Cabinet Making for Beginners Handbook: The Step-by-Step Guide with Tools, Techniques, Tips and Starter Projects

Name: Cabinet Making for Beginners Handbook: The Step-by-Step Guide with Tools, Techniques, Tips and Starter Projects
Rating: 4 (6 reviews)

Stephen Fleming

Sep 2020 · DIY Book 7 · Stephen Fleming

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"A kitchen without a cabinet is like a body without a soul."

This is what a wise cabinetmaker uttered when I asked what cabinet making meant to him.

I have been practicing all the aspects of woodworking like Joinery, Woodturning, and Furniture making along with Cabinet Making, and I must say this art provides the maximum chance of impacting the overall look of your kitchen or bathroom and eventually, your home.

Cabinets, for me, are an extension of your personality and a great way to express yourself.

When I first started woodcraft, I looked desperately for a go-to guide about the specific processes and exact tools required.

The content I found online was total information overload and wasn't presented sequentially. The books were either focused on just a few processes or assumed that I already had the necessary information. Many of the books were also very dated.

There are two ways of learning: learning from SMEs (Subject Matter Experts) with years of experience, and the other is to acquire from people who are just a few steps ahead of you in their journey.

I fall into the latter group. I've spent five years on this hobby and am still learning from the experts.

I still remember my initial doubts and the first tips that helped me.

This book is for those who are still running their first lap (0-3 years) in wood-crafting and want to gain a holistic idea of the necessary processes and tools.

I've included photographs of realistic beginner projects, and I'll explain the processes and standard operating procedures associated with them.

Below are the topics you would find inside:

· Introduction to Cabinet Making

· Cabinet Types, Doors, and Drawers

· Tools used and best practices

· Process and Techniques

· 10 Beginner Projects

· Recap and Safety Tips

· Conclusion and Free Online Resources

In the last chapter, I've provided a link to free online resources for planning your next projects.

Cheers, and let's start the exciting journey!

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4.0

6 reviews

Jamie Brydone-Jack

October 25, 2020

Not As Geared to Beginners As It Should Be... I have read all the books in this author's DIY series, and I've enjoyed them, especially on some of the lost arts, like pyrography or leatherworking. Unfortunately, this is the only book of his so far that I haven't enjoyed. While this book is supposed to be for beginners, a certain level of knowledge seems to be required to even understand the text, let alone do the projects. The author uses terms particular to cabinetmaking without defining them, and I thought some text was more generic than I typically see in his books. I also felt like the projects or not as well described and perhaps not completely beginner-friendly. So, while I have enjoyed other “crafty” books by this author, I felt like this one missed the mark, especially for beginners. I received a free copy of this book, but that did not affect my review.

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Sandy Beck

October 20, 2020

Just the book I needed! This book was offered as an arc just at the right time for me. We need to re-do some of the cabinets in our kitchen in the near future. This way we can get just what we need in the weirdly shaped kitchen. May I also suggest you pick up the bonus offer Mr. Fleming has at the beginning too. I was really pleased when I read about the drawer making excellent information. I also like the tool cabinet much better than the pegboard we were thinking of for the shed/workshop. That is going to be our first project it will be a great way to practice. Thanks for the resources links. I did receive a free copy of this story and voluntarily chose to review it.

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Janet Embrey

October 20, 2020

Any woodworker would be delighted to receive this book. The "Cabinet Making for Beginners Handbook" book is concise yet it covers all the fundamentals and ends with several projects as examples. I especially liked the wall cabinet customized to hold hand tools. It is an excellent book to start you out on the right path for all sorts of cabinet-making. It would also be a good book to use in teaching a cabinet course. The hand and power tools are covered very well. The woodworking terminology is explained also. The excellent photos throughout the book help put me in the mood to go start a project immediately! I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

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I have worked in the areas of IT Advisory & Roadmap and Project Management for transformational projects. Currently, I am working with the public sector in e-Governance space, trying to take the benefits of technology to masses through innovation and customization.

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On the personal front, the last ten years have been a roller coaster ride managing career and family. My son is seven years old now and started school, so life is a bit settled lately.

Other than Technology, I am into Leather and Wood Crafting for the last five years. It is a perfect hobby for my weekends, and I have been enjoying crafting beautiful gifts for my family and friends.

I have been working consistently and, most importantly, enjoying my current phase of life, career, and growth. With all the experience and renewed vigor, I am sure to achieve my goals in a stipulated time frame. I decided to jot down my learning and skills along the way and share it with you.

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