How to Build Custom Bookcases with Built-In Desk

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  • @Fixthisbuildthat
    @Fixthisbuildthat  3 роки тому +19

    Get the Plans here: fixthisbuildthat.com/builtinbookcaseplans

    • @paedahe4975
      @paedahe4975 3 роки тому +4

      The photo in the thumbnail... When you hug people, you can reach around and hug yourself as well. Now that’s talent.

    • @etbman7
      @etbman7 3 роки тому

      Thank you, Alex, this is great! Suggestion: it would be really helpful if you could give some idea of how long this takes to do.

    • @katiepandey5023
      @katiepandey5023 2 роки тому

      Please list tools you use too. Esp bosch laser.

    • @jeromegarcia5396
      @jeromegarcia5396 Рік тому

      Just a tip, when using painters tape don't press so hard, go get clear caulking and put a very light amount on your line, it stops bleeding and it gives an exact edge and you immediately pull the tape while it's wet, you will not get better lines, you'll thank me later.. nice build, I'm working on another piece and I'm jealous of your tools and garage I'm working with chop and table saw only 😩 but I've done it before...

    • @karaleeann1211
      @karaleeann1211 2 місяці тому

      Pull out the carpet and lay LVP 👍

  • @roderick9790
    @roderick9790 3 роки тому +66

    With the editing, commentary/writing, and your personality, it makes it easy to say that I’ve added another channel to my regular watching list. There’s a subtle meticulousness in both your woodworking and your video creation. I appreciate you, keep up the good work!

  • @taylorvanbuskirk8040
    @taylorvanbuskirk8040 3 роки тому +17

    Your workshop is off the chart! Wow! So organized! So complete! So beautiful!

  • @xpatches13
    @xpatches13 2 роки тому +3

    Take note potential Content Creators, Brad here perfectly illustrates the, "it factor" for making a living doing this. From his humble and willingness to point out the mistakes he makes during his projects, to making fun of himself on his poor previous prepwork while painting his son's room, he show's a genuine honest and humble trait that many will connect with. This will draw people to his video's who might not otherwise be interested in wood work. Great channel!

  • @kprice399
    @kprice399 Рік тому +4

    How did you secure the shelves to the wall? If I missed that step will you include the time stamp. Thx Great video

  • @holdemNE1
    @holdemNE1 3 роки тому +1

    13:11 Bonus Lego pieces.
    Nice build. Enjoyable video. Thanks for posting.

  • @TheLovelyMissBeans
    @TheLovelyMissBeans 2 роки тому +6

    This is really cool. It's basically what I have been thinking about for my family room. I have one big massive wall that I want to do built ins to house all of our dvds and games (we have a huge collection of old school consoles), books and board games. Thanks, Brad!

  • @danmwilson911
    @danmwilson911 2 роки тому +2

    Quoting the Offspring in a building video, awesome!

  • @AxisCLPC
    @AxisCLPC 5 місяців тому +1

    We are not friends now. I downloaded your plans (I did your flip cart also, Awesome!), and finally finished this thing! Holy cow, with a terribly crooked wall the trim work was a bear to get looking right. It’s a lot of work but I have to say, worth it! Thank you. I had a couple of live edge pieces laying around so I made a live edge desk top and it looks great! Looking forward to the next project! Oh and you made me go by the Kreg Foreman. Great tool!

  • @mikencrew8885
    @mikencrew8885 3 роки тому +6

    So good to see wood workers getting back in to it after covid hit and sky rocket wood prices. Great work!!! The the realness you bring to the channel when you make mistakes. Most won’t let you know that.

  • @elliotmcbride3364
    @elliotmcbride3364 2 роки тому +1

    Just completed my first ever woodwork build - a desk for my home office, completley using your vids. Thank you heaps.

  • @bear_hardy2118
    @bear_hardy2118 3 роки тому +2

    100% need to post it with the lego and origami on it haha. Love seeing them actually in use

  • @mattbrand5404
    @mattbrand5404 3 роки тому +2

    Your animations are getting a lot better!

    • @Fixthisbuildthat
      @Fixthisbuildthat  3 роки тому +2

      My hiring got a lot better. Chris our editor is awesome!

