Uploaded July 2021 | Updated September 2026, 37 minutes ago
In this video, I’ll show you how to build your own built in (or stand alone, if you prefer) DIY Closet System!
For dimensions and details, check out the FREE building plans here: woodshopdiaries.com/built-in-diy-closet-system
And find the printable plans with cut list and plywood cut diagram here:
woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/collections/armoires/products/basic-closet-system-build-plans
Now, I know the video shows this DIY closet system standing on its own–and that’s definitely a possibility. This piece can stand alone in a room.
But it was actually designed to fit into a nook in a friend’s house that just needed some extra storage space. The nook was 4 ft wide, 2 ft deep, and 8 ft tall. So I built this piece slightly smaller to give some wiggle room to avoid issues during installation.
The overall size here is 47" wide, 20" deep, and 7 ft tall.
Check out my other closet system video here: youtu.be/wyClGvb_Vxs
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Additional Resources You May Find Helpful For This Build:
How to Cut Down 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
How to Build and Install Drawers: woodshopdiaries.com/theres-no-wrong-way-to-make-a-drawer
How to Build Cabinets: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-build-your-own-diy-kitchen-cabinets-2
Tools and Materials Used in this Video:
Affiliate links
Tools:
Circular saw: homedepot.sjv.io/AooaYx
Kreg Rip Cut & AccuCut (optional cutting guides to use with circular saw): amzn.to/3hXCjGy
Miter Saw (optional…you can use circular saw for everything if you want)
Table saw (also optional)
Drill/Driver: homedepot.sjv.io/2G6Za
Kreg Pocket Hole Jig: amzn.to/3e3DiUK
Dowel Jig: amzn.to/3wzzS2a
Clamps
Stapler (optional)
Materials:
(4) sheets ¾″ plywood: homedepot.sjv.io/9rR95
(2) sheets ¼″ plywood: homedepot.sjv.io/3vVYr
(1) 1″ x 48″ wooden dowel: homedepot.sjv.io/BXxPmW
(4) pair 16″ drawer slides (I buy the bulk pack because it’s cheaper): amzn.to/2VovmXr
(1) pair 14″ drawer slides: amzn.to/3ARkRMq
⅜″ dowels: amzn.to/2TVwwtc
1 ¼″ pocket hole screws: amzn.to/3htT8K5
1 ¼″ screws
Wood Glue: amzn.to/3xwrDW9
RapidFuse Glue: amzn.to/3hBmO8x
Edge Banding: amzn.to/3k4Vscc
(5) modern handles: amzn.to/3hx9ouc
3″ screws (for securing to wall when complete)
Wood Putty: amzn.to/3wur1is
Clear Coat Finish: amzn.to/36z86rX
In this video, I’ll show you how to build your own built in (or stand alone, if you prefer) DIY Closet System!
For dimensions and details, check out the FREE building plans here: woodshopdiaries.com/built-in-diy-closet-system
And find the printable plans with cut list and plywood cut diagram here:
woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/collections/armoires/products/basic-closet-system-build-plans
Now, I know the video shows this DIY closet system standing on its own–and that’s definitely a possibility. This piece can stand alone in a room.
But it was actually designed to fit into a nook in a friend’s house that just needed some extra storage space. The nook was 4 ft wide, 2 ft deep, and 8 ft tall. So I built this piece slightly smaller to give some wiggle room to avoid issues during installation.
The overall size here is 47" wide, 20" deep, and 7 ft tall.
Check out my other closet system video here: youtu.be/wyClGvb_Vxs
Follow Woodshop Diaries:
Website: woodshopdiaries.com
Shop: woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com
TikTok: tiktok.com/@woodshopdiaries?
Facebook: facebook.com/woodshopdiaries
Instagram: instagram.com/woodshopdiaries
Additional Resources You May Find Helpful For This Build:
How to Cut Down 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
How to Build and Install Drawers: woodshopdiaries.com/theres-no-wrong-way-to-make-a-drawer
How to Build Cabinets: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-build-your-own-diy-kitchen-cabinets-2
Tools and Materials Used in this Video:
Affiliate links
Tools:
Circular saw: homedepot.sjv.io/AooaYx
Kreg Rip Cut & AccuCut (optional cutting guides to use with circular saw): amzn.to/3hXCjGy
Miter Saw (optional…you can use circular saw for everything if you want)
Table saw (also optional)
Drill/Driver: homedepot.sjv.io/2G6Za
Kreg Pocket Hole Jig: amzn.to/3e3DiUK
Dowel Jig: amzn.to/3wzzS2a
Clamps
Stapler (optional)
Materials:
(4) sheets ¾″ plywood: homedepot.sjv.io/9rR95
(2) sheets ¼″ plywood: homedepot.sjv.io/3vVYr
(1) 1″ x 48″ wooden dowel: homedepot.sjv.io/BXxPmW
(4) pair 16″ drawer slides (I buy the bulk pack because it’s cheaper): amzn.to/2VovmXr
(1) pair 14″ drawer slides: amzn.to/3ARkRMq
⅜″ dowels: amzn.to/2TVwwtc
1 ¼″ pocket hole screws: amzn.to/3htT8K5
1 ¼″ screws
Wood Glue: amzn.to/3xwrDW9
RapidFuse Glue: amzn.to/3hBmO8x
Edge Banding: amzn.to/3k4Vscc
(5) modern handles: amzn.to/3hx9ouc
3″ screws (for securing to wall when complete)
Wood Putty: amzn.to/3wur1is
Clear Coat Finish: amzn.to/36z86rX
