Making a Sideboard Cabinet. Full Walkthrough

Watch how I made this shaker style sideboard from start to finish. Solid timber face frame with a Birch Plywood carcass all painted Dove White. I will update the description later with links to all the hardware I used on this project.
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[@BradshawJoinery]

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[@MHTutorials3D]

You make it look so easy

[@BradshawJoinery]

Cheers Mike, Its all simple little steps right!

[@MHTutorials3D]

@@BradshawJoinery One small step for man....one giant step for me LOL

[@holman26]

ur very talented and very lucky ur other half is stunning

[@BradshawJoinery]

Lol thanks Sam. 👍

[@tomvincent5596]

Lol

[@mmmdesignllc]

I liked the commentary over the top.

[@BradshawJoinery]

nice one, i like that style too, but it takes longer to film and capture all the detailed info

[@mmmdesignllc]

@@BradshawJoinery i think that's why the other guys on youtube that use this method only put out one video a month. In the end, both styles are good.

[@leticiakalumba4523]

I love these organic KZbin videos which are genuinely helpful and straight to the point, and beautifully made.

[@BradshawJoinery]

Thankyou very much!

[@larryduncan6756]

I so miss working with timber,no matter what it is. I envy you too for being able to do the work I did 11yrs ago.Keep it up and your blogs too.

[@BradshawJoinery]

Nice one Larry! You arent woodworking atall now?

[@almostanengineer]

This is way more advanced than I think I’ll ever get as a “home diy’er”, but it’s still nice to see how it’s done professionally.

[@BradshawJoinery]

Hey Daniel, thanks for that!

[@WiFredC]

Beautiful design and craftsmanship. You’ve inspired me to finish up my workshop and build something like that….

[@BradshawJoinery]

Thanks William. It takes a little effort to get there, but the rewards are plentiful. Im pleased ive inspired you to crack on! :)

[@larryduncan6756]

Ok young fella....just watched your shaker sideboard build......you dont 'afe work fast!,,,wonderful job man,love it! as for talking through it??I can get by just watching you do your thing.Thankyou for keeping me going! Cool runners too!

[@BradshawJoinery]

nice One Larry! :)

[@nicklloyd-jones]

Nice work. It's good to know there are still people who take the time to vertically align the screw slots.

[@BradshawJoinery]

Thankyou Nick! I know of a few very attentive tradesmen, trouble is in day to day life price is key.... Not everyone can afford the best. Some things you see are just plain terrible though. Atleast it makes you feel good about what your doing yourself

[@ian-read]

Nick Lloyd-Jones I was always told that you should horizontally ‘dress’ the screw, is vertical the more traditional way than horizontal?

[@nickyork8901]

@@ian-read And I was told to put them to 1 o'clock!

[@BradshawJoinery]

In line is key in my opinion which is vertical normally. I might try the 1 o'clock setup and see how it looks, thanks.

[@raydriver7300]

I’d noticed that too 🌞

[@jamesosullivan6722]

Quality craftsmanship, excellent video. You are such a skilled guy and humble with it, that beautiful piece of furniture will last for many years!

[@BradshawJoinery]

Thankyou James. really appreciate it Buddy! although i earnt no money from this job, it saved me a lot from buying one and is actually the most profitable in a way because I get to enjoy it every day!!

[@joedance14]

Beautiful piece! Precise, meticulous craftsmanship! Nice workshop!

[@BradshawJoinery]

Thank you very much!

[@olivermoore3431]

Just discovered your videos. Amazing work. Really helping me with my own work. Keep them coming!

[@BradshawJoinery]

Lovely to hear Ollie! :D

[@peterdnreynolds777]

Wow!! Another amazing and beautiful creation

[@BradshawJoinery]

Thankyou Peter, this is one of my favourite pieces!

[@glencrawford8125]

Superb cabinet your real craftsman well done, looking forward to next video.

[@BradshawJoinery]

Nice one Glen, Ill try to get one uploaded soon.

[@davidjennings9253]

Very nice!!! Love that long drawer - great action too.

[@BradshawJoinery]

Still working a treat although it is very disorganised inside. its the biggest "kitchen drawer" ever

[@alan2804]

Great looking sideboard fella and the commentary over the top of the video works very well. I like all the extra bits of info on what hardware and where you get it, the types of timber you choose and use. It just can’t be better to fill your house with furniture you’ve made yourself, that’s brilliant 👍

[@BradshawJoinery]

Thankyou Very much, I will try to keep the videos coming!

[@michaelplays2449]

fantastic work, well done

[@BradshawJoinery]

Nice one Michael, you must have nearly watched all by now! !

[@dsdragoon]

Great looking cabinet and I love the top.

[@BradshawJoinery]

Thankyou mate, it's really appreciated!