    • @mattbrand5404
      @mattbrand5404 3 роки тому +1

      @@Fixthisbuildthat hahaha Well Done Chris!

  • @jeffforbes3772
    @jeffforbes3772 3 роки тому +2

    Very cool sir. I'm sure your son will love it. BTW my wife says that quick montages are my specialty.

  • @alanjenkins3588
    @alanjenkins3588 5 місяців тому +4

    This was fun to watch! I think the biggest thing I learned, though, is that I need a sponsor.

  • @CarlosMorales1983
    @CarlosMorales1983 3 роки тому

    Thanks!

  • @moriororbi6963
    @moriororbi6963 3 роки тому +1

    Wow!!!! an 'Offspring' reference!! My favorite band! Awesome video, as always.

  • @One2ManyHobbies
    @One2ManyHobbies 3 роки тому +2

    Ok, the outlet in the plywood in the beginning!!??? lol love it!

    • @Fixthisbuildthat
      @Fixthisbuildthat  3 роки тому

      😜

    • @One2ManyHobbies
      @One2ManyHobbies 3 роки тому

      @@Fixthisbuildthat Am I the only one to see that???

    • @smfone1
      @smfone1 2 роки тому

      LOL… Nope. This is how I envisioned the script *actually* was supposed to go:
      Plan A: no backs on the bookcases. “Well 🤬, the walls aren’t straight!”
      But I’m too suave to say this wasn’t in the contingency all along. Hmmm… I’ll make it a ‘teaching moment’ yeah, yeah!
      Plan B (a.k.a., The Teaching Moment): the cases will have backs, painted to match the already painted walls, which will also hide the not-straight walls behind the cases, but not next to the cases.
      Plan B, subparagraph 2: And, oh, by the way, you need to cut another hole in the *side* if you want power to the desk.
      (Let’s hope no one notices they have to cut yet another hole in the desk itself if they want the power actually on TOP of the desk!) 🤣
      👍🏻

  • @scottcarr5014
    @scottcarr5014 3 роки тому +3

    Great build! I want to see the shelves again with the LEGOs and origami!!

  • @halsti99
    @halsti99 3 роки тому +2

    the edits on your videos have gotten so much better over time! really freakin great, m'dude!

    • @Fixthisbuildthat
      @Fixthisbuildthat  3 роки тому

      Thanks! Our new editor Chris has really taken them to the next level

  • @andrewbrown8148
    @andrewbrown8148 3 роки тому +1

    Great project, Brad~! Sure beats the "odds & ends" furniture that it replaced.

  • @LadyJDIY
    @LadyJDIY Рік тому +1

    OMGGGGGGGG I HAVEN’T WATCHED SPACE BALLS IN AGES😂😂😂GREAT WORK

  • @nathanhankammer3201
    @nathanhankammer3201 Рік тому

    Space Balls image on the thumbnail and an Offspring reference within 1:30?.....Subbed.

  • @EastCoastWoodWorx
    @EastCoastWoodWorx 3 роки тому +1

    Now THAT's a classic FTBT build video!

  • @gbjones54
    @gbjones54 3 роки тому

    Nice build Brad. Like the Mailman reference.. Had season tickets for the Jazz during Stockton to Malone era!

  • @elizabethmccready
    @elizabethmccready 3 роки тому

    Your Type-A energy is everything haha. Love the labeling and everything you do, it's genius!

  • @vedaflores6027
    @vedaflores6027 2 роки тому

    I normally don't subscribe to videos but will be watching many more of yours. Thanks for taking the time to explain some of the challenges and how to fix them.

  • @SQLJedi
    @SQLJedi 3 роки тому +2

    Wow... the built-in bookcase looks awesome! Keep up the great work

  • @johnstup4479
    @johnstup4479 3 роки тому +1

    That desk and bookcase system turned out great. Definitely a great place to build Lego for your son.

  • @ajkustoms5386
    @ajkustoms5386 3 роки тому +1

    Omg! “Gotta move quickly because bondo dries really quickly”…. YEAH! Because you used like 5X as much hardener! I saw that and i was like thats gonna dry before he even gets it applied lol. Great video as usual, your channel is amazing and im a FanBoi lol

  • @davidcole333
    @davidcole333 3 роки тому

    I've never seen bondo used in woodworking before. Very creative solution.

