How to Make Professional Grade Flat Panel Cabinet Doors
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- Опубліковано 8 вер 2024
- Learn how to make professional grade Flat Panel Cabinet Doors for stronger, better looking stain-grade doors by using real wood instead of mdf or plywood.
This video shows the process for using solid wood and classic 'tongue and groove joinery' to build a pair of 'rustic alder' kitchen cabinet doors using standard shop equipment. It goes 'deep in the weeds' to cover material selection, sizing, milling for frame components and glue up of large 'thin' flat panels followed by setup and cutting of dados and tenons for the joinery on a tablesaw.
This long-format video is produced to be more 'master class with a carpenter' than 'Saturday afternoon entertainment on HGTV' so I hope viewers will appreciate it as such.
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It’s not gonna stay, will move and crack
When doors YOU make 'move and crack', you'd do well to develop your abilities rather than cast negative predictions on the work of others who do a better job and create doors that don't.
Next Level Carpentry yes it’s will not stay
@@fortifiedgentleman8827 You are either a fool or a liar. A fool because I can assure you these doors are just as sound now as they were 5 years ago when I made them and you didn't verify that your statement is false. That qualifies as a lie because it's a statement of something that's not true.
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@@NextLevelCarpentry There's always one 🙄🤣
Honestly, that 43 minutes seemed like 10. I could've watched another hour of your thoughtful lesson on making these flat panel doors. Thank you for taking your valuable time to pass on some of your knowledge to this very appreciative stranger.
DTM... love your channel name... David Farragut and Tom Petty would appreciate it too!
It's great to know you're not put off by video length like some tend to be. Don't know if you're a subscriber or not so I'll mention here that I'm uploading another video as I type and it should go live later tonight. In it I show my favorite pushsticks and a slick way to make them using a template routing method. It too is close to 45 minutes but I think you'll find it full of enough worthwhile stuff to make it worth your while... but let me know if/when you check it out?
Best,
Matt
A novice woodworker, this has to be one of the best "Master-at-work" videos that I've ever seen about anything. Thanks for your time, expertise and "regular guy" approach. Remarkable.
Thanks for they glowing review Jim... hope you find other NLC videos similarly 'the best'...
Gotta love the phrase " Guessing the depth of the dato is like guessing the age of a woman, always guess low". Made my day!
Thanks for lettin' me know Chris... I'll keep that one in my stand-up routine! 😂😁Best, Matt
I've watched this video 3 times over the course of a couple years. it's incredibly helpful. thank you.
50 years a carpender and l know nothing ! Thanks for putting the deval in the details in a language I can understand ! You never stop learning ! Thanks for the video it's the best I've seen in years !
Another fantastic video.! Nothing beats watching a pro that still has passion for his profession and is willing to teach others.
SKWDMDYT, Always great to hear from attentive viewers!
Best,
Matt
So true! I love watching and learning from a true craftsman.
One more thing.. There are lots of “HOW TO” videos but what’s valuable to me is WHY things are done a certain way and for this Next Level Carpentry should be applauded.
Awesome, Cord, thanks for your comment!
It's nice to hear your 'applause', Cord, especially when a few hecklers in the audience denounce video length and less than professional editing... really helps keep up the necessary motivation to press on so I appreciate it. Best, Matt
You're the man! How can anyone dislike your videos..
If you say so, Chris 😁😎👍 I must admit there's many times I don't feel like 'the man' though so I'm glad the camera isn't running 24/7! Best, Matt
Next Level Carpentry haha..I agree!
You don't know who much I do appreciate the fact that you are sharing all this knowledge and experience with us for nothing, if you was on my city I would try to be your friend, I hope everything goes excellent for you.
You may not be 'in my city' Oved but your appreciation makes you a friend! Thank you! Best, Matt
Excellent video!
I like that you're thorough, and dont skip explaining your steps
Thanks Splash, I appreciate your taking the time to watch a thorough (read:long) video and then take the time to comment. I'll keep at the thorough part if you'll keep watchin' 😎 Best, Matt
I learn something every time I watch one of your videos. More than one something!
