Kreg Kitchen Makeover Series Part 1: How To Create New Cabinet Doors

Learn how easy it is to update your kitchen! In video #1 in this series, master carpenter Gary Striegler shows how to begin refacing your kitchen cabinets by building new doors. With Gary's great tips and some awesome solutions from Kreg, you can complete a kitchen makeover yourself!
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[@michaelh7527]

Its people like this guy that makes KZbin a wonderful tool for the DIYer. Many projects seem tougher than what they are. I was prepared to spend thousands of dollars on new cabinets. But for a fraction of the cost, i got all the tools I needed. I used premium appearance grade wood, took my time, and learned to stop when aggrevated or unsure.... I built and installed a full set of kitchen cabinets and base cabinets that look professional

[@KregToolCompany]

We're glad to hear that!

[@Danko88]

I made some cabinet doors exactly like this using Kreg system. Came out quite well for my first time making shaker doors. Then I started looking at profiles and trying different bits to create an outside profile. Ended up trashing the entire lot and getting some rail and stile bits with ogee inside and round over on the outside to create some really good looking professional cabinet doors. Painted them up using my HVLP gun look amazing. Thanks for giving me the bug :) these are some nice videos. Next up drawer fronts.

[@grinderv2v317]

to everyone asking... the comments here about 1/4'' rabbet is NOT CORRECT. in the 7th video he says 3/8 inch rabbet bit- just FYI... he is using 1'' x 3'' poplar comes out to (3/4 thick x 2'' 3/4 wide)

[@peterbonifacio3288]

Great series of videos if you want to learn how to make kitchen cabinets.

[@KregToolCompany]

Thank you for watching!

[@caseyjones466]

I have searched and searched for a video that explains everything simply and easily, but couldn’t find one until now. Thank you for explaining in a very simple to understand way not only what it is you’re doing, but how to do it.

[@cinricpainters6468]

Wow It is great when Master Craftsmen like yourself take the time to give a step by step tutorial. Most informative!

[@douglaskhan4692]

This was a really great video. I was really hesitant to make doors but now I am more confident to try it with my Kregg tools. Douglas from Trinidad West Indies.

[@KregToolCompany]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Sprack]

well done. never seen that type of door backing before. clean look and easy.!!!!!! thx for the video

[@KregToolCompany]

Thanks for watching!

[@mijodo2008]

simple tidy & neat. Very Hard to Beat.

[@briangoodban7308]

Kreg is one the most generous companies out there with helpful education like this. Thank you for the series Kreg Tool

[@twes619]

Thank you! I finally finished my kitchen. I did tongue and groove doors, converted my base cabinets into pull out drawers exactly as you showed.... It came out awesome, thanks again :)

[@KregToolCompany]

Wonderful!

[@herbieherbert9964]

I've just bought the complete Krueger kit. What you have shown me is great and many thanks Herbie Herbert Wales UK.

[@itsmemckee2110]

I really appreciate your videos! I'm new to this kind of work. I've been making my wife farmhouse style cabinets and I've learned a lot from your videos. Making the wife happy is good all around. Thank you!

[@brockbrockmeier4367]

What type and size bit do you use for making the ledge on the back for the panel insert?

[@wormy0505]

What a great video! Your not only a great wood worker but such a great teacher! I can't thank you enough for all the tips I just learned in the video I'll use forever! THANK YOU again!

[@bravemind8152]

Excellent explanation and demonstration Thank you very much

[@KregToolCompany]

You are welcome!

[@Viralclown]

3:55 measuring trick is brilliant

[@mathewhicks2865]

This is a great video. This is actually how I do doors except the strips on the back. IMO it’s a cheap look and looks like and after thought. To each his own. Millions of carpenters and everyone will do things alittle different. But for first times this is really great video. Very informative.

[@saynyeefoo3204]

sir , you are awesome ...... u make thing easier and the footage is fantastic

[@andrewfeazelle]

1) don't put pocket holes to close to the inside of the frame or else your router will hit your pocket screw when making the rabbet. Don't just center your Kreg jig and make two holes unless you're planning on using a bit that only eats in 1/4th inch into your inside frame (which is cutting it close regarding fitting in the inner plywood piece).

[@nichole7965]

Great video. We are using this to make our cabinet doors for our kitchen remodel. Great teacher and explanation.

[@joemama-kx6rk]

Great video You can't go wrong with pocket hole jigs

[@pchow1970]

Awesome video, only thing I would do differently is that I would cut grooves into the stiles and rail and slide the panel in instead of adding moldings to the back. It will look more professional. IMO.