  • @yotadude80
    @yotadude80 Рік тому

    And you get a thumbs up for the Offspring reference and one more for Mr. Morgan👍👍

  • @migrantfamily
    @migrantfamily 2 роки тому

    I built a built-in bed for my sons with shelves underneath and storage behind the shelves. To make it really fit, I cut the skirting boards. Of course, I saved the offcut bits. A couple of years later, it was time for a change of location. When everything was packed, I realised that there room had incomplete skirting boards. The bits I had saved had gone with lots of other bits I had stored up for “later”. So the night before we were due to drive across half of Europe, I was nailing new skirting boards until 2am.

  • @bobfloyd875
    @bobfloyd875 3 роки тому

    love the Offspring ref. Thanks for another great Vid.

  • @webcrawler3332
    @webcrawler3332 3 роки тому +1

    Another tip if you can’t get bondo is use shrinkless spackle that you would use on drywall. Works really well easy to work with, mixing hardener and fairly inexpensive. Sands super smooth also.

  • @bs838
    @bs838 3 роки тому +4

    Great build, I might try it but with dadoes (using a router and a track) for the shelves instead of pocket holes, so I don't have to deal with all the hole filling plus it might support more weight.

    • @Fixthisbuildthat
      @Fixthisbuildthat  3 роки тому +1

      Yep, I considered it but don't have a jig or track for the dados and assembly of all the shelves at once seemed too daunting by myself

  • @katherinegingras4626
    @katherinegingras4626 3 роки тому +5

    Great timing! I am planning to build a built-in office this week. Thank you for the great tips! ☺️

  • @bortoray
    @bortoray 3 роки тому +1

    GREAT IDEA WITH THE PAINT BOOTH. IVE BEEN TRYING TO FIND A SPOT TO SET UP ONE. THANKS BRAD

    • @Fixthisbuildthat
      @Fixthisbuildthat  3 роки тому

      Make sure to crack the door and ventilate outside 👍

  • @BeugsTheLegend
    @BeugsTheLegend 3 роки тому +114

    “Didn’t kill myself. That’s a plus.” That’s what I say to myself each night as I’m getting in bed.

  • @AwesomeProjects20
    @AwesomeProjects20 Рік тому

    Sticky notes for labeling. Great idea!

  • @SpencleyDesignCo
    @SpencleyDesignCo 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome project as always, Brad! Keep up the awesome work man!

  • @BronkBuilt
    @BronkBuilt 3 роки тому

    That was a big job. Very nicely done.

  • @simmuborgir3337
    @simmuborgir3337 3 роки тому +1

    Very nice build and the colour is perfectly chosen👌🤘

  • @bigalsdesignandfabrication9091
    @bigalsdesignandfabrication9091 2 роки тому +2

    Really great build and you’ve made it simple and fun to follow.

  • @vadha1
    @vadha1 3 роки тому

    love this! the only thing i may change is to either round or cut 45 degree angles on the corners of the desk for myself. doing this in my daughters playroom

  • @ItsMe-zd7or
    @ItsMe-zd7or Рік тому

    Was looking for ideas and your video was aVery very helpful video. Thank you from start to finish was great.

  • @johncollins500
    @johncollins500 3 роки тому +1

    Great project!!! I know you probably know this but they make a pocket hole plug.

  • @jodiepalmer2404
    @jodiepalmer2404 3 роки тому +1

    Just what I was looking for. It is perfect for my own room

  • @SergioTrujillo11
    @SergioTrujillo11 3 роки тому

    Man, super jelly of homeboy's shop!

  • @moneymakingmikeg.9555
    @moneymakingmikeg.9555 3 роки тому +1

    Brad, Brad, Brad!!! The freakin coolest builds. All I'm gonna say!! Hoping all is well Bud, Dirty Jersey out!!

  • @RavenVargas27
    @RavenVargas27 Рік тому

    That is a thing of pure beauty and genius. I'm plotting something a bit similar you just gave me ideas and inspiration thanks 🥰

  • @crb5695
    @crb5695 3 роки тому

    Wish I could give an extra thumbs up for the Offspring and SpaceBalls.

