#1 Tip For EASY SHELVING + QUICK BUILT-INS (Save Money $$ With This Trick)

[@TheHonestCarpenter]

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[@realtorvlogs]

Ok. So. Thanks for the excellent tips..... but I'm so freaking impressed with how easily you motor through the phrase "pre-primed pine".

[@ae1ae2]

When I read this comment, I thought "nah it's not that hard" and then I tried whispering it to myself. Took me 4 attempts to say it right. Touché, realtorvlogs.

[@realtorvlogs]

@@ae1ae2 Right??? ;)

[@jianjunhe3440]

I did the same thing 🤣

[@realtorvlogs]

@@jianjunhe3440 it's ridiculous. I mean... why is nobody talking about this 🤣😂

[@adroitus]

I wonder what the blooper reel looks like. 😂

[@kimrichmond3768]

Thanks for the tips. I love how you get straight to the point and don't try to entertain us, trying to be funny or sarcastic. Your voice is pleasant and your speed is perfect. I can't make it through most videos. So I really appreciate you and I have learned more from you than any other carpenter.

[@samueldeter9735]

100%! I watch most videos at 2x speed, cause once you get used to understanding it, it saves half the time. It makes going back to normal speed kind of agonizing with most videos, but somehow his are still really enjoyable.

[@jimduhaime9]

Mr. James, thank you for your integrity in presenting these videos. I have seen just about all of them as I have a hunger to learn in this area. I am retired and a veteran and thank you for all that you do to make my woodworking hobby so much more enjoyable. You are one of several that I watch.

[@taylorharrison3585]

As a painter, I approve of this message. Also, as a carpenter, I am impressed that you held the brush by the collar.

[@TheHonestCarpenter]

Thanks Taylor! I'm not great at painting, but I give it my best😁

[@walterbates1654]

Feeding the KZbin algorithm. Great info. Thank you.

[@markkoons7488]

Like your channel a lot. You never dish out a load of bunk. Plus you keep it short and sweet. Thank you.

[@RickInMaryland]

I started using this a while back when I realized it was cheaper. I didn't know they were finger-jointed, so that explains why they're cheaper. Thanks!

[@biophilialandscaping8875]

This channel is great. As a carpenter, I appreciate your thoroughness and you do a great job of explaining everything. Sometimes I learn things from your channel, and other times I feel reassured in the way that I build things when I see that you would do it similarly.

[@TheHonestCarpenter]

Thank you, Biophilia! I love to hear from other carpenters and tradespeople. I appreciate the feedback!

[@DennisMiscannon]

Man You are so good at this......carpeter and Instructer.......Thats comming from your older watchers.......

[@theodorerzepski8491]

You are a treasure. Glad I stumbled onto your channel.

[@coolermoves]

I think your a great teacher. That’s the main reason I subscribed to your channel. Keep up the good work.

[@donaldjoseph897]

Great tip. And great videos. You have outstanding communication skill. Clear, concise, and practical.

[@TheIdeasGuy]

I also like to use pre primed pine for this kind of thing. Wider boards don’t seem to be available around here so I use a combination of this and melamine sheets. Glue doesn’t adhere well to melamine so I use screws and putty them over. For primed pine to primed pine joints, I prefer to use construction adhesive (liquid nails) and brad nails. Tite-bond PVA glue is great stuff but I only use it for raw timber.

[@thomaslenox3071]

You are correct, I would've never thought of primed pine shelving and showing projects. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheHonestCarpenter]

Love this stuff Thomas. Thanks for watching!

[@JC-km2io]

I just subbed. I’ve been watching your videos since I moved into a new house and started DIYing a few months ago. Your many tips have saved me time and money. AND your tool safety tips may have saved me from losing a limb or two. Thank you for imparting your woodworking expertise to newbies like me.

[@joerobinson793]

I'm a huge fan of PFJ. I once built some custom book shelves for a customer using clear pine, painted it, and it warped like crazy. Needless to say, I was not happy and neither was my customer. So at my own expense, I tore the shelves down, purchased PFJ, built and painted the shelves and they look great. No warping at all. Maybe I did something wrong the first time around with the clear pine, but I won't go down that road again as long as PFJ is readily available

[@leosmilesu2]

It doesn't matter what topic you are covering, you have a way of making it worth the time. #youarehonestlygood!👍

[@johnkelley9877]

I have to admit i never thought of using the pre primed boards either. Thanks for the tip.

[@TheHonestCarpenter]

You're welcome, John!

