Right?! It's just cringewothy to see some of these videos where their clothes, tools, walls, all decorated like they're simping for someone. Showing all the specialty tools to do super basic things.
This is clearly one of the best channels available as a learning tool for beginners and I really appreciate the clear explanations and the pace of these videos. Hope you keep posting these and thanks a ton for the effort you put into them.
It is nice to see someone build something that is that nice out of materials the common newbie can afford and build. Thanks for your content it is very enjoyable and helpful.
@@Amanzi379 That's kind of Subjective, but the average home owner will probably have a Drill, sander and circular saw. You can rent the planer, table saw and router from a local tool rental place. Or most can be bought for 100 or less each on Facebook market place. Not to put words in your mouth, but I think I get what you are implying/asking. There are a lot worse offenders on TH-cam that say hey you can build this simple thingy for cheap....then bust out a CNC machine, Industrial size planer and lathes and stuff lol. The build here looks nice and is simple to follow ....curious how hard it would be to build matching chairs or a bench seat. I am just kind of getting into this as a hobby and plan to try and build this as my first go at a table. Thanks for the video !!
Great job table looks great, very informative. Nice to see someone giving plans away to everyone for no charge. Thank You and I will continue watching for new things to come.
Great table! Instead of the metal brackets, I just screwed in some 1x2 wood beams to the bottom and it works great. I also did a dark walnut stain on the whole table. I wish I could post a photo of the finished product.
I have been jointing and planing some construction wood all weekend for... some display thing my wife wants me to build her for craft shows. I was thinking the pieces I ended up with could almost be used to make a table - then I stumble on this video, and I need a new dining room table. Perfect!
I built this table as my very first wood working project and 🥴🥴🥴 It took me FOREVER and I needed a lot of tools that I didn’t already own. I’m just happy to be done. Thanks for the vid and plans!
Same boat I was in, every time I start a project, I need another tool or another clamp😂 eventually we'll have all the tools to get it done quick and easy😊💪
Really clear and good table that many could build. C channel is a great idea. I used scaffold boards once that warped badly and that would of helped. I will try again with the 6x2.
That's a great looking table! I've always been amazed at what can be built with construction lumber when you take the time to let it acclimate and do a bit of milling. I add a few drops of superglue to threaded inserts to help them resist being pulled out from overtightening. Like I said-- great build and thank you for sharing!
The comments on some of these woodworking videos are just stupid, acting like over time, you couldn't buy a few second-hand tools. Great table, man, and good ideas. I really appreciate it.
I used your workbench video to make my workbench, which I made 4' x 8' and I have my Dewalt portable tablesaw in the end of it. So I figured I'd try your dining room table for our daughter. She'll probably want chairs.
I just subscribed to your channel. This was the second build video that I've watched and all I can say is that I really enjoyed them. Now I got to make time to watch your other videos. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Loved this video,setting up my own shop in the UK as I want to do what I enjoy as I approach retirement,my family all worked with wood and I just want to see if I can do it
Its a good functional design. Very presentable. I recently made 4 large wood top tables for an extension to my BBQ Garden Restaurant. I used the same technique to make the table top...but used 2 1/2" 14 gauge metal tube for the legs, exactly as you did with wood. Like yourself, I would have gone with wood, except my workers are known to regularly drag the tables across the gravel base when cleaning up. Lazy buggers. It also saved having to use the channel brackets, as we attached the top directly to the tube frame. I have to say, you do make it look a bit easier than what it really is!
I really like this table. I don't have a workbench large enough to clamp up the table top boards. How would you do it if you didn't have the large surface to clamp the boards together?
Even without a planer you can go for a rougher look that will pop with the right stain, I will be building a smaller version of this and honestly will consider building countertops with this design
Construction lumber for a tabletop - lucky you! In the UK, the construction lumber is so wet that this table will warp even with metal reinforcement. I’ve already tried and failed multiple times 😀
If you haven't purchased yet, I highly recommend the delta 36-725T2. I really like mine a lot and it is super quiet. Takes some modifications to get the dust collection perfect but all and all a great table saw
Great looking table and great video as usual. Just downloaded the plans, I have been wanting to build a table for sure and may be one of my first builds in my new shop as soon as I have the electrical run.
A friend mine built me an office/computer table something similar to this one. He even added a metal bar under the front and back of the table so it won't bend in the middle and also for cable management.
Looks great. To small details. Would have painted the bolts and washers for the c-channels and legs. And put a stretcher between the bottom of the legs.
Thanks for the video.I am building this table and have a question.Wouldn't top split due to wood expansion contraction if metal bracket is bolted in tight? I am getting conflicting opinions that some suggest not tightening the bolts then hmmm whats the point of the bracket? Could you share your view please? Thks
Question on the build. How did you choose the c channel location isn’t it most susceptible to warping in the center of the table? Building soon great video! Thanks
Great video! One question: since the wood is soft, wont it dent easily? Is there any solution? How low the moisture content was after 2 months in the ahop ?
That is the one downside to using construction lumber for a table top. It can be gouged so you have to take care of it, but you can sand out gouges if they do happen.
