of your videos are super informative. Looking forward to all your new content as well, including the podcast

[PHOTOCONVENTION]

This is the best explanation of cabinet making I've seen. I've watched about 20 other videos. Now I think I'm ready to roll for my kitchen. thanks

[galland]

Super clear and not rushed. Thanks for showing us a deliberate fail and explaining where we all go wrong at sometime in building cabinets. Many thanks.

[kgucmen]

In terms of being educational, this has been the most efficient and helpful video, of all the hundreds I have been watching. You have a talent for teaching, I hope you use it...

[michaelgraham]

This is the most informative cabinet building video I've ever seen. Excellent video! And thank you for sharing a few tips and tricks to make sure the cuts are in the right direction.

[pcproz]

Outstanding! Thank you for the "drawing". I am a visual learner and this helped immensely.

[vinayjathanna]

After watching many videos, I had to come back to your video and re-watch. Really like the way you explain the steps.

[domtam]

Thanks for the great video. I'm just a civil servant that always wanted to get into the trades (specifically carpentry). I've watch many videos on related topics and wish I had the space to put together a shop like yours. Your instructions were clearly explained and I like that fact you added the common mistake of failing to mirror the sides of the cabinet in the early part of the video. But that equipment you own isn't cheap. But as a novice I will work with the tools I have and try my best.

[guybowers]

I'm currently in the process of building myself a 750 square foot shop attached to my existing garage and will need to make cabinets for it. Your video was helpful and I look forward to watching more of your videos.

[davidjennings]

Great channel - A couple of things I have learned over the years are to add a solid wood edge to the bottom of the cabinet sides when using plywood. This gives two advantages - 1/ It seals the edge of the ply so that when you are washing the floor the plywood does not suck up the moisture through the alternate layers which are end grain and 2/ It gives you an edge which is easier to plane when you need to adjust the bottom to level the cabinet. This is only when the customer requests the style which has the sides going all the way to the floor. I have to say I prefer to make my cabinets on adjustable legs for both the above reasons as the cabinet is isolated from the floor so cannot suffer moisture ingress and are so easy to level leaving only the ends of a run needing an end panel to finish them off.

[chrisj]

On point. Just getting into semi seriously into wood working and i am building my assembly / outfeed table and cabinets are whats left. This was perfect timing and one of the best overviews!!!! Awesome!!!

[joemccoy]

Nicely edited video. Great explanation of the processes. You don’t over talk the project. You’re good teacher. Thanks for sharing.

[JonDunnmusician]

What a fantastic starting video
5- star educator
The point you make about using your shop as a guide is wonderful, as I installed some custom doors in my shop and then onward and upward from there with other clients

[almaramsey]

Your guidance is excellent and your tip about cutting the panels without making the huge mistake.... PRICELESS!

[pastpianist]

Subscribed. I’m just getting into wood working now that I got my first house, and this was the first video I’ve seen that was ultra-descriptive. The markings on all the board were super helpful

[johnycane]

This is the best cabinet video on youtube. There's many out there that I'm sure are fine for experienced wood workers, but the explanations here for every step are what makes the difference. Thanks!

[JK-jlbf]

Super-to-the-point and helpful plus using a mini version made the whole process make the most sense.