[@sdkid6059]

Great tips. Working at Lowes, a lot of people would buy "pre-packaged shelving kits" then stop by Lumber for another small board; Just a couple aisles over they could get the same thing, but, be able to cut down to exact sizes to maximize out the space they are building in. "Pre-packaged kit" that's only 36 inches, when they have something such as 41 & 1/2 inches to work with. The kits are convenient, but with some basic tools & watching a couple of The Honest Carpenter's videos, and you've got a project to be proud of !! Panel saw at the store can help cut down to whatever size needed. ( Cutting real slow on melamine types of wood cuts down on splintering, and/or using tape ) ?? Thanks.

[@leohiggins7737]

Great job your videos are a huge help to homeowners and DIY ‘s I like that you point out where and what the limitations of different lumber.you have your act together, thankyou from someone that was in the trades 45 years

[@ryanrents126]

I've found that I have better luck with construction adhesive (liquid nails) than wood glue with primed material. And I agree, this stuff is nearly flawless and saves a ton of time, especially if you're working in an area where spraying paint isn't practical.

[@kashel83]

Another great video, as always. You really live up to the honest part of your name, you always give great, and honest advice to us. Thank you

[@ronh9384]

A good video and your comment about not using it on the exterior is spot on! When my house was built they installed insulated metal exterior doors and the door jambs and the trim were all finger jointed pine. I have made two new jambs and trim from some Ipe a friend gave me and I think I have enough to replace the jamb and brick mould. I will prime and paint it of course but I will have to prebuild it and I’ll have to do the hinge pockets ahead of time so I can install it in one day.

[@pemtax557]

Really good tip ... for laundry rooms, closets, pantries and garages, this is one heck of a great tip. Cheers!!

[@sirshawnpaul6272]

Even as a contractor I have even over looked pre-primed pine and thanks to this video it was a great refresher. Thanks so much 👍

[@QuantumMechanic_88]

Excellent comment and I totally agree .

[@TheHonestCarpenter]

Thanks Sir Shawn! Glad to help out another contractor 😀

[@lindamarzano6042]

been talking about this on what type of wood to use on shelving for games etc.. This made my decision. Thank you and they come in smaller sizes for smaller spaces. Thanks again

[@dalekrohse1871]

I recently discovered that the 5+" preprimed shiplap is good for small wren bird houses. I trim off the side tabs with my small bandsaw and then cut the pieces with either 90degree or 45degree edges, depending on their part in the project. I got a box of 1 gallon zip lock bags and created kit packages for use with Boys and Girls Club kids. They get a ready to finish project quickly without the need for them to use power tools. thanks for talking about the preprimed wood. I buy mine at Lowes where I think the quality is highest here in eastern Iowa.

[@michaelwallace8740]

Would love to see a video on building a free standing shelf or custom built-in like you show at the 2:30 mark. That project looks nice without the use of cleats.

[@DavidVelezPhotography]

Thanks! With the price of lumber, this video is so relevant!

[@aliciamarie3661]

I love your videos so much. The name says it all. Straight to the point and honest. Thank you ❤

[@brandonhaywood426]

I used this for interior window framing treatment. It looks great! I'll definitely keep this in mind for shelving built-ins!

[@anthonyloran4442]

Finger joint material is great, it's smooth and flat and made in a bunch of different sizes.

[@jerrycampbell9376]

Very informative, aye. I work for a local lumber/hardware company (Dunn Lumber), and will certainly use this advice with customers!

[@kerrygibbs8198]

You give a lot of great tips and present them clearly. Thank you.

[@kperellie]

I can't tell you how many exterior finger jointed brick moldings I've replaced over the years. Whenever I order a new exterior door I always negate the trim and either apply solid wood or whenever possible PVC. And both are very easy to build up and or profile if wanted.

[@mvblitzyo]

Another exceptional tip !

[@nicholedevries7658]

mind. blown. Didn't know that pre-primed pine was a thing. Thanks so much!

[@1mollymom]

Thank you! As a newbie I’m learning so much from you. Just purchased the drill and circular saw you recommended. These boards are perfect for the shelving in my laundry room. Would have never known were it not for you. 😊

[@TheHonestCarpenter]

Thank you, mollymom! I’m really glad the videos are helpful. I try to pull up as many of these slightly overlooked topics as possible. More coming. Good luck, and work safe! 🙂

[@Asiansxsymbol]

@@TheHonestCarpenter Stop calling it "pre-primed pine". That sounds like it's before being primed. Just call it primed pine; either it's primed or not primed, no need for the pre-. Pre-primed refers to the state of before being primed, aka not yet primed.

[@ronh9384]

@@Asiansxsymbol It is called pre primed pine at most lumber yards. It means “previously primed”.

[@cc1k435]

Good idea, and definitely can tell if it's been stored outside-- it will warp.

