‘Returning’ a Base Molding on a Cabinet End
Returning a base molding against a cabinet side or wall using a back miter
Accepting Delivery
Brian explains the steps you will go through when receiving a shipment and signing delivery receipt.
Adjusting Blum Tandem Drawer Glides
Adjusting Blum Tandem Drawer Glides for Precise Fit and Operation
Anatomy of a Cabinet Door
Discusses elements of a cabinet door such as Edge Profile, Framing Bead and Panel Raise and how you can dictate these elements at no extra charge to create truly unique designs for your project.
Applied Doors as End Panels
In overlay cabinets, ends of cabinets can be decorated with a simple applied door panel that lines up with the adjacent cabinet doors the operable surfaces
Applied Molding Doors
A video that focuses on Applied Molding doors and why they are different (and more expensive) than standard doors.
Apron Sink Bases
This video details information on apron sink bases including how they are cut out, supported, etc.
Assembling a Tall Cabinet in Upright Position
Assembling a tall Conestoga cabinet in the upright position
Assembly Tools & Materials: What you need
A look at the tools and materials needed to build a typical Conestoga RTA cabinet
Assorted Trim Moldings
Conestoga's assorted trim moldings such as scribe, inside and outside corner and much more.
Asymmetrical Base Lazy Susan
Video shows the option for base lazy susans where each 'leg' can be a different width, making designing the corner of your kitchen easier and 'filler free'
Attaching a Back Panel to Island/Peninsula
Attaching a plywood/bead board panel to the back of an island
Bamboo Cabinet Door Options
Bamboo door options
Barrister Hardware
An interesting use of Barrister hardware (not supplied by Conestoga)
Base 1 Drawer Cabinets as Window Seat
Conestoga's new 1 and 2 drawer cabinets used as an ideal window seat
Base 2 Door 5 Drawer Cabinet Assembly (B2D5D) Updated Spring 2022
Conestoga's Base 2 Door 5 Drawer Cabinet
Base 2 Drawer Roll Out Cabinet – B2DRO
Conestoga's new Base 2 Drawer Roll Out cabinet
Base 3 Drawer Equal Height (B3DEH) Cabinet: Updated Fall 2020
Assembly operation of a Base 3 Drawer Equal Height Cabinet. Brian notes the overlay versus inset opening size issue and how drawer boxes and face frame will not be equal on full overlay cabinets.
Base 4 Drawer (B4D) Assembly: Updated Fall 2020
Assembly of the Bae 4 Drawer cabinet. Also shows the installation of the rear mounting brackets and inset mounting brackets.
Base and Casing Moldings/Trim
A brief overview of Conestoga's popular base and casing moldings
Base Cabinet Assembly
A quick demonstration of the assembly process for a simple base cabinet in Conestoga's RTA cabinet line
Base Cabinet Assembly: Updated Fall 2020
Base cabinet assembly showing new cabinet back method
Base Cabinet Installation Tips
This video illustrates things to be aware of as you install your base cabinets: corner clearances, counter support, etc.
Base Cabinet Top Strips and Workarounds
Conestoga Base Cabinet Top Strips...What if mine came wrong, damaged or missing?
Base Corner Pie Cut Three Drawer Cabinet
A video describing Conestoga's new Base Corner Pie Cut 3 Drawer cabinet, its features and its assembly.
Base End Angle Cabinet – BEAL / BEAR
Understanding and designing with Conestoga's BEAL / BEAR base end angle transition cabinet
Base Filler Columns
Base filler columns and example of use in island overhang
Base Full Door (BFD) Assembly Updated: Fall 2020
Assembly of a Base Full Door cabinet
Base Full Door Roll Out Cabinet – BFDRO
Conestoga's new Base Full Door Roll Out Cabinet
Base Lazy Susan (BLS) & Wall Corner Pie Cut (WPC) Assembly
A video devoted to showing the basics of assembly for a pie cut cabinet. Note the shelves/susans are installed DURING the assembly!
