Rip and Cross-Cut Drawer Components
From Under Stair Storage · Step 4 of 7 · Video by John Heisz - I Build It
Showing 0:21–3:56 of the source video.
What happens in this clip
Take the rough-cut plywood sections and cut them into strips of the required width for the drawer box components (sides, fronts, backs, and bottoms) using a table saw. Then, cross-cut these strips into the final individual pieces for each drawer using a cross-cut sled or miter gauge on the table saw. This step generates all the individual pieces for the 14 drawers, with 10 of them being the same size.
Goal: Produce all individual plywood pieces for the drawer boxes
What's used
Tools
- Cross-Cut Sled/Miter Gauge
- Plywood Pieces
- Table Saw
About the full video
This video details the comprehensive process of constructing and installing wooden drawers with slides into a cabinet system. It covers cutting plywood and solid wood components, performing joinery using tongue and groove methods, assembling the drawer boxes, attaching drawer slides, precisely fitting and securing drawer fronts, crafting custom wooden handles, and applying a protective finish.
Step 4 of 7: Cut Components
Using a circular saw, table saw, or jigsaw, carefully cut all the pieces for the drawer boxes, frames, and any other structural elements. Ensure all cuts are straight and accurate to ensure a good fit during assembly. If cutting large panels, consider having them cut at the lumberyard to save time and ensure precision.
Other videos for this step
Under Stair Storage
This project involves designing and building custom drawers or pull-out carts to maximize storage space within the often-underutilized area beneath a staircase. The process includes measuring the space, designing the storage units, selecting appropriate materials, cutting and assembling the components, and installing them into the stair cavity.
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