Never Forget These 4 Things In Building A Perfect Tall Bookcase

#woodworking #cabinetmaker #furnituredesign
Are you ready to build a sturdy and sleek tall bookcase? Follow these 4 essential tips from Wes and it will ensure your project is a success.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Hey this is Wes...if you have any questions or stuck on a particular project you need help with, go to www.woodworkingwithwes.com

[@skadonai]

I've watched hundreds of woodworking videos from people big and small, skilled to just crafty. I've watched plenty of bookcase videos as a result. This is the best simple, elegant bookcase build I've watched yet. Will be using these methods to build my wife two bookcases for her birthday. Thank you very much for sharing this with us.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you for your kind comment...I am glad this video was helpful. I am sure yours will be great!! Wes

[@Bentons_Place-DIY]

I'm getting ready to build a seven foot tall by four feet wide bookcase myself, so I appreciate your advice, wisdom, and candir on this one. About brushes: pros will readily tell you horse hair brushes are the best for many reasons. And I agree. The extra expense is worth every penny. As for staining, there are proper techniques that are proper for a reason. It builds quality, beauty and value. The best tutorial I've seen is on a KZbin channel called "WOODSHOP COMPANION". This old scchooler knows his stuff. If you use paint, use quality paints. I recommend a primer separate from the main coat. I don't like paint with primer combined. Results are not always uniform. My bookcase... mostly forest green, white shelves and trim, and twin doors with acrylic windows and a Windsor frosted glass film. Historical British styling. But that's just me. I will have it on here when I'm done.

[@gerryroberts458]

Once more you are unbelievable. Everything you make it's like a gold... Keep on going teaching us.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you...thank you! I appreciate your kind words! Wes

[@jeanchance9334]

I am so glad I discovered your channel a few months ago. I am a " Newbee" woodworker of about 2 years. Your bookshelf making tutorial is so simply explained, and easily to follow. I have saved this tutorial in my Pintrest to build this bookcase. Wish me luck!!

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Awesome...yes, I wish you luck and I am sure you will do great! Wes

[@eviehawke]

excellent tutorial and tips. i'm going to be building a whole room library soon and i feel more confident now. thank you Wes!

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Excellent...glad it was a help. I am sure it will be very nice! Wes

[@NotesNNotes]

This is a great video, thank you ❤

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

You are so welcome...thanks for watching, Wes

[@frankzbeanz4200]

What a great video! I’ve put off building a set of book cases. This definitely gets me confident enough to jump in. I’m saving this video and the dresser video as well. I’m excited to tackle both projects as soon as I can! Thanks Wes. Love your work!

[@alfalah.007]

Perfect bookcase! I enjoyed watching the video. Thank you ❤

[@nore8141]

That’s really nice ❤❤

[@deanchafe4818]

Excellent job

[@CM_STILL_PLAYING]

So beautiful

[@jodiepalmer2404]

Just what I needed on a detailed description and building of a Tall Bookcase.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Great...so glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks, Wes 😀

[@UncleBubby85]

I love this book shelf and the tv cabinet you did a while back.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you so much for your kind words, glad you are enjoying the videos. Wes

[@javierflores4567]

Nice and crisp 🎉

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you very much...I appreciate your comment. Wes

[@ericjohnson4768]

I like to use a wipe on water or oil based poly depending on how natural of a look you're going for. A little darker, deeper, oil based, more natural, water based, wipe on doesn't lea e brush strokes and poly has a bit longer dry time vs a shellac or lacquer, giving you more time to get it on the surface, super easy to do and very little mess to clean up. I prefer General Finishes. Thanks for all the videos, I really enjoy them from a Good ole' Oklahoma boy.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

It sounds like you know your finishes!! Thank you very much for the suggestion. Wes

[@telosfd]

Like it! Impressive the nailing at 5:07 with out marking outside. Painting or finishing for these kinds of furniture's i prefer walnut varnish.