Boy do I feel inadequate after watching this craftsmanship and I have been woodworking for 45 yrs. I got more tips and instruction in the last hour of watching this than I have in the last 10 yrs. Thank you for sharing your talent.
You're welcome 2 Shoes... there's a lot more where this came from... hope you find other Next Level Carpentry videos helpful even if less so. Best, Matt
this just keeps getting better!!! first off the video was what, 40+ minutes?? what the?? was that a wormhole I just entered ....well, I'm now on the other side of it and need to go sand my cedar planks. ugh, hate sanding. oh well, worse things I cld be doing!! but these vids are so meticulous and hv so much attention to the finer details on nearly every aspect, regarding woodworking. I personally think it's more than just what title says. It's about precision, organization and workflow process. really, that is what I get out of these videos. hell, you can take the glue-up portion of vid and use that as a tutorial on gluing up anything! oh ya , the reason I even started writing this to begin with was cuz of the comment about cringy crosscutting kickback. after watching this I saw the comment and the reply and couldn't help but crack up! I'm not piling on to Mr Jones but it's pretty ballsy to comment something like that after seeing the level of craftsmanship being displayed in this vid. ranting now, ok thx!
It's cool how your comment is so well crafted that it makes 'this video is a wormhole' a compliment! 😂😂 Thanks for your kind words. I think you'll find other Next Level Carpentry videos have similar wormhole/content qualities if you get a chance to watch 'em. Best, Matt
I live in Madrid, Spain. I have started to watch youtube videos of carpenters and their working method, I want to make a closet myself. Somehow I found this video, the method and the detailed explanations are very interesting. Thanks a lot.
Thanks for watching and commenting here Gaston! Since you're making a closet, you might find this video useful too: ua-cam.com/video/UMy5RGblxkY/v-deo.html
Best, Matt
The military guide to joinery. Breathtaking precision! I'm gobsmacked! 😀
A 'gobsmacking good' video? Thanks for such a compliment hphoto! Best, Matt
So many videos claim to show something that is on the next level, and I didn’t know what that meant. Well now I know what next level means, its a combination of patience, knowledge, desire, pride in what you are doing and a commitment to do it right. Very few people have impressed me over the years as you have!
Thanks for your kind words Johnny... seems 'next level' is a relative term that individuals need to set for themselves. It's always satisfying to hear from viewers like you who find my 'next level' satisfactory. I hope that impression helps you establish/advance your own 'next level' too! Best, Matt
Top Notch work, I've never tried making a door for a cabinet before and my wife wants shaker style doors. Originally we thought just glue some strips around the edges of the current flat panels but now I'm going to try my hand at "doing it right". Thank you SO much for the time and effort you put into your videos!
Best of luck to you Rando... I think you'll feel a much greater sense of satisfaction upon completion if you up your game a bit. Don't be afraid to do a practice run through the various steps shown in the video to familiarize yourself with the process before committing $$ to enough material for an entire project. Best, Matt
Whatever the topic, it's a pleasure to watch people that know their stuff. This guy knows his stuff
It's now 15:10 (or 3:10 pm) on a very cold Saturday afternoon.
It's Jan. 16. 2021 and with everything covered with snow outside and my wood stove is here next to my pc, why not?
I'm not a skilled carpenter (yet), but from millions of videos, I chose to see this video (to the end) here on UA-cam, as I want to find inspiration from and to see a very skilled carpenter working on projects I would love to make myself one day.
And as I also like the videos of this very skilled carpenter and I know I'll always learn a lot, I could not have chosen a better way to spend my Saturday afternoon. :D
Thank you very much for sharing all this with us (Y)
Why, thank you... just made my day!
Best, Matt
Thanks Matt It has been 3 years and 1 Day since you produced this video I am getting ready for a glue up of a couple panels and I wand to confer with an expert on his technique, and I found yours.
