Build Your Own Walk-In Closet! | DIY Room Makeover

Have you always wanted a walk in closet? Got a spare room that's not being fully utilized? Join me for a full tutorial on how to turn a spare room into a beautiful walk in closet. I'll be installing engineered hardwood, wallpaper, crown molding and modular shelves to turn a builder-boring spare room into the ultimate storage space for shoes, clothes and travel bags on a budget. Let's go!
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[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

The material list Is now on our website: homerenovisiondiy.com/blogs/news/custom-closet-materials-list

[@tjandkatie]

You're the Dad everyone needs. Thanks for all the good info.

[@SLO_5oh]

This man has walked me through redoing all 4 of my bathrooms and kitchen. I'm sitting on the couch looking around with a puzzled look and the wife asks me what's wrong, I showed her who I'm watching and she rolled her eyes. Haha. She's knows what's coming next

[@Toxicetc]

YOU HAVE 4 KITCHENS?!?

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Well done. Cheers!

[@vidalexperience]

So trueeeee - Jeff Thorman is the man!

[@SLO_5oh]

@@Toxicetc 4 bathrooms..

[@harryl7946]

Oh yea! Wife just looked over my shoulder

[@michaelmaclachlan2152]

It's never been a better time to be a homeowner, being able to get all these valuable guides in the palm of my hand!

[@Clopuszanski]

I gotta say you have the best dyi show on the internet. I am a 20 plus year glazier. I do all my own home renovations because I’m poor with 6 kids and have to. Anyway. Recently have been redoing my house and having your channel to refer back to has helped me bunches. Thanks you are the best and I love your job site humor on older half fast projects your replacing. Thanks. ✌️

[@gymleaderaria]

As soon as my husband and I started doing our walk in, you upload this. Bless you x)

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

great timing. Cheers!

[@Onza1227]

Wife and I busted out and redid our entire bathrooms with this dude. I’m good in the construction field but not at everything because some things I don’t know , like the little in between crap. We cut in niches and new tile from the studs out

[@dl7423]

this channel is becoming the go-to-channel for DIY projects

[@vidalexperience]

IT IS THE GO-TO! :)

[@clarkgriswold-zr5sb]

I've been a weekend hack renovator for 30+ years. I thought I had a basic handle on a lot of stuff. But I bet there are at least 3, 4 "lightbulb" moments with every video of yours I watch. So many years of doing it the "hard way." Thank you!!

[@whatsnext9657]

Thank you for your transparency and showing us even the mistakes We’re likely to do.

[@LoveCutiesIllustrations]

I still haven't finish my dressing, but I started after watching you doing this - and I'm impressed I was able to do it! Well there are some mistakes, and some things are not perfect, and I run into a lot of problems, but I'm so proud of myself. Thanks a lot for all your videos and hugs from France 😘

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

formidable! Cheers!

[@benmo6609]

Great video Jeff. I saved it when it came out before i bought a place and just finished installing it in our new house. $560 canuck bucks later and it turned out great. Cheers.

[@stig]

I can even listen to this while not watching!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

everybody needs a little Kermit the frog in their lives i guess!

[@carlo111468]

To nail the 3/4" melamine panel to the wall, what size brad nails did you use? Will 18 gage, 1- 1/2" works fine?

[@jamesholland7268]

Another informative video, thanks. Regarding installing the last row of flooring, they make a tool that helps with that. I think that it is called a slap bar. It has a wide flat edge with a perpendicular lip that sits between the wall and the flooring. The other end has a place where you can hit it with a hammer. This makes it quite easy to pull the joints together. My father and I have used it numerous times to help with various types of wood flooring, as well as, laminate.

[@DaneElshof]

I have a weird nook in my mudroom that I've been dreaming of turning into a pantry and this cabinetry solution is perfect for it! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Glad it was helpful! Cheers!

[@julieanncheshire9960]

This was SO helpful. I am going to use some of these ideas to build a shelf as part of a kitchen fridge surround.

