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Cabinet Making for Beginners Handbook: The Step-by-Step Guide with Tools, Techniques, Tips and Starter Projects
"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 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
Introduction to Cabinet MakingCabinet Types, Doors, and DrawersTools used and best practicesProcess and Techniques10 Beginner ProjectsRecap and Safety TipsConclusion and Free Online ResourcesIn 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!
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 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
Introduction to Cabinet MakingCabinet Types, Doors, and DrawersTools used and best practicesProcess and Techniques10 Beginner ProjectsRecap and Safety TipsConclusion and Free Online ResourcesIn 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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Published September 28, 2020
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October 26, 2020
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout to review.... As a beginner to cabinet making this book was very appropriate, it started with an introduction to cabinet making with a discussion around types of cabinetry, wood selection for both the cabinet carcass and fronts/doors. Then there was a bit about Cabinet Makers V Carpenter/Woodworker with the differences and what makes a Cabinet Maker described with great knowledge and insight. It then lead into a terminology section and best uses of cabinetry which I feel as a beginner is important.
There is a comprehensive section on tools and this is where my only issue with the book comes in, there was nothing about tool safety until near the very end of the book, which was somewhat disappointing.
The book has some good images throughout including the projects section which looked daunting but its explained in a way that makes it appear easy in a good way which helps with the confidence, the Hand Tools Case project is first on my list once I can access the right tools.
So over all a good book but I feel the safety advice should have been included in the tool section as well as the seperate section.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
There is a comprehensive section on tools and this is where my only issue with the book comes in, there was nothing about tool safety until near the very end of the book, which was somewhat disappointing.
The book has some good images throughout including the projects section which looked daunting but its explained in a way that makes it appear easy in a good way which helps with the confidence, the Hand Tools Case project is first on my list once I can access the right tools.
So over all a good book but I feel the safety advice should have been included in the tool section as well as the seperate section.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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.
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.
October 24, 2020
Any woodworker would be delighted to receive this book. The "Cabinet Making for Beginners Handbook" 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 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.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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.
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.
October 25, 2020
This is the perfect gift for any woodworker. The Cabinet Making for Beginners Handbook has excellent information on the basics of cabinet making and shows several projects as examples. The pictures are excellent and I felt they really aid the building process.
The section that lists hand and power tools is thorough and well organized. I feel this is a fantastic book for anyone interested in trying to build cabinets and I highly recommend it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The section that lists hand and power tools is thorough and well organized. I feel this is a fantastic book for anyone interested in trying to build cabinets and I highly recommend it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 25, 2020
I really enjoyed this Handbook and especially the starter projects described. I am a true neophyte when it comes to woodworking, so I will be starting slow, but I really want to create something to add beauty and individuality to my home. This book will definitely help me start.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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