BEGINNER'S GUIDE

3 WAYS  TO BUILD A DRAWER

Don't be intimidated by building drawers. They are just boxes, after all.

Building drawers is a right of passage for a woodworker.

Square is the most important thing when building drawers.

You can build them 3 different ways.

tools

The tools you need will depend on the type of drawer you are building. 

type of wood

You will need plywood and your choice of wood for the box and drawer front.

a simple drawer

Make a simple drawer using wood glue and nails or screws.

build with pocket holes

Building a drawer with pocket holes will ensure a strong joint for drawers that will last.

recessed drawer bottom

This is a little bit of an advanced technique and involves cutting a groove in the drawer fronts and sides.

With 3 different ways to build them, you'll be an expert at building drawers in no time!