Base Lazy Susan When Used in Inset Applications
Things to be aware of if you plan on using a BLS in inset or beaded inset cabinet applications
Base Sink Full Door (BSFD) Updated Fall 2022
Sink base full door cabinets come with a panel to hide the sink basin. Brian explains how to use the panel for overlay application and the modifications needed for inset.
Base Under Counter Microwave Cabinets – BUCM and BIUCM
Understanding Conestoga's base under counter microwave cabinets for integrated or set in place Microwaves
Base/Tall Filler Column (BFC/WFC/TFC) Description and Assembly
Filler Column assembly and descriptions of how they are used
Basic Crown Molding Options
Overview of Conestoga's basic crown program. They also offer many non-standard crowns for your consideration, all in the catalog for your review!
BEADED INSET Base Lazy Susan Front Frame Trimming
How to trim the front frames on a beaded inset BLS so that the beads meet cleanly in the corner.
Blind Corner Cabinet Basics
Designing with and understanding Conestoga's Blind Corner cabinets
Blum Aventos HK Lift Hinges Updated Fall 2022
Brian shows how to install the Blum Aventos HK Lift Hinges.
Blum Tandem Installation – Overlay and Inset. Features New Pilot Holes
This video shows the full Blum Tandem installation for standard 18, 21 and 24 deep cabinets
Bottom Mount Trash Pull Out – Ready to Install Unit
Installing Conestoga's 'ready to Install' bottom mount trash pull out
Bottom Mount Trash Pull Out Installation – Step 1: Unbox & Inventory
Step 1 of installing our Hafele Moovit Trash pullout: Unboxing the contents
Bottom Mount Trash Pull Out Installation – Step 2: Installing the Base
Installing the slide base in the cabinet which will accept the glide body/trash roll out
Bottom Mount Trash Pull Out Installation – Step 3: Adjust the Door Mount Brackets
Adjusting the door mounting bracket position based on your kitchen's door overlay
Bottom Mount Trash Pull Out Installation – Step 4: Mounting the Door
Mounting the cabinet door to a trash pull out so that the door lines up with the adjacent cabinet doors
Bottom Mount Trash Pull Out Installation – Step 5: Wrap up
Final steps to installing your Hafele Trash Pullout
Cabinet Interior Options Updated Fall 2022
Brian goes over shelf options and explains the difference between standard and matching interior.
Cleaning and Care of Conestoga Cabinets
Cleaning and care/repair of catalyzed conversion varnish finishes
Conestoga’s Offical Assembly Video: Corner Cabinet
Conestoga corner cabinet assembly
Conestoga’s Official Assembly Video: Base Cabinet
Conestoga's official base cabinet assembly video. Be sure to check out all the assembly videos on our web site as you may pick up some tricks from each.
Conestoga’s Official Assembly video: Wall Cabinet
Conestoga wall cabinet assembly. We encourage you to watch all the assembly videos in our library as you may pick up some tricks in each.
Configuring Custom Cabinets
Conestoga allows you to create virtually any cabinet combination simply by ordering a custom face frame (and doors/fronts/boxes). This video explains how.
Create an Easy Door Mounting Jig For Base Cabinets
How to easily install base cabinet doors straight and level
Crown Moldings w/Insert Moldings
Crown moldings that accept decorative inserts
CTR & CBR
CTR & CBR
Custom Extended Stile Option
Conestoga's Custom Extended Stile option and when to use it
Custom Size Case Only (CSCO) Cabinet Assembly: Updated Spring 2022
Assembling (CSCO) which we refer to as the "swiss army knife of cabinets" because of its versatility.
Custom Wide Top Rail Option
What is a Wide Top Rail and when would it be used? This video will answer that question for you!
Custom Wood Species in RTA Cabinets
A critical explanation of what to expect when you order custom woods in Conestoga's RTA cabinet program.
Cutlery Dividers
An overview of Conestoga's cutlery divider program
Darkening of Cherry Due to UV Light
This video shows the affect of light on Cherry and discusses some of the challenges of working with America's favorite wood specie.
Delivery Exceptions
Brian goes over how to handle unique deliveries.