I enjoyed ever minute of the video. I have always told my wife that I have only one vice and it is attached to me bench. Bench Habit! I need to remember that! ;)
Glad to hear you dug up this 'ol video... it justifies the low initial view counts NLC gets for 'evergreen content' like this video... thanks for letting me know! Best, Matt
Yes-- the 43 minutes flew by. I have built these and many other types of cabinets for over 40 years. Your video stands out as top-notch as it clearly presents your practical know-how, and time-tested experience. I also appreciated your down-to- earth attitude and wit. I even learnt some new methods--specifically- the guy glitter glue removal technique. Even your SWAG made me laugh, and I have purchased some items to show my appreciation and to help support your efforts. Thanks.
Thanks Marvin, for watching, commenting AND 'swagging'... enjoy! Best, Matt
Sir it may appear to you your video is long but to us it shows how a true professional works. thank you for not speeding up the film footage.
Thanks for your supportive comment Paul... much appreciated like a breath of fresh air! Not all viewers feel the same way and hearing their grievances in ungrateful comments can be tiring. Best, Matt
Thanks for making me a better woodworker!
I enjoy teaching when viewers like you want to learn... thanks for watching and commenting! Best, Matt
Brilliant! And, yes, I watched it all the way through. Guy glitter tip was new to me and detailed glue up was a bonus.
Gotta have a bucket of Guy Glitter on hand at all times IMHO! 😎
Sir, I like your process. no frills, no 2 hour back story, and your finished product is exceptional. I like learning from craftsman like yourself. Thank you.
Nice work! I like the method of clamping with the door held vertically. It looks much easier to check the piece, apply glue, and clamp. I never would have thought of that. Thanks.
Thanks for watching, liking, commenting and subscribing gohuskies! I always prefer to to glue-ups with work held vertically like you see in this video. I started doing it this way for all the reasons you cite. I even glue up full size doors this way as you can see in the opening sequence of this video (if you're interested) ua-cam.com/video/FfhtgWF_ETY/v-deo.html
and don't overlook the part about using sawdust for cleaning up glue squeeze-out before it dries... every bit as important! Best, Matt
I worked 31 years offering what I could to those not succeeding in the public school systems in San Diego CA...Thinking of the balance mentioned...There is a very kind teacher, now in his 90's, that would always say, "The means are the end." His smile was impossibly infectious.
Jett,
THOSE are the teachers who inspire the world, aren't they? What a legacy! A lifetime of advanced education is no comparison to the effect of something so basic as an infectious smile...
Great Video. My first real woodworking project was a room divider screen using similar techniques. I used plywood for the panel. I learned a lot. I know where my mistakes are...most people think it is pretty good work. I used M&T joints. As you point out there is much opportunity for warping of the rails and stiles...I know where my mistakes are. I fixed most during dry fit-up. Actually attempting a project is a real teacher. Thanks for all the "HOW TO" pointers. It' will make future door projects much easier.
I wrestled with some less door builds that came out less than wonderful in my earlier years an so agree completely with your conclusion: experience is an excellent teacher! Best, Matt
I wish I had teacher like you when I was attending trade school thanks for sharing
Very nice. I love the saw dust and wet glue trick!
Thanks Brian... depending on what method you've been using for dealing with glue squeeze-out the sawdust might take a bit of getting used to... let me know if you have any problems adapting the method and I'll do my best to figure out the problem and a way around it... I feel that strongly about how well it works for me!
Best,
Matt
I am really happy I found this channel. “Master class with a carpenter rather than Saturday afternoon entertainment on HGTV” is exactly what I’m looking for, and a little dry humor is exactly my style. I love how your videos are organized and you obviously take care to prepare to shoot a video. I’m tired of woodworking videos where the creator fumbles around looking for tools and rambles incessantly. I’m also tired of the new trend in videos where there is very little useful content, because the video is only 7-8 minutes long because they are trying to maximize views. They always focus on stuff that doesn’t matter, and use way too much fancy editing and silly humor, while glossing over very important information for someone who is trying to learn the technique. I don’t know if you read these comments but, thanks and I’m definitely subscribing.
