Build Cabinets The Easy Way | How to Build Cabinets

In This Video (part 1 of 3) I’ll show you how to build Cabinets the easy way
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[@gregjerome4258]

Dude, thank you so much for these cabinet videos. Pre-covid I had NEVER even used a circular saw. Thanks to your videos (and a small fortune invested in tools) I have successfully built CABINETS!!!

[@gabriellenojaim261]

Thinking of embarking on that now cuz I have a SINK ...but nothing underneath! Send pics of yours?

[@blackopal3138]

My cat was watching with me, and when you said, 'There's more than one way to skin a cat.", she got up and left the room...

[@LawDawg379]

😅 probably went to put a hairball on your carpet

[@Googaliemoogalie]

Probably went to read a book since she clearly knows english

[@tootybb]

I think I watched this video 100 times. One of the best cabinet series on YT

[@Googaliemoogalie]

There are a lot of other videos on KZbin tho

[@michaelthar8894]

I have been a woodman for almost 50 years. With that said you know I’m not into Technology, but as I learn more about KZbin and watch more I have to say your videos are superb. With your craziness and funny ways you are an awesome teacher to the new and experienced wood worker. You explain things without unnecessary talking and going on and on. Also your humor adds a lot. Love watching your videos and even at my age I learn from you. Thanks for making your videos for the next generation of craftsmen and crafts women.

[@adventuresoflink8583]

“It’s definitely not that hard” I’m gonna have to watch this video like 50 times. Very informative thanks 💪

[@omarbuildsit]

Best cabinet carcass built I ever watch and I’m not just saying that. When you don’t have to keep backtracking the video to try to figure out what someone is saying, now that’s a good video

[@eliutgarcia178]

I love your video series. It will be awesome if you include all the cuts measurements. From the video I get you are using 3/4 and 1/4 plywood as well as 3/4 sticks; but there is no mention on the height or deep measurements except the 3/4” and 4” height of the base. It will be awesome if you share all the measurements too.

[@michaellynch1159]

I always judge a woodworker by the number of clamps he has. You sir have my respect.

[@bluestar4201]

I like this video. It is easy to follow along, and I appreciate the humor. Thank you.

[@kentowens1746]

Thanks so much for making this video. I made a cabinet based on this video. A friend who makes cabinets stopped by and saw it. He told me it was all correct and asked where I learned how to make cabinets. I told him Boubon Moth Woodworking on KZbin. lol Thanks for making me look good!

[@j.sineduce6163]

It’s like your pre-narrating in your head so when you do your voiceover it’s almost verbatim. Whereas a lot of tubers just go through the motion. It makes your vids more fun to watch.

[@ewdtrey]

Just watch Chrisfix's page. He does an excellent job as well. Great info too

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[@ddeering93]

BEST VIDEO hands down on the simplicity of a cabinet carcass. Almost feel like I'm a hyena in Africa getting ready to eat my new found leftover kill. Thanks BMoth! I see a hoody purchase in my future to thank you.

[@AJ-jj9fc]

The single mitered corner on the toe kick melted my brain. Also I appreciated the posing before face-framing because those moves were slick and that beat was funky.

[@MeatyMcBaconBeacon]

He’s got the funk!

[@tbauer2521]

How else would you do it and still be right?

[@gordonthurmanii1855]

Dude, you have some of the better how-to videos out there...direct, detailed and to the point. Most mopes feel compelled to add time consuming footage of flora and fauna, or making coffee before they start or what they think is their "hot" partner to attract interest. Keep doing what you do. Thanks

[@landedinlukla]

Dude, your videos are awesome. It is the combination of information, humor, humbleness and self-depricating humor that is so attractive.

[@johnnydfred]

Proving once again, it’s not just about the expertise, it’s got to have engaging story-telling and informative presentation. Good on ya.

[@yisroelyachnes5800]

Thank you!

[@johnstarry]

That tape trick is genius !

[@3frogltd987]

Best 20 min I spent watching a woodworking video in a long time. A real learning tutorial presented in an entertaining style. Lots of useful detail but not tedious in presentation, the video moved along at a good pace. Great Job!!

[@cbrrider181]

Man, you don't even understand how helpful this was. I've just been commisioned to build a rolling island for a neighbor/friend and i had no idea where to start. I have a small wood shop that I have been building lights out of hardwoods in (I'm an electrician by trade). Stepping out of my comfort zone with this base but I'm super excited to shine on the live edge top. I feel much better after seeing this video. I already have the kreg jig so i guess I'm all set. Love all your videos. Your humor keeps it interesting not so monotonous!