  • @robwiencek9608
    @robwiencek9608 3 роки тому +4

    What paint sprayer did you use? I don’t see it listed under tools in the description.

  • @ivanz1287
    @ivanz1287 3 роки тому

    I like the ludicrous speed!

  • @kestutisk9397
    @kestutisk9397 3 роки тому +2

    Thanks for the great video 👍

  • @karenalefounder4083
    @karenalefounder4083 3 роки тому

    Wow! Bet your boy loves it.

  • @GeorgeCooper_LoneWolf
    @GeorgeCooper_LoneWolf 3 роки тому +3

    Great job matey looks amazing 👍 Unfortunately for me to build this in the UK because of the price of lumber it would cost over £600 about $800 and that's from a lumber yard, would be more from a DIY store. Hopefully, the process will start to come down soon as I have a few builds to do and I have just added this one to the list.

    • @Fixthisbuildthat
      @Fixthisbuildthat  3 роки тому +1

      Yeah, it's a lot of wood. But prices are dropping here

  • @AGlimpseInside
    @AGlimpseInside 3 роки тому +24

    That Thumbnail😂 stretch Armstrong ain’t got nothing on you Brad.

  • @MCsCreations
    @MCsCreations 3 роки тому +1

    Fantastic work, Brad! It looks like a totally new place! 😃
    Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

  • @JMC8415
    @JMC8415 3 роки тому +1

    Your son's infatuation with Japanese things is about like mine! When he's old enough and travel is easier, you should take him there. Been there twice and I can't speak highly enough about going there! We will be going back several more times when we can again!

  • @calvinbutler1681
    @calvinbutler1681 6 місяців тому

    This was so helpful! Thank you for sharing.

  • @sapelesteve
    @sapelesteve 3 роки тому +1

    Terrific job on that bookcase Brad! I like watching you do that work because it reminds not to ever do that myself! Thanks....... 👍😉😂

  • @madwolfman88
    @madwolfman88 3 роки тому

    Great video. You are a great teacher, 2 thumbs up

  • @naturalsr405
    @naturalsr405 3 роки тому

    I didn't know you were in Tennessee too.
    Congrats on the channel, about to hit 100 mil views, nice!

  • @se1ectwill142
    @se1ectwill142 2 роки тому

    This bookcase is awesome!

  • @BigLousWorkshop
    @BigLousWorkshop 3 роки тому +1

    Another great project my man!! I’ll be doing something similar in my spare bedroom at some point down the road!!

  • @kevinf3641
    @kevinf3641 3 роки тому

    Great work - I’m a fan of the built-in.

  • @TheEdsousa
    @TheEdsousa 3 роки тому

    I like a lot your job

  • @justinskywalker
    @justinskywalker 3 роки тому +1

    Looks awesome! Great work!

  • @absolutetuber
    @absolutetuber 2 роки тому

    the mini workout you threw in was hilarious lol

  • @SUPERICEMANJR
    @SUPERICEMANJR 3 роки тому

    Love the Offspring reference

  • @kg2995
    @kg2995 2 роки тому

    Nice Offspring shout out!

  • @williamellis8993
    @williamellis8993 3 роки тому +1

    Looks great, Brad. Love the bearded emoji. Take care.
    Bill

  • @bryankia
    @bryankia 3 роки тому

    Looks great. Would have loved to have seen what it looked like after a month of use. LEGO’s for the win ;)

  • @ericplautz3622
    @ericplautz3622 Рік тому +2

    For the bases of the bookshelves, do you secure those to the studs or do you just let the weight of the bookshelves hold them in place? Are the screws that are holding the bookshelves to wall and the weight of them enough to hold the base in place?

  • @regularguy9264
    @regularguy9264 3 роки тому +1

    Big time tip when painting and using tape.
    Make the first coat SUPER light! It seals the edge much better to prevent paint seepage. Second coat of paint can be much heavier.
    You'll never have problems with seepage again!

  • @cliff5240
    @cliff5240 3 роки тому +1

    Very nice job!!

  • @princearthur4946
    @princearthur4946 5 місяців тому

    Excellent tutorial!

