I'm also in the business of carpentry and am well aware of the money, time, and expertise that go into doing this type of professional work. With that being said, I appreciate the thoughtfulness and time youput into giving those that have never done this type of work and maybe cannot afford to pay someone else to do it HOPE. If you can follow directions, you can do this. Thank you for your very needed video. Blessings and much success to you.
This was what I was looking for...WOW! I have been lost in my new construction. My closet has been a pain in my brain for 10 months now. I finally found your video and I think it turned on my light bulb. Thank you so, so very much. You Rock! I see in the comments I'm not the only one who noticed, lol. Keep posting , keep changing people's lives and giving awesome eye opening videos.
You're very good buddy, I might be wrong but I think you're a professional closet/cabinetry installer, but you are indeed just great in DIY cabinetry. Thanks for your video, learned a couple good stuff. Hi five from Ethiopia
Thank you for creating an easily understood video. I was going to install the wire shelves that you had until seeing this video & realizing what a difference the solid shelves make compared to the wire. Whew! Saved me from major disappointment!
3:21 thank you so much for explaining why to use an oil based primer. We made the mistake of using water based on MDF and noticed the raised wood fibers. Thankfully, the shelves were for our basement shop area so it wasn't such a disappointment. We're getting ready to make closet systems and now I know!
You do this stuff like it's a piece of cake. Very impressive, I just didn't get that gene apparently, but I will try to get this done anyway. Great video, thanks.
Just a couple of comments. 1. If you don't have a pick-up, you can get Home Depot/Lowes etc. to cut the shelves for you when you purchase the MDF sheet. 2. If you are cutting the 4X8 sheet yourself, keep in mind after you cut the first three 12 inch shelves, the fourth shelf (the left over piece) will be 12 inches minus 3x the thickness of the saw blade. So if you want 4 equal shelves, you have to determine the thickness of the blade then multiply that by 3 and subtract the result from 48 inches. Then you can divide by 4 and use that as your measurement to cut each piece.
He's shooting from the inside of the support walls into the shelve supports that are shot to the wall studs. you can see this step at 7:30 pretty well.
I know this is 11mo late and you probably figured it out but for those that have the same question….it looks like he nailed the vertical boards to the horizontal support boards. Same for the triangle, looks like a small board nailed to the wall then the triangle nailed to the small board. I’ve been told to use wood glue as a reinforcement but it doesn’t seem like he used any.
Damn, this is the exactly what I was looking for. I was going to do everything in a very complicated way with frames etc. I will still need to do that for the free parts, but this is so much better for everything I can do near the walls. Thanks so much for this great video!
@@StayHandy it really was. Could I use plywood to create sort of like walls if I want to turn a free standing wall into a walk-in closet? I can do the shelves this way, but the other side is freestanding and I am looking for the easiest way to make something happen there. Thanks so much again!
This was such an easy video to understand and follow! You are great at teaching this DIY building stuff. Thank you! I gained so much confidence just from watching your video and listening to your instructions. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🤗
This is just what I was looking for. Retirement cabin in North Georgia has this very large closet off master bedroom. Great video making sure to subscribe!!
How did you secure the long, vertical dividers ? Simply Brad nail to connecting shelves and 1X2, support slats or did you run a few nails or screws at an angle , through board , into stud? Thanks! Great video
Great video Dan. Thanks man. My wife shared it with me. I was already subscribed, because I have a handyman business of my own. Pretty nifty stuff. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Thanks for this great video! 🙂 what if we want to put our railings for hanging clothes drilled straight on the wall. Can we do this?will it be stable? Thanks!
You want to try to hit a stud so it can bear the weight. If you can’t, you can use drywall anchors and since they are only seeing a shear force they should hold up.
Super video, I’m lucky, because I have the same closet, I’m going to build one, thanks a lot for your time an video. Only one question, how much approximately did u spent in your project ? Thanks again.
Fabulous video! You cut the carpet to rest the vertical plank upon. Because the cut carpet changes the elevation of your plank across ALL measurements, how do you factor in that cut?
