Building TWO Vanities for half the price of buying JUST ONE | With Build Plans!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Full build plans are now available for both the 36” and 48” vanity! www.johnbuildsit.com/store

[@MrRahluv357]

John I did but your plans abs they were a great help. Thanks again

[@thomaslaws6483]

Just bought one hell ya. Love your work. This is going to be first time build for me.

[@deanowright359]

watched this video over and over. finally woke up and bought it this morning. bought plywood and poplar yesterday from lumber yard. starting the build today!

[@deanwood51]

Here I learned a trick from a kid after 35 years and never gave it a thought. I love the corner blocks. Those corner block aesthetics truly set these cabinets off. Really good job kid. You earned a subscriber...

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Dean Wood haha thanks a lot I really appreciate it!

[@BiancoInstruments]

I like the corner blocks nice touch

[@michaelmatchee]

agreed, nice touch and that little extra piece really adds to the build. pinky toe saver hahaha.

[@booifojoe]

@@BiancoInstruments First thing I noticed. Really draws the eye. Nice.

[@ainnoon2]

because of your comment, he has earned another subscriber.

[@stevenrago7632]

This is the first video of yours that I've seen, I have to say that you are indeed a skilled mechanic. Your idea for the toe kick has actually found its way on a project of mine, so thank you for the idea. I always try to find different designs to use and this one clicked right away. I look forward to seeing what else your minds eye creates.👍

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Steven Rago that’s awesome! Thanks for watching man!

[@EastRiverHomestead]

Oh! Love the toe kick. Simple design that is easy to clean around.

[@locoken]

All the "thumbs down" votes are actually cabinet makers who are upset they didn't think of half of the tips John uses in his videos. Nice work, John. I learned a thing or two and am glad I watched. Subbed as well. Looking forward to your other videos. (used to work with a cabinet maker and you have some good tricks of the trade that even I haven't been taught).

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Haha wow that’s crazy to hear! I appreciate it!! 👍🏽

[@chuckblier]

I agree with you.... I am a cabinet maker and was impressed with all the little measuring and placement techniques he uses... end result is great! nice work. Not everything has to be hand milled walnut and hand cut joinery to be a good build.

[@plumberpsa3512]

to help keep the foam insulation on the table when cutting down the full sheets, use some of the command strips for hanging posters. They're removable and hold well enough to keep it from slipping around.

[@raulsoto2088]

Me encantan tus trabajos... Tu estilo, limpio, ordenado, detallista.. veo una y otra vez tus videos.. te felicito, un saludo desde Chile 🇨🇱🇨🇱🇨🇱🇨🇱🇨🇱

[@abladd]

Thanks for showing the steps clearly & concisely with shortcuts to completion that don't compromise the structure of the cabinet! Your finished project looks great. My family has many custom woodworkers, including myself, & there are way too many DIY shortcuts that end up being horrible long term "solutions".

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Absolutely true! Thank you!!

[@rtkevans]

Awesome build, nearly flawless! Because the vanities will be exposed to moisture, and will definitely get wet at least once when installing the sink plumbing, better protect the raw surfaces with poly. Also, a trick to trimming off the edge banding quickly is to just straight up sand the excess with a random orbital sander. No need to fuss with razor and sanding block!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

I’ll definitely give that a try next time! The way I’m doing it is way too time consuming haha thanks for watching!

[@richbaker8211]

That toe kick look is absolutely brilliant, love it! Will absolutely be using it on my projects in the new year. Thanks from the UK!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks for watching!!

[@karencurtis2697]

Wish he was from the Uk could buy products from store we have here. I'm so impressed

[@deanowright359]

watched this video over and over. finally woke up and bought it this morning. bought plywood $36 per 4x8 and poplar $1.75 sq ft yesterday from lumber yard. starting the build today!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Awesome!!

[@shaynesimpson7131]

Would love to see the build plans, thank you.

[@topredbirdfan]

Phenomenal! I have built several vanities. Watching these tricks will save me a ton of time in the future. 👍🏻

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks for watching!

[@OVHabitats]

I love the toe kick detail. I also like that your square is always in reach.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you!