[@dougsaunders8109]

Great build, looks amazing. Nice tree to have on the rack to make it from

[@BradshawJoinery]

Cheers Doug, yeah ive never used it waiting for the special job haha

[@whatchwhatch628]

Be nice to have a work shop full of every piece of machinery to build a cabinet

[@BradshawJoinery]

Yeah, It is, i could actually do with a lot more, this is a pretty barbones setup for a joinery shop thatll make pretty much anything.

[@whatchwhatch628]

@@BradshawJoinery having the tools to get really Creative sounds awesome! 👍

[@BradshawJoinery]

@@whatchwhatch628 Absolutley, Its nice to think of a project and just make it. Ill not lie

[@whatchwhatch628]

@@BradshawJoinery keep up great work 👍

[@triroo107]

Nice work... 👍

[@BradshawJoinery]

Thanks ✌️

[@BK-cj4le]

Class! You should sell the plans of the things you make... I'd buy them! Excellent looking cabinet, great skill.

[@BradshawJoinery]

HI Robert. I may do this in the future. Could you offer any info on where these things sell (website etc?)

[@BK-cj4le]

@@BradshawJoinery You might want to look at sites like Squarespace.com. They provide templates for creating websites which also includes modules for online purchasing. I'm sure there are many companies out there, but this one seemed pretty comprehensive.

[@nonehandle688]

Wonderful!

[@BradshawJoinery]

Thankyou for that! Still looks like the day it was made.

[@atherdoshi4590]

Beautiful!

[@BradshawJoinery]

Thankyou very much!

[@Tom_Prendiville]

I'm here to console you as you have recently been separated from your festool plunge saw 😉, awesome work buddy 👍

[@BradshawJoinery]

Haha thanks Thomas. It's all good buddy, I have gone cordless with the TSC 55 👍👍👍👍 (I may have also bought a HK85 but maybe another video on that in the future with my plans!)

[@robertmurray153]

Beautiful job👍

[@BradshawJoinery]

Thankyou Robert!!

[@michaelkilner5031]

Excellent enjoyed that. Best regards Mick.

[@BradshawJoinery]

Thanks Mick! I'll try to keep them coming

[@larryduncan6756]

Good job well done,like all your work.As an ex to one with a long way to go!

[@BradshawJoinery]

Thankyou Larry, Much appreciated!

[@dirtybaywoodshop-joeporter5650]

Wow, that is such a beautiful piece of furniture! I'd be proud to have that in my home. New sub! Cheers from across the pond. - Joe

[@BradshawJoinery]

thank-you Joe! Welcome and keep an eye out for some upcoming projects!!

[@dublinf4477]

Was that a David Barron guide? I never had much luck with guides cutting dovetails you made it look super easy. Absolutely fantastic piece you just build

[@BradshawJoinery]

Thanks, I think it's the Veritas guide, because they were such big sections I just used a tenon saw which cut really quick as opposed to a hapanese or dovetail saw.

[@MrSammyse]

Very interesting build, and the end product looks great. Perhaps in future you can explain a little more on the details - e.g. why use PU glue, instead of PVA? and what did you mean about the counteracting magnets in the face frame. Also, I'm interested in why you built the face frame first, and then the carcass around that - when many other people do the opposite. I'm looking forward to seeing more of your nice work!!

[@BradshawJoinery]

thankyou very much! :) Sorry for the brief explanations, i tried to fit what i could in on this one, but talking over the finished edit, left me a bit limited on what content i could include. PU glue mainly because its strong, flexible and it sets quickly(allowing you to carry on with a project rather than wait overnight for cascamite/pva etc to set.) It is also compatiable with Accoya and is one of the main reasons i converted to it. i like the cleanup too its nice and easy and doesnt have to be done until its set. The magnets i will do a video on for you. i basically set rare earth magnets into the frame and doors which pull the door into the stop. it works brilliantly. I build the faceframe first as it allows you to set the cabinets up to finish heights. if you domino the bottom of the carcass to the faceframe and the carcass uprights are 0.5mm too high, it needs adjusting. if you assemble and screw the carcass together ontop of the faceframe its going to be prefectly lined up. On more complicated projects it allows you to see what pieces go where which goes a long way to keeping it simple.

[@markjervis8558]

Awesome channel mate....

[@BradshawJoinery]

Cheers Mark! Sorry for the slow reply!

[@larryduncan6756]

Tis only the meds I take each day that keep me here.

[@BradshawJoinery]

Stay safe Larry. Can you not do any carving or small woodworking?

[@SHOOTINGCLAYS]

Lovely stuff

[@BradshawJoinery]

Lovely Edit.

[@swt198597]

Very nice love your videos…

[@BradshawJoinery]

Cheers for that! Good one coming next!