Looks good. Just a heads up though- A brad nailer isn't really the suitable tool for securing the shelf supports to the wall, brads are more for attaching thin light decorative trim. Should be using a 15 gauge nailer, or screws. Trim head screws work well for this, less spackling before paint than a typical countersunk screw head.
The nails are loaded in shear so are quite strong. I think you should reconsider your thoughts on this one. I’ve installed shelves like this all over my own home and put very heavy things on them and have never had an issue.
@@StayHandy I've been a carpenter for 20 years, much of that in finishing work. That is the wrong application for a brad nailer. Yes it will likely be fine and have some strength, but technically 15g is the more appropriate nailer here. That is the gauge typically used to set doors in addition to hinge screws. Thicker trim should be nailed with a heavier gauge than brads. I've seen where heavy base or casings were nailed into studs with brads, and they pull away from the wall after awhile, and that is just trim with no load. My advice would be to look into the different gauges of nailers and their typical applications. This is not an application for a brad nailer. Yes it will likely be fine, but why not learn amd improve as a "handyman" from those who have been the trade for awhile.
Sorry if this has already been asked, but do you have any tips on how you installed the middle triangle support pieces? Curious how you made them sturdy and got them nailed into the wall?
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I'm also in the business of carpentry and am well aware of the money, time, and expertise that go into doing this type of professional work. With that being said, I appreciate the thoughtfulness and time youput into giving those that have never done this type of work and maybe cannot afford to pay someone else to do it HOPE. If you can follow directions, you can do this. Thank you for your very needed video. Blessings and much success to you.
Well said!
Most vids just show them cutting and installing everything. Thank you for breaking it down for us beginners!
You’re welcome!
Thanks!
You’re welcome!
This is the best DIY walk in closet on a budget, ever. I will tackle this project this spring for the wife. Thank you very much!
Thanks!
This was what I was looking for...WOW! I have been lost in my new construction. My closet has been a pain in my brain for 10 months now. I finally found your video and I think it turned on my light bulb. Thank you so, so very much. You Rock! I see in the comments I'm not the only one who noticed, lol. Keep posting , keep changing people's lives and giving awesome eye opening videos.
Thanks! So glad you found it helpful.
When I built our house I had closet and pantry sheaf with plywood on walls. Put shelves anywhere no drywall no studs. It’s awesome.
Great video! I watched this morning, and by the end of the day, I got my little walk-in closet fully custom-made. You changed my life...thank you!!!
Thank you buddy. I think I can follow it. Easy explanation.
You are welcome.
You're very good buddy, I might be wrong but I think you're a professional closet/cabinetry installer, but you are indeed just great in DIY cabinetry. Thanks for your video, learned a couple good stuff. Hi five from Ethiopia
Wow, thanks
Thank you for creating an easily understood video. I was going to install the wire shelves that you had until seeing this video & realizing what a difference the solid shelves make compared to the wire. Whew! Saved me from major disappointment!
It’s a lot more work but it’s very nice to have solid shelves.
the best dyi video of closets
Thanks!
This was a really good video! Super informative and you spoke so clearly and succinctly. No “and” “um”. Well done.
Thank you so much!
This is the first video that actually says simple tools, and it was. It's very inspiring 😊
Thanks!
Impressive! I love the little tips, like taping off where to cut the carpet!
Glad it was helpful!
3:21 thank you so much for explaining why to use an oil based primer. We made the mistake of using water based on MDF and noticed the raised wood fibers. Thankfully, the shelves were for our basement shop area so it wasn't such a disappointment. We're getting ready to make closet systems and now I know!
No problem. Glad you know now.
I love how detailed this video is, I'm feeling like I can take on my closet 🙂
You can do it!
Sooo helpfull
I am from Pakistan. I saw this video its very useful video. Thanks
Glad it was helpful.
This was extremely helpful. Thanks for this
You're welcome. Thanks for watching!
Best closet video I've seen so far! Thanks for this!
Wow, thank you!
You do this stuff like it's a piece of cake. Very impressive, I just didn't get that gene apparently, but I will try to get this done anyway. Great video, thanks.
Good luck!
This video is amazing! Well explained and easy to follow till the end. Thanks!
You’re welcome. Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment.
Great video! You made it look easy, thanks 🙏🏼
Thank you for this video!!! I can’t wait to do my closet!!