[@Diozark]

Im doing that now, How do you make it so you dont cut too far and weaken the edges ? 1/2" groove 1 " groove ?

[@heliscat]

Diozark cut a slot 1/4" in the stile and rail.

[@mlh169]

I'm going to put in glass, I've been looking for a simple solution. Thank you for the molding idea.

[@JohnXRico]

I had the same idea!

[@sg9360]

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[@youresowitty8973]

I Love Kreg Tools. 😊

[@paradoxdea]

Excellent teaching!!

[@KregToolCompany]

Thank you!

[@claudioscola]

The UK thanks you for saying rebate instead of rabbet. :)

[@nadinegarwitz8695]

I would appreciate the brand of router you used in this project. Great tutorial. I'm going to try and build my own doors using your tutorial with all of the tools you have used.

[@DonMachado]

Mostly he's using DeWalt power tools. They're good quality, but can be expensive. I would do some more research before starting your project. Don't forget this is a demonstration video to sell Kreg tools. There are much simpler (and better) ways to make shaker style cabinet doors with a saw, a couple of router bits and some glue. Just search youtube for "cabinet doors" and you'll see what I mean.

[@obeyers]

Awesome video sir. Thank you I have a job to complete and you have given me the confidence to tackle it 👍

[@oatmeal63]

I'm inspired! Thanks much.

[@rawalz1]

Really great video. Thanks for sharing

[@richardkoon5544]

KREG is my best friend in my garage. Thanks.

[@brainusabiad6987]

Awesome video!going to start my kitchen as well. But I’m just wondering what size of wood you use in the doors?also what size of screw did you use in this cabinet doors?thanks in advance!

[@KregToolCompany]

We made the cabinet doors from 3/4"-thick material-poplar in our case. In home centers, you’ll find it sold as “one-by” boards, such as 1x4, 1x6, etc. But the actual thickness of these boards is 3/4". The correct pocket-hole screw length to join 3/4"-thick material is a 1 1/4"-long screw. The door panels were made from 1/4"-tjhcik plywood

[@buffalogirlblr]

Are these 1x4’s?

[@isaiah6214]

Great video

[@milledgehart8583]

I built a test door using the technique and tools you described. Wife said she does not like the look of the back of the door. I guess I will have to try tongue and grove. I hope it works. I need to build about 20 doors. I have used the Kreg tools on several other projects and really like them.

[@pogiguy0533]

Yeh I thought the same thing. I think you can buy a router bit that makes a grove, but you would have to do it before assembling the door. Just remember to slide in the piece of wood or glass before the final end piece is screwed into place. ;-)

[@pogiguy0533]

Oh and if glass paint or stain before as well.

[@luckyduckimona9787]

Milledge Hart Told you before, milledge, don't put your wife in the cupboards, let her out, let her see the outside, she will complain less. 😝

[@philcraig488]

I love the look but am worried about fastening the panel as opposed to letting it float ... any thoughts on this Gary? thks

[@lry76]

What kind of wood did you use for the rails and stiles?

[@frankshannon3235]

What I like about this is that the panel is very deep. If you cut a grove the panel won't be as deep.

[@mansourinouredine883]

i have to thank you for the great job ur doing master u are best luck with ur job i enjoy watching ur video

[@ortizle1]

Love the detail to your video

[@kimlockhart3287]

Great video. I'm making a cabinet and am thrilled I can use my Kreg pocket hole jig with such sharp results.

[@andyacosta7787]

Very good class

[@Atr42Greasemonkey]

To avoid rips score it with a razor blade . Make a clean cut ever time. Love the video

[@andreb.8266]

Thank you for the video, for myself I do not like what you have done on the inside but I learn quite a bit and it will be easier for me to use the greg tools I purchased.

[@bigdayvideo]

You inspire me, awesome video.

[@vaman5274]

Thanks for sharing, I can use some tips to make doors on my own.👍

[@1978strong]

Awesome work pops; I really enjoyed watching your work.

[@nikkiswenson54]

Love the video...because it truly gives me confidence to build cabinet doors too!

[@barryroberts6470]

Thanks Kreg, I have really enjoyed this Part 1, looking forward to the rest of the Videos and maybe get myself a Jig and some Clamps if i can. Barry (ENG)

[@barryroberts6470]

MarzNet256 Dont have HD in England but should be able to get them clamps on ebay or amazon. Thanks.

[@Embee99]

Amazing. This makes me want to redo my kitchen cabinet doors!

