BUILD vs BUY: DIY Custom Closet System
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Published 2024-05-01
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How To Build a Custom Closet Organization System with Adjustable Shelves and Drawers for Storage. I wasn't expecting this to be much of a challenge. I thought the DIY or BUILD version would win this competition hands down, but I was surprised to find that the "BUY" version of the closet is also really high quality and with the price of plywood and other materials these days, relatively affordable. let me know what you think down in the comments!
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Hi, My name is Mike Montgomery and I'm a MAKER; a designer, builder, and full-time content creator. Accessibility is my focus with Modern Builds, not simply accessibility of designs, but accessibility in materials, information, and projects themselves. I've focused on creating furniture and DIY projects that are simple enough that any beginner maker can accomplish, yet interesting enough that any expert might be inspired. Building and making is becoming less and less of an exclusive hobby and profession. My goal is to reduce that separation even further.
All Comments (21)
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I think you should do a series on RTA (Ready to Assemble) cabinetry. I think it's the perfect straddling between DIY and looking superpro. I feel a lot of people who dig IKEA style assembling should be exposed to the bigger universe of RTA cabinetry.
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I do a lot of build-in shelves. Once you have the (plywood) verticals attached to the wall, you'll find that the front edges tend to bend a bit. Fix: roughly in the vertical middle of the system, pick a shelf, drill two pocket holes on the front underside, and screw those two shelf corners to the vertical member. That will stabilize the construct.
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I vote for build since I usually have a lot more time than money. And practice helps keep improving the looks.
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I agree the DIY version is sturdier BUT you need to add in the cost of the equipment used. Not many here have table saws and other necessary tools. Plus the time it takes to lay out the plans for the shelving. You used the already defined layout from the bought system. In addition, did you add in the time it took to drive to Home Depot, pick out the right wood products, haul them home and unpack. That's another half day. I love what you did but most here would need to hire someone to do it and that gets even more expensive imo.
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Thank you Squarespace and the Home Depot for keeping this national treasure on YouTube. I think I’ve learned more stuff from this guy over the course of my life than from people I actually know
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Rather than use edge banding (which has a sharp enough edge to occasionally cut you, over the years of use) I prefer to "nose" all the vertical ply and the front of the shelves with 1/4~3/8 x 3/4 "screen trim" (which has already-rounded corners). Glue and tape will attach it to the wood. It's actually faster than edge banding. Works really well with a 23ga pinner (usually can't even see the pins once driven in).
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Both options are great. Because I lack carpentry skills, I'd opt for #1. Thanks, Mike! House is GREAT! 👍👏❤😍🥰
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Build - sturdier, more options. And gives more satisfaction afterwards, I think.
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Love what you did with the build. I built a custom closet for my house. I used 2 ikea dressers mounted on platforms, black gas pipe for my hanging rods and 3/4 plywood for my top shelf. The length of the closet is around 14' with a depth of almost 6'. The dressers are around 5' wide x 19" deep... on either side. The center ended up being about 46" wide, so I put in a 36" dresser and left a gap of 10" to hang long coats or other items. I planned this closet for nearly 2 years and it turned about 90% of the way I envisioned. You come up with some great ideas so I like seeing your channel
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Thank you! You’ve given me the confidence to diy my closet.
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they drawers you made are a perfect design Mike!
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The answer is different for you, a handy person, than for those of us who don't have the requisite tools or expertise. And don't forget all of the time you'll have to add to the "build" option for sanding and finish (staining, painting, whatever).
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Ok - buy option for me - not equipped to do the build but so enjoy watching you do it - everything is looking so great!!! ❤
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I would flip those shelf pins around so the wood covers them and uses the leverage to support the weight better.
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like them both just a matter of what you are more comfortable with. The only thing I would suggest is adding some led lights to help with the darkness.
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Great job on both!!!!!
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What do y'all think about the DIY vs. BUY concept?? Seems like a fun way of breaking down whether purchasing or DIY'ing is worth it or not. Plus, having 2 closets in the income property renovation made it useful/convenient! Comment your other DIY vs BUY ideas below :)
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This was such a good idea for content. I also hat predrilled holes, go DIY!
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I've never seen veneer wraps either. Seems pretty genius. I'm going to try that next time
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I like the build of course because I too am a builder which is why I found your YouTube channel. However, I am very impressed with the buy option. They look a lot better than I thought they would. Nice job. Im a new subscriber now.