[@edboggs4066]

Just watched your video on putting oily rags in your trash. That was a very eye opening and possibly a life safer. I was amazed how fast the temp went from a little over a 100 degrees to flames.Great video.

[@Lutzboater]

Best how to on cabinet builds on FB yet. Most entertaining, also.

[@Order-in-Chaos]

16 jackasses don't know that this is not FB...

[@TheOfermaimran]

Unclear about why any thumbs down...must be people just upset that some one else added yellow liquid to their cheerios....great work Bro...I learned a lot. Thank you

[@beernutsonline]

Yeah.. I mean, why bother? Or at least tell the author what you don't like..

[@hideouspenguinboy]

Jokes on them. It still counts towards his youtube points.

[@toshiroyakura3794]

Hideous Penguinboy p

[@tykellerman6384]

Great video good instruction pocket hole are great been using them for 30 years 🤠👍🔨

[@theDIGITALKUNGFU]

Just finished my kitchen; couldn’t’ve accomplished this without your videos

[@a.dejesus792]

Making the kick-plate separate is a brilliant idea. Thanks for the info. Leveling the kick-plate is easier then leveling a whole cabinet.

[@Ibaneddie76]

This is actually the best cabinet video I've seen on KZbin, a lot of other videos have way to much filler and extra steps. That tape technique foe glueing the kicker is fucking great.

[@eugenefl]

Educational while being entertaining. Straight to the point. Great descriptions. Pure quality content with no fluff. Fantastic. Subscription earned and ready to tackle my first cabinet project. Thank you.

[@Elmoriel.]

Well said! Me too!

[@derek9955]

Still going through the comments, but how do you go about attaching the kick plate to the cabinets? What’s the offset? 3” from the front and sides? Or 3” from the front and less from the sides?

[@leokay306]

Your 3 part series has been awesome! I found myself referring to them multiple times for the various stages of my build including my now favorite Blum under mount drawer slides.

[@mercerino]

Awesome. Thanks a bunch for the tips- and the entertainment.

[@tvfrance3667]

I have watched this video several times. Getting ready to put your classroom instruction to work. Thank you,

[@jkuglin]

What a Christmas present finding your videos!! Thank you so much for taking the time to build this 3 video cabinet making series! I am a beginner and have played / studied your videos over and over. I love your personality too as it shows during your presentation techniques. You are even a better teacher than cabinet maker and you are an outstanding cabinet maker!! Thank you for sharing your expertise so others can benefit.

[@ericplautz3622]

I love your videos, you are very entertaining and I appreciate you! "I've been framed!!" That one got me good.

[@rick4464]

made me snicker too.

[@tommydauphin1080]

Easily my favorite “how to build cabinets video”. My first time seeing your channel - subscribed! Looking forward to parts 2 and 3. Thank you

[@eastcoastnews9529]

Ty sir u are a great teacher. I’m building a truck bed camper. So I’m trying to learn everything. 🙏🏻god bless you sir 🇵🇷🇺🇸🙏🏻✊🏻✊🏻

[@oscarbaruch3086]

Dude, your work is great. I’ve learned so much it motivated me in to buying a miter saw, table saw and all necessary tools to make cabinets. P.S cool sense of humor, funny.

[@markstorhaug9989]

After all was said and done, how did you attach the kick plate to the cabinet?

[@pawpawstew]

One tip for your subscribers. For those dadoes, use a table saw blade with a flat top grind, or "FTG". That will give you nice, smooth dado edges vs. a ribbed surface that you'll then need to smooth out with a plane or chisel.

[@NewbTube69]

Good tip. Learned that the hard way with the table saw I borrowed

[@eddiemartinez9884]

I'll be building my kitchen cabinets in the next couple weeks (I've never build cabinets before) and your video was of great help. Thanks a lot brother, best wishes to you.

[@joserenteria1477]

Could you let us know how that turned out when you’re done please

[@margiesvanmori]

This is great! I am building out my 1988 chevy van home and I have been learning as much as I possibly can. ! month ago I didn't know how to use a power drill. Thank God people make tutorials lol

[@CaptRespect]

This is awesome. Not integrating the kickplate also allows me to use plastic leveler legs for my basement. I don't have to worry about water getting wicked into the plywood from the concrete floor or spills from my washer or whatever.