[@itsmemckee2110]

I did redo mine. It's pretty easy and it's fun to paint them how you want.

[@MarzNet256]

The Kreg pocket joining system is super awesome! Are you gonna paint doors after you install them? I always paint/ stain before adding hardware. Also it's pretty easy to make a jig for concealed hinges, but the one in the video is really nice if doing a ton of doors.

[@bobweber4140]

Great demonstration thankyou

[@bzeissel]

This was an excellent tutorial on building these doors and also using some of the kreg tools!! I am still having trouble knowing how to use my 90° clamp from kreg. My pocket hole kit came with one & then i bought another one that has an L shape piece on it, a little difficult to use.

[@alexdailey1359]

that trim on the back of the door is hackory

[@neighbourinblack]

It got the job done. Besides, he needed a reason to use the Kreg Multi-Mark again. It would have actually have been less work to use dados to hold that panel because he used the router anyway to cut that rabbet but the panel would have been less recessed.

[@tbirrrd1]

Hello I was just had a question for you I seen you did the kitchen cabinet doors and you use the router to put the debt in the in the frame what router bit did you use so that you can sit the wood down in it

[@sutiyosowijanarko1854]

Genius I like it

[@michaeldilday6080]

Great video Gary. Thanks for your help!!!

[@waltwendel920]

Very good...appreciate your ideas!

[@bernadettevarner8330]

Great video. Kreg, what router bit is Gary using? And what thickness are the face frames? Thank you.

[@alexlongfield2113]

Sorry. A fine video and demonstration of tools (kreg) but the application to the back of those doors does not look good. Why not do almost the same thing but "dry screw" the parts and use a router to put a dado (slot) in the sides of those rails and stiles. Then disassemble, insert the panel, glue and screw. That way you could avoid that awful looking molding on the back. ...and you could still do it all with your kreg stuff...and a router.

[@Abreaction89]

What router bit did you use?

[@rafaelsarabia8286]

How wide are your rails and style’s

[@MultiPampam123]

i love this video mabuhay ka gary

[@Juliaronan]

Sure made that look easy!

[@ztiling5646]

Thanks for sharing this video.

[@JsGarage]

If you own a router just inlay the center panel instead of this hideous method on the back side of door. Use a table saw even but inlaying the panels looks much better and makes for a finished looking product inside and out.

[@RCPoliComm]

I agree. I don't see why that extra strip of moulding is necessary.

[@denisnoctor]

Jay P Hi Jay P. Agree with you regarding the center inlay panel... I am a newbie to this. I have a router table... can you explain how to add the groove to the rails and stiles without having to use the router on the full length of the rails and stiles... leaving a gap at the end. Thanks.

[@nannoman]

@@denisnoctor You'll have to set a stop on your table and will have to plunge the bit rather than starting at the end of the piece. If you can't set a physical stop then you can mark a line on your router table top as a place to stop feeding.

[@kint5ugee]

im not a professional, but isnt the whole point of recessing that center panel into the frame to avoid stuff sticking out the back of the door? So why not just cut a perfect recess instead of having to add mouldings which WILL stick out?

[@herrcobblermachen]

Its by no means the classic manner (what's shown above), but if you've already got kreg tools around, might as well do it the way in this video. The rounded corners from the router to inlet makes it less than conducive for glass panels, not unless you chiseled out the corners. When you weigh out the time it takes to router everything, you might as well tongue and groove everything on a table saw. But again, doing things with Kreg stuff, this method makes good sense and is practical for basic diy'ers that only have hand held power tools.

[@thejimmy6533]

@@herrcobblermachen I don't have a table saw, but I do have a router, so the way he does it in this video works perfectly for me.

[@davidrock3936]

This is a pretty good video for building shakers without a tablesaw or routing table. If you have those already though, this video does nothing for you. Tongue and groove is by far the better option.

[@mitch58100]

Absolutely, I watched this video and then another with tongue and groove. I'm building two wall mounted cabinets for our laundry area with a center shelf and an old barn board cut as the facing to attach to the shelf. I just finished doors for both cabinets using tongue and groove. I used a 1/4" dado to cut the grooves for the plywood inlay; they came out very nice. I just couldn't see routing out the back, inlaying 1/4" plywood with mitered corners, and molding to hold it in place, it looks way to tacky.

[@sowetogarfield6729]

superb video ... nice job. The alternative to mouldings would be much nicer job. But a great video nonetheless. Thanks!

[@joeh9450]

That was one of the best tips I've seen Thanks

[@stephaniegarfield552]

Great series of videos!!! Fantastic information.