  • @theintelligentcarpenter9407
    @theintelligentcarpenter9407 3 роки тому +3

    I've seen a good number of expensive kitchens and home offices installed by professional custom cabinet shops. This is actually really close to what they would do from start to finish. The build is really close, you missed a couple more points on the install process but all in all you did a really nice job. The only thing I would have done differently myself is I would have done crown on the whole room and made it look like the bookcase is original to the house.

  • @cayleygubser
    @cayleygubser 3 роки тому +2

    Awesome build! If you were to make it without the desk would you have removed the carpet? Doing something similar but with a murphy bed and trying to determine if removing the carpet where the built-ins and bed cabinets are sitting is the way to go.

  • @JesseHires
    @JesseHires 3 роки тому +1

    Being a lego and origami fan myself, I think you should show it with his stuff on display.

  • @carlaboujawdeh
    @carlaboujawdeh 4 місяці тому

    Great work

  • @woodworksbygrampies1284
    @woodworksbygrampies1284 3 роки тому +1

    Hola 🖐 and a very Happy New Year to you and yours!! 🎉🍾🎆 Super awesome build, looking to do something similar in the grandkids room. Thanks for the tips, they should help my project come together a little better. All the best for 2022!!!

  • @checudia
    @checudia 10 місяців тому

    Hey thanks for the video! What is the process called at 8:26 ?

  • @Arcenia13
    @Arcenia13 Рік тому

    WoW! So impressive!!!

  • @sebastiendesormeaux1853
    @sebastiendesormeaux1853 3 роки тому

    I liked the wall outlet in the plywood 🤣

  • @dinahplacido5786
    @dinahplacido5786 Рік тому

    Way better than my old one. Perfect height

  • @keithf5236
    @keithf5236 3 роки тому +21

    I see Susan decided to wear the invisible osha foot protection when the 1st shelf unit went up to the wall and then wore regular shoes for the 2nd :)

    • @Fixthisbuildthat
      @Fixthisbuildthat  3 роки тому +7

      😂 😂 I told her to watch her toes, Keith!

    • @chrise.321
      @chrise.321 2 роки тому +1

      I do 98% of my home remodel work barefoot, I only wear shoes when I'm on a ladder.

  • @WildBilly91
    @WildBilly91 3 роки тому +1

    Nice Offspring ref haha 😆

  • @jackierex2105
    @jackierex2105 2 роки тому

    That. Is. Awesome. Excellent job! Can I borrow you for a weekend, please!?

  • @LoveOfTheBible
    @LoveOfTheBible 2 роки тому

    The Offspring... good pull.

  • @bamnjphoto
    @bamnjphoto 3 роки тому +1

    Good idea for my home office

  • @jmert_5859
    @jmert_5859 3 роки тому

    Looks very nice.

  • @srbrisken
    @srbrisken 3 роки тому

    Would love to see perhaps an addon video to this where the bottoms are filing cabinets. Or at least plans available on your site to buy. This is exactly what I'm looking to do in my home office.

  • @Legendary_UA
    @Legendary_UA 3 роки тому +1

    Nice project

  • @countrymagic61
    @countrymagic61 3 роки тому +1

    That is so funny. putting an outlet in the middle of the board you are cutting🤣 COOL😎 How many will catch it?
    Sticky note are fine, but expensive for what they are. I use blue tape. I already have it on hand and it is cheaper than the sticky notes

  • @jeffceriotti
    @jeffceriotti 3 роки тому +1

    I love this. I was thinking of putting doors on it and making it a pantry for the kitchen. With the shelves pocket-holed, how much weight can they support? Thinking of weight of can goods, pots and pans, etc. Thanks!!

    • @Fixthisbuildthat
      @Fixthisbuildthat  3 роки тому +1

      I don't know exactly how much, but that glued and nailed face frame increase the weight bearing a lot. It would definitely hold a full row of large books which I thi k would be more than pots and pans

  • @TheLovelyMissBeans
    @TheLovelyMissBeans 2 роки тому

    Oh, I love that gray paint. Could you share what color/brand it is?

  • @logantaylor9606
    @logantaylor9606 2 роки тому +2

    Does the bookcase just rest on the 1x4 base or do you attach them somehow? Time:15:51

  • @Sagatpred
    @Sagatpred 5 місяців тому

    Really liked the video. How much weight can the shelves hold?