[@crm.carpentry]

Brilliant mate! Love your videos! When you say "counteracting magnet in the frame" is that a sort of soft close function against the magnets that close it tight? Thanks for taking the time to do a video. They're much appreciated 🙏❤️

[@BradshawJoinery]

Thanks once again Chris!!! i set a rare earth magnet into the top and bottom of each door, then one that attracts them in the frame slightly offset. this gives a nice smooth pull to the door, over a decent distance(so not just a holding device it will pull the door closed. a rubber bumper to stop the door makes a nice quality closing sound. ill do a video explaining them soon

[@plssmellmycheese]

@@BradshawJoinery thx for yr reply...i also was interested in this detail👍

[@neilparker6121]

Thanks for the video, that’s a lovely cabinet and great workmanship. What wood did you use for the front frame - is it accoya?

[@worldsuperstar7162]

Fantastic vid mate. Just subscribed, and you’ve inspired me to make one! What was the width of your x25mm hardwood timber legs? Thanks mate

[@joedance14]

Beautiful work! Real craftsmanship! Dimensions?

[@BradshawJoinery]

Ill try and add some dimensions in for you. Rought though, 1800 long, 400 deep, 920 high

[@jasonadams6442]

Absolutely stunning. Love the videos. What type of AC Lacquer did you use.

[@BradshawJoinery]

No lacquer, i used Sayerlack waterbourne and Chestnut hardwax oil

[@olivermoore3431]

Always come back to this video. Even though parts are sped up, you work so efficiently and precisely. With so much work being done with mdf that I see these days I’m trying my best to try not to use it even for large parts like wardrobe end panels etc. What’s your opinion on the stuff?. Do you not use it at all, and would you simply use birch ply for any large panel piece.?

[@BradshawJoinery]

Thanks Oliver. I dont really use MDf no, I try to use Birch ply where possible, but if i need something really flat and stable will use Tricoya MDF. I dont mind MDF where iT isnt seen, or on sprayed items. I tend to mainly work with solid timbers though. The Hydrofugo mdf is meant to be really good.

[@olivermoore3431]

@@BradshawJoinery thanks. I’ve heard a lot about the Finsa board not used it yet though. Thanks for your response. Looking forward to more videos from yourself!

[@spencefrederickweddingphot7791]

Such a great video and great to see the level of quality & craftsmanship. How long did the project take roughly? Also how do you soften your edges? Hand sanding or a radius plane etc? Thanks again for a cracking video.

[@BradshawJoinery]

Thanks matey, I either use a thicker card backed sandpaper or use normal sandpaper with a flat backing board.

[@gollllllly]

I envy you my friend!... amazing detail on all your work top joinery!... what bandsaw do.you have please?... im also a green joiner looking to get more machines/ equipment.

[@BradshawJoinery]

Thankyou matey, its a felder FB610 and i love it! Next step up is a much bigger machine from felder, and i think they do a slightly smaller version of this, or smaller again in the hammer series

[@MilesAscough]

Snazzy cabinet indeed! Love your videos and your attention to detail. What brand of hard wax oil are you using on this oak?

[@BradshawJoinery]

Hi Miles, Thankyou Very much! it is chestnut brand hardwax oil, i have always found it very good.

[@billblain2032]

Thank you for taking the time to record your process on this sideboard. Were the plywood carcass components glued to the face frame? It looks like you machined some domino tenons to align the pieces and then were they secured only using pocket screws?

[@BradshawJoinery]

I did glue this one, but normally do not. 9nly because this was painted as a single unit I thought it best to glue the joint to prevent cracking of the paint.

[@jamierickell2636]

Great work, Thats a quality piece of furniture! I'd love to have a workshop like yours but the cost must be astronomical!?

[@BradshawJoinery]

Thankyou James!! When i look at the workshop now and the setup, it would seem like an insurmountable task to set it up, but i just started out with a small space, (around 4mx9m) and cobbled a few old machines together, picking them up when a bargain came along, keeping an eye on ebay, local auctions etc, then i have moved workshop when i ran out of space and set it up properly with airlines and new floor, electrics, insulation and dust extraction. that cost a fair whack in time and money but it was well worth it and my business was establised so it was a worthy investment. if i were to setup a workshop in the next couple of months and bought everything as i have it now then it would cost a fortune. but like i say it can be done pretty cheaply!

[@markrussell9719]

Great video - could you do a video on making windows at some point please?

[@BradshawJoinery]

I will do one the next time I make some Mark! 👍

[@paultay23]

Lovely job and yes, well explained... Nice One. btw where do you buy your Birch Ply from?

