Attaching cabinet pieces together

[jspicher]

Hi guys,

I've recently started work on a "from scratch" cabinet. My first cabinet l had a cabinet maker CNC the parts and everything attaches with cool little locking mechanisms.

However l'm going this one alone and don't have a CNC at my disposal and will be doing this the old fashion way.
So l've got my major pieces all cut (side front, top, bottom etc) and l wanted to know what the "best" method for attaching the pieces together is. I was thinking about going with little metal L brackets from the inside with 3/4'' screws but know from experience this can lead to imperfect corners/gaps because of the curvature of the metal brackets.

Maybe something like this is best:
http://www.amazon.com/Black-Corner-Brace-pkg-11655BK/dp/B000VW7PR8/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1338132448&sr=8-7

What technique do most of you use to attach the pieces together?

A little assistance would be greatly appreciated.

[EightBySix]

Google "modesty blocks". Although most use a baton of wood

[jspicher]

Cool thanks.

You think these are better than something like this: http://amzn.to/MRcgxD ?

Regards,

[darthpaul]

Used the baton method and pocket screws.

[walker_tr9]

What exactly is the baton method?  Is this where you put a strip of wood at the cabinet "wall" as added support for a shelf?

[GregD]

What exactly is the baton method?  Is this where you put a strip of wood at the cabinet "wall" as added support for a shelf?

Yes.  Do not use angle brackets.  Waste of money and I think the results are worse.  Cam locks sound nice and are useful if you need to disassemble but they do not provide a strong joint.  Batons all the way for the main carcass and pocket hole/biscuit joinery everywhere else.

[MTPPC]

Batons with glue and a 18ga air brad nailer FTW.