Designing with Conestoga’s Case Only (CSCO) Cabinet
Designing with Conestoga's Case Only (CSCO) Cabinet
Dishwasher End Panel/Custom Sized End Panel (DWEP/CSEP)
Dishwasher End Panel/Custom Sized End Panel description, uses and assembly.
Door Overlay Explanation
A brief video describing the differences between our door overlay options (1/2" partial, 1-1/4" Full and 1-3/8" Ultra-full overlays) as well as inset/beaded inset
Drawer Box Options Updated Fall 2022
Brian explains our standard drawer box specs and options that can be included
Drawer Front Panel Options for Undersized Drawer Fronts
When a drawer is extremely narrow, it limits the panel options for that drawer front (same can be said for narrow doors). This video shows your options as you consider your top drawer front design.
Dust Top Option
What is a dust top and how to use it
Edge Profiles & Framing Beads
Edge Profiles & Framing Beads
End Panel & Island/Peninsula Back Panel Options
Describes the available decorative options for cabinet backs and ends. Helpful when determining how to finish off the backs of your island and/or peninsula.
Exposed vs Flush Finished End Option – Whats the Difference?
Discussion of Flush vs Exposed Ends
Extended Stile: What is it & Why Do You Need It?
Describes one of our most popular and useful cabinet options, the Extended Stile (built in filler)
Filler over Refrigerator (to cover gap)
Video shows how a filler can be used to close in a gap over the fridge when standard height fridge cabinets (3" increment heights) are used.
Filler Pull Out Rack
How to install a 3 or 6" filler pull out rack
Filler Pull Out Racks for Inset Cabinetry
Discussion of filler pull out racks when used in inset cabinets as well as things to watch out for.
Finished Bottom Option
Finished bottom option.
Finished Wall Cabinet Bottoms
A video describing what to order to achieve finished cabinet bottoms that match your cabinet exteriors.
Finishing Program
An explanation of our wood finishes (stains, paints, glazes) and how to procure a sample for your review.
Flush Shaped Toe Option
Discussion of Conestoga's Flush Shaped Toe option, how to order and things to be aware of
Front Frame Assembly Issues
Things you may run in to during assembly that prevent the front frame from fully seating on the cabinet box
Furniture Wrap on Base Cabinets
How do you get the look of classic furniture feet on your Conestoga base/tall/vanity cabinets? Use a valance and customize it to your needs as well as create a matching base molding for the sides of the cabinets!
Getting Started Video 1: Organizing your Cabinets/Boxes Updated Spring 2022
How to organize your cabinets before starting assembly
Half Moon Blind Corner System
Description of Conestoga's Half Moon Blind Corner pull out system
Handles and Knobs: Installing Handles & Knobs on Drawers
Installing handles and knobs on drawer fronts using an easy to make jig
Handles and Knobs: Installing Handles and Knobs on Doors
Installing handles and knobs using a easy to make jig
Hanging Doors on Lazy Susan Pie Cut Cabinet (BLS/WCP)
Installing Lazy susan doors using Blum's 170 degree hinge
Hanging File Hardware
Some ideas for how to hang your file folders in a Conestoga desk base cabinet
Hinge Direction Basics
Hinge direction on Cabinet Doors
How YOU Can Control Your Project Price!
Keep your price low by following these tips!
I Received My Quote…Now What?
I received my quote...Now, what happens?
Inset Cabinet Overview
Overview of Inset Cabinets and considerations when ordering
Inset Drawer Front Options
Options to consider for inset drawers
Installation: Shimming Base Cabinets to Account for Flooring
This video shows how to shim base/tall cabinets to account for flooring that will be laid AFTER the cabinets are installed
Installing a Cabinet Door on a Wall Cabinet
Hanging a cabinet door on the cabinet using an overlay cabinet as an example
Installing a Drawer Front – Inset Cabinetry
Installing a drawer front in an inset application
Installing a Drawer Front on a Drawer Box
Updated video showing how to install a drawer front onto a drawer box easily with no special tools or clamps.
Installing Base Lazy Susan Trays
Installing lazy susan trays to a BLS cabinet shelf or floor. This must be done prior to cabinet assembly!