[@tesla_3_performance]

Imagine being able to just build any furniture you see instead of buying it 😮I'm just getting into carpentry myself, built a pump house and deck so far 👍

[@7143179394]

I really like the detail for the toe kick. Makes boring toe kicks look so much better

[@JohnBuildsIt]

I agree!

[@40goose40]

You make it look easy! However, you also do a great job explaining everything. And you show some tips and tricks that are absent in other woodworking videos. Thanks! Subscribed.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks a lot i appreciate it!!

[@marcelw6440]

The thing I love about KZbin is the wealth of knowledge and experience at your fingertips. I would've never thought to save scrap blocks of wood for future use to adjust ANY of my tools. Looks like I got a project for the week. Subscribed and followed on the gram.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you! 👊🏼

[@randyrandolph9709]

Toe kick is awesome whole build is sweet nice job

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank You!!

[@Hateweek1984]

I can dig it alot of good tips...went to school for trim carpentry and cabinetry...and am still learning I love woodworking...

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks for watching man!

[@amandasampson479]

OMG your attention to detail is second to none! Love the toe kick and the handy tips for aligning and installing doors and drawers!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks for watching!

[@holdemNE1]

14:12 Very nice tip. Thanks for showing. And yes, I really like the 45 degree toe kick addition.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you! 🙌🏼

[@thewoodworkersjourney3314]

After watching this I feel like I can make my own vanity...thank you!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

The Woodworker's Journey awesome!! Thanks for watching!!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

John McMahon drill, circular saw, Kreg jig. $100. There’s always cheaper/different ways to do things.

[@baccus61]

@@JohnBuildsIt And a good quality square. Everything turns out right and falls into place if you get it all square right from the very beginning. And lots of clamps or you will have to wait a few hours in between drying times if you only have a few.

[@Shaleeyah123]

This was about the best $8.00 that I ever spent! Since I don’t have a router table, I built the drawer fronts out of solid maple(gluing required). I really like the look. The Kreg drawer guides worked great instead of using scrap spacer pieces. I used 1/8” Strips of scrap wood under the drawer fronts as spacers. Because this was a first for me, I didn’t glue as many parts as you did, figuring that I might need to some steps over. GREAT PLANS AND ACCOMPANYING VIDEO! I’m a subscriber!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Awesome man! Have sold quite a few plans but haven’t got any feedback yet so I appreciate it!

[@lionelhernandez34]

New twist in the tow kick I like it alot actually, thanks for sharing

[@JohnBuildsIt]

lionelhernandez34 thanks for watching!

[@boatdetective]

Elegant! 100% common sense. Well engineered. Excellent forethought in terms of jigs and alignment. Thank you!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

I appreciate it thanks for watching!

[@ONEpocketKID21]

Great vid, incredible skills!! Love the little tip about putting the clamp on the diagonal to square up before screwing too!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks for watching!!

[@viluvaboy]

Excellent work! These look better than the expensive cabinets in the big box stores and are clearly built stronger can’t wait to do this type of work myself!! Inspirational!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks a lot! 👍🏽

[@isaacocasio3165]

Let me start by saying that this was easily one of my favorite videos on building a cabinet. Simple, paced nicely, explained very well and the little extras were amazing. Just subscribed and can’t wait to see what else you’ve done. I. Also curious about the tops, where did you get the countertops from? Links?

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Purchased locally at Menards, couldn’t find a link, sorry!

[@adivek23]

the little tips and tricks are why I like woodworking videos. like the spacer block usage in this one. most people don't think of those things even if they use them.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Scrap wood spacer blocks are my favorite tool! Haha

[@vansage2691]

What about the tops? Who made them? Nice build and the toe kick is a nice design

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Van Sage we bought them from Menards!

[@corbinscharnhorst7415]

Wow! I am a cabinet maker by trade and your attention to detail, organization, and cleanliness is great, man! Inspiring! I can learn a lot from watching guys like you!!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Corbin Scharnhorst wow I really appreciate that, thank you!!

[@ridelive6249]

Two things: 1) I wish I had a garage like that. 2) I wish I had all those tools in a garage I wished I had in #1.