Very good job with basic tools and thank you!
Great job!😁
Thanks
Just a couple of comments.
1. If you don't have a pick-up, you can get Home Depot/Lowes etc. to cut the shelves for you when you purchase the MDF sheet.
2. If you are cutting the 4X8 sheet yourself, keep in mind after you cut the first three 12 inch shelves, the fourth shelf (the left over piece) will be 12 inches minus 3x the thickness of the saw blade. So if you want 4 equal shelves, you have to determine the thickness of the blade then multiply that by 3 and subtract the result from 48 inches. Then you can divide by 4 and use that as your measurement to cut each piece.
Thanks for the tips!
@@StayHandy You're welcome. Really nice job on the closet. Thanks for mentioning the water based vs oil based issue with the paint.
subscribed
@@StayHandyAre the shelves the same color as the closet walls?
Last time I had HD cut my stuff they messed up all the measurements! I had to recut everything myself.
Great instructional video! Was very helpful!
Great stuff Dan. Thank you for sharing the knowledge and keeping it simple, yet profesional
Nice work for a basic closet
Awesome video. Can you explain how the support walls stay up??
He's shooting from the inside of the support walls into the shelve supports that are shot to the wall studs. you can see this step at 7:30 pretty well.
Exactly the info I needed! Thank you!!
Glad it was helpful!
I really appreciate this tutorial. Thank you!
This is the best video I've seen to build my own closet. Thanks for sharing.💖 I will be trying it soon. 🌹🌹🌹
Good luck!
Absolutley brilliant!! 👏👏👏
Glad you liked it!
I like how you explained, it's been a long time to search which and what equipment and material to use for doing this thank you for sharing
This give me sooo much more confidence to do my little closet. Thanks!
You're so welcome!
Thanks. You just made it possible to get done without having to dole out a lot of $$$.
very well explained and organized, thanks for all the details!
Glad it was helpful!
Really well done from start to finish!
Thank you for the video. This is definitely something doable.
You bet!
Very nice job 👍
Man, this is a seriously good video. Kudos on the filming, audio, and editing. You are good at this. Keep going!
Thanks! Will do!
This is wonderful! Thank you. Will be forwarding this to my husband! 😂
How are the vertical boards supported to stand straight? Also how are the triangles fastened to the boards? All with glue? I see no corner brackets.
Interested as well!
Same
I know this is 11mo late and you probably figured it out but for those that have the same question….it looks like he nailed the vertical boards to the horizontal support boards. Same for the triangle, looks like a small board nailed to the wall then the triangle nailed to the small board. I’ve been told to use wood glue as a reinforcement but it doesn’t seem like he used any.
Finally a step step by diy
This is awesome, Thanks so much.
Wow! It's perfect 👌🏼
Thanks!
Damn, this is the exactly what I was looking for. I was going to do everything in a very complicated way with frames etc. I will still need to do that for the free parts, but this is so much better for everything I can do near the walls. Thanks so much for this great video!
Glad it was helpful!
@@StayHandy it really was. Could I use plywood to create sort of like walls if I want to turn a free standing wall into a walk-in closet? I can do the shelves this way, but the other side is freestanding and I am looking for the easiest way to make something happen there. Thanks so much again!
Beautiful job bud, I wish was that talented. Keep up the great work 😊
Amazing walkthrough. Really instills confidence
You can do it.
damn this dude is a pro
Haha, thanks bro.
So good!! You make it look like a novice like me who can barely hang a bracket in her closet build a full custom closet without spending thousands!!
Awesome! It’s probably harder than it appears in this video though.
Thank you so much for this detailed video it gave me the confidence to build my dream closet
You’re welcome! It’s a lot of work, but totally worth it.
Great video keep up the good work
Thank you!
This looks so neat and clean. I just love the concept
Thank you! 😊
Great video!! Thank you!
You’re welcome!
This was such an easy video to understand and follow! You are great at teaching this DIY building stuff. Thank you! I gained so much confidence just from watching your video and listening to your instructions. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🤗
This is just what I was looking for. Retirement cabin in North Georgia has this very large closet off master bedroom. Great video making sure to subscribe!!