[@14luirod]

Anyone else having trouble finding the plans for this project? Loving this system btw, meets and exceeds all expectations for the price point and seems easy enough to tackle over a weekend with a little help

[@trevordrumm3212]

I'm also not seeing a link for the plans either. I searched the website for "closet" and couldn't find anything. I agree though - this looks incredible! I'm about to build my wife's walk in closet shelves and this is exactly what I needed. Now we just need to find the plans!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

The plans are back on the website now. homerenovisiondiy.com/blogs/news/custom-closet-materials-list Cheers!

[@stig]

You are awesome. I will forever remain subscribed!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

You rock! Cheers David!

[@jgprice9990]

I dare to imagine the number of youtuber’s who made reno vids based on what they learnt from you. Absolutely love your channel especially after you taught me how to paint perfectly! Even im shocked at how beautiful my cut-ins are XD

[@dankelley9361]

Great job with excellent advice & method for building a custom closet setup for under a grand!

[@VideoWatcher89]

Thanks for the video. Would have loved to see the crown molding install.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

we have that video coming real soon. Cheers!

[@sontdp]

Can we get an updated materials list and/or plans? Looks lilke this is a an older video you guys reedited(cards missing as well), that old video 404's on your site. Thanks for all the great help these videos have been!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Sorry Tony. Send us an email at [e-mail] we will get you the plans

[@cesarcolli1042]

Sweet. I just learn how to cut a hole to move the vent. Thanks !!

[@billsedutto8824]

Jeff you’re my hero! First off brilliant job with this closet. Good idea Turing a small unused bedroom into a walk in closet. My one concern with that is have you down graded the house from a say 4 bedroom house to a 3 bedroom? That usually decreases resale value doesn’t it? I redid two regular double sliding door closets and a semi walk in closet with the prepackaged kits and they were anything but a time saver. I spent so much time cutting everything to length that it would have been faster and easier to do it your way. And I did make a couple mistakes measuring/cutting which brings me back to my first point. I can now show my wife that even a master contractor like Jeff can make a mistake measuring occasionally. Cheers!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Not afraid to be human. as for the value the same model home with 3 beds was only $10,000 less. this closet upgrade has more value than that. Cheers!

[@gergemall]

On my list for out renovation. St Louis Mo. Hundred plus year old house . Thx Jeff.

[@sabrinamontgomery6964]

32:30 “It’s all about the quality of the joint.” 😉😉🤣

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

got that right Sabrina! Cheers!

[@margaretobraztsov7697]

Jeff thank you so much for your videos!! I have learned so much about drywall from your drywall series! I am excited for when we are ready to work on closets!! THANK YOU!!!

[@genefajo3452]

Thank you for posting all your DIY videos, i came across your video yesterday and have binged watched several. Your voice, pace and tutorials are so easy to follow. Love the fact that you demonstrate, explain and problem solve. You inspire me to undertake small projects. Your the best tutorial I have seen to date. Keep inspiring

[@harryl7946]

Got a drop zone to build once we get into the new home along with the master walk-in closet. Wife wants drawers too! 😏 easy squeezy

[@sandrapetit9999]

Thank you soo much. You showed me in a way that the average female who has never DIY can do this. Great explanation!!!

[@FaceFoiled]

I have a neighbours house next door. Same principle right? :D Great video, my wife is getting too many ideas now.

[@Rexag]

I hear ya.... oh , I want that!🙄. I just finished converting kitchen cabinets to pull out sliding shelves ... that’s an exact science... gotta be perfect too. That’s my requirement Lol

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

That's awesome!

[@michelvosje]

I watched it all! You're making great videos as always.

[@vidalexperience]

15:34 shows how awesome that new walk-in closet wallpaper looks as a youtube backdrop too!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers Julien!

[@Aepek]

We also never used laser back in the day either; so much nicer and easier to carry than an 8 ft level…👍🏻

[@jo9364]

Love your work! AND Your sence of humor! 😊

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Glad you enjoy it! Cheers!

[@Toxicetc]

Jeff I don't think you're giving yourself enough credit. This may be an easy thing to do, but doing it as well as you do it as fast as you do? I don't think many people, regardless of how long they practice, could do it that well haha wallpaper usually looks like ass but you made this look like a real wall

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

cheers years of experience does help with the speed.