[@CurmudgeonExtraordinaire]

I wish I could just *find* the things in my garage... :)

[@jaspermatty]

me too and #3 the skills to build this stuff! Oh and #4, no fear of table saws and and routers.

[@codysett1]

Block in the corners of the toe kick cleaned it up amazing

[@JohnBuildsIt]

🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@2Peachcobler]

Love your build. Wish you lived next door. I have a sewing room calling out for your expertise. Nice shop.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Haha thank you!! 👍🏽

[@joehughs1122]

Bro, when u say u will post links to everything u used, u really mean it! The only person I have seen be this thorough in posting the links! Good vid, good build!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Haha helps me make a few cents! Hopefully will add up over time and make it worth the effort lol thanks for watching!

[@giovannibarresi7277]

Wow, looks awesome. Your work is amazing! Love the video. Oh and the toe kick mod is a great addition

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you!!

[@choprpilot76]

Been on KZbin for years but just found your channel this week. I’ve really enjoyed your videos. I’m a home woodworker myself and have made many cabinets, so the only reason I clicked on this one was because I noticed the toe-kicks in the video thumbnail were different. Otherwise, I’ve seen to many cabinet build videos and have built PLENTY myself. I wanted to watch your video because of those toe-kicks. I love it, they look great. So much in fact I think I’ll use them on my next cabinets. You do very nice work, you’re very professional and very detail oriented. Nice job. You have a new subscriber.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

I appreciate it thanks for watching!!

[@-DIYPRO-]

Looks awesome. Looks like Rigid sponsored the build, haha!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Mech Master I wish lol too much free advertising huh!

[@1982MCI]

John Builds It how do you like your rigid jointer? I do a lot of cabinet work also and really need one for the rough cut lumber I use to build the doors with but haven’t been able to decide on brand yet. I’ve looked at rigid and it seems like it’s well built but have never used a rigid yet. Thank you and take care

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Don Pfeiffer I have no complaints with it, works perfect and the price was right! I’ll eventually upgrade, not because it’s poor quality, just because it’d be nice to have a bigger one for a lot of the stuff I make

[@HM13.]

One of the best woodworker on KZbin. Literally all the project builds that has the looks of those furnitures from a high-end retailers 👍👍

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks a lot!! 👍🏽

[@DONphantasmo]

I've got to say, John. Amazing job. I love how simple this build is, yet gorgeous, elegant, and truly would look great in any bathroom. Yep, new subscriber here!!!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Romeo's Relics thanks so much! 👍🏽

[@terrystewart7341]

I love the look of that toe kick style. Very fresh looking compared to the old style that is used everywhere. Nice work and excellent video.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

I appreciate it thanks for watching!

[@carolewarner101]

Dang, I watched this to see you make those integrated concrete counter/sinks! Where's THAT video???

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Carole Warner haha they’re marble. BUT I will be doing a video next on pouring concrete kitchen counters!

[@markchurch524]

Love the toekick. Nice option. Thanks for sharing.

[@JoetheOK]

Good job explaining things. Too often "how to" videos assume that everyone knows why you did something.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

JoetheOK thank you!! 👍🏽

[@MP_Indy]

@@JohnBuildsIt The tools list is great. Any chance of adding a materials list? I love the eye catching title "2 for the price of half" but I'd like to price what you used and I'm not even a full beginner yet.

[@Alim_Hapov.]

Великолепно, просто великолепно!

[@nicknickpalad8798]

@@JohnBuildsIt 0.

[@markgardiner9028]

The 45 degree block is a great idea for the toe kicks.....I will be using this in future builds. Thanks

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks for watching!

[@jaspermatty]

His wife must be madly in love with him....and his skilz!

[@jonathanking6546]

The toe kick detail is brilliant

[@mnight207]

That toe kick looks really nice.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Midnights & Mornings thank you!! 👍🏽

[@JimHaysTechGeek]

Very impressive. Beautifully done with readily available materials.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you!

[@trippy1v349]

I just lost any confidence I may have had in being a man after watching this video

[@brucelutz5699]

i have been doing the toe space detail for several years now & i have to say its nice to someone else doing it. mention to homeowners that its easier to clean floor.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

bruce lutz nice! I saw something similar on a cabinet at the store and scratched my brain for a minute figuring out how I should do it, and then it hit me and was all too simple! Haha love the look!