I'm glad you found Next Level Carpentry too LtHW! Knowing that videos here resonate with you is encouraging by letting me know I'm on the right track. I've been advised many times to slice and dice videos to increase views like you mention and to stretch out available content and, honestly, I've tried. I think 'I'll just do a quick video on this'... and it ends up being 40 minutes long because there's just too much stuff that seems important. Plus I really believe I've got enough content to share to fill one solid video a week for 10 years instead of having 6 months worth of content and trying to stretch it to fill those same 10 years.
The dry humor part? Can't NOT do that either, again, despite advise to the contrary.
I definitely read every comment although, as channels activity increases, I'm finding it more difficult to reply like I want to. I appreciate your subscription and comments... anything you can do to share with others who are like minded about the 'master class vs HGTV' thing is most welcome. Best, Matt
@@NextLevelCarpentry In this field of education, there is no such thing as too long for a video. The longer the better.
THIS comment. Yes! Couldn’t agree more! “Master class” indeed!
Appreciate the little details. I always learn something from NLC videos.
Matt, Thank you! There are quicker ways to bang out a semblance of the doors you produced here, but not at the "next level" of quality and detail you demonstrate. Your tried and true, old school methods demonstrate real knowledge, without which all the modern gadgets in the world can't be used to greatest effect. Your careful steps are especially effective in eliminating stress and the risk of imperfect results. Knowledge and experience are the most valuable tools of all.
Always enjoy your videos. I occasionally go back and rewatch your work as there is usually a good little gem I missed. Stay healthy and well good sir.
'preciate it Rich... thanks for watching, re-watching and commenting! Best, Matt
I LOVE the cardboard you used to layout the router cut, a Krispy Kreme box.
You're the first to comment on that Chris... nice! I wondered how long it would take but am surprised it's been 18 months before someone noticed/commented: ua-cam.com/video/RE_BKm4T5Po/v-deo.html Best, Matt
Great tip and professional work. I especially like the tip of using sawdust to remove excess glue soil.
Gotta love the 'guy glitter' Bill! Best, Matt
Guy Glitter
Thank you for publishing such content. I appreciate the fact that you minimize the cumulative effects of “good enough” mentality by taking the time to set up workspaces to be clean and efficient and ensuring tools to be true and accurate before you begin a build. This helps reinforce those habits in people like me that are trying to learn to be better at a skill that isn’t their daily bread and butter. This video was the perfect video at the perfect time as we try to tackle a kitchen remodel and want to build our own cabinet solid panel doors from scratch for our “new” 1941 craftsman home. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and reasons during builds and for giving people like me insight to become better and to stay motivated.
You're welcome Josh... you are an ideal viewer for the audience I try to reach with Next Level Carpentry videos. Although they're not well organized or categorized, I hope you get a chance to browse the other 80 plus videos on this channel and find more motivation and inspiration as you build your carpentry skillset. Best, Matt
everything I've seen you do qualifies as "worth my time"! I'd apprentice in your shop any day!
Thanks... I'll call you for an apprentice session next time I have a bunch of sanding to do 😉
@@NextLevelCarpentry I'll bring a mask... :)
Great video. I'm a retired boatbuilder, cabinetmaker and teacher and I just have to say that It's never too late to learn something. I use a lot of the same techniques used here but the sawdust/putty knife trick for the glue is brilliant and so obvious. I am humbled.
the sawdust
Thanks for your comment Bruce. I've long been fascinated by boatbuilding and dream I'll have a chance to practice it in another life😎 We share an interest in continued learning so it's rewarding to know you picked up on the method I use for dealing with squeezeout... it's invaluable in my work as I imagine a few of your hard-earned tricks would be to me... in that other life maybe? I am honored. Best, Matt
This is an excellent video. There are a lot of details of the actual construction that are priceless in my opinion. Additionally, there are s slew of details in your shop and in your process. Thanks for putting this out.
You're welcome Ed... I tried to include things I wish I knew when first making cabinet doors. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Best, Matt
I like the part when you joined your panel and counted in for the character of wood grain. That’s real woodworking. Incredibly detailed video. Shaker style is traditional, simple, and beautiful.
