What You Need to Know
Woodworking Plans for a Walk-in Master Closet
Reach-in closets are closets that allow you to hanging cloths inside a space that when your cloths are hanging your hanger and cloths fit completely inside the closet. I also love the classic shaker style, so I incorporated that style into my design. If you want to build my closet I provide the PDF blueprint as well as a 3D SketchUp model that you can download and modify for your space.
📝 Materials
- Miter Saw | https://amzn.to/2XgnJCo
- 1/2 x 4 x 8 Sanded Plywood (18x) | https://homedepot.sjv.io/qdmAj = $373.5
- 1/5 x 4 x8 Plywood Underlayment Specialty Panel (6x) | https://homedepot.sjv.io/WoA6G = $83.88
- 1/4 x 2ft x8 MDF (3x) | https://homedepot.sjv.io/6ZnPV = $18.87
- 1gal Pure White/Base 1 Semi-Gloss Interior Paint (4x) | https://homedepot.sjv.io/zdP2O = $79.92
- 2x3x8 lumber (8x) | https://homedepot.sjv.io/kd9oz = $18.56
- LED Lights https://bit.ly/33NnMG4 = $334.66
- 1x3x8 face frame (10x) | https://homedepot.sjv.io/1AyWR = $73.4
- 1x4x8 baseboard (3x) | https://homedepot.sjv.io/ZWLyq = $14.16
🧰 Tools
- Miter Saw | https://amzn.to/2XgnJCo
- Table Saw | https://amzn.to/2XfJliB
- Drill Kit | https://amzn.to/2FKP6tG
- Orbital Sander | https://amzn.to/2LFAMqn
- Fluted Drill Bits | https://amzn.to/2J6lSYi
- 24 in. Quick Grip Clamps (4 clamps) | https://amzn.to/2LrPlO2
- 40 in. Bessey REVOlution Parellel Clamp (4 clamps) | https://amzn.to/2XghYjj
- Nail Gun Kit | https://amzn.to/2LwpNzi
- Air Compressor | https://amzn.to/2LyID95
- Level | https://amzn.to/3btuFyU
- Hammer | https://amzn.to/2UDYJ4c
- Tap Measure | https://amzn.to/2wGQGLU
- Paint Brush Kit | https://amzn.to/3dCRguW
- 18in Paint Roller Frame | https://amzn.to/3aoZ0i2
- 18in Paint Roller | https://amzn.to/3bwoZnE
- Large Paint Bucket | https://amzn.to/2JijKvI
- Paint Extension Pole | https://amzn.to/2QRYLUZ
- Putty Knife | https://amzn.to/39u9RWN
- Wire Stripper | https://amzn.to/2WRpggX
- Hack Saw | https://amzn.to/2UKhsuZ
- Kreg Pocket Hold Jig | https://amzn.to/2JhACmj
- Kreg Shelf Pin Jig | https://amzn.to/39oLIAK
- Kreg Face Clamp | https://amzn.to/2ygTW17
- Datto Blade | https://amzn.to/39q6vUo
🏷️ Hardware
- 16in Full Extension Side Mounted Soft Close Drawer Slide (6x) | https://amzn.to/2JigoJh
- 3in Center to center brushed nickel transitional drawer pull (6x) | https://amzn.to/3bxTYj8
- Closet Pole Sockets (8x) | https://amzn.to/2ydNSX2
- 1-1/4in 72in white closet pole (4x) | https://amzn.to/3bxUJJ0
- Closet Hangers | https://bit.ly/3aoELRz
⭕ Miscellaneous Items
- Titeboand Quick Thick Wood Molding Glue 8oz | https://amzn.to/2UCipVY
- 1 Gal Titebond 3 | https://amzn.to/3dyUEXo
- 500 1in coarse pan-head coarse screws | https://amzn.to/2wysqf3
- 32oz DAP Plastic Wood Putty | https://amzn.to/33NNPwQ
- 1/4in nickel shelf pin supports 50 pack | https://amzn.to/3dy1nkz
- 5mm to 7mm step-up Nickel Support Pin (2x) | https://bit.ly/3arbiX5
- 220 grit 3M sandpaper pack | https://amzn.to/33SfEnu
- DAP Caulk White | https://amzn.to/2UlWHXq
- Glass Mirror • 1-1/4in brad nails | https://amzn.to/2ygWw7j
- 3/4in brad nails | https://amzn.to/2vXUPe6
- Wood Shims | https://amzn.to/2wxJ9PC
- #8 2in Tstar Drive Screws | https://amzn.to/3dy3EfB
Step 1 | Watch How I Built My Master Walk-in Closet
Step 2 | How to Cut Your Plywood
- The Dewalt Tracksaw Kit cost about $480 you would need to have a table or something like a foam insulation board to put under the sheet of plywood so that when you run your tracksaw over the top of the plywood the blade has a safe and stable exit.
- The Kreg Jig Adaptive Cutting System Master Kit cost about $900 and can be used to cut your sheets down.
Once your sheets of plywood are cut down you want to move on to the next step.
If you decide to add adjustable shelving to your closet be sure to drill your pin holes before assembling your boxes. I recommend using the Kreg Jig Shelf Pin Hole Jig. If you want to see how it works check out my review of the jig and why it is the best shelf pin jig.
Step 3 | Painting
Step 4 | How to Assemble Sheets of Plywood Into a Wardrobe Box
- The Woodpecker Clamping Square PLUS Clamp will hold your boxes perfectly square every time.
- The Woodpecker Precision Woodworking Square 26″ is a versatile square that will help you make sure everything is square when you are assembling your boxes and installing them in your room.
- The Bessey KRE3540 REVOlution Parallel Clamp, 40″ is great to hold your boxes together while you set your clamping squares.
- The Kreg K4MS Jig Master System is what I would recommend using for this project as you will be creating a lot of pocket holes.
Step 5 | Installation of the Wardrobe Boxes
Step 6 | How to Install LED Lighting
Step 7 | Installing the Face Frame for the Master Walk-in Closet
To install your face frame you will need to pre cut your wood. You need to use a sold wood like pine or poplar. Pine is cheaper but softer, I went with poplar for my closet as it is consider a hard wood and less likely to dent if I accidentally run into it or hit it.
Step 8 | Prep for Final Painting
Step 9 | Add the Hardware
Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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