[@DanKoning777]

*Well done,* especially the look of the toe kick corner blocks. IF I had a concern, it would be the "iron on edging" in a bathroom where the humidity is high on a regular basis. I've used it before w/o issue, but not in a bathroom.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Hmm good point! I’ll have to keep an eye on it to see how it holds up!

[@barstad-9591]

I like the toe kick detail. Looks good and easier to clean than a 90 degree corner.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

barbara kvistad thank you!! 👍🏽

[@johnchisholm8994]

That corner block is a killer add in... Love the look it gives as well. Good video!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks man!

[@rickfenton2401]

Just purchased 48” vanity plans.. excited to get started!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Awesome, enjoy the build!

[@rembink]

great video - straight to the point - no grand entrance or stupid intros - stayed on point throughout - most videos today are garbage

[@JohnBuildsIt]

binky777 thank you!! 🙌🏼

[@rembink]

@@JohnBuildsIt AND - you did not beg for interaction to boost your video - true professional - we are a web development company - this is just my extra account to speak my mind unfiltered - rarely do I credit anyone - incredible job on the project

[@tommywalker5348]

I'm in the tile trade and watching you reminds me of how much I enjoy my line of work and your attention to detail 👌

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks a lot man!

[@matthewson1000]

Your work is SUPER CLEAN brother. I'm enjoying it. Thank YOU!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks man!

[@cajinguy218]

Probably one of the best cabinet builds I’ve seen. Very efficient and clean. I’ve “subscribed.” Thanks!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you!!

[@ralphlivingston894]

The mitered block attached to the toe kick is brilliant! It’s a huge aesthetic improvement. (I think even I could pull that off?) The small details are what change this from a really nice build...to an exceptional one! Great job, great idea and a really informative video. Thank you! (I just bought the Kreg clamp based on your recommendation!)

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks a lot! 👍🏽

[@crazebamm]

Haters gotta hate it’s their jobs. Bro great video, no background music, and picked up tricks I never thought of. You got a sub from me man keep up the great work!!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks man! 👍🏽

[@bryandiel6773]

I love Shaker style cabinets. Nice work John, and made better than what big box stores have

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you!

[@Rocxy5046]

You make it simple to understand, i wish I had more tools to get my vanity. Wish we can borrow tools or have someone cut specific items.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Tool rental places are always an affordable option! It can be done with a lot more basic tools than what I used too 👍🏽 thanks for watching!!

[@tpondick]

The corner blocks at the toe kick are tight. Love that.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you!

[@johnisley4578]

Now this is one of the best and easiest vid's on vanity making. Excellent work AAA. Regards John from OZ

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks man!

[@kevin7151]

Excellent work on these cabinets. You are a true craftsman.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Kevin thanks a lot!!

[@butchford757]

I really like the build. Corner blocks are a nice touch. Personally I would have used dados for the bottom shelf just to add a little more support and rabbit the back and left a 1/4 inch on the side to scribe to the wall.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

There was a 1/4 and scribed to the wall👍🏽

[@foinkle]

Fantastic video! One of the few videos I've watched at normal speed instead of 1.5 or 1.75 speed! So clear and concise in all your explanations. Great, easy to see camera angles. And the end results are beautiful. Thanks!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

I appreciate that! 👍🏽

[@johnluniewski1791]

Really enjoy your videos. Toe kick detail is super simple and easy and adds a whole nother level of quality and look. Great Job!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks a lot! 👍🏽

[@tundrawhisperer4821]

Those shaker doors will always be in style! It’s a classic look!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Tundra Whisperer I agree! Thanks for watching!!

[@tonybland8684]

This is a very professional video. Easy and enjoyable to watch and with the list of everything use attached this video is very helpful

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you!!

[@danielbarrera55]

i wish more videos like this, with plywood and forniture , is amazing your work !!!!

[@InOverMyHeadz]

Your carpentry skills are exquisite.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks man! 👊🏼

[@huckleberry6781]

I liked the detail on the toe kick. So simple yet different 👍

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you!

