Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Ready to build your own kitchen base cabinets from scratch? In this Base Cabinets 101 episode of the massive open-concept kitchen remodel series, I break down EVERY component of a professional-grade base cabinet and show you exactly how to make it!
Thanks to Kreg Tool for Sponsoring this video. You can build cabinets just like mine using tools from Kreg, start your kitchen today at kregtool.com (HUGE savings today, February 16th)
@JohnBuildsIt
We'll cover:
Cutting plywood sides, bottom, and back panels
Dado cuts for perfect fit
Building sturdy crossmembers with pocket holes
Milling and assembling flush face frames (using raw ash for that premium look)
Full cabinet assembly with glue, screws, and nails
Pro tips for square, strong cabinets that last
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Miter Spring Clamps: amzn.to/2O8oYhv
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10 Million Dollar Stick: amzn.to/2SrKvjS
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This method works great for kitchen, bathroom, or laundry cabinets – and it's the exact process I'm using for our dream dine-in kitchen!
Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro & Why Build Your Own Base Cabinets
01:15 – Material Breakdown (Plywood, Ash, etc.)
02:40 – Cutting Parts on Table Saw & Miter Saw
04:20 – Pocket Hole Crossmembers (Kreg Tools Spotlight)
06:50 – Dado Cuts for Sides & Bottom
09:10 – Building the Face Frame (Milling, Pocket Holes & Assembly)
11:30 – Final Cabinet Assembly & Squaring Tips
12:45 – Installation Example & Next Steps
If you're tackling a DIY kitchen remodel or just want custom cabinets on a budget, this is the ultimate starter guide!
Hit LIKE if you're building cabinets soon, SUBSCRIBE for the full remodel series (drawers, doors & finishes coming next!), and comment: Face frame or frameless cabinets – which do you prefer?
Follow us: DIYTyler.com
instagram.com/diytylerg
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#DIYBaseCabinets #KitchenCabinetBuild #woodworkingtutorials
Ready to build your own kitchen base cabinets from scratch? In this Base Cabinets 101 episode of the massive open-concept kitchen remodel series, I break down EVERY component of a professional-grade base cabinet and show you exactly how to make it!
Thanks to Kreg Tool for Sponsoring this video. You can build cabinets just like mine using tools from Kreg, start your kitchen today at kregtool.com (HUGE savings today, February 16th)
@JohnBuildsIt
We'll cover:
Cutting plywood sides, bottom, and back panels
Dado cuts for perfect fit
Building sturdy crossmembers with pocket holes
Milling and assembling flush face frames (using raw ash for that premium look)
Full cabinet assembly with glue, screws, and nails
Pro tips for square, strong cabinets that last
Stuff I like (some affiliate links):
FastCap 16oz Glue Bot: goo.gl/X5aNZ0
FastCap 4oz Babe Bot: amzn.to/1KEuIUf
Kreg R3: amzn.to/2OZy8gc
Kreg Panel Carrier: amzn.to/3uq7e8p
EDC Tool Belt: goo.gl/XZnWRx
Miter Spring Clamps: amzn.to/2O8oYhv
IsoTunes Xtra: amzn.to/2NBu7zw
3M Respirator: goo.gl/ZexRQd
3M Respirator Filters: goo.gl/92Ejh0
Marr free Counter Sink bit: amzn.to/3ekojFK
10 Million Dollar Stick: amzn.to/2SrKvjS
Mixing Mate: amzn.to/2w699Bf
Nail Puller Pliers: amzn.to/37frZUq
Swanson Combination Square: goo.gl/EYuGAn
FastCap Tape Measure: goo.gl/t2lWJD
Brayer Roller: goo.gl/bc5uIE
Titebond TiteWrap: amzn.to/2F9AALM
Moisture Meter: amzn.to/2SwBy9i
This method works great for kitchen, bathroom, or laundry cabinets – and it's the exact process I'm using for our dream dine-in kitchen!
Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro & Why Build Your Own Base Cabinets
01:15 – Material Breakdown (Plywood, Ash, etc.)
02:40 – Cutting Parts on Table Saw & Miter Saw
04:20 – Pocket Hole Crossmembers (Kreg Tools Spotlight)
06:50 – Dado Cuts for Sides & Bottom
09:10 – Building the Face Frame (Milling, Pocket Holes & Assembly)
11:30 – Final Cabinet Assembly & Squaring Tips
12:45 – Installation Example & Next Steps
If you're tackling a DIY kitchen remodel or just want custom cabinets on a budget, this is the ultimate starter guide!
Hit LIKE if you're building cabinets soon, SUBSCRIBE for the full remodel series (drawers, doors & finishes coming next!), and comment: Face frame or frameless cabinets – which do you prefer?
Follow us: DIYTyler.com
instagram.com/diytylerg
facebook.com/DIYTyler
#DIYBaseCabinets #KitchenCabinetBuild #woodworkingtutorials
