Nailed It! The Art of Nail Joinery For Drawers

A Practical Guide to Simple, Durable Drawer Construction

In a woodworking world obsessed with complex joinery and expensive tools, master cabinetmaker Bill Benitez dares to champion the humble nail. Drawing from over 30 years of professional cabinet-making experience, this refreshingly honest guide reveals how to build strong, long-lasting drawers using simple techniques that actually work.

Why This Book Matters:

· Proven Results: Zero callbacks in three decades of professional work

· Cost-Effective: Uses readily available materials and basic tools

· Time-Saving: Streamlined methods that don't sacrifice quality

· Beginner-Friendly: Clear, jargon-free instructions anyone can follow

What You'll Learn:

· The author's signature nail-and-glue technique for butt joints

· How to work with real plywood dimensions (hint: ½" isn't always ½")

· Proper spacing for drawer slides and hardware

· Why simple box construction often outperforms complex joinery

· Professional tips for consistent, smooth-running results

Perfect For:

· Weekend woodworkers building their first cabinets

· Contractors looking for reliable, efficient methods

· Anyone tired of overcomplicated furniture-making techniques

· Builders who value function over woodworking snobbery

This isn't about cutting corners—it's about cutting through the noise to focus on what actually matters: building drawers that work beautifully for decades. Sometimes the best solution is also the simplest one.

"Some woodworkers may frown on these methods, but results speak louder than opinions."