Simple under stairs cupboard front in Oak faced MDF, Blum hinges, iron on veneered edges

I am making some simple Oak faced doors and panels for under a staircase to create a useful storage area
I am using plain MDF for the frame and then a real Oak faced MDF for the matching panels and doors, I am using an iron on edging strip to veneer the cut edges and then some Blum hinges to hang the doors to the frame
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[@michaelplays2449]

Great video !!! thanks Robin

[@brianbostock1698]

Absolute class, as usual

[@mindyhall4638]

Beautiful job!

[@graemescott990]

Great job Robin. Magic finish.

[@markhannan4712]

Nice job Robin looks great

[@waynethompson4453]

Iv made cabinets out of oak faced mdf a few times now turns out lovely i glue 10mm of solid oak on the face which is nice and solid then router a small chamfer on too.

[@IzackWalton]

Top work Robin thanks for sharing

[@Oli_Hudson]

Very impressive!!

[@scottnever8732]

Robin getting Jiggy with it!

[@paulzirker706]

Great video robin . Greatwork.

[@brianmoore47]

Nice job Robin ..

[@wrightwoodwork]

I do like the blum stuff. I find the website good with the e services for helping to plan what you need and layout especially with the drawer runners.

[@marklanahan7289]

Funny how no one ever compares Hilti stuff in their videos. It was all i used when i was on the big sites. Still got a few of their sds drills and lasers 25 years old and still better than snything else.

[@firsteerr]

i bought a second hand TE17 in 1985 and it is STILL the best and going strong , all i have had to do TWICE is top up the oil

[@marklanahan7289]

@@firsteerr I got one from.the 80s too and its still better than my new makita. I still got a few drywall guns, a jigsaw, a Dx450, a TE17 a laser, all working perfectly.

[@dwalsh3469]

Top job Dude. Budget materials but not budget skills.

[@samposton9101]

Very nice mate, stunning job - I bet the client is thrilled.

[@garyhollywell2112]

Brilliant work you make it look easy Robin!!

[@ukconstruction]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@shuvadey4294]

You can't beat bespoke carpentry! Excellent work Robin, I had very similar done 11 years ago by a great carpenter. Still need to put the shelves in 😂😂😂

[@ukconstruction]

Right on!

[@Dubjaxfilms]

Good work, thanks for the vid

[@duncanstreet4955]

As a keen diy enthusiast it’s so good to learn some tricks of the trade from such a craftsman. Love this channel - thanks for your time and tips.

[@ukconstruction]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@GMLondon]

Great work as always Robin, would really appreciate a video to show the detail on how the frame is all fixed together as I'm struggling with my DIY job at home lol

[@danielcookeb90]

Lovely job Robin, looks fabulous!

[@ukconstruction]

Thank you! 😊

[@antonyporter5045]

Top job

[@WilliamPightling]

Nice job Robin. I have a similar job that I need to do in my house. 👌

[@paulhad69]

Beautiful job, you make it all look so easy

[@ukconstruction]

Thank you! 😊

[@GrahamG-rm4jx]

Brilliant as usual 👍🏽

[@ukconstruction]

Cheers Graham

[@mejustme5327]

Great work. Only one thing to point out. I always avoid to hinge the angled door on the shorter side. The long corner tends to stick out. You have that on the build. Not a lot but it happens. Love this under stairs builds.

[@rich8037]

This was luckily timed - I'm in the middle of doing exactly that job, making custom door for an under-stair cupboard, and that hinge jig will save me time and head-banging for sure. Thanks! My door fitting still won't look as beautiful as yours but I'm usually not too scruffy as DIY nuts go 🙂

[@ukconstruction]

Glad I could help!

[@JonDunnmusician]

Robin, Super to see your talents again, & great to see you putting that Hilti to use! I use the same Blum hinges, with similar jigs. Wondering why you don't add a roller stand to your table saw set-up, although I flip the pieces just like you to keep my hands far away from blade clever minds think alike. Furthermore, you could use the stand to support that shaky hinge-bore drilling at minute ten & the mallet hammering @13. Beautiful result.

[@andrewspence4934]

lovely finish. It's great how you find pleasure in doing so many various jobs, even the smaller jobs. Love it!!

[@ukconstruction]

Thank you!

[@steveperrett9395]

It'll be a bugger for the next carpet fitter around that bullnose! lol

[@chrismartin7724]

Contact, 2 nails. Invoice in the post.

[@leonardshaw9958]

Superb.

[@sb544]

Don't touch the panel with the hoover BUT give it a few whacks with the mallet. LOL. Outstanding work as always, Robin.

[@Doug....]

Lovely job Robin. Looks more expensive than it was. 👍👍

[@ukconstruction]

Thank you! 😊

[@christycullen2585]

Beautiful Job and great video

[@ukconstruction]

Thank you very much!