And those are certainly beautiful doors...the simple elegance and balance appeals...
Jett,
They make for a simply elegant and classy kitchen to be sure. If it's OK with my client I'll post a few pictures on Pinterest of the completed cabinet installed....
Thanks!
I watched the whole video. It is all worth-while content and I hope you will make more long videos that give all the details. Thank you!
You....the MAN!!!
I'll try to live up to that Cee Jay... thanks in the meantime! Best, Matt
Very nice, thank you!!
You're welcome, Jon. Thanks for commenting on this video... I really hoped to 'raise the bar' a bit when it comes to making this sort of cabinet door and with comments like yours I'm inclined to think the video hit its mark. Best, Matt
Watching you work is like being in my Grandpa's shop watching him making cabinets, furniture, trim, etc. He was born in 1898, so he was doing more by hand, but it's the obvious quality of the work I'm talking about. He was a master carpenter, and I'm wishing I had been old enough to really learn from him. I do have some of his tools, though.
rneustel, thanks for your comment... the comparison to a true master from a previous age is a compliment indeed. I too missed out on learning from a grandfather in the lumber industry and a great uncle who worked as a millworker of some sort at at sash and door company. I think the best we can do to honor them is to help preserve the little we know of their lives with conscientious approach to what we do. Best, Matt
I enjoyed this video, keep up the great work!!
Thanks for your comment, Michael, I REALLY appreciate it, especially in light of recent comments on this video about my less-than-enjoyable video production skills.
rneustel - what really funny is that I was thinking the same thing, while watching the video and my grandpa was also born in 1898 and was also a furniture maker. He died at 87 years old in 1985 when I was 16 years old. I have a beautiful work bench he built and one that my dad built, and they are my most prized possessions.
Jay D Sounds like you put appropriate value on things that matter most... a legacy any Dad would be proud to pass on...
Best, Matt
I just had to echo what Steveonli just said! Thank you Matt. I am now going to look for the finishing video. Cheers.
Thanks Kevin... you're certainly welcome! Best ,Matt
As a european guy, I sure do envy you guys having access to dado stacks. I am making a wall cabinet for my workshop and your video was very informative and helpful. Thank you! :)
I love directions= hieroglyphics and automagically... this is great Sunday morning before the house wakes videos, allowing me to learn and puts me in a great mood, thank you Sir.
My mother’s houses have these door lock sets in every door so I will be sharing your videos.
Thank you .now I'll give it a try and I'm sure mess up a couple but in the end you gave me everything I need to know and now I'm going to learn it. Again, thank you.
Professional grade indeed. You do a great job of filming, explaining and showing your craft. Thank you
You're most welcome Robert... I continue to strive to improve video quality/watchability but as long as viewers like you accept my non-professional results I'll try to relax 😁 Thanks for the compliment... means a lot to me to know 'it's working' here! Best, Matt
Great video. Very methodical and deliberate. Reinforces the idea that it's all in the setup and having everything you right in front of you while doing a glue up.
Thanks for subscribing, Barry, I really appreciate it. Doesn't take to many glue-ups-gone-bad to get everything organized for the next time, right? Best, Matt
Well worth the time.
Thanks for sayin' so, Mezenman! I get nervous when a video about a 'simple' pair of cabinet doors grows to nearly 45 minutes so it's reassuring to get a comment/compliment like your... greatly appreciated... and thanks for the sub too!!
Best regards,
Matt Jackson
Whoops.... I was enjoying the process and suddenly I'm 35 minutes in.... incredible video!!! Entertaining and extremely informative without being just dry and raw instruction
"WHOOPS“ LOL! thanks for watching... Best, Matt
You are a classic mate. Funny and informative. Love watching and learning through your videos. Thanyou for taking the time to pass on your knowledge and sharing with us.
Glad to do it, Jamie... thanks for commenting! Best, Matt
Thank you for your thorough explanations and sharing your process. For many of us without mentorship in the craft your lessons are a truly appreciated!
