Uploaded December 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
Hey friends, after many (MANY) requests, let's build some basic built ins!
This video was sponsored by Shopify. Kickstart your business today with a free trial of Shopify at shopify.com/woodshopdiaries
I built these custom built ins for my sisters office to add storage and sophistication. To keep things simple, it was built in sections--two base cabinets, two bookshelves, and a bench seat to go between them.
All in all, there's a lot to cover, but this project is pretty straightforward. I hope you enjoy watching them come together!
Grab the printable building plans for these cabinets and bench here: woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/products/built-in-cabinets-storage-bench-building-plans
Check out additional project details here: woodshopdiaries.com/diy-built-in-cabinets-with-storage-bench
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For more information on building basic base cabinets, see: youtu.be/j52AlYLT-UU
For more information on building and installing drawers, see: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZXlzM3gc_U2VAcejawDXcsSU6pm4PESL
For more information on sizing and building cabinet doors, see: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZXlzM3gc_U1wfgpoRlN78lc8C4eK4yYR
Additional tips and resources:
How to cut plywood: woodshopdiaries.com/cut-down-plywood-sheets-with-circular-saw
How to size cabinet doors: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-determine-cabinet-door-size
7 ways to build cabinet doors: woodshopdiaries.com/7-ways-to-build-a-cabinet-door
How to install concealed hinges: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-install-concealed-hinges-cabinet-hardware
How to add adjustable shelves with a shelf pin jig: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-add-adjustable-shelves
How to use a pocket hole jig: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-use-pocket-hole-jig
How to paint without a sprayer: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-finish-raw-wood-furniture-without-a-sprayer
How to stain wood: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-stain-wood-furniture
How to cut crown molding: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-cut-crown-molding-laying-flat
Tools & Materials:
*Affiliate links below
Tools:
Drill/Driver: homedepot.sjv.io/Aoo6Ya
Circular Saw: homedepot.sjv.io/AooaYx
Cutting guides–Kreg Rip Cut & Kreg AccuCut (optional): amzn.to/3Y38tDQ & amzn.to/49jZFAe
Miter Saw:homedepot.sjv.io/b3DkDx
Jig Saw (optional to cut arches): homedepot.sjv.io/Gjj912
Pocket Hole Jig (standard size): amzn.to/32eoPBY
Micro Pocket Hole Jig (optional, but recommended for ½″ plywood and face frames): amzn.to/46JXSBJ
Brad or Finish Nailer: homedepot.sjv.io/c/1404662/1354698/8154
Concealed Hinge Jig: amzn.to/3Rc65qZ
Shelf Pin Jig: amzn.to/3D04UWY
Materials:
(5) 4’x8′ sheets ¾″ plywood: homedepot.sjv.io/9rR95
(2) 4’x8′ sheets ½″ plywood: homedepot.sjv.io/9rR95
(1) 4’x4′ sheet ¼″ plywood
(2) 1x4x10′ board
(4) 1x3x8′ boards
(2) 1x6x8′ boards
Various moldings as desired
(2) pair 18″ ball bearing drawer slides: amzn.to/4ggOafi
(4) pair 1 ½″ overlay face frame concealed hinges: amzn.to/41mTF8i
1″ pocket hole screws: amzn.to/4gmjWb6
1 ¼” pocket hole screws: amzn.to/3FKfikk
1 lb box 1 ¼” wood screws
Brad or Finish nails
2″ and 2 ½″ long screws (to install built ins)
Edge banding (optional, but recommended): amzn.to/3nx64RT
Shelf Pins: amzn.to/3ya9teA
Wood Glue: amzn.to/34NCtuv
Finish:
SW Basil (Paint Color)
Minwax Early American (stain color)
Sealed with Minwax Polycrylic
**CHAPTERS**
00:00 Introduction
00:20 The Space Before Built Ins & The Plan
00:44 Assembling the Cabinet Boxes
03:33 Adding the Face Frames/Moldings
06:58 Making the Cabinet Doors
07:27 Creating the Countertops
08:48 Painting & Staining
09:39 Assembling the Bench Seat
12:05 Final Touches Before Installing
12:32 Installing the Built Ins
14:37 FINAL REVEAL
Hey friends, after many (MANY) requests, let's build some basic built ins!