[@jimbryant2157]

I was just pricing an indoor storage cabinet project (using melamine) when I saw this video. Definitely a better and more durable solution. Thanks for the idea!

[@TheHonestCarpenter]

You’re welcome Jim! Good luck with the project!

[@congapilon]

Nice tip I agree I’ve used this material to build a decorative floating shelf and it was a snap!

[@TheLegionsofScipioAmericanus]

Thanks for another great tip. Great to see you back on KZbin, btw!

[@MrSluggo47]

Ethan, I am a DIY homeowner who, ten years ago, used pre-primed pine for interior trim of doors and windows. The only problem I have had with the wood is that sap has bled through the top coat of paint, leaving brown spots and grain patterns. Because of the primer on the wood, there was no way for me to know where it might happen so I could use a stain block like BIN to pre-treat those areas. Otherwise, I totally agree with your enthusiasm for pre-primed pine. I really enjoy your channel, thanks.

[@franklinjohnson3394]

Thanks for the info, my wife wants me to replace the wire shelving in our walk in pantry so I'm doing my research. Thanks again

[@UnarmedZombie]

Just finished part of my basement (office, home gym) and use pre-primed finger-jointed pine for closet shelves and window jambs. Highly recommend it for those applications.

[@rogercluff2640]

I was surprised when I watched the video that there was no mention of a couple more downsides of FJP, which are that Pine is a very soft wood so it dents easily, and also that Finger Joints tend to show through even when painted. I use FJP, so don't get me wrong - it's a fine material for some applications - but I use bare Poplar for anything that really matters to me, and I do the relatively small amount of extra work to prime and paint it. Poplar is more expensive and takes more time with the extra step to prime (BIN Shellac!!) but I feel much better about it when it's done.

[@Thick_Cut_Bacon]

Thank you! Will keep this in mind for my next project

[@catcar8212]

Wow I never really gave it much thought. I do mostly light weight work so I'll check it. Great info Ethan. Thanks so much.🌷

[@ssarraf6855]

Thanks for highlighting the excellent properties of pine and pre-primed pine. This wood is so easy to work with, it’s very gentle, light weight and good looking!! It’s as easy to cut as butter 🧈 😀

[@nemo227]

EXCELLENT video!!! I have a small project coming up and I WILL use this material for part of the project. Thank you. Thank you.

[@im58woody]

Top notch video!👍👍 Great information for building shelves.

[@chrisfrate]

Thank you,. Love the few videos that I saw. Especially love your first few sentences that introduce your video. They drew me in and I enjoyed all the content.

[@donbayan1057]

Thanks for making and sharing this video. Your professional advice will really help in my home closet projects

[@Fireboat52]

For your face frame, you can run your board through the table saw on edge to cut a very thin rabbit to remove the primer for gluing. Same for the edge of the shelf.

[@henryskinner1092]

Great tip. Keep up the good work. I can't wait for the next video.

[@bruced625]

The material I usually use for shelving is called radiada (sp) , which is pretty much the same thing. Great video thanks for sharing.

[@amandarsmi]

I've been looking at what to use for a new closet and this looks great. Thank you for this video

[@TheHonestCarpenter]

You're welcome, Amanda! Thanks for watching :)

[@bigbob3772]

@@TheHonestCarpenter What wood makes the finished product-(painted airless sprayer) look the absolute best? I've seen plywood etc and even painted look cheap and terrible. Money is not an object.

[@michaelsolano8733]

I used pre primed for all the trim on a modern farmhouse style renovation. It was great!

[@williamtilton8138]

You're so right I use it for cabinet doors shelving it works great and is cheap

[@David.M.]

Thanks, great information. I had never considered pre-primed boards before.

[@kevinxxx1387]

Thank you, Ethan. I'll need to do some of this work soon and I wouldn't otherwise have considered pre-primed pine.

[@CARuggs1]

Excellent suggestion. I have been using the FJ primed for my DIY projects whenever possible. I work for an independent home center and we carry the FJ primed poplar boards which are e en more straight and true than the pine.

[@kennyshepherd8311]

Exactly what I've been waiting for, clear concise instruction! Thank you!

[@lesliemc3043]

Perfect at the perfect time. I need to build closet shelves.

[@tomspallone1868]

Love your channel! Stay honest my friend!

[@tomtrahan8485]

you done good. you also have a gift in doing instruction videos.... enjoyed it.

[@njmikeche5575]

I've done lots of shelving with knotty pine and hit it with a coat of white shellac before painting. Your suggestion seems much cheaper and easier! I'm sure you're right it isn't as strong as solid boards, but for many projects I wouldn't expect that to matter much. People don't often store heavy loads in bedroom closets, linen closets, and pantries. I'd probably avoid that stuff for garage shelving though, heavier loads and more humidity variation to gradually undo those finger joints.