Great thanks!
Great job.....😃
Thanks!
nice details on how you dealt with the carpet and that add angled wall
Glad it was helpful!
Gracias a su video me animaré a hacerlo en mi casa, lo explica usted EXCELENTE, me encantó!!!!
Thank you! Very helpful!
You're welcome!
❤🔥🔥appreciate everything!!!
Very helpful thank you
Dope as video.
Appreciate it
Será mi primera vez en carpintería, pero lo hace ver que si se puede y me animaré! Muchas gracias de antemano
Good job
one of the few good vids
finally thank u I found a steby step.
Love the hair, Dan!
Great video 😄😄😄
❤your just the best.😅
Great work!👍
Thank you! 👍
Thanks,explained in plain talk,Thanks
Glad it was helpful!
Great information
This video motivated me to start working on my own walk in closet! 😊 Great explanation!
Glad I could help!
How did you secure the long, vertical dividers ? Simply Brad nail to connecting shelves and 1X2, support slats or did you run a few nails or screws at an angle , through board , into stud? Thanks! Great video
Thank you! Just what I needed.
Great video Dan. Thanks man. My wife shared it with me. I was already subscribed, because I have a handyman business of my own. Pretty nifty stuff. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you very informative new subscriber
Great video thanks
You bet
Great video, thank you.
Glad you liked it!
This is an amazing video man. Thank you! I feel like I know what I'm doing now.
Happy to help!
Another great video!
Thank you for the info!
Thank you!
You're welcome!
Thanks for sharing 🥰
Thanks for this great video! 🙂 what if we want to put our railings for hanging clothes drilled straight on the wall. Can we do this?will it be stable? Thanks!
You want to try to hit a stud so it can bear the weight. If you can’t, you can use drywall anchors and since they are only seeing a shear force they should hold up.
Super video, I’m lucky, because I have the same closet, I’m going to build one, thanks a lot for your time an video. Only one question, how much approximately did u spent in your project ? Thanks again.
I can’t remember exactly, but less than $200. The main cost is MDF and paint. But you may need a closet rod or two.
Wow how you learn DIY so professionally?
I've been a professional handyman for the last ten years.
very gud info
Ugh i need this
It’s definitely something I enjoy.
@@StayHandy you should make your way over to Massachusetts lol
Impressive! I don't have all the machine to do it by myself but I wanted too! Same as the little one you showed.
hey my guy great video. I don't have carpentry tools to cut the panel, wants the next best thing to do.
Fabulous video! You cut the carpet to rest the vertical plank upon. Because the cut carpet changes the elevation of your plank across ALL measurements, how do you factor in that cut?
Thanks! I cut the verticals prices an inch long and then cut them down during install to the exact dimension I need.
Wow, that is clever! Love it💕
Looks good. Just a heads up though- A brad nailer isn't really the suitable tool for securing the shelf supports to the wall, brads are more for attaching thin light decorative trim. Should be using a 15 gauge nailer, or screws. Trim head screws work well for this, less spackling before paint than a typical countersunk screw head.
The nails are loaded in shear so are quite strong. I think you should reconsider your thoughts on this one. I’ve installed shelves like this all over my own home and put very heavy things on them and have never had an issue.
@@StayHandy I've been a carpenter for 20 years, much of that in finishing work. That is the wrong application for a brad nailer. Yes it will likely be fine and have some strength, but technically 15g is the more appropriate nailer here. That is the gauge typically used to set doors in addition to hinge screws. Thicker trim should be nailed with a heavier gauge than brads. I've seen where heavy base or casings were nailed into studs with brads, and they pull away from the wall after awhile, and that is just trim with no load.
My advice would be to look into the different gauges of nailers and their typical applications. This is not an application for a brad nailer. Yes it will likely be fine, but why not learn amd improve as a "handyman" from those who have been the trade for awhile.
Sorry if this has already been asked, but do you have any tips on how you installed the middle triangle support pieces? Curious how you made them sturdy and got them nailed into the wall?
I have the same question as well.
Thank you for this video. I would like to know how I can do same without the cutting tools.
Great video and info!! How did you get the corners on the shelves? Did you cut them or router them? Thank you!!