[@JMicheleS33]

Thank you immensely for sharing your talent, I truly appreciate this/you. My dad is a retired cabinet maker/woodworker and I never appreciated watching the process, I was too busy trying to figure out how to get out of doing my chores at his mill (being the only girl with two brothers, it wasn’t hard), but must admit, I always enjoyed watching/helping (in the way) when the blades to his huge lathe were being set, he could run customized molding for hours and hours. Cabinet making is a true art, of which you honestly have, can’t wait to show my dad your videos (he only does carvings now out of clay, which then he sends off to be bronzed), so THANK YOU again, from my heart.

[@dye187]

The tip on the back panel for cabinets with doors was a great tip. I probably would have missed that one on my first build.

[@spazyman44]

Love this series! Can you shed some light on why the kick plate layout wasn't symmetrical? There was a third, shorter piece that was off-center and I'm wondering why it wasn't centered?

[@josephnarvaez8686]

I have the same question. I love this content creator!

[@CashewsPlz]

My guess is because the outward facing corner that he only glued needed to be supported. There was no pocket screws for that corner so he used an internal piece to add structure

[@dennisdain987]

I would consider myself a low level intermediate woodworker, but watching your technics in this video I feel comfortable I could do this. Outstanding. Thank you.

[@devonfuginowskinstien7500]

As a builder this is the first time I had to build all my own cabinets this video had great tips and instruction

[@lifeanywhere]

I literally lol’d when you measured the face with your hands.

[@paulvolkmann2979]

I have actually measured a window with my hands. Louvered windows missing a pain, measured with my hands, cut a piece ... perfect fit.

[@lifeanywhere]

Paul Volkmann that’s actually impressive

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[@BarneyGumbl3]

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[@daviedood2503]

I dig the song at that point. 😂 Iust have the name of it.

[@MrArmy1984]

Every time you said "side piece", I took a sip of bourbon!

[@jeremyspecce]

I noticed the word "piece" and "pieces" showing up a lot so i did a text search in the transcript. 49!!

[@BigO1484]

Awesome video! How do you come up with a cut list that makes you efficient? Especially if you’re making multiple cabinets. A video on making cut lists while boring would be incredible helpful.

[@JimsRobot]

For me SketchUp make 2017 with open cut list works a treat

[@paulbest3172]

Great video! You do quality work that will last; I hope your customers recognize it. Big manufacturers cut so many corners in building cabinets, to say a few bucks.

[@donwyatt1516]

Just wanted to hand off a huge Thank You for your KZbin contributions on this channel, particularly the Easy cabinet build from this video. I just finished an 11ft wide Bourbon moth inspired adjustable shelf built in bookcase and implemented your idea. Success!. Thanks again.

[@shaunjones4379]

Absolutely brilliant thank you so much for putting this together, I’ve learned a lot and feel far more confident in building these. Best wishes, Shaun (UK)

[@thedavidfield1]

“Oo de lally oo de lally golly what a day.” I wonder how many others caught that. You’re hilarious man! I enjoy your videos.

[@krsteeg]

This was very timely as I am in the middle of a bookcase/cabinet project for the living room. I haven't ever built cabinets, so I am glad to see your very approachable techniques. Love the video and I am looking forward to the next parts of this series! I am subscribing for sure!!

[@rodneyharris8739]

Thank you very much. You explained the process very easily and now I'm going to go in my garage and become a cabinet maker. Thank you again. Lol

[@randypritchard8196]

You are the man! I really appreciate the links to some of the gear you are using. I have been a carpenter for almost 30 years and have never seen those square clamps. Thanks for the hooks ups.

[@emilykoch4123]

12:54 😆 yep, we’ve all done that. “Where the eff did I set my tape measure?”

[@j.davidslaugh5761]

Always Always Always. Tape Measure, Square, Utility Knife, and that board I was just going to cut. OOPS never mind I already cut it.

[@JohnVanderbeck]

The "Yay Big" measurement process.

[@patrickdevlin3164]

I have watched this three times and laughed out loud at this every time.

[@Hill139]

Love this video series! One question, how do you attach the kick plate to the cabinet during installation?

[@onthetrailwithrobandluz3520]

I have the same question...

[@Hill139]

@@onthetrailwithrobandluz3520 I ended up just cutting out the plywood for my kick plate. My cabinets turned out great, and I used the rest of his tutorial for the rest of the cabinets.

[@brentwiley3330]

It was explained to me by a cabinet maker to mount the kick plate to the floor 1st ensuring it's level. Then mount the cabinet to the kick plate through the bottom of the cabinet into the kick plate. As long as you build your cabinet square it'll be square when you mount it. I like this method way better than building the pick plate into the cabinet and it's easier to square a kickplate than a cabinet.