Installing Blum Tandem Glides in DEEP Cabinets (27 and 30″ Deep)
Installing Blum Tandem Glides in deep cabinets where rear bracket will not work
Installing Glass
Installing glass in glass prepped doors (NOTE: GLASS IS NOT INCLUDED WITH YOUR ORDER!)
Installing Inset Hinges: Part 1- Measuring for the Brackets
This series of videos shows you how inset hinges are installed prior to the cabinet being assembled.
Installing Inset Hinges: Part 2 – Installing the Brackets
This series of videos shows you how inset hinges are installed prior to the cabinet being assembled.
Installing Inset Hinges: Part 3 – install the Door and Adjust
This video shows the final step in installing your inset hinges: Snapping the door in place and adjusting it
Installing Inset Hinges: Part 4 – Installing your Soft Close Device
Installing your inset soft close mechanism
Installing Light Rail Molding
A video that discusses light rail moldings, door clearances and demonstrates installation of the molding
Installing Pull Out Trays (POT)
Installing Pull Out Trays in a Conestoga Base Cabinet using Blum Tandem glides
Installing Sink Divider Panels in Vanity Combo Cabinets (optional step)
Installing Divider Panels in vanity combination cabinets (optional step)
Installing Soss Hinges for a Pie Cut Cabinet (BLS/WCP)
Installing Soss hinges onto doors for a base lazy susan cabinet
Installing Wall Cabinet Support Ledger Boards
Installing ledger boards to support wall cabinets easily. Ideal for one man installation
Integrated End Panel Frame/Door for Inset Cabinets
This video demonstrates how to create and install inset frame/door panels on the ends of your cabinetry, carrying the inset look all the way around the cabinet.
Joining Cabinets Through the Face Frame
This video shows how cabinets are clamped and screwed together through the face frame
Kesseböhmer Base Pull Out Updated Fall 2022
Brian explains the different base pull out organizers we offer and how to install Kesseböhmer Base Pull Out
Kitchen Layout Step 1: Striking Base Cab Level Lines
This series of videos shows you the basics of planning your installation: Striking level lines, stud lines, marking cabinets, etc.
Kitchen Layout Step 2: Marking studs and cabinet lines
Marking studs and cabinet lines, centering sink base, etc
Knife Block and Spice Tray Drawer Box Inserts
Knife block and spice tray inserts for Conestoga's drawer boxes.
Leg Extension Option
Video discussing Conestoga's Leg Extension option for creating furniture look
Light Rail Moldings
Overview of Conestoga's most popular light rail moldings
Mitered Doors
An overview of mitered doors, a review of some popular styles and a discussion about why you consider them when designing your kitchen
Mixer Lift Unit Updated Fall 2022
Brian describes how to install the mixer lift unit.
Mortise & Tenon vs Mitered Doors
A brief discussion on the differences between traditional mortise & tenon doors and mitered doors and the features/benefits of each. A critical video to watch if your kitchen is in a humid or non-climate controlled environment.
Mounting False Drawer Front on Sink or Range Base Cabinet
How to quickly and easily mount the false drawer front on a Base Sink cabinet using the provided mounting blocks.
Mounting Hinges on a Door
Mounting Blum concealed cup hinges on a cabinet door
Mounting the Drawer Front to the Drawer Box
Mounting drawer fronts to drawer boxes - easy and effortless with double backed tape!
New ‘Ready To Install’ Trash Pull Out
Installing the new 'Ready to Install' trash pull out.
New Paint Colors – Winter 2017
New Colortone Paint Colors - Winter 2017
New Sink and Vanity Base Top Strip Option
New top strip for sink/vanity base cabinets as of Summer 2014
Office Cabinet Overview
Basic explanation of Conestoga's office cabinets and some design nuances to be aware of
Organizer Pull Outs
Description of Conestoga's base/wall organizers for 9", 12" and 15" wide cabinets
Organizing Your Hardware, Doors and Face Frames
Organizing your hardware, doors and face frames prior to assembly
Painted Cabinet Doors – MDF vs Solid Wood
A discussion about the superiority of MDF vs Solid Wood for painted applications
Pencil Desk Drawer
Conestoga's Desk Drawer Cabinet
Peninsula Corner Cabinet Idea
Using a face frame and doors with a hidden base cabinet on a peninsula back
Pilaster Post Option
Conestoga's 2, 3 and 4 sided pilaster post option for islands, wrapping columns, etc.
