Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
I'm back in this video to build my mom a new and improved closet! And hopefully this super budget friendly closet system can give you some ideas to create your own, too.
A few videos ago, I built my dad some new custom cabinets for his closet: youtu.be/I9jygdlrkEY
But of course, you didn't think I'd et away with not ALSO giving mom a new closet, did you? But this time, after a few lessons learned, we are doing things a bit different.
I hope you enjoy the journey, the design choices, and the deep philosophical thoughts (well, maybe it's not THAT deep). along the way. Let's get building.
Grab the printable plans for the closet cabinets here: woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/products/closet-cabinet-system-building-plans
Check out additional project details and tips: woodshopdiaries.com/budget-friendly-diy-closet-system
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Helpful Resources To Use with This Project:
Drawer Building Guide: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZXlzM3gc_U2VAcejawDXcsSU6pm4PESL
How to cut plywood sheets: woodshopdiaries.com/cut-down-plywood-sheets-with-circular-saw
How to use a pocket hole jig: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-use-pocket-hole-jig
How to apply edge banding: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-cover-plywood-edges
Choosing the right screws for DIY projects: woodshopdiaries.com/choosing-diy-cabinet-furniture-screws
Tools & Materials:
*affiliate links below
Tools:
Drill/Driver: amzn.to/4bOEU3i
Circular Saw: amzn.to/4b7kL8e
Kreg Rip Cut Guide: amzn.to/4a7bHiG
Miter Saw: homedepot.sjv.io/b3DkDx
Pocket Hole Jig: amzn.to/45pHpoN
Brad nailer or Stapler (optional): homedepot.sjv.io/c/1404662/1354698/8154
Stud Finder: amzn.to/4hViS1J
Materials:
(4) 4’x8′ sheets ¾″ plywood
(1) 4’x8′ sheet ¼″ plywood
(4) pair 14″ drawer slides: amzn.to/4xs3H4G
(2) 1 ⅜″ (or 1 ¼″) diameter x 72″ dowel rods
Wood Glue: amzn.to/34NCtuv
1 ¼” brad nails or crown staples (optional)
1 ¼” pocket hole screws (250 count box): amzn.to/3RRnYSc
1 lb box 1 ¼” wood screws
(15) #8 x 2 ½” long screws (to secure to wall studs)
Edge banding (optional, but recommended): amzn.to/4jQ9MCe
Drawer pulls, knobs: amzn.to/4hEAxuH
Finish:
Stain: Custom mix 1 part Minwax Simply White, 5 parts Minwax Provincial
Poly: Minwax Polycrylic Semi Gloss
**CHAPTERS**
00:00 Introduction
00:39 Let's Talk About Design
02:54 Building the Double Hanging Rod Cabinet
04:27 Building the Drawer Cabinet
06:05 Building the Single Hanging Rod Cabinet
07:08 Adding the Drawers
09:42 Adventures in Staining
10:27 Installing the Clothes Hanging Rods
11:14 Installing the Cabinets Into the Closet
12:22 Adding Cubby Shelves
13:13 Adding the Shoe Racks
15:45 FINAL REVEAL
I'm back in this video to build my mom a new and improved closet! And hopefully this super budget friendly closet system can give you some ideas to create your own, too.
A few videos ago, I built my dad some new custom cabinets for his closet: youtu.be/I9jygdlrkEY
But of course, you didn't think I'd et away with not ALSO giving mom a new closet, did you? But this time, after a few lessons learned, we are doing things a bit different.
I hope you enjoy the journey, the design choices, and the deep philosophical thoughts (well, maybe it's not THAT deep). along the way. Let's get building.
Grab the printable plans for the closet cabinets here: woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/products/closet-cabinet-system-building-plans
Check out additional project details and tips: woodshopdiaries.com/budget-friendly-diy-closet-system
**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
Helpful Resources To Use with This Project:
Drawer Building Guide: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZXlzM3gc_U2VAcejawDXcsSU6pm4PESL
How to cut plywood sheets: woodshopdiaries.com/cut-down-plywood-sheets-with-circular-saw
How to use a pocket hole jig: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-use-pocket-hole-jig
How to apply edge banding: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-cover-plywood-edges
Choosing the right screws for DIY projects: woodshopdiaries.com/choosing-diy-cabinet-furniture-screws
Tools & Materials:
*affiliate links below
Tools:
Drill/Driver: amzn.to/4bOEU3i
Circular Saw: amzn.to/4b7kL8e
Kreg Rip Cut Guide: amzn.to/4a7bHiG
Miter Saw: homedepot.sjv.io/b3DkDx
Pocket Hole Jig: amzn.to/45pHpoN
Brad nailer or Stapler (optional): homedepot.sjv.io/c/1404662/1354698/8154
Stud Finder: amzn.to/4hViS1J
Materials:
(4) 4’x8′ sheets ¾″ plywood
(1) 4’x8′ sheet ¼″ plywood
(4) pair 14″ drawer slides: amzn.to/4xs3H4G
(2) 1 ⅜″ (or 1 ¼″) diameter x 72″ dowel rods
Wood Glue: amzn.to/34NCtuv
1 ¼” brad nails or crown staples (optional)
1 ¼” pocket hole screws (250 count box): amzn.to/3RRnYSc
1 lb box 1 ¼” wood screws
(15) #8 x 2 ½” long screws (to secure to wall studs)
Edge banding (optional, but recommended): amzn.to/4jQ9MCe
Drawer pulls, knobs: amzn.to/4hEAxuH
Finish:
Stain: Custom mix 1 part Minwax Simply White, 5 parts Minwax Provincial
Poly: Minwax Polycrylic Semi Gloss
**CHAPTERS**
00:00 Introduction
00:39 Let's Talk About Design
02:54 Building the Double Hanging Rod Cabinet
04:27 Building the Drawer Cabinet
06:05 Building the Single Hanging Rod Cabinet
07:08 Adding the Drawers
09:42 Adventures in Staining
10:27 Installing the Clothes Hanging Rods
11:14 Installing the Cabinets Into the Closet
12:22 Adding Cubby Shelves
13:13 Adding the Shoe Racks
15:45 FINAL REVEAL