[@tanyastinson4633]

I simply love you. Not in a creepy way, but in a deeply appreciative way. ;)

[@DrLoveQc]

Nice! I did something similar in my walk in closet years ago. I took ikea 1x4 kallax vertically and they are floating. Also a 2x4 kallax (with free extra supports from ikea) to get a neat surface to fold clothes and jewels boxes. one side with 2 poles for shirt and pants, another one for long coats,etc.. Im no carpenter but this one was easy since it can look custom but use cheap available parts. keep the great content coming and more with the church transformation!

[@tngo4042]

Awesome Video Jeff

[@amyprichard224]

???? I LOVE your channel!! We are in the midst of completely remodeling our Montana home down to the studs and beyond and you have helped immensely!!! With everything from drywall to plumbing to …. We also turned a bedroom into our master bath/closet and this episode will be a lifesaver!! What do I do when using the laser level if the floor isn’t level?? Thanks a million!!

[@laydann4889]

Its almost like you put out videos as im planning to do a project. Plastering the walk in now and just seen this video. Thanks alot jeff!!

[@flameoffirefortheLord]

I love how you explain things , thank you

[@toddalley6803]

Great video. Would you mind sharing what size nails you were using and what you did with all the nail holes. Thank you.

[@TheoneDragon51]

Absolutely awesome video. This will definitely help me with my honey do list.. How about some off-the-wall bench seating. With storage underneath.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

great idea. I did a mud room upgrade a couple months back.

[@patrickfritchley9210]

I had to go around my whole house about 12 years after it was built and fix all of the vapor barrier because it was not installed correctly. The reason why I know that it’s because I was getting mold on the sheet rock.

[@danacanoutas730]

I'd love to borrow Jeff for a week!🥰🥰🥰

[@TealWalls55]

I just bought my first house and we're moving in next month. There is no storage at all (crawlspace basement, unusable attic, no garage or shed). First project is to turn the extra bedroom into my dressing room. Thanks, Jeff!

[@kennethfranco3330]

Awesome video but i noticed that the wallpaper was not glued to the wall at 54:12 on the floor trim side when you put the first piece of trim did you fix it? Cause that will just keep coming off

[@homeblt]

I was looking for the plans for this closet on your website, but can't locate. Am I blind or looking in the wrong place? I'm glad I found you. I have 2 bathrooms to renovate & a basement to finish...and I'm building a 2nd garage under my deck... miles to go before I sleep!

[@richarddavis5542]

Very helpful video.

[@barbie3166]

Incredible!! We will be moving next month and have this same setup in that house. I searched for help with making a new walk-in closet/dressing room and found this. Woohoo!!! Thank you so much!! 🫶🏻

[@bennywollinmusic]

I think I can use this video to convince my wife that I need a compressor and nailer. Thank you!

[@katyaakinchyts7946]

Thank you for ur videos I am just nervous if that will be enough to hold the weight

[@MrMonozzz]

can you make a video on what you need to know when buying a house that was mold in it. ( hull house) can you make a video on how to deal with big mold. calling expert ? products? air test etc.... ty great videos!!

[@splanzza]

Hello RenoVision Crew. So just to verify I understand this correctly … all the nail holes you filled with drywall joint compound, which I can understand and then you paint over it? Thats what I do not get. What paint works with melamine? That material is slick already so not sure how would you paint over it not to be very obvious. If I am missing something please advise. Looking to start veeeery similar closet reno asap. Overall great video to provide one with enough confidence to finish such a project with success. RenoVision classic I should say. Perfect every time! Thanks in advance and Happy New Year.

[@grummblebear]

Hey Jeff, I just moved into a new rental and one of the two RG6 cable wall outlets doesn't work with my modem at all but the other one does. I can't identify any obvious problems with the cable that is inside the wall and the outlet plate does not appear to be the problem because I've swapped plates with the working outlet and still nothing. I was hoping you could help with some tips/tricks but if not that's alright too. By the way I love your content and I hope I remember to refer to your videos on KZbin if I can ever afford to buy a place of my own.