[@BradshawJoinery]

Thanks Paul! Its Lathams that i use! Russian the last lot i think and to be fair it was brilliant! bb grade

[@larryduncan6756]

Id like to have a go,but gave all my kit to a 'so called mate'-turned out he was not,sold it all....over 3k worth of hand/power tools.Thanks for your words,tis a great comfort to see you turn out all the wonderful joinery......keep it up. I have been in lockdown----another yank word from the start of this killer,age and health keep me inside....can I ask you your Christian name please...hate calling you mate!

[@BradshawJoinery]

how about a cheap carving chisel set loads of carving clubs and groups etc.. doesnt need much kit or space, can do it in the kitchen! sounds terrible about your friend. Im Olly

[@cara2u]

Good job! Could you please tell me what is the manufacture of your bar clamps? Thanks in advance.

[@BradshawJoinery]

The t bar clamps are from Rutlands, I think they are seconds from the record factory

[@kir3dempsey]

Real nice job as always.Whats the machine on the left side of the radial saw?

[@BradshawJoinery]

Thanks Richard, very eagle Eyed! its a Rye Dowel boring machine, it has a head you can install 2 dowel cutters into and it slides back and forth on a bed using pneumatic power to plunge the cutter into the workpiece. I use it for connecting astragal bars together when using a double glazed unit and plant on bars. Its a similar concept to the Mafell DDF40. But a fixed machine.

[@kir3dempsey]

@@BradshawJoinery I have the DD40P, great machine but don't use it much.

[@IvanTheUndertaker]

Hello, thanks for another very informative video. What blade do you have in the bandsaw you use for ripping? What kerf does it take? I'm curious to know why you generally seem to use either the bandsaw, or your wall-mounted board saw for ripping, rather than a normal table saw. Thanks.

[@BradshawJoinery]

Cheers Ivan, i use the starret Woodpecer blades from TuffSaws. (m42 blades 1") I dont have room for a panel saw which id like, the wall saw does my sheet work very accurately without much space, and the bandsaw saves me a lot of money over using a circular saw. The thin kerf on multiple cuts often saves timber by getting an extra rip off small components. It also creates zero dust, i hate being covered in and breathing dust from table saw. I can also deep cut to 16". I have a small table saw that i use as and when i need to. (not actually that often)

[@hurcule911]

just found this channel, fucking awesome work

[@BradshawJoinery]

Awesome to hear. Videos are coming but slowly at the minute as I'm super busy!

[@zurdo5038]

Great video! I have one question, when installing this type of shaker leg cabinets, if the floor is a bit out of level and shims wouldn't be a option lets say you have 9' of base cabinets, how would you approach this situation?. Thanks for sharing

[@BradshawJoinery]

No worries, I take the levels before I start making and set a happy medium. So some cabinets may be made with slightly longer legs, others can have a bit removed on site. If I'm cutting a leg down on site it's either done with a tracksaw or belt sander to a scored line. If the floor is drastically out, it's drastically out and your going to see it whatever, most people installing a kitchen of a high value will have nice new level floor to be honest. It takes a bit more time to install when the floors aren't level.

[@lyndontobin6112]

What did you use the chunky blocks for please?

[@BradshawJoinery]

Hi Lyndon, Which chunky blocks? could you reply with a time in the video they appeared and ill explain buddy :)

[@deanwinter364]

Hi there….what dovetail block did you use? Do you recommend a particular type or brand for a novice? Thank you. Dean HK

[@BradshawJoinery]

Hi Dean, it was a veritas guide and saw, works well, very fine cut saw, almost too slow tbh

[@CJAY3.1.6]

nice build, which sander are you using?

[@BradshawJoinery]

Thanks Buddy, i use a Metabo sxe450 here is a link tot he new version (mine is about 15 years old) amzn.to/2WaQGiU its been bloody briliant. ive dropped it countless times, and it just keeps going. Ive put new brushes in it once aswell so its seen some use!

[@billyrussell5148]

Nice work, man. Please, is there any chance you could tell me where you sourced the chrome butt hinges? Thanks.

[@BradshawJoinery]

Cheers Billy. Here ya go buddy. I use either these in polished,amzn.to/2VZjOob or the antique brass ones for traditional look. amzn.to/2VVoco9

[@larryduncan6756]

I stopped after a triple by pass in 1998,left me with heart failure and to make sure id go sooner,not later,type 2 diabetes

[@BradshawJoinery]

Bugger!!!

[@larryduncan6756]

More than bugger buddy,but will not say whats in my head!

[@larryduncan6756]

Times like that you find just who is a friend and who is not!.

[@danmurphy6450]

I think u should u should stick to this style of video

[@BradshawJoinery]

Thanks Dan, I'm constantly reviewing how to continue the channel! Finding a style that suits is the difficult bit but I agree I think

[@rrll861]

YOU TALK TOO MUCH

[@BradshawJoinery]

im gonna try a few videos without talking

[@raydriver7300]

Lovely job 🌞