This video was sponsored by Shopify. Kickstart your business today with a free trial of Shopify at shopify.com/woodshopdiaries
I built these custom built ins for my sisters office to add storage and sophistication. To keep things simple, it was built in sections--two base cabinets, two bookshelves, and a bench seat to go between them.
All in all, there's a lot to cover, but this project is pretty straightforward. I hope you enjoy watching them come together!
Grab the printable building plans for these cabinets and bench here: woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/products/built-in-cabinets-storage-bench-building-plans
Check out additional project details here: woodshopdiaries.com/diy-built-in-cabinets-with-storage-bench
**Follow Woodshop Diaries On**
Website: woodshopdiaries.com
TikTok: tiktok.com/@woodshopdiaries?
Facebook: facebook.com/woodshopdiaries
Instagram: instagram.com/woodshopdiaries
Pinterest: pinterest.com/sharamccuiston
SHOP WOODWORKING TEES AND BUILDING PLANS HERE:
woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com
For more information on building basic base cabinets, see: youtu.be/j52AlYLT-UU
For more information on building and installing drawers, see: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZXlzM3gc_U2VAcejawDXcsSU6pm4PESL
For more information on sizing and building cabinet doors, see: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZXlzM3gc_U1wfgpoRlN78lc8C4eK4yYR
Additional tips and resources:
How to cut plywood: woodshopdiaries.com/cut-down-plywood-sheets-with-circular-saw
How to size cabinet doors: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-determine-cabinet-door-size
7 ways to build cabinet doors: woodshopdiaries.com/7-ways-to-build-a-cabinet-door
How to install concealed hinges: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-install-concealed-hinges-cabinet-hardware
How to add adjustable shelves with a shelf pin jig: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-add-adjustable-shelves
How to use a pocket hole jig: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-use-pocket-hole-jig
How to paint without a sprayer: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-finish-raw-wood-furniture-without-a-sprayer
How to stain wood: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-stain-wood-furniture
How to cut crown molding: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-cut-crown-molding-laying-flat
Tools & Materials:
*Affiliate links below
Tools:
Drill/Driver: homedepot.sjv.io/Aoo6Ya
Circular Saw: homedepot.sjv.io/AooaYx
Cutting guides–Kreg Rip Cut & Kreg AccuCut (optional): amzn.to/3Y38tDQ & amzn.to/49jZFAe
Miter Saw:homedepot.sjv.io/b3DkDx
Jig Saw (optional to cut arches): homedepot.sjv.io/Gjj912
Pocket Hole Jig (standard size): amzn.to/32eoPBY
Micro Pocket Hole Jig (optional, but recommended for ½″ plywood and face frames): amzn.to/46JXSBJ
Brad or Finish Nailer: homedepot.sjv.io/c/1404662/1354698/8154
Concealed Hinge Jig: amzn.to/3Rc65qZ
Shelf Pin Jig: amzn.to/3D04UWY
Materials:
(5) 4’x8′ sheets ¾″ plywood: homedepot.sjv.io/9rR95
(2) 4’x8′ sheets ½″ plywood: homedepot.sjv.io/9rR95
(1) 4’x4′ sheet ¼″ plywood
(2) 1x4x10′ board
(4) 1x3x8′ boards
(2) 1x6x8′ boards
Various moldings as desired
(2) pair 18″ ball bearing drawer slides: amzn.to/4ggOafi
(4) pair 1 ½″ overlay face frame concealed hinges: amzn.to/41mTF8i
1″ pocket hole screws: amzn.to/4gmjWb6
1 ¼” pocket hole screws: amzn.to/3FKfikk
1 lb box 1 ¼” wood screws
Brad or Finish nails
2″ and 2 ½″ long screws (to install built ins)
Edge banding (optional, but recommended): amzn.to/3nx64RT
Shelf Pins: amzn.to/3ya9teA
Wood Glue: amzn.to/34NCtuv
Finish:
SW Basil (Paint Color)
Minwax Early American (stain color)
Sealed with Minwax Polycrylic
**CHAPTERS**
00:00 Introduction
00:20 The Space Before Built Ins & The Plan
00:44 Assembling the Cabinet Boxes
03:33 Adding the Face Frames/Moldings
06:58 Making the Cabinet Doors
07:27 Creating the Countertops
08:48 Painting & Staining
09:39 Assembling the Bench Seat
12:05 Final Touches Before Installing
12:32 Installing the Built Ins
14:37 FINAL REVEAL