You congratulate us but we owe you a congrats for your excellent workmanship with incredible attention to detail. Your willingness to share your lifetime experience with others is a testament to your true craftsmanship and love of your craft desiring to “mentor” those with less experience. You are admired whether you know it or not!
Thank you for sharing your appreciation... makes my day! Best, Matt
I always learn so much from your long detailed videos. They are a great resource. Thank you.
You're sure welcome Mo... thanks for watching and commenting! Best, Matt
Really high class workmanship. Thanks for sharing!!
Fantastic video! I'll watch it a few more times before I begin my shaker door project next month.
Thanks Grant I hope it helps you out... if you study like you say I bet your doors will come out fantastic! Best, Matt
Thanks for your video I like your detail even if it’s a long video I do like using the Stack dado but here in the uk 🇬🇧 we can only use it in the cross cut so I end up Using the spindle moulder with the wobble saw Blade l cut the raised panels on the spindle Molder as well in my own workshop l use my router table there is so many router bits on the market even though I been a joiner for sometime now I still like to Watch other joiners and learn you never to old to learn thanks again and stay safe 👏👏👍
I''ve watched quite a few videos on youtube and have a good idea of how to make these panels now. This video really is "Next level carpentry" This video goes into much more detail and also talks about the reasoning behind all your decisions. It really is like being an apprentice in a shop. There was o much good information in here. Thanks for taking the time to share
Trying to make Doors with a little Stub Tenon leads to Problems with cupping , Warping and splitting along the joint. As a Professional Joiner I always use a Traditional full or at least 3/4 Foxed Mortice and Tenon joint. Must say you are a competent Machinist and work neat and Tidy
My confidence level rise each time I watch you doing it. Again, you the man!!
Thanks for sayin', Chris, and thanks for subscribing to Next Level Carpentry too! I want to hear how your confidence level rises when YOU do this! :-) Glad to know you're taking your skills up a level too! Best, Matt
outstanding tutorial and just make me realize this is not for everyone and takes some serious trial and error along with motivation and patients. i think i am going to give it a try now, maybe i'll use some of my scrap mdf boards and do a test run
I almost always do a 'test run' with scrap as a test run to work the bugs out of most projects so I don't ruin good materials unnecessarily. It's good practice to make sample pieces of things like door parts to dial in cuts for dados, tenons etc too.
"Guy glitter" -- love it!
Without a doubt one of the best videos on these types of doors I have seen on UA-cam. Thank you again for not "dumbing" things down content-wise, or rushing through various explanations and procedures simply to stick to an arbitrary and artificial timeline designed to placate those with the attention span of a three-year-old.
Thanks, Nick, for enduring my less-than-ideal video production abilities and taking the time to post an encouraging comment. It really helps when I'm wrestling through the process of adding content to Next Level Carpentry. As with any new endeavor there's times I'm tempted to just say 'heck to it' and stick to what I know... and then a comment like yours comes along and I get amped about cranking out another video project.
Much appreciated,
Matt
Agreed. There are so many woodworking channels that seem to focus on production. Your content is helping me become a better woodworker through thorough explanation and step-by-step explanations. To me, it’s what sets you apart, and it’s much more important than production.
@@Cheesto31 That is SO cool! I'm so glad to hear the 'thorough explanation' part is helping you advance to your own Next Level... that's exactly the goal I set from the beginning and it's rewarding to learn there's enough viewers like you 'out there' that value the content over 'entertainment' alone and are helping this channel grow by watching and commenting here. Thank you! Best, Matt
Excellent video! From very begging to the end.
Thanks Piotr! I appreciate your comment and subscription to Next Level Carpentry... hope you find other NLC videos helpful too :-)
Matt
Some great videos. Thanks
You're welcome, Robin, 'great' is my goal so it's always good to hear when it's been met :-)
Channels like this are why I love ❤️ UA-cam... I learned more in this video in 45 minutes than I would learn in three months working by myself. Thank you!
Very much appreciate the experience behind these offerings...I wish there was a way to embrace all the material that needs to be addressed in a way that at the same time feels like a comfortable pace...Difficult to balance. Grateful.