Plywood Options
Conestoga's options for cut to size plywoods and end skins
Prep False Door Option
Illustrates Conestoga's new finished side option called 'prep false door' where a door panel can tuck up behind a face frame extension
Product Highlight: Heirloom Finish
One of Conestoga's most amazing finishes is its aged 'farmhouse' feeling Heirloom treatment. This video shows what you get with Heirloom finish option.
Pull Out Filler Rack at End of a Cabinet Run
This video is an update to our recent filler pull out video. It shows how these units CAN be used at the end of a cabinet run.
Pull Out Tray Tricks for DEEP cabinets (27 and 30″ Deep)
How to install drawer boxes in cabinets deeper than 24 inches.
Raised Panel vs Flat Panel Doors
Describes the differences between doors that have solid wood raised panels, solid wood flat panels or flat plywood panels.
Range Hood Assembly (RH) Updated Fall 2022
Brian explains range hood assembly. The hood insert cavity comes unfinished.
Range Hood Cabinet
A description of Conestoga's Range Hood Cabinet
Range Hoods
A summary of Conestoga's Stanisci range hood program
Refacing Video #1: Introduction to a Kitchen Re-Face
In this video we discuss when a reface makes sense and walk you through a current project in its 'before' stages
Refacing Video #10: The Final Product
Wrap of our quick 'flip house' reface
Refacing Video #2: Measuring for your Doors, Fronts & Boxes
Measuring your doors, drawer fronts and drawer boxes
Refacing Video #3: Sizing Finished ends
How to measure for your finished ends
Refacing Video #4: Refacing Front Frames (if applicable)
Refacing face frames using Conestoga's refacers stock
Refacing Video #5: Demolition!
Demolition of your existing kitchen! Remove doors, drawers fronts, boxes, etc.
Refacing Video #6: Installing a Door
Installing your new doors in a reface
Refacing Video #7: Installing Drawer Fronts
Installing drawer fronts in a reface
Refacing Video #8: Installing Doors as End Panels
Installing door wainscot end panels
Refacing Video #9: Installing End Skins
Installing end skins using 3M Spray adhesive
Refrigerator Surround Cabinets
Refrigerator Surround Cabinets
Refrigerator Tall Cabinet Assembly (RTB) Updated Fall 2022
Brian explains cabinet assembly for a refrigerator tall cabinet.
Removable Panel Option For Range Hoods
Removable panel option for Designer hoods
Removing a Front Frame From an Assembled Cabinet
Removing a front frame from an assembled cabinet box
Rustic Wood Species
What is the Rustic option and what species of wood are available in Rustic?
Savannah & Crawford Door Designs
Video describing some design considerations of Conestoga's two 'flat framing bead' door designs.
Senco Compressor & Brad Kit
Senco's awesome, lightweight compressor and brad nailer kit
Separating Stacked Wall Cabinets
Separating stacked wall cabinets.
Shaker Doors
An overview of some of our more popular Shaker door styles
Shaped Side Option
Shaped side option for a decorative cutout on base and tall cabinets
Shelf Options
Shelf Options
Side Mount Trash Can Pull Out – TCPS/TCPD
Conestoga's side mount, ball bearing trash can pull out
Sink Base Cabinet Assembly (BS) Updated Fall 2022
Brian explains the difference between a base cabinet and sink base cabinet assembly.
Sink Tip Out Tray
Installing the Soap Tilt Tray in a sink base cabinet
Sliding Cutlery Divider
Sliding Cutlery Divider
Soss Hinge Alternative for Certain Door Styles
Soss Hinge Alternative for door styles that will not accept Soss hinge routs
Stacking Wall Cabinets With Separator Trim Between
Using a parting strip or other separator trim between stacked wall cabinets.
Stemware Holder
Conestoga's stemware rack holds your wine glasses upside down under a wall cabinet.