[@jocrpnter]

Nice vid. Enjoyed it.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Glad you enjoyed it...thanks for watching, Wes

[@scherry9819]

Another great video, breaking down the process into very simple steps

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Hi...glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching! Wes

[@woody1320]

Thanks for allowing us into your shop Wes. As always very well done! Sorry I can't help with your finishing question, prefer stain and poly.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you so very much for watching the video...I really appreciate the support. Wes

[@garyfoster3076]

Excellent video, thanks for sharing this ❤

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you so much for your kind words, glad you are enjoying the videos. Wes

[@Belco_woodCenter]

You are my favorite wood work

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you very much...I appreciate your kind words! Wes

[@Belco_woodCenter]

Well done

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

thank you very much! wes

[@vincentdinapoli9399]

Beautiful....much needed lesson.....Thanx to the master!!!

[@hughmitchell3262]

I love your channel Wes. I am wanting to learn how to build quality furniture and you are a great teacher. Keep the tutorials coming. Thanks, Hugh.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thanks, will do! I appreciate your comment, Hugh! Wes 😀

[@c.retana-holguin8318]

Your work is amazing and so is your teaching style. Bravo!

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you very much! I sincerely appreciate your kind comment 😀 Wes

[@anthonyalbani2502]

Great project as always, always look forward to your videos. As for topcoats, if I go for stain, it’s either Minwax or Zar. Followed by top coat of polyurethane or acrylic so I can get an ultra flat sheen. The key is always sanding your first topcoat with 600 grit sandpaper. If I’m going color, considering I make country style type of furniture as a hobby, I use nothing but old Village or old century acrylic paints. Because of the depth of their classic colors. I will sometimes use danish oil on certain projects, followed with a coat of polyurethane or two on top.

[@user-zs9xu1pc6s]

Mr Wes thank very much u are a good mentor I wish I can meet with you coz each n every video u post I enjoy

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Always welcome...thank you so very much for your continued support. Wes

[@bandd1952]

Simple and easy. Nice video. Would love to know what wood putty you use.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Hi...I use Famowood that can be purchased on Amazon. Thanks for watching, Wes

[@myk1200s]

Wes great video ❤️ the Book case. You didn't show us how you cut the curved decorative piece at the top 😒.... Maybe next time 😁👍

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Use your band saw! Thanks for watching, Wes 😀

[@edwinmcguire6040]

@@WoodworkingWithWes What is the easiest way to create the arch?

[@rickkinney1249]

nice method for drilling holes for shelf installation---make your fence do DOUBLE DUTY---i learned something this morning thanx rick

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Glad the video was helpful Rick. Thank you for your continued support! Wes

[@zaimroslan2901]

I watching from malaysia. , thanks a lot

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Hi...thank you it was so exciting to hear from you so very far away. I appreciate you visiting the channel. Wes

[@johnchurchill786]

Another great video Wes, and a beautiful bookcase.I always use oil based polyurethane on oak as it really brings out the colour and grain, it also very durable. I generally use matt.👌👌👌👌🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

That's a great suggestion, thanks John 😀

[@csimet]

Love it. Nice and simple design/build. This will be perfect for a free-standing kitchen pantry cabinet I need on one wall with just a couple screws at the top to secure it to the wall. Only change needed is a full face frame and add some doors matching those in my existing kitchen.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Wow now I am impressed with YOU...sounds like a nice project. I know it will look great! Wes

[@dennism.mcnamara3863]

Awesome bookcase and your 4 items are truly important to produce a quality product. Depending on the wood used and the intended use, I find wiped polyurethane or tung oil to work great for natural finish.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you for your suggestion, and I am so glad you enjoyed the video. I appreciate the comment. Wes 😀

[@monteglover4133]

My favorite stupid simple finish is a wipe on poly. It provides a durable finish without a plastic feel

[@loki7441]

This video came at the right time Wes! My 'interior planner' has mentioned she would like some bookcases for her cook books! Just as soon as I build the wardrobes in the downstairs bedroom. I have picked up a lot of very good tips and advice from watching your channel. Do you have any previous video on building wardrobes? If you cant learn something new its a bad day. As for the finish on the bookcase, What about a wax finish? It would be a shame to paint over oak. Or a clear Polyurethane varnish, satin coat. The Acrylic just doesn't look as good, but I know it dries quicker .