Jett, your appreciation is appreciated :-) Sounds like you have some video production experience since you point out the major dilemma faced by UA-cam content producers which Bob Seger once pointed out (at 3:37) in this video: ua-cam.com/video/40cJoHY7oVI/v-deo.html
'... what you leave in, what you leave out...' a balancing act that challenges me constantly.
Best regards,
Matt
Wow!! Great video I really do appreciate the time you took to teach your craft on this particular project! Thank you!!
Youbetcha Cameron... thanks for watching! Best, Matt
Rocking video man ! Thanks for the upload . I probably appreciate your responses to some of these people as much as the video.
You're welcome James, for both the video and responses... I appreciate viewer comments too and feel that 99% of them add value to the video and help guys like you when they include things I don't know or didn't include in the video. Best, Matt
Wow, what a Pro. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Zapattube... you're most welcome for the 'sharing'! Best, Matt
I have completely forgot about sawdust on squeeze out method good reminder
Thanks for commenting Ivo... 'sawrdust' is the ONLY way to go, right?! Best, Matt
I am a welder that has an interest in woodwork, and after looking at your video I feel like a pro
This video is amazing
Thanks... hope you find other videos at Next Level Carpentry 'amazing' too? Best, Matt
I hope others appreciate just how much effort goes into producing such excellent videos.
You make even the complex look simple. That's not easy. If I was just half as skilled at explaining and demonstrating the types of things you show I'd be very pleased with myself.
Great work well done.
Thank you Jim! I really appreciate the perspective in your comment.
For woodwork material a 15% waste factor is typical, right? If I was as inefficient at carpentry as I am with video production I'd need to find a different vocation. For video I'm guessing an inverse ratio where I use about 15% of what I shoot and the rest goes into a digital dumpster. It's hard to 'measure twice, cut once' while doing woodwork and 'ready, fire, aim' when it comes to UA-cam but that seems to be what's required, isn't it?
Best to you,
Matt
Defiantly worth the time to watch great info thanks
I appreciate the level of detail you go into and explaining the thought process behind some of the decisions you made.
Thanks for saying so, Paul. For Next Level Carpentry videos the 'thought process' is always based on providing a sale-able product to discerning clients of my design/build carpenter/contractor business, NOT on typical DIY video production optimization. Hope the level of detail helps you with projects you're doing... Best, Matt
I thoroughly enjoyed the master class with a carpenter as opposed to the HGTV version. Thank you for the extra details. Learned quite a few tips and appreciated the jokes you slipped into the video. Great video
Glad you liked the video and endured the 'jokes' BIWB... thanks for watching and commenting on this one! Best, Matt
Worth every minute.
I especially like the crispy crème donut box for the template!! Wish I had a dozen right now!!😂😂
Yeah... me too!!
So much great information and tips during this video.
I really try to fill NLC videos with useful stuff Brian. It's all stuff I use on projects for clients who pay well for the work I do. Hope it helps you with projects you're doing. Thanks for watching and commenting! Best, Matt
I am a girl that loves wood.When I was around 6 years old, my father would make all of us 5 siblings sitting and watch him work, he could turn anything wood look beautiful.(while all the other kids neighbors were playing on the street having fun, I did not like that !!!)BUT years later ,me and my 2 younger brothers love to work with wood.My 2 older sisters only have ideas but no hands down.I wish he was still here, he pass away at 56 years old, and I felt that I could have learn so much more, and all the time that he made us sit and watch became the learning experience for life. Watching you work is so beautiful and its very detail, just learn with you how to take the glue with guy glitter (I dont know what it is, but it is so much better then scrap dry glue after when is is dry)I saw a comment about your video editing, I love and enjoy every minute of it, if you edit for less time, I will miss a lot of details.People that have more experience then me,would complain for less time,but if I am learning I want all the details.I just wish I had all this machines to create those cabinets doors.Thank you so much for your precious time and patience.I love every minute of it.Thank you.