[@briananderson7030]

Thank you so much for this series and channel. You've instilled enough confidence in me I was able to convince my wife I could build a bathroom vanity. Now I have to design it. I have one end/side that isn't up against a wall. I can't tell from these videos if your cabinet overhangs the kick plate on the sides or is mounted flush. I don't have much wiggle room because of the water lines. If flush mounted do you just use more epoxy to hide the line? If it is overhanging what distance looks best? Thanks again

[@briangasper2766]

Good stuff!! Way to simplify and actually keep my interest long enough to encourage me to watch every bit of the video!

[@garyh4458]

I like using dados on the face frames. It's more work than pocket holes but it's pretty solid.

[@b.lemire7453]

Can you give us some guidance on the depth and height of the cabinet? (I know the width can vary). I'm also wondering how the depth of the cabinet determines the length of the Bloom undermount drawer slides (as shown in part 2)? Is there a rule of thumb for drawer slides? For example, (these are random numbers) if the depth of the cabinet is 20", then you buy 18" drawer slides. Thank you for an awesome video!

[@b.lemire7453]

PS. I'd be willing to pay for plans for these cabinets via your website.

[@cjlucas8694]

@@b.lemire7453 Standard base cabinet height for most locations such as kitchen/bath (desk areas may be lower) is 34 1/2" from the bottom of the kickplate to the top of the cabinet. Standard overall depth for base cabinets is 24" (from very back of cabinet all the way to the front of the faceframe). You are correct in using slightly smaller slides than the base cabinets depth. 22" slides are most common for 24" deep base cabinets (Because the actual depth of the cabinet will be less than 24" and more like 23" and that 1" of space in the back leaves room for rear-mount slides - which I'd recommend - if that is the style used to install the drawer.) As for Upper cabinets, 12" is standard overall depth and height varies, but most common are 30", 36", or 42" with the upper cabinets installed 18" above countertops which will help determine the correct height. -Been remodeling kitchens for 4 years now.

[@remembermeimages]

This was amazing!! Brother, you had me lmfao while also learning so much from this video!! Appreciate it.

[@dclar128]

Love the content as always. Curious on the toe kick why did you add the extra cross piece is that just for additional support or is there a specific reason it was added on the one side? Also how do you typically attach that part to the actual cabinet carcass? Sorry if you said it and I missed it or if it's in the follow up vids. Thanks!!!

[@randallgardner8999]

This too is triggering my OCD. Why the offset center brace on the Toe Kick, Mr Moth?

[@ryanzimmerman6838]

I think it's for strength because the miter is just glued with no fasteners. I feel like I have heard this explained before. Maybe.

[@michaelball252]

Most of the time, I hate it when youtubers waste time goofing off and not just giving the information, but for one thing, you don't waste much time but more importantly, you are funny and entertaining. Great information!

[@JorgeGonzalez-pm8ki]

It's so easy to watch your videos, i learn a lot from them thank you.

[@ilv2so6]

Help, I watched all three parts on building your base cabinet with drawers. I some how did not catch the part where you attached your kick box to the cabinet

[@keshavramnarine9728]

To me its like the base, so you don't bounce your toes.Extends your cabinet to your knees. Also you can glue pocket screw your kick box to cabinet from the inside of the kick box.

[@johnnyblm1]

He said he doesn't. He attaches the kick box to it's home position and levels that. Then when the cabinet sits on it, it's already level. Then you just attach the cabinet to the wall. The the parts aren't directly connected.

[@joshuadunkley1]

omg I cracked up when you measured the front of the cabinet with your hands held about "this big"

[@jaderedford9970]

How wide is your poplar face frame pieces?

[@mikeglass3601]

I like the way you used the force to open your garage door. I also open my garage door using the force.

[@ericbagdasarian7781]

I love you brother. Learned sooo much from you!! You are a genius!! Bravo! Bravo!! God bless you!!! Take care of yourself!!

[@tradingwithturner2463]

Could you put the link to your table clamps you used to hold down the face frame...

[@Bourbonmoth]

Yes I’ll add it in a minute

[@bigkight]

Hey I watched all three videos. Great job. One question. I didn’t see when and how you fastened the cabinet to the kick plate.

[@dadmakesmuffins]

I'll second that Q

[@ryankelley2976]

Third

[@burgbuilds]

4th

[@reddawgrup1779]

Been answered SEVERAL times in his replies.