[@GaryThomsonJoinery]

Very nice, sometimes it can be tricky to gt all your lines Bang On. Thanks for sharing 👍🪚📐😅

[@guitarcarfanatic]

Seriously impressive Robin - I would spend days in SketchUp before tackling something like this :D

[@djstuc]

Top tier work as always Robin. Im saving up for a plunge saw next, i have the rail compatible circular saw from Dewalt and its super useful but dust extraction is poor and its a bit clumsy sometimes working around the non retractable blade.

[@MayfairCarpenter]

Very nice job 👍

[@ukconstruction]

Thanks 👍

[@Stewart_Bell]

Crossing over into bespoke joinery there Robin. Don't think I've ever seen you do this sort of work before. I like the tactile way you're using the hand screwdriver and block plane. And obviously the grain matching was my favourite part 😂.. As others have sadi, you do make it look super easy and the result is splendid as always.

[@ukconstruction]

Cheers Stew!!

[@johnchincotta1qwdb15]

Hi Robbin,attention to detail as usual.

[@cuebj]

Almost exactly what I'll be doing in a few months. Don't have to cater for step blocking the lowest end so I'll put a draw for down there

[@nelg1973]

Exactly how I have done them for many a years, used your recommended cladding company through your submit form. Michael is a lovely person, great communication `& a beautiful product, as using western cedar. I did not want to just purchase it from anywhere & wanted it all pre finished, as there is 180 sq metres of it & all with no joins on my project on a beautiful home.

[@ukconstruction]

Thats Awesome!! Invite me to come and see it!! Maybe I can put up a few lengths for you!!

[@nelg1973]

@@ukconstruction i'm just as fussy as you lol.

[@SteveHit1]

A very useful video, perfectly demonstrated - thanks! It’s also very relaxing to see such outstanding craftsmanship!

[@ukconstruction]

Thank you very much!

[@jwhite7303]

Robin can you show how you measured the doors for frames. Loved this video

[@DIYLONDON]

I don’t have the correct words to describe you, but OUTSTANDING, is the first thing I thought of!! The master himself RC .

[@ukconstruction]

Thank you mate!! I have subscribed to your channel!!!

[@DIYLONDON]

You have inspired me to start my channel, thank you for years of inspiration and knowledge. 🙏

[@badninja1971]

14:47 oopsie. 😂 Another class install Robin. 👍

[@user-mb2pl3ty4c]

Great work Robin, you are a true craftsman with a very keen eye for detail. I notice you used a block plane to trim the excess veneer edging. I have done a lot of this work, and I always use a file that cuts on the edge as well as the face. It's very controllable and no chance of damaging the face veneer. Keep up the great work!

[@ukconstruction]

Thanks for the tip!

[@TheToolnut]

A practiced hand and a razor sharp block plane iron and it works a treat. A file works too.

[@jezza42]

Another awesome video, thanks for sharing. Have you got a link to the plunge saw blade please?

[@mrsbradpittiful]

Robin Fonzie , I bet the clients got a shock when you turned up on your red triumph motorcycle

[@ukconstruction]

I love motorbikes but I could not even touch the ground sitting on that!! its my clients abd he is about 6 ft 7 tall!!!

[@MatSmithLondon]

Uncanny - I'm making an understairs cupboard this week, just fitted a balau (hardwood) door frame. As a non-carpenter it took me about 10 tries and a lot of swearing, but I did insist on perfect mitres which itself was ... er, fun. Anyway hilarious - I'm having a pair of doors, a single door, then a fixed panel!!!

[@ukconstruction]

Nice one Mat!! send pics when done

[@zidmod007]

Which oak mdf did you use looks 😍 a link would be appreciated

[@user-cr8uq1iy6f]

You needs a Festool cxs small 10.8v driver best drills for furniture or kitchen fitting

[@kristapple]

Great work as always Robin. I’d be interested to know the make of the blade you used in the Hilti plunge saw please?

[@marklawlor9355]

Looks fantastic Robin, I done one similar last month will look lovely with some osmo wax/ oil❤

[@ukconstruction]

Great idea!

[@MuhammadRehanSaeed]

Can you use Osmo over the strips that Robin ironed on?

[@marklawlor9355]

@@MuhammadRehanSaeed you can use the wax on the veneer and strips, It might come out slightly different on strips but should look 👍

[@user-iy6lr1tj9y]

Great content, thanks. I am about to build some wardrobes in this stuff. Are you putting a finish on the veneer?

[@stifla71mylo37]

Hi Robin thought you would have a Hilti iron

[@stevewharram5518]

Have you got a link for those hinges please Robin? Lovely job 👍👍

[@tonyclark9851]

You're quality you should have more subs, my dad was carpenter /joiner

[@ukconstruction]

Thank you Tony, I may not have millions of subs but having quality subscribers such as yourself is the key!!

[@tonyclark9851]

@ukconstruction thank you for your reply

[@rossreynolds3562]

great video as always, where did you get the hinges from?