[@afrance7524]

Great video with great instructions and ideas. I can feel a project coming on. Thanks

[@nD-ox9zn]

what kind of router bit is that

[@kbob8424]

Did he ever mention the width of the rails and stiles?

[@JW-so4fc]

Nice economy grade cabinets

[@victortrevino3995]

One of the best videos... Nice and clean work... Where can I get those magic tools?

[@KregToolCompany]

You can search for retailers near you at kregtool.com/retailers. We recommend checking their website and/or calling ahead, as products stocked varies by retailer. Our products are also available online through Amazon and kregtool.com/solutions.

[@johnchapmanjr7145]

Just wondering, would you recommend using router method instead of using screw method of building a door? I can see why someone want to use screw ( if they don't have money for router equipment. ) What method would be the preferred method?

[@adrcamacho1]

Cope and stick is the way real cabinet door makers use to make doors. This is a good weekend warrior way to make doors. Kreg has great products, but some are a little gimmicky.

[@researchandbuild1751]

This is a great series!

[@DavidGonzalez-zf1tn]

Your great.. good idea with the foam board

[@jabolkot22003]

thanks for the video great job!

[@Sidler-MirrorCabinets]

This is great!

[@alexro2265]

Great video brother.

[@elisabethcrowe7462]

Wow, thanks so much for this great video! So very glad to have found it. Your tutorial was fabulous, easy to understand and just so helpful! I have the Kreg pocket hole jig, but can I use micro-screws with it, or do I need a different sized jig? Thanks again.

[@TheDoogman]

Just curious why not use pine as its less expensive if you are painting it anyways. Does pine take paint different? Id like to take this on but as always I am on a tight budget. Also my cabinets have a front frame so I dont think I can use those cool hinges but wonder if there is another that will hide the hinge from view.

[@richardleslie410]

Really enjoy the videos and I learn something new each time I watch them. Yet one thing I never seem to get right is the Kreg pocket hole plugs to work the way shown in this video. They are never flush, I've tried sanding the ends, cutting them with flush cut saws plugging them with wood putty and every other type of filler. what is the secret?

[@imafool69]

your pocket hole jig might not be adjusted properly to droill the right dept or the screw are not all the way in.

[@NVVD1117]

What type of wood are you using on the Styles and rails?

[@shanek6582]

Poplar

[@Jovelcha71]

What is the size for those moldings that you put in the back. Thanks

[@andrewmorke]

Love the face of the doors but the inside is a bit odd looking. I might just route out a 1/2" groove, install 1/2" MDF panel, fill the gaps with wood filler, sand flush, and paint.

[@nannoman]

Is there a reason he's using the impact drill to drive the screws?

[@markeastridge9649]

Needs to start with “use inspected, dry, planed and squared boards.”

[@KregToolCompany]

Very good advice, thanks!

[@apriln2108]

Does the jig help you align the hinges in the cabinet? You didn't show that part.

[@KregToolCompany]

I'm sorry to say we do not currently have a jig for mounting the cabinets.

[@BestAccessDoors]

Great craftsmanship, Kreg! Will you do more videos like this in the future?

[@Bill.Pearson]

You mean like the one that auto-played right after this one?

[@caitlynwages1232]

What size screws were used for attaching the Rails and Stiles? and Also what was the depth (for said screws) set at on the micro jig?

[@KregToolCompany]

Please contact our team at 800-447-8638 or kregtool.com/help - They will be happy to assist you with this. Thanks!

[@Bazilikus]

Could you explain how to set the stop collar for a precise drilling depth please?

[@KregToolCompany]

Please contact us at [e-mail] or 800-447-8638 - they will be happy to assist you with this. Thanks!

[@jorgegonzalez5714]

awesome vídeos.

[@jurpik35]

Nice business related tutorial :P

[@matthewthamm]

Watched all these videos. Great job!. I know it was not part of the wood working, but what paint was used on the kitchen?

[@EW-sr5bl]

Great instructional video. Does Kreg have a jig to mount the cabinet hardware inside the cabinet that you connected your door onto?

[@manuelrivas9141]

Awesome video,really nice explanations, I like gadget for euro hinges,were can I get one from?. Thanks for sharing your knowlage.

[@KregToolCompany]

You can locate retailers at kregtool.com/retailers. Be sure to check their website or call ahead to confirm availability. Our products are also available through Amazon and kregtool.com

[@diy-doityourselfconcacique4353]

WHAT KIND OF BOLT DO YOU USE FOR THOSE KREG HOLES ON THE WOOD ?