[@subconsciousmomma]

love this thanks , I wanted to put up wall paper you made it super easy and clear. appreciate it

[@danielwallace7795]

Lot's of good stuff on your channel but I love this project the most so far. One question I had was how do you cross cut the 16" melamine to fit the ceiling height? Thanks

[@benmo6609]

Use a 12" speed square and cut it with a circular saw. measure just less than the height of the ceiling since it'll be hidden by the trim moulding he used in the vid.

[@theblindmomnextdoor]

This turned out so beautifully!!! ❤️

[@brittanywood1760]

I love Jeff so much! His positivity and explanations make me feel like I can do anything! Btw I love that wallpaper but can't seem to find it with a search. Is there a link to where you got it??

[@noahb.7838]

Very nice 👌

[@erincampbell810]

Thanks for the tutorial! One question: did you say you painted the MDF after filling the nail holes with joint compound? Did you paint it all or the the outside facing trim? Thanks!

[@christopherking2999]

Just in time. Thank you, thank you.

[@iWeasel410]

Loved the vid, already remodeled 2 30yr old bathrooms in my home following you. Question on the cabinetry - how would you adjust your gable dimensions and kick panels for a carpeted floor? Or would this be no adjustment at all, just measure compressed carpet to ceiling?

[@cleoburrows]

Where is the video for installing the crown molding in this closet? I can't find it on your channel.

[@michaelkay3945]

A good video would be a breakdown of roi of home projects if done yourself. All the comparison charts online seems to be based off if hired a contractor to do the work. Thanks!

[@tilliegeedey644]

Laughed out loud when Jeff says to put your pen down - my pen is always at the ready for a Home Reno video. :) Are the plans still available on the website? Unfortunately I seem to be striking out at finding them.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Sorry Tillie. Email us at [e-mail] we will get them sent to you. Cheers

[@shannonbarnum]

@@HomeRenoVisionDIY found the plans on your website but I have searched and searched for the crown mounding you talked so much about… any suggestions? You also mentioned a you tube video where you show how to install it, watched the whole closet video but can’t find details on the crown, please give me some direction. Thanks!!! 😊

[@Aepek]

Also, would definitely use my Snitty (auto, architectural vinyl wrap cutting tool) to cut this wallpaper. You can get cheap ones (2 for $10 & under) or pricey ones (1 for $40+) and I’ve used many types and price points. Guess what, they all work and cut the vinyl, paper (CHRISTMAS WRAPPING PAPER, what use during holidays for wrapping and it’s a game changer must, imo) and on,y diff I’ve seen…. The cheaper ones use cheaper blades meaning gotta change sooner AND are made from plastic and break easier. More expensive ones usually combo metal/plastic/etc…and use higher grade blade (so they claim, but guess what, same blade that works in cheaper ones most likely will work in expensive; so don’t need to buy expensive refill blades, fyi) so don’t need to change very often. Is it true, imo, no….but, what do I know😀 ✌🏻

[@Theferg1]

Great video and info!! Sir what type of laser level is that? Thanks

[@becca1927]

Personally I still think the traditional way to hang paper is better, mix up paste apply by brush to the back of paper and hang

[@derekalexander4030]

What an awesome job Jeff. Maybe I missed it but where did you actually buy the panels and trim? The links brought me to Wayfair and Home Depot but only to the general store not the products.

[@HaloIXILegionXIXI]

I can't find these either...

[@guitfreak666]

Hi Jeff, awesome video and great tips here 👌 I assume the brad nails are leaving visible holes in the melamine panels, do you have a trick to hide them easily?

[@benmo6609]

He mentions it near the end, little bit of mud and go over all the brad nail holes

[@64arguz]

Just in time, I purchased a very small property…not enough closet for my wife , my daughter and myself 🤪

[@jerrymay3806]

Ido soo know that feeling!!!

[@clarkgriswold-zr5sb]

Thanks!

[@melissapatton7124]

Became a member in hopes of finding the plans with no such luck. Am I missing it?

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

the plans are different for every room. if you watch the video and follow the steps you will be fine. Cheers!