TheCabinetJoint.com Featured on DIY Network’s HouseCrashers Program
A snip from the January 9, 2012 edition of DIY Network.s Housecrashers where The Cabinet Joint was featured in a kitchen makeover
Three New Door Designs – Fall 2016
Video highlighting 3 new door designs Conestoga released in Fall of 2016
Tips Before You Begin Assembly
Things to check before you start assembling your cabinets
Toe Kick Options
An overview of some of our toe kick options including standard toe, flush toe, arched valance toe and furniture feet.
Toe Kick Return
A discussion about returning toe kick at the end of a cabinet run with some side discussion regarding squaring of the toe notch itself
Toe Space Side Option
What is the toe space side option, when should I use it, and assembly process.
Tools & Materials
Tools and Materials to gather before you begin assembly
Touch Up Kits for RTA Cabinets
Overview of Conestoga's touch up kits
Trash Can Pull Out w/ Blum Undermount Glides -TCPTS/TCPTD
Conestoga's TCP undermount, soft-close trash pull out and a demonstration of how to install it
Trimming Extended Stiles on a Cabinet
The video shows a slick and easy way to trim an extended stile on an assembled cabinet.
Two-Tiered (TTW) Wall Cabinet Assembly
Brian explains door opening heights and how matching interior is applied inside this cabinet.
ATTN: OVERLAY CUSTOMERS! skip section from 7:20 - 10:49.Unboxing a Cabinet
A quick demo of how a typical cabinet is packed and how to un-box to prepare for assembly
Unfinished Cabinets
Overview of Conestoga's Unfinished cabinet option
Unloading a Typical Cabinet Shipment
Shows the delivery and unload process for a 10 x 10 kitchen with an island. Illustrates how cabinets are packed and what to expect.
UPDATE: Conestoga’s New Cabinet Back Assembly as of Winter 2016
A video showing how Conestoga's new cabinet back assembly is different as of Winter 2016.
Using End Skins to Hide Joined Cabinet Seams
Using end skins to cover vertical seams that result when you place cabinets back to back or stacked on top of each other
Utility Cabinet (UC) Assembly
Step by step assembly instructions of the tall utility cabinet. Brian also shares helpful tips on how to read your quote and when to install inset doors hinges.
Vanity Sink Reverse
https://youtu.be/6i_qm9GzkNQ
Wainscot Panel as Backsplash
Using a wainscot door panel as a decorative back splash
Wakefield Door Design
New Wakefield Contemporary door style
Wall Cabinet Assembly
A basic demonstration of a wall cabinet assembly
Wall Cabinet Assembly – Updated Fall 2020
Wall cabinet assembly showing label reading, inset mounting bracket install, etc.
Wall Cabinet vs Tall Cabinet Heights
How do your wall cabinet and tall cabinet heights relate to each other and why is this important?
Wall Corner Pie Cut (WCP) Assembly Updated Fall 2022
Assembly operation of a wall corner pie cut cabinet. Shelves can be installed after cabinet is assembled.
Wall Corner Single Entry (WCS- Wall Diagonal) Cabinet Assembly
A quick demonstration of how to assemble a Wall Corner Shelf (Diagonal wall) cabinet
Wall Hung Vanity Assembly
Assembly of a Wall Hung Vanity (WHV) Cabinet
Wall Microwave Shelf Cabinet
Description of Conestoga's Wall Microwave shelf cabinet for counter setting microwaves that need to go in a wall cabinet
Wall Open Book Shelf Cabinet (WOBS)
Explanation of Conestoga's flexible Wall Open Bookshelf
Walnut Wood Species
Description of walnut wood and some things to be aware of when ordering
Weathered Grain Option
Conestoga's Weathered Grain option to give a 'reclaimed wood' look.
What to Expect on Delivery Day: Updated January 2022
Brian and Nick discuss how to sign and receive your cabinet delivery
Wood Counter Tops
Using Conestoga solid wood or plywood as a counter top
Workaround: You Forgot To Install the Shelf in Your Corner BLS Cabinet!
Installing the BLS (pie cut cabinet) shelf after assembly
Video Library
Browse our videos that can help make your project a success.