Another great video, I’ve seen many of your videos all great and it just hit me, has anyone ever told you resemble Andy I think his name is on Modern Family probably just me anyway thanks for sharing
I found your video while looking for DIY ideas for a wooden dining room table. I like the use of inexpensive materials. Your attention to detail made for a great finished product! How has it held up under use?
One thing I was thinking if you did a small 2-3 degree angle on the legs, so that they would "toe-in" from the ends, might give it a nice appearance as well. At first I though you had steel legs, but the wood looks great. Nice build out of common lumber, no time to put a leaf in there...LOL
My workplace needs a new table in the break room. This is perfect but will be made with the 2x4s they use the the pallets. Benches too. The challenge will be getting straight boards with no bark. Every so often they get a decent bundle.
Totally agreeing with @TheLarsen62's comment. This is a great channel for learning and I sincerely appreciate it. I have a question though - why use paint and poly instead of General Finishes or Rubio Monocoat? Not trying to start a "which is better" convo, I legitimately would like to know. I would have wanted to add something like Rubio (but that's just me)
Rubio Monocoat is a high end finish and that comes with a bigger price tag. The main reason I don't use it is I like to keep my projects as inexpensive as I can for people who do woodworking as a hobby or side hustle. I would definitely use it on a butcher block counter top because it's food safe and needs to be able to withstand daily wear and tear.
I am planning on building this for an outdoor table. The table will be in a covered / screened area but obviously still subject to humidity. Is there such a thing as too many “ C” channel to prevent warp? BTW this will be in Central Florida. Should I bite the bullet (or wallet) and go with a proper hardwood? Thanks
It's never a bad idea to use more metal C channels since they won't move. Comes down to if you think hardwood is worth the extra cost. If you're planning to use construction lumber I would make sure to put a stain and heavy coats of exterior spar urethane
Friendly suggestion, put some leveling feet on that. The flat bottom of the legs may warp in time and the table might wobble. Also, I spotted a crack in the table between boards (4:17). It looked small but maybe you should point that stuff out and how you deal with it. It looks like you probably cut it off. You could add length and style to the table by adding a breadboard in the future. Also, I saw on bourbon moth how Jason fills the seams on his cabinet tops for painting and even though his project was plywood with wood edging, once it was painted it was completely seamless. A similar technique on the nice legs you made could increase the wow. Cool project. Keep going.
Thanks for a very nice video. Like your idea about using construction lumber. What about dryness of the wood? Is it not a problem, compered to ovendried wood?
The legs and C channels will resist warping along with the boards glued together. If you really want to lock it down you could add a cross brace between the two legs and mount it to the table
Very nice video. I love it. May I know how long it will take me as a beginner to complete it if I follow the exact process by watching the instruction video if any ?
I just bought a table for 1K. It looks great. And it was so cheap! I saved 5k in equipment, 6k annually for the workshop rent, and at least 20 hours of my own time. Nah. Totally fucking with you. Great job, mate.
this is awesome!- except i dont have all those clamps and a table saw anymore cuz i moved and had to sell all my woodworking stuff and there's no point in re-buying all of it just so i can make the one custom size table top I need for my home studio... ;-/... but otherwise i'd totally do this. great video!
Thanks for you content, I find it helpful and it's good to see that for someone who is new to wood working doesn't have to spend thousands of dollars to create nice things.
Awesome video and very well explained. Only true experts can share the information in the most concise way. What about some matching chairs with a similar leg structure?
Great video.. Love from Uganda here in kampala.. Am looking foward to build my own dining.. Soon. Thanks its a gread vide.. But have a question... IS IT POSSIBLE TO USE PINE WOOD? Thank you
Love your videos. I can relate to your work more than many other channels. Keep doing what you do. I’ve heard the C channels will not keep wood from bowing if it really wants to move. What are your thoughts? Obviously starting with very straight boards helps.
C Channels can’t hurt. But if you try to keep the rings on the board ends inverted to the one on either side it shouldn’t move too much. I haven’t had any issues yet with mine bowing
Hey, a woodworking video that isn't pushing affiliate links and titling everything with clickbait! It's a breath of fresh air over here.
For the record, I do appreciate the links in the description for the tools you do use!
Right?! It's just cringewothy to see some of these videos where their clothes, tools, walls, all decorated like they're simping for someone. Showing all the specialty tools to do super basic things.
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@@dougjones3490 Yeah...that really detracts from the basics, they are trying to impress you with!
Wow love that table!!!!
This is clearly one of the best channels available as a learning tool for beginners and I really appreciate the clear explanations and the pace of these videos. Hope you keep posting these and thanks a ton for the effort you put into them.
It is nice to see someone build something that is that nice out of materials the common newbie can afford and build. Thanks for your content it is very enjoyable and helpful.
Would a newbie have all the kit he has?
@@Amanzi379 That's kind of Subjective, but the average home owner will probably have a Drill, sander and circular saw. You can rent the planer, table saw and router from a local tool rental place. Or most can be bought for 100 or less each on Facebook market place.
Not to put words in your mouth, but I think I get what you are implying/asking. There are a lot worse offenders on TH-cam that say hey you can build this simple thingy for cheap....then bust out a CNC machine, Industrial size planer and lathes and stuff lol. The build here looks nice and is simple to follow ....curious how hard it