[@mfb6310]

agree, except re pantries - canning folks want a year's worth of jars full of soups, meats, broth, veggies, pickles, etc., etc.

[@kennethalbinson3581]

Use pre primed a lot, great stuff, great video!

[@turkeytrac1]

Great tip, I've used it as backing for trim around bi fold closet doors.

[@johnsinarwi]

best advice I've been given - many thanks !!

[@MiltonMorillo]

Interesting comments on the purpose of the pre prime materials.

[@richardstrada212]

Thanks for the insight since I will soon be building DYI shelves in my laundry room.

[@TheHonestCarpenter]

You're welcome, Richard. Good luck with the project!

[@maxvanbalgooy]

Thanks, Ethan! Terrific information, clear explanation along with benefits and drawbacks of using pre-primed lumber. I’ll be taking your advice for my next home project.

[@ppercl]

Any advice on how to secure the bottom self divider/support if my closet has a tile floor? I find your videos really informative and helpful. Thank you.

[@dalepete2854]

I didn’t think of using it on my closet project I’m going to check it out might save a couple of bucks and time awesome bonus

[@atweetythuyvi]

Didn’t know this is an option. Thank you!

[@PaiviProject]

Ahaa. Many times I go walking to wood isles just looking at the woods and dreaming of projects I could do. I love wyyd so much :) but I sure always skippa doo all the the pre-primed pine stuff. I'm gonna slow down next time. Thanks for the tips 👍

[@Carol-dx1lh]

Thanks so much for these tips! What about using on ceiling, looking for a shiplap board look? Would the preprimed pine be a good option for this?

[@howardbecdove9780]

Thank you, great advice. Do you feel like running some videos on how to design and install these kind of installations. When to use a base platform, attachment points, hiding screw fixings, ergonomics etc. These questions are what stump me at present.

[@stephenmayne4886]

Thanks for sharing this information.

[@benjaminreinhardt259]

Great tip. Thanks! Have some closet shelves I need to build that these will be perfect for.

[@sekritskworl-sekrit_studios]

Thanks, man! Also, what do you mean about "easing" the wood to hold paint better? What is easing?

[@Wisechannel12]

I’m glad I found your channel. Great info and well delivered. 👌🏻

[@TheHonestCarpenter]

Thank you Wise!

[@janemonroe921]

Thank you!♥️♥️

[@sandraanddelgray3180]

Who knew? Thanks for the very helpful info.

[@TheHonestCarpenter]

You're welcome, Sandra!

[@sandrecunha5297]

Thanks for the great tip. Had no idea this product even existed.

[@chenchen2895]

That is pretty good tips suggestion.It save me lots of time for my next project Sir thanks 😜👍👍👍

[@TheHonestCarpenter]

Glad to help, Chen Chen! 😀

[@dirtysalmonchaser]

great points on the pre primed pine

[@AdiAbhisPapa]

I recently built cabinets in my kid's room as well as a walk-in space meant for pantry and I used melamine boards. It's easy to cut too and provides better strength than pre-primed pine. I believe, the cost is almost the same for same size boards.

[@PapaJoeWalsh]

Brilliant! With the price of timber being what it is, I never even thought of pre-primed, but it can be 50% cheaper! Thanks for the great tip. I've already been Googling local timber merchants to see what they offer.

[@TheHonestCarpenter]

Awesome, you’re welcome, Joe! 😄

[@QuantumMechanic_88]

More awesome information and Thanks again . Give your dad my best wishes and have a great weekend .

[@TheHonestCarpenter]

Thank you, Quantum! Will do! 🙂

[@honestcarpenterconsulting8762]

Thanks, QM! Ross James

[@ianthompson9058]

Whish they did finger jointing in uk. Looks a great option and economical

[@bernedreadon]

In the southern hemisphere we call this a dog bar I think because the first brand available was called Dogyu by we shortened the name. That was 15yrs ago but now there are loads more brands available

[@bernardfrancillette1327]

Would you do more video ie suggestions about what kind of wood to use in specific projects.....?

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Great information! Thanks!

[@LarryB-inFL]

Good video! It's true, I never think of that stuff. Wondering WHY the finger-jointed boards are less strong, given what we now know about the extreme strength of end-grain glue-ups? I suspect perhaps they are not using a good PVA glue, so they can achieve faster setting joints.

[@tavo_gus10]

Great show, much respect! Thank you!

[@timmitchell5588]

Nice vid Cobber Here in Australia we love to use Melanie but I guess pre- primed had got its place. 🤗

[@arth.4196]

I'll try this material for a Medim Pantry build. Thanks for the U-Tube Video..