[@kurthodge12]

Great build. Toe kicks look great too.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you! 👍🏽

[@andylittle8000]

Awesome build man. I’ve seen similar shaker cabinets made of melamine go for thousands!!!!

[@amysays3980]

I really like and appreciate your attention to details. It shows pride in workmanship. Awesome toe kicks. Two thumbs up! 🥰

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks a lot!!

[@rasmuskurten8455]

Probably the 100th cabinet build video I've seen, and still learned a bunch! The gravity part was genius!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Rasmus Kurtén thank you!! 🙌🏼

[@faizalnur1170]

Good Explanation..and straight to the point...thx..Im from Indonesia.. terimakasih atas video nya sangat membantu..

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you!!

[@jimbinger]

The toe kick detail is a very nice touch. Well done!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you!

[@chestnut250]

Beautiful vanity! This is the first video I've seen of yours and, I have to tell you, very well made! You do an excellent job of explaining each step and the reason you perform the steps. Also, you speak very clearly and are well spoken unlike some DIY pages. I'm going to put your techniques to use when I tackle our hall bathroom remodel! I envisioned something very similar to what you just made for the sink vanity, but floating (i.e., not touching the ground... mounted directly to studs). Thank you for the time and effort in making this video! -Dan

[@JohnBuildsIt]

chestnut250 thank you for the feedback I appreciate it!!

[@jonw6376]

Very nice. Thank you. I like the 45° toekick.

[@sdcofer52]

Nice work, very clean. Funny how something like the toe kick generates such a big response.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Steven Cofer haha I know right! Thanks for watching!

[@dienekes4364]

I think I'm going to add that toe-kick corner to the cabinet in my master bathroom. I like that look.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@jasongardner2894]

Nice toe kick detail, gives the base a more hefty look. Simple and effective

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Jason Gardner thank you! I like the more custom look! 👍🏽

[@jens2763]

These are gorgeous. I've been wanting to reface my kitchen and bath cabinets with mission style doors. And I love the kickplate.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you!

[@tlanc1283]

Never thought to put the faces of drawers on like you did...clever!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@gasanchez84]

Nice video! I need to replace a powder room vanity and I was debating building vs. a Big Box purchase. After watching your techniques, decision made. See you later Big Box!

[@tomasmucha2133]

Great job and practical for the non-professional woodworker.....like me.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks for watching!

[@henrywahlang3198]

Truly Worth watching highly precise and accurate cut love it

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you!

[@dmonk926]

lol this video was posted 2 days after I made my own first vanity, and I was looking around KZbin, tho I never found any videos with this quality, but I still managed to produce a decent product, maybe a 7/10. Now I'm ready to start a new vanity project and it'll be even better, and faster, thanks to this

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks for watching! 👍🏽

[@luukdeboer1974]

Holy smokes. My mouth fell open while watching this, what a craftsmanship! Those cabinets are way better then those over expensive melamine faced chipboard cabinets. I could buy a whole bunch of tools for the price of one of those. I only wouldn't use MDF in a wet environment

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks! Good primer and paint, the mdf door centers will be just fine, combined with an exhaust fan in the bathroom of course👍🏽

[@bentswoodworking]

Those are beautiful!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Bent's Woodworking thanks man!!

[@NelsonReyesJr]

Awesome job! All you need now is some dust collection for your DIY tracksaw.

[@delikone]

Fantastic video. Thanks John. I'll be buying the plans to do one myself. Keep up the great work.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Awesome I appreciate the support!

[@stevemoog3740]

I’ve been making custom cabinets for a while now. Your video is great. The quality of the work shows some real potential. I did like the inside miter block. Nice detail. Kreig tools are awesome. Very quick and solid type work.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks a lot!! 👍🏽

[@TwinWolfWoodworking]

Great video. I happen to have the same table saw and the portable router table you have. You might be pleased to know that if you drop the plastic legs from the table, you can mount it perfectly in the table saws right side (the fence floats right over it as well). It provides more surface for the saw and serves as a convenient "small shop" feature.

[@iamwilreyes]

Great job! Love the toekick aesthetics.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you!

[@robb4751]

Love the detail on the toe kicks

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you!