Uploaded February 2024 | Updated September 2026, 6 days ago

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Hey friends, let's build some basic upper cabinets! In my last video I shared the base cabinet build, so it only makes sense the uppers would follow :)

While these cabinets were built specifically for my laundry room, these same style, size, and type of cabinets can be used in a kitchen, bathroom, garage, or office.

Grab printable wall cabinet building plans here: woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/products/wall-cabinet-box-building-plans

For more information on building upper cabinets, see: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-build-upper-cabinets

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**Helpful resources for this build:**
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 size cabinet doors: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-determine-cabinet-door-size
How to build a cabinet door: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-make-diy-cabinet-doors
How to install a cabinet door: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-install-concealed-hinges-cabinet-hardware
How to add adjustable shelves to furniture and cabinets: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-add-adjustable-shelves
Ten must have tools for cabinet building: woodshopdiaries.com/must-have-tools-for-cabinet-furniture-making

How to build frameless cabinets:
Base and pantry: youtu.be/j-VEsdM1rdw?si=wzPT1PDC_4O_2QLE
Base and uppers: youtu.be/XumYNxQQxlo

Tools & Materials:
*Affiliate links below

Tools:
Circular Saw: homedepot.sjv.io/AooaYx
Cutting Guides–Kreg Rip Cut & Kreg AccuCut (optional): amzn.to/3Y38tDQ & amzn.to/49jZFAe
Miter Saw (optional): homedepot.sjv.io/b3DkDx
Jig Saw: homedepot.sjv.io/Gjj912
Pocket Hole Jig: amzn.to/32eoPBY
Kreg Micro Pocket Hole Jig: amzn.to/46JXSBJ (handy for face frames)
Drill/Driver: homedepot.sjv.io/Aoo6Ya
Stapler or Brad Nailer (optional): homedepot.sjv.io/c/1404662/1354698/8154
Shelf Pin Jig: amzn.to/3D04UWY
Concealed Hinge Jig: amzn.to/3Rc65qZ
Router: homedepot.sjv.io/vqZAA

Materials*:
¾″ plywood for cabinet boxes (birch or maple recommended for cabinets): homedepot.sjv.io/EazMWQ
¼″ plywood for back panels
1x2s & 1x3s (for face frames)
1 ¼″ pocket hole screws: amzn.to/3FKfikk
Wood Glue: amzn.to/34NCtuv
Shelf Pins: amzn.to/3ya9teA
Concealed Hinges (type will depend on door style–learn more about hinge types here: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-install-concealed-hinges-cabinet-hardware )
Material for doors–varies depending on style.
*material amounts will vary depending on your cabinet size and number of cabinets needed. In most cases, one ¾″ sheet of plywood will make about 2 cabinet boxes.

Paint Color: SW Stardew

**CHAPTERS**
00:00 Introduction
00:22 Upper Cabinet Dimensions
02:05 Cut Plywood to Size
02:41 Assemble Upper Cabinet Box
05:00 Assemble and Attach Face Frames
06:41 Prepare for Adjustable Shelves
07:17 Attach Back Panel
07:35 Assemble Cabinet Doors
08:56 Paint Cabinets
09:16 Install Doors on Cabinets
10:01 Hang Cabinets on Wall
10:52 Install Trim and Add Shelves
11:42 FINAL REVEAL