Well Irene, you just made my day! I would love to have met your Dad... sounds like my kind of guy. Glad you honor his legacy sharing fond memories and appreciation. It's quite rewarding to hear your appreciation of Next Level Carpentry videos because I'm usually rather disappointed at how they come out compared to how I WISH they'd come out. I'm learning to 'build' videos like cabinets and forget there's a learning curve to anything worth doing well.
Hope you find other videos here fill the void left by your dad at least a little bit 😃 I plan on building this UA-cam Channel as best I can for the foreseeable future! Best, Matt
Oh my !!!! you read my comment !! and answer !!!Thank so much again !! And you are doing your videos beautiful, I love it.Thank you again.Huge hugs.
You're welcome, Irene. Ya, I kind of hover over this channel in an effort to keep it growing... I enjoy the interaction with viewers but at some point will have to back off in order to focus on other stuff... Thanks for the compliment on the videos... I'm learning a little more with each one... Best, Matt
All I can say is that "you are good." First class woodworking.
Hey ordinary guy thanks for your comment! BEst, Matt
I appreciate your detail. This video has been super helpful to me. I've been a carpenter for 35 years and am just now getting into cabinet work. Most of this stuff I knew but it helps a lot to see your methods. Thanks very much!
Thanks Datotherguy... I had guys like you in mind when starting Next Level Carpentry because I really believe there's benefit from the desire to advance like you're doing. Your skillset from 35 years will translate well into any area/level you decide to pursue and I wish you success and satisfaction along the way! Best, Matt
The highest level of carpentry is not building a house but cabinet,furniture. If i live iclose to you,i will be your student for life. Wood working is my dream hobby that i find it hatd to become true without avteacher
As a militairy naval engineer, your video's start to make me question myself if i shouldn't have learned to be a carpenter... you make woodworking fun, interesting and something i really want to do/learn...😂
Always a pleasure watching this master at work doing anything..
Well done sir, you are a craftsman I can only think of being
Thank you, Very interesting. I like the way you did your panel glue-up and might try that procedure as well.
Joe M Joe, You're welcome... I'm glad you found this interesting. I figured out the vertical glue up procedure to get around problems from using clamps on a flat surface. If I had a bigger shop with room for a dedicated glue-up station table I might not have developed it. As it is now, if I had enough space for a glue up station I'd design it oriented vertically.
Best,
Matt
I like how you make those door cabinets
Thanks Eugenio... there's a LOT of ways to make doors like this but, for quality, practicality and reliability I find it tough to beat. Best, Matt
NLC, you mentioned using fresh glue during your glue up. One thing I always do is write the date that I bought the glue on the bottle with a marker so it takes the guesswork out of how old it is.
Good idea Greg... that's a great way to back up an observation that glue has become to 'sludgy' as in 'good grief, I've had this stuff for 2 years, no wonder it won't come out of the nozzle! Time flies when it comes to that sort of thing sometimes... Best, Matt
Thank you!!! Excellent instruction and work!!!
You're sure welcome Jim thanks for commenting and watching... Best, Matt
Hi Matt, well, you went and did it! You didn't have to, but you did!
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Hung onto every detail! FANTASTIC.
Thanks, Shoen... it's good to know you details encouraged you to 'hang on' when, according to some comments, those details have the opposite effect :-) Hope you find other Next Level Carpentry videos worth 'hanging on'! Best, Matt
Excellent video - learned a lot , thank you. Your table saw skills are flawless btw
woodworking gangsta!! great video... thank you sir
Fantastic video and great instruction. Thank you!
Thanks man... more to come! Best Matt
I rarely comment on videos, this is an exception because it's so well made and informative in many ways.
I really enjoyed this video!
Thanks for stepping out of your normal habit and taking the time to comment Justin... makes the effort of video production quite rewarding so I really appreciate it. Best, Matt
PS if you follow the Pintrest link from the Next Level Carpentry Channel home page you can see a couple pictures of the finished cabinet these doors were made for... www.pinterest.com/thetimbertailor/next-level-carpentry-project-photos/ Best, Matt