DIY Guitar Kit Tutorials & Setup Tips by Guitar Kit World

Fix Common Issues Guitar Finishing

November 02, 2025 Marty Banner

Addressing Glue Bleed-Through on Veneer Tops

Building a kit guitar with a decorative maple veneer top can really add to the look ofthe finished guitar, but it also introduces the potential for a common finishing pitfall:glue...

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DIY Kit Community Guitar Finishing

October 03, 2025 Nathan T.

Scott’s First DIY Guitar Build

Building a guitar is more than just assembling wood and hardware. It’s a chance to create something personal, unique, and meaningful. For Scott from SJ Woodshop, his very first build started...

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DIY Kit Community Guitar Finishing

August 30, 2025 Nathan T.

Jason’s Epoxy DIY Guitar Kit Build

At Guitar Kit World, we love seeing how our builders take a standard DIY electric guitar kit and turn it into something truly one-of-a-kind. From students turning blocks of wood into...

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Guitar Finishing

July 31, 2025 Nathan T.

Guitar Finishing 101: The Highlighted Grain & Stain Finish

There’s an endless list of choices available when it comes to guitar finishing. Options include oiling, staining, finishing in a graduated combination of colors e.g. sunburst to a standard solid...

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Fix Common Issues Guitar Finishing Tools

July 25, 2025 Nathan T.

Engineered Zebrawood DIY Guitar Kits

Engineered Zebrawood is made by compressing dyed cottonwood (a poplar sub-species) using heat, glue, and pressure to create its signature striped look. It’s denser than mahogany or basswood and has...

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Guitar Finishing

June 29, 2025 Marty Banner

DIY Guitar Finishes: How to Choose the Right Finish for Your Guitar Kit

Far more than just ‘the final touch’, the finish of your guitar can not only make or break the appearance of your guitar entirely, it also serves as a last...

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DIY Kit Community Guitar Finishing Les Paul

April 19, 2025 Nathan T.

Tim’s Custom LP-Style Guitar Build: From Kit to Killer Axe

What happens when a metal guitarist builds his own guitar? You get a raw, creative, and fully custom DIY journey—start to finish. Tim, the man behind Rustic Outlaw Guitars and...

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DIY Kit Community Electric Guitar Kit Wiring Diagrams Guitar Finishing

March 28, 2025 Paul M.

Building a Blank DIY Guitar Kit from Start to Finish

Ready to dive into your next DIY adventure? In this follow-up video to the previous Unboxing a Blank Guitar Kit, Josh takes us through the full process of building a...

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DIY Kit Community Electric Guitar Kit Wiring Diagrams Guitar Finishing

February 12, 2025 Paul M.

Unboxing a Blank Guitar Kit

Have you ever dreamed of building your own guitar? In this exciting video, Josh dives into the world of DIY guitar kits. Whether you're a seasoned musician or just love...

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DIY Kit Community Guitar Electronics Guitar Finishing

February 04, 2025 Paul M.

Building a Jazz Guitar by Ralph A.

In this video, Ralph A. assembles a jazz guitar using the E75-style kit from Guitar Kit World. The kit includes a pre-assembled maple body, and the video showcases the step-by-step...

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DIY Kit Community Electric Guitar Kit Wiring Diagrams Fix Common Issues

January 27, 2025 Paul M.

Building a Beautiful Spalted Maple Top Semi-Hollow Guitar

Welcome to an inspiring journey with Michael! In this video, Michael will walk you through exploring how simple ideas can evolve into powerful creations if you are generous with time...

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Guitar Finishing

December 12, 2024 Marty Banner

Guitar Finishing Safety Tips To Follow

There are a few things to be aware of right from the start when it comes to finishing a guitar, some are obvious and some not so. If in doubt...

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