
Cabinetry Tips & Techniques
Jim Heavey
- In-depth Instruction; over 41 mins
- On-demand video access anytime
- Bonus downloadable PDF resources
- Access to class Q&A




Start constructing cabinets like a pro, and gain the skills you need to tackle your own build! WOOD Magazine contributing craftsman and educator Jim Heavey will guide you through cabinet anatomy, how to stabilize and square your pieces and ways to update existing cabinets. Learn how to give tired doors new life by fixing broken rails and stiles and replacing sagging hinges. Plus, banish loud slamming doors for good when you install a handy soft-close feature. Then, determine the cause of sticking doors, and find out how to tighten or re-glue loose joints. You’ll also learn how to repair and replace drawer slides and glides, and get tips on sanding and planing warped sides. Finally, get inspired to reface and refinish your wood for a brand new look!
Jim Heavey
Jim Heavey has been a woodworker for more than 40 years. Today, he serves as contributing craftsman and educator for WOOD magazine. Throughout his career, Jim has worked as a consultant and tool evaluator for Bosch Tools, consulted for various advertising campaigns and television commercials, and presented national educational programs through Sears, Ridgid tools and The Woodworking Shows.

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