[@timnagy2411]

@@burgbuilds been scrolling through 1000+ comments looking...

[@JayReidy]

"Clampy thingies." Love technical terms

[@secretwoodproject]

The look at 7:57 is so funny. I love your videos and am a new subscriber. I have built many boxes but am new to cabinet building. Thanks for the informative and not boring vids.

[@SethCorbinMusic]

This makes so much sense. Thanks

[@GopherWoodshop]

Nice job man, I can tell you the have making boxes quickly thing down to an art, if you were just making this one box how long would it take you, without filming?

[@paulbuffington9709]

To upset the most viewers, while doing the face frame, use pockets holes and a domino.

[@peterfitzpatrick7032]

... and biscuits 🙄😌

[@outbackinteriors7656]

Or just glue and nail straight to the box. I used to face frame separate but takes too long

[@funkyfan444]

This was very relaxing. I don’t have a lovely workshop like you, but i think I could apply some of the techniques, building at home.

[@diegoconde2728]

Love at first sight. You have the unique ability to transfer your knowledge to others with clarity and precision. Gifts reserved for true masters. 👍👍. I have to subscribe, great video.

[@peterlabat1527]

Woodpecker, clampy, thing-a-ma-jigs. My favorite part of the video!

[@StoneSoupVideos]

Once again you've given me ideas to start off my day, and left me w a smile and a laugh here and there to boot. What else could a man asi for? Appreciatecha much brother, thanks for the inspirations!

[@TJ-vl2zl]

This dude is badass..knows his carpentry...im just starting to try and learn about cabinet work..

[@fisherlady408]

You are not only talented but hilarious and fun to watch and learn.

[@etwariagillette8681]

You’re bad for days! My husband and I LOVE your work. And your sense of humor too! Blessings

[@santanalejeune507]

Man, I wish more people on here were as straight to the point. Great job! Thanks for the tutorial

[@jdjones8176]

how long did it take you to collect all these tools and did you start out rich and just buy all the stuff at once ? lol legit question

[@mrBDeye]

Did you buy all your fishing lures all at once?

[@dondig2617]

I like this mans videos and he's got to be fun to be around thanks for the videos.

[@clara0hernandez]

Superb presentation. Ditto your diction & pacing. I'm no woodworker. Wish I were. But I like how to's & need cabinets. Good to know what to look for. Love your comment on toe kick height: " No need for 4".

[@JamesMoore-r3w]

Great video. Interesting to see different perspectives personally I learned to make cabinets where you dado out the back of your face frame and fitted your plywood into the frame and was able to hide your Fasteners instead of nailing directly through the frame. To be honest, if you're painting them, it doesn't really matter.

[@joediduch5457]

I like the way you explained in detail an not really any horse play! Im about to start building my cabinets for my butlers pantry an this video explains alot! Thank you

[@lindalambert2677]

I’ve just discovered this channel and could listen to your voice all day!

[@bessieyoung69]

I've been geeking out on your videos like crazy! You remind me of Deadpool for some reason... 🤔

[@Faruk651]

Omg dude I watched a lot of diy kitchen cabinets and you have the best and funnest one.

[@Cajundawn74]

Awesome! When you don't have all the fancy tools this is great!

[@MrBeard-ig5zc]

The easy way? If you have a shop like that, everything is easy.

[@SuperSaraSized]

LOL my thoughts exactly! I was just gonna ask if he could do a video on how to make cabinets without the giant table saw and all the fancy stuff that most people dont have or can't afford

[@aaronhess3081]

@@SuperSaraSized replace the table saw with a circ saw (which he did use) and a good saw guide. Everything else is hand tools...

[@krismckenzie1802]

I bet this guy wasn't given a Powermatic tablesaw by birthright. Get a used jobsite saw for not much more than you pay for a new skilsaw. It won't be as convenient or as easy, but you can do it. I built and sold stuff for 25 years before I got my first (used) cabinet saw.

[@pietervanderwesthuizen2319]

Great idea to fill the seem between the face frame and the sides wit what looked like an Oreo at first. Thanks.

[@bmayotte]

I only watch the videos for the sick beats and dance moves. Rock on dude.

[@davidliddle7998]

Brilliant work

[@gilbertruvalcaba6639]

That was AWESOME never thought I would build my own cabinets but thanks to you and your sense of humor. Imma give it a shot. Keep it up

[@ifell3]

I'm so glad I've subscribed to your channel 🤙😊