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you, I opted for a semi-gloss polycrylic. Good luck with all your upcoming projects...sorry no video for a wardrobe. Wes

[@raphaelcamden9407]

Absolutely love your videos,,i did a cabinet out 3/4 birch ply, was approximately 7 ft high.When i installed my drawers ended up having to put spacers in for my drawer slides because the sides where bowed. Any idea how to stop this from happening.Thanks Ray

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Hi Ray...I install a stretcher between my drawers on all my cabinets which helps maintain consistent spacing, side-to-side. Check out some of my cabinet videos and see if that helps. Good luck, Wes

[@ralphdookran1478]

I am an audient viewer of your channel, love the simplicity of your explanations. I am curious about the pocket clips on your nailers, can you provide a link for them or advise me where you got them?

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

They are standard on Porter Cable nail guns. Thanks for watching, Wes

[@bandd1952]

I built The TV stand from your video and when it came to the finish I decided to stain the wood and used a wipe on poly. I dont have good luck with brushing.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

I am sure it looks great!! So glad you found the video inspiring. Thanks, Wes

[@raylee4931]

Hey Wes, I really appreciate your experience and the way you explain your builds, it's really great! I do have a question though, when you are putting nail holes or seams what kind of putty do you use? I've tried a few different kinds and don't like the finish when I am staining. Thanks!

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

I use Famowood, you can get it on Amazon. Thanks for visiting the channel, I really appreciate your kind words and support. Wes

[@jimk2880]

Question: what kind of drill bit did you use for the shelf pin holes? Those came out really clean.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

A forstner style bit makes a clean hole when used in a drill press. Thanks for visiting the channel. Wes

[@Dan-ol2rd]

Another great tutorial Wes, thank you. Could you share what product you use to fill your nail holes? I haven’t had a lot of luck with the ones I have tried. Thanks, Dan

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Hi...I use Famowood Wood Filler. It is available on Amazon. Thanks for watching, Wes

[@Dan-ol2rd]

Thank you.@@WoodworkingWithWes

[@davidmartin9045]

Question did you edge band the bottom edge of the nailer at the top? It didn't look like you had . I always enjoy and learn something from your videos Thank you

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Hey...you caught me!! Not this time, I just used putty and sanded. Thanks for watching, Wes

[@Wyman642]

There were many good points. What were the four Wes was emphasizing?

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Hi...Thanks for your comment...you will see text listed on the video when I was explaining it. Wes

[@pokershopmexicocarpinteria4553]

Nice in classic designs the most proper finish i think is stain and poly or only poly

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you...I agree, I opted for the clean poly finish! I appreciate your comment and visit. Wes

[@EagleKeeper86]

I’m fairly new to furniture building and have found your videos very informative. I’ve a question regarding the top though, would gluing a solid wood top down to dimensionally stable plywood not cause it to crack during seasonal changes? Or is wood movement exaggerated these days?

[@piraterage7889]

I also want an answer to this

[@EagleKeeper86]

@@piraterage7889 deep down I knew the answer to my own question and decided to amend the build. I’m using a plywood top edge banded with solid wood, mitered in the corners.

[@jaacksj1]

Question for a newbie...would you have to worry about wood movement since you're gluing and nailing the solid wood top?

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Hi...because I live in the desert southwest, wood movement is not a huge problem. Areas with more humidity require more attention. Thanks for watching, Wes

[@cgeorge6786]

Several hundred in materials right?

[@johnmigl3601]

Strange question. Where did you get you glue bottle from? Tried glue bot, did not like. Thanks

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Check online woodworking suppliers such as Rockwell. Thanks for watching, Wes

[@infinityvideoprod]

Hi Wes. Great video as always. What happened to your big shop? Did you retire and sell your business?

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Hi...yes, I did retire and move. Can't say I miss all the long hours, but do miss perks of a big shop. Take care, Wes

[@infinityvideoprod]

​@@WoodworkingWithWesgood for you! Best of luck to you and please keep the great content coming

[@JNewellworks]

Chaulk paint wax topcoat

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Hi...thanks for the info! Wes

[@1031Investing]

Very nice Wes! I like your kitchen stool project too! I made six of them for my wife and her five girlfriends.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Hey! Well now I am impressed with YOU! That is awesome...thanks for letting us know about your success! Wes

[@208patriot6]

Osmo

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Hi...I appreciate your suggestion but have not tried this product. I will give it a try. Thanks, Wes

[@billcunningham361]

I must say, I can't believe how little glue you use compared to others. Really, where's it going to go?

[@charlesthomas1539]

Min wax pre stain Min wax stain Min wax polycrilic Water. Base