How to Build a Cabinet Drawer by Jon Peters

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[@mmanut]

I'm a Carpenter going on 35yrs. Getting old! Enjoy your work. Your attention to detail is what I enjoy. Many craftsmen start to drop the Fine details that can make a very ordinary project into something very special. Don't ever change. Really enjoy your channel, thanks for all the hard work and entertainment. Vinny

[@rudyardgomeas6042]

Could you please explain why he left such long tails at the rear of the drawer?

[@datadev1]

Nice tour Jon. Most people just see a house they like or not but a group like this can appreciate the craftsmanship.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

WoodRodent Thank you

[@fish37]

I like these longer videos....there is quite a bit of info,short videos tend to leave much of the details. Thanks for all the great content!

[@JonPetersArtHome]

fish37 Thank you appreciate it

[@richarddolbow7431]

Love your trim work. You make it look easy . When I'm working on one of my projects and make a miter joint that requires little or no sanding, I call it a "Jon Peters" joint. Keep sharing your woodworking project.

[@ctvwrest]

Love the painting on the back of the cabinet. Great idea!

[@jamesdoherty97]

Nice one fella, its always good to see a helpful professional share his knowledge to the needy.

[@sjbl1962]

Jon, your videos just keep getting better. This one is packed with information. Knowing that you have had this project hanging around for 6 years is some how reassuring that there is hope that one day I will finish a few of my "hanger-on" projects. The details you show and the tips you give on finishing are appreciated. The tour of the room was great, thanks again for the trim tips. I had noticed the ceramics their story was appreciated.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Scott L ha : ) yeah 6 years goes by to fast. Thanks Scott, Appreciate it

[@mattbellomo6066]

Seriously cannot get enough of your videos. Amazing talent and attention to detail. Thanks for sharing!!

[@edwilliams8520]

Excellent project demonstrations. Easy to follow and inspiring to a novice woodworker. Thank you.

[@SethMesser]

thanks Jon, as always, I gather so much info and knowledge from your videos. extremely informative and helpful!

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Seth Messer Thanks seth

[@echoewest2685]

Nice video, nice work. You are 100% correct with the "how does the trim end" sentiment. Sometimes the first thing I look at is how the trim ends, it really tells how much thought went into the work.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

EchoE West sure does , thanks man appreciate the comment

[@WoodenCreationz]

Thank you Jon for a great video. I love playing around with simple woodworking, only because I have never been shown how to do fine woodworking.... till now. Thank you. I enjoying learning from the things you make. They are beautiful!

[@JonPetersArtHome]

WoodenCreationz Thanks man

[@CVD-di1xn]

Try laminating a piece of formica to the bottom of the drawer pan before assembly. It works especially good in kitchen and bath cabinets. Sinks, water valves and drains will always leak and don 't forget about kid's tooth paste tubes. The formica offers a little extra protection. You will never regret it. Keep up the good work. I always enjoy your videos. Dave at Niagara Falls.

[@Rutce125]

I love watching your finish work, it always gives me ideas for giving an ordinary dull item that little extra push.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

John Gragg That's great man thanks for the comment John

[@sweetpapa]

Thanks for sharing Jon. I like your daughter's art work on the back of her shelf. I appreciate your solid explanations and I learned a lot for my cabinet project. It's great to see you wearing a dust respirator when using the table saw. Breathing wood dust into your lungs is no joke. You have to protect your health.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thanks Doug

[@acraig5075]

6 years is nothing. I've had projects that have taken longer! Nice video, very informative, thank you. I never would have thought a drawer front could be dressed up so nicely. You are an expert at moulding. Nice!

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Alasdair Craig ha ha : ) thanks man

[@tdavey5599]

Hi Jon, It would take me 6 years to make a drawer that fit let alone that was square--everything you do always looks and fits GREAT!! You have a lot of patience and you are very precise--you are indeed an inspiration--thanks for your videos Tim

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Tim Davey hey Tim thanks man I appreciate it

[@socalrunningback]

I've been on youtube for months trying to find a great wood working channel! This is great! i like the way how you are detailed with your work. Im a first time home buyer trying to fix a lot of things myself to save money. i just bought new crown molding and i'm getting ready to make a build in entertainment center in my bedroom, which is actually how i came across your page looking at drawer ideas. but all in all just wanted to say thanks for the video and i will watch a few more of your videos to get some more tips and ideas. keep them coming!