[@anthony3097]

Great video, did you adjust that door to line up properly? If so, how?

[@NeiltheWoodman]

Solid work!! Does anybody in the UK have a good source for veneered MdF. I seem to only be able to find suppliers for bulk products, not just 1 or 2 sheets

[@chrismcdade6565]

Love your content, Robin. I’m hoping to tackle new bannisters and under stairs draws / cupboards soon. I’m already nervous, as I’ve never done either! Was the oak veneered MDF from cut wrights?

[@allybell1994]

Hi robin Where did u buy the blade for your Hilti track saw ?

[@DonaldTrumpWon88]

New subscriber 🎉

[@ukconstruction]

Thanks for subbing!

[@creativechimp03]

Great job Robin. Can I ask where you purchased the hinges? I've been looking for gunmetal coloured ones recently for a living room build I'm doing. I've been using a Kreg hinge jig for years for bits I've done around the house, great bit of kit, as it their pocket hole jig for certain applications. Thanks.

[@joshy3602]

Maybe next time film how to measure and get the angles for the doors?

[@ukconstruction]

Will do Josh

[@TheToolnut]

It's the pitch of the stairs.

[@ak2010utube]

Excellent video and explanation. Whats your thoughts on using oak veneered mdf compared to birch plywood? Are there significant differences be between cost, weight and stability? I'm only a hobbist diy/woodworker and just starting out but really got the bug now. Information like this and your videos really help. Thanks for sharing.

[@ricos1497]

If you're using veneered sheet goods, then you're probably best going cheapest, which will likely always be MDF. Birch plywood is, obviously (!), birch, so it's a different product to Oak veneer. You could have Oak veneered plywood of course, but you'd only really do that if you're concerned about MDF itself, perhaps because of VOCs or inhalation of dust when cutting etc. I prefer hand tools, so would use softwood with the occasional bit of plywood. As a DIYr, you've got that room to decide which material you prefer for whatever reason suits you, because time and budget are less of a consideration than if you're quoting for a customer.

[@MuhammadRehanSaeed]

Can you use a bit of Osmo oil to bring out the colour of the oak?

[@ukconstruction]

Yes Muhammad I really like Osmo, I believe my clients decorator is going to do it

[@connorstuart4391]

How do you find the angle for each stud of frame at the start?

[@Veles343]

This looks amazing, where do you get your sheets of oak veneer mdf? I'm having trouble finding somewhere that does whole sheets

[@ukconstruction]

I got this from my local timber merchant called AW Champion in Dorking

[@thomasbroker69]

Would never have thought about using MDF for the frame, just doesn’t look strong enough for the uprights, why use that instead of a softwood frame?

[@eoinm0nvk110]

Could you show how you joined the upright frame pieces top and bottom?

[@GMLondon]

Yes I was wondering this too... help us Robin we need info lol!!

[@tony78652]

Robin, what was the plunge saw blade you used?

[@ukconstruction]

This was the super fine blade from Hilti, I mention it in the video and describe it too

[@firsteerr]

who gets to clean the bikes ?

[@nickwilson3332]

I'm always pricing these kinds of jobs. Under stair storage, wardrobes etc Unfortunately, I find that many clients want them but don't want to pay the money or understand the craftsmanship required. What would you be charging for this job?

[@ukconstruction]

Yep that is an issue Nick, the materials on this job came to about £260.00 and 2 man days labour but that was not oiled etc

[@gbwildlifeuk8269]

So that would be about 2 1/2 grand then 😂😂😂

[@GaryThomsonJoinery]

Yes, very true👍

[@JohnnyMotel99]

@@ukconstructionit’s nuts when the materials come close to 25% of the job.

[@thomasbroker69]

Blimey Oaf faced NDF is not cheap then , looks lovely though.

[@billferrol4202]

Are you now a Hilti convert?

[@ukconstruction]

I am going to be featuring some of their new tools this year

[@mattcable6379]

Love how you have some amazing top notch tools, then juxtaposed with a shitty old tape and kreg jig. 😁 If I was a nicer guy I'd sling you a class 1 Tajima tape in the post... but I'm not so I wont🤣

[@ukconstruction]

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[@mattcable6379]

@@ukconstruction I'll have a look. I'm a bit of a Japanophile and love Tajima stuff. Fortunately I'm not on site any more. Tending towards high end interiors now and often wear carpet slippers 😁

[@AdrianSams]

The problem with Oak Veneered MDF with iron on edging is it so easily damaged and a lot of Oak MDF don't like being oiled as the oil de-laminates the veneers from the MDF. They look nice though. Have you tried Grass soft close Hinges Robin?. I think they're better than Blum hinges. All the best Adrian.

[@MarkUKInsects]

I have had issues in the past with iron on trim, fine for a year or two, but then peels off. Maybe a video on that?