[@rachatrabelsi7240]

Can you please share a link of the steel rod used in this project? Thanks!

[@Gotprivacy-noyoudont]

Can you explain the 1/2” barrier around room?

[@beardedelephant3023]

Great video. Just had a company come over to give me a quote for a small custom closet makeover and they told me $4200 and that was with 40% off. FOH. Where can I find the item list for the closet you showed here? Thanks again for sharing all your work.

[@usables4028]

Thank you for this video! :)

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Glad it was helpful!

[@matthewrosenfield1640]

How many labor hours should the build take minus the wall Paper and flooring part?

[@cleoburrows]

What type of saw blade did you use to cut this without it chipping?

[@chandrashekaravijaykumar]

What is the floor vent which was used? I don't seem to find it on your website. You said it is a new innovation in floor vents.

[@jessicaphillips1950]

I need to do this. We have an extra room I would love a walk in closet 😳

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Do it. Cheers!

[@revelation12ministries51]

What about finish work, you didn't cover any of that did you? What all did you caulk...and how did you cover up and hide all of the nails?

[@americandude3825]

Do you think, (instead of sanding and redoing my hardwood floors), doing a high quality LVP in my home will decrease the value? I am in a big subdivision and the homes all have hardwood on the first floor. The whole first floor (about 1500 sq ft) is hardwood. The wood is good but the protection / urethane layer is worn out. The second floor and third floor are carpet. It needs to be replaced. I want to do lvp in the whole house (3500 sq ft) but I don’t know if I should replace the hardwood (cover it) with lvp because I’m scared it will depreciate the house.

[@maruthiguda2037]

Can we add doors and drawers to these melamine cabinets? Is melamine strong enough to hold doors/drawers in long run ?

[@mikemerc74]

The part with the vent on the floor would’ve taken me at least 3hrs

[@Delekham]

Like Elmer Fudd once said when hunting Wabbits: Be Veerry, Veerry Careful!! But let's be honest, Elmer never was careful enough. It seems Jeff was though. Most people will not get this post and those that do? WHOOP WHOOP!👍👍👍👍

[@krysg3752]

I have a new construction home in Texas. Under my carpet is concrete. I had wood floors installed but they are glued in. Your way using nails looks much more appealing. What do I need to install over my concrete in order to lay my floor with the nails?

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

a subfloor system and plywood, but that is not very practical for you. Cheers!

[@isabelstaples198]

Love your videos and tutorials. So how did you use or utilize the existing closet in the room? I've been wanting to do this with a spare room.

[@piggiesshadetreemechanics3657]

Steelcase Office? If so, did you come to Pittsburgh, Pa to work with Franklin Interiors to do a huge install for Mellon Bank? in the mid 90's?

[@envivany]

Are 18 guage brad nails really strong enough to build furniture? I'm headed to the store and want to know if its better to get a 16g finish nailer or a 18g gauge brad nailer

[@61mhall]

Great Video! Perfect timing. I’m planning on doing the same thing- convert a small bedroom into a walk in closet. However, have one question. I have baseboard instead of forced hot air. Any advice on getting around that? Thanks much in advance

[@denarioty]

Great job on the install but, I have some existing wallpaper already installed that I want to remove, can you do a video on removing wallpaper?

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Posted one a few months ago: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jaOumGmEe7Gon9E cheers!

[@denarioty]

@@HomeRenoVisionDIY WOW thank you! Much appreciate it!

[@leaesguerra4794]

Hi, we are planning to renovate our small kitchen with a limited budget.We don’t know where to start. Do we need to hire just the contructor , or an interior designer first. Or just go with the kitchen renovation company and let them do everything..

[@cherelleroberts4316]

Where did the cabinetry come from? If someone wanted to add Tempur glass shelves for closet where could they get it?

[@allennatanel1270]

Any tips for a 9 or 10ft ceiling? Should I just cut a small 1-2ft piece on top? Also what if you have metal studs? Do you need to use screws or can use pin nailer?

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

pin nailer works fine for metal studs. for tall ceilings build the 72" section and then a custom 2 shelf box for above.

[@MaryThorsen]

Where is the link to the design plans?