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thank you I really appreciate it, good luck with your new home

[@darrendaly9365]

Great work again Jon as a carpenter myself I must say I learn a lot from ur videos keep up the good work 👍

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thanks Darren

[@danieltaylor8347]

This video has a lot to like. I like the way you made the drawer with the left over space at the rear, and the quarter inch dado for the bottom. Then topping it off with the drawer front trimmed out that way. Very nice, neat design that hit all my OCD buttons. BTW, I could only use one knob because you have one on each door above it.I hate to take sides, but your wife is right on this one. The trim in the hallway is especially nice. Great idea for when I get to my inside the house refurb. Many great ideas and great builds in all your videos brother. Keep em coming!

[@Spartan1234ish]

Really really nice work. Kept it clean while using screws, amazing. I've done roofing and siding for 20 years and I'm retired from it. I've always had a passion for wood shop because it provokes ones imagination and creativity. I like your eye for detail.

[@driver902]

Great video! Thanks for making it all look simple and straight forward. I liked that your not intimated to use screws. Also nice seeing some of the other details of the entryway.

[@HamdyMohamedZaky]

Love those detailed videos , thanks a lot Jon.

[@abelnieto432ify]

Absolutely beautiful work Jon!!

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Abel Nieto Thank you Abel

[@paulmcvicar9648]

Great video. Appreciate all the extra tips.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Paul McVicar Thanks Paul

[@adnanlami5373]

I enjoy watching this guy making all kinds of stuff I learn lots from him I think he is a genius thanks

[@raitasorin]

So far The Best video ever I've been seeing

[@CheapskateGardener]

I really want too build this as I have a spot in my house that seems too have too much wasted space and your video really breaks it down and makes it a bit easier for people like myself , thanks for posting

[@JonPetersArtHome]

That's great thanks for the comment

[@AlWheelin]

Great ideas and simple construction on drawers, Watched the video all the way through so I wouldn't miss anything. Definitely learnt a couple things I will use on my next build, thanks.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thanks...glad it helps

[@christopherkouri2317]

Another quality build. I really enjoy your videos so i bit the bullet and subbed. Keep em coming, i always learn something. Thank you!

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thanks Christopher

[@roberharpane3524]

Absolutely great work brother. Two days before Christmas & my family wants to know what I want as a present,, YOUR WOODWORKING SHOP! LoL! You use them to perfection,, good job. That drawer front pattern is simple but nice,, I like the clean lines somewhere in the midst of contemporary & traditional. Glad I stumbled across this video!

[@LutherBuilds]

Great job on the drawer and the entryway. I have to make a couple of drawers for my tv cabinet and this video gave me some great ideas and tips.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Joshua Luther sounds good thanks for the comment Joshua

[@sc0rpi0n0]

Thanks man. I searched how to build a cabinet drawer. Now after watching your video, I have learned to build my whole house.

[@dougminer7658]

thanks jon I tooked a lot off ideas from you thank you very much Im from algeria (north africa )

[@benjaminramos3978]

Good job John I've learned a lot from your videos thank you so much

[@AdamCraigOutdoors]

you are a master in the trim/finish department. By then i have lost my patients and just want the job done. Happy Thanksgiving from your neighbors from the north!!

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Happy Thanksgiving Asam

[@burningbernie]

This is great. Very straight forward.

[@daledeimel1833]

I used high wain scooting because I grew up going to the east cost, Boston. I love the look and it works for me. Great job and thanks for the video.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thanks Dale

[@markrhoads7890]

+Dale Deimel Guys I am leaning step by step woodworking at *TopFineWoodworking .Com* Recommend to all you guys who wants to learn advance level woodworking ________

[@anthonyfiore7971]

Really enjoying your Channel and your work Jon. Thank's for sharing

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thanks Anthony

[@francoismalavaud6230]

outstanding advice to building a garage

[@UnwindandPegs]

great video. very informative.

[@ladylike7002]

Hi Jon i love all your work and it helps me allot. Fan here from Philippines

[@anythinwithanengine6384]

I like how you made the drawer front I've never seen it done like that. Good vid thanks

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thanks Tom

[@stevesteves8915]

Very nice, Jon - I especially like the idea of the moulding on the drawer front - And, again, this was a nicely paced video (long enough to be informative, not too long to be boring - not for me, anyway!).

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Steve SteveS thank you , appreciate it Steve

[@dedduck87]

Awesome video as usual Jon!

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Bob Thanks Bob

[@janmajitshankar447]

I love all your videos, your work is so clean. Amazing job!

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thanks

[@shareefsahab4193]

I like the way you work and the perfection in it, which unfortunately we don't see in most Asian countries... I'm a FAN of yours now...

[@stijnhaki]

thanks for sharing!

[@InCountry6970]

Nice video and well explained

[@w0mblemania]

How about a compromise? No knob! Just route out a wide groove for the handle, looks elegant, and two hands can be used. Might even keep Mrs Jon happy. :)

[@jessasdad]

Great video Jon....I would put some UHMW Polyethylene Tape on bottom of the cabinet where the drawer runners set....It will make it glide smooth as butter.

[@moneymagnetelizabeth]

Great work, again, learned allot and enjoy watching your videos. Shared.

[@user-de8se5dq9i]

Хорошая работа. Молодцы!

[@tracybrislin]

Great Video! Love the ceramics your friend made and the display space for them. Perfect! The mirror you made as well! please comment on your proportions and reason for them, Really like how you tell us the reason for your choices i learn a lot!

[@prathap.t8841]

Stylish superman cabinet drawer I watched, very nice and beautiful, very interesting to watch, your face reflecting tone of good man, so that only again and again I am watching your shows with so much of love and eager.

[@wetnewf]

Nice work.

[@jeffharmed1616]

Thanks for that excellent video. Drawer pulls take up a lot of my thinking and in your case it is not a problem since a protruding pull will not get in the way. It is only the final look that counts. With hindsight, it might have been an idea to put a lip on the face frame for that.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Jeff Harmed thats a good point Jeff, thanks for the comment

[@nickk1502]

I've begun to notice how most trim is cut at a 45 degree angle when it meets the door frame, and it always reminds me of how you like yours to dead end with that extra strip around the door. Broken record, but man what a difference! Thanks for the vids and info Jon.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Nick Kelsoe Thanks for the comment Nick, yeah makes all the difference

[@oscargonzalez4274]

Sir I enjoy your show is very nice job you do and thank you for share with us

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thank you

[@TitusLivy777]

Very nice! I know it takes a lot of time to set up your camera for such a detailed, high quality video, but the results really make a difference. Glad I found your channel!

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thanks I appreciate the comment

[@chriss1183]

Good video man...

[@geoffreyterilli2864]

nice and fast way to make a drawer with no hardware needed to be installed. You do a really good job explaining your craft. You give good ideas and are able to articulate the finer things that go into it. Look forward to more videos.! Thanks

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Geoffrey Terilli Thanks Geoffrey

[@pavlamoewes5657]

I love white... Love your house :-)

[@africancichlids3011]

nice job

[@EveryOtherDayWoodWor]

Beautiful job, good recovery on the bloopers. As a question could you have used a countersink drill bit combination apposed to drilling twice Thanks.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Every Other Day Wood Working I'm not sure if you can get one that small

[@adamshelley7826]

Hi Jon I always enjoy your videos. What kind of cool pocket hole jig is that? Love how it automatically adjusts to the board's thickness.

[@alparkopp]

Nice workmanship! You seems to be of European descent!

[@spotlightinspect5540]

Great video Jon! could you share details on your pneumatic pocket hole jig? Thank you!

[@meanders9221]

The drawer front trimmed out nicely, looks great! Curious about the bottom, though. You could have gained additional strength and rigidity by gluing the plywood bottom into all four sides. Why did you use that traditional drawer bottom technique that is intended to let solid wood bottoms expand?

[@mabovuhomefurniture]

Nice bro

[@MikeKapotsy]

Jon, I like the cabinet, very cool. Never seen a Kreg jig quite like that. Is it foot activated?

[@WILSON.1]

Oh okay, you didn't use a drawer slide. No need to answer my question on your paint part of this video series! The drawer looks beautiful!

[@dutenn]

Thanks for your videos! I would like to drawers and cabinet doors with this same exterior finish but all be overlay. The cabinet doors main panel would be inset and frame attached to the panel would be overlay. What concealed hinge would be looking for with this geometry?

[@anthonyforeman7122]

Thkx J.

[@jonnysweeny]

I like your pneumatic clamp for the pocket hole jig -- is that something you made or bought?

[@spyderx92]

Jon, what king of screws you used to hold the sides of the drawer? Great video.....

[@lass-inangeles7564]

What precise and beautiful work! A true master woodworker. Just to confirm, you said you put on a latex base coat of white paint on cabinet, then you added a finish coat of oil enamel paint? I did not think this was possible. Did you have to sand down latex first? I made the mistake of painting my RV wall cabinets in white high quality latex paint. I gave them an oil primer base coat, then latex. I would really like to use oil paint if I can Please confirm I can do this!

[@hegraque]

Hi Jon I enjoy your videos, you doing a brilliant job. I have a question for, could you tell me watch is the model or name of your table saw fence, I will try to find they here in UK. Many thanks

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Henrique Rosa Thanks, sure it's a powermatic table saw with a biesemeyer fence

[@jdr8331]

Great video. Why did you choose not to use pocket holes for the the construction of the drawer?

[@ladygardener100]

Maybe cos he is teaching methods, evryone can manage these jonts,

[@haroldobrien4322]

I like the flooring, plywood sun with hard wood glued to it, as opposed to floating floor. Do you think it can be done on a slab at grade cement floor in a lager area? I'm considering flooring options for a kitchen/den area. Not looking for a guarantee just your thoughts.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Harold O'Brien not really sure about larger floor

[@simeonbanner6204]

Hi Jon Lovely work. What's the point of that kind of piece of thin wood at the bottom of the cabinet. The piece you screwed in? I've seen them on old furniture before.

[@frankingram3382]

Great video Jon be safe and wise and use one knob. lol

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Frank Ingram good point : ) thanks Frank

[@kachilda]

+Frank Ingram Ya. the house is the womens no matter who's making the payments. One nob. lol

[@ofwdad5893]

Nice work!! Sub!!!!

[@mociu2000]

what are the measurements o the inside ace trim? I know that you use 2.5" rails and stiles, and you found a nice balance with the inside trim to go with it. What is the width and thickness o that piece?

[@ratty2012]

No locks or slides? Keep it simple. I like it

[@frankteslik5225]

Love your videos, they are so informative! Curious to know how the draw stop works with the drawer since there is no material at the back of the drawer bottom to catch on the stopper? ! Did you add an extra strip of timber to the bottom of the drawer that wasnt included in your video?

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thanks Frank, The bottom of the drawer front hits the stop that I screwed to the bottom of the cabinet,

[@WadeSmith19]

I thought that was cool you let your daughter paint on the back of that dresser. Nice job on the drawer too

[@ItsAdventureTime1]

Love your videos! I have one question though; I always see this huge beautiful red barn workshop, but when you are working it looks like you are in a small room? Do you have a shop tour video?

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thanks Jesse...here's a link to a shop/barn tour: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l16Yg5qhes6snLM

[@sethmeistergee]

Thanks for making the video. Why didn't you need drawer slides for such a large drawer? Aren't you worried about wearing the inside of the cabinet via friction with use?

[@williamgeorgelopezjunior8533]

sethmeistergee I was asking the same. It looks nice. But my line of thought is that I wouldn’t be willing to use it knowing that wood on wood contact would drive me crazy the more time goes on

[@havenisse2009]

did you consider using drawer slides for this one ? quite a heavy drawer if it fills with things. just curious.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

havenisse2009 I did but i think it will be okay, the drawer is for mostly hats and gloves. a little wax will help

[@jerryhubbard4461]

time for you to invest in the Kreg pocket hole jig and screws.

[@wtkempf869]

How much did u take off your measurements for drawer gap? Thanks. Great videos

[@JonPetersArtHome]

about 1/8. Thanks

[@mikesmith2102]

when you glued the plywood to the cement floor did you use a vapor barrier?

[@terrymulgrew9885]

just found your youtube videos, are there written plans for your videos?

[@RSLWoodworking]

Jon, when you assembled the draw it looks like you are using panel screws or trim head screws. Am I correct?

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Trim

[@arnoldgerdsnerter9741]

Well whaddya know....Norm Abram is back!

[@ladygardener100]

John, I see you used black screws, i have lots of different woodscrews including some of those, but everyone uses Posidrive in the UK,. I have a box of Torx,[ just trying to find best screws for the dreaded chipboard cabinets], but they dont self countersink in to the surface which is sort of plastic Could you make a vidoe on that subject ty

[@pixjoe100]

Hi John, looks like biscuit join can service the same purpose. Is that right?

[@JonPetersArtHome]

sure

[@dmfor9001]

Dress code in the shop is a high standard. That’s my church going shirt.

[@SJChip]

I really appreciate the approach and the aesthetic of this drawer. The ONE "nit" I'd like to pick was the joining of the drawer using screws into the end grain and the screws being visible. As you're already making something like a false-front (see below), I would like to point everyone over to Jay Bates' video on drawer construction using pocket screws: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qXy5oGCogdtgjZo As long as you're using a false front, pocket screw joints are stronger than screwing into end-grain plus the benefit of no visible screws. BUT IMO, the real star of this show is how you build up the face of the drawer using trim rather than the more common approach of laying on a whole piece of board up front. I saw this on some old English furniture (to hide thru-dovetails) and I'm glad to see others see this as well. Great *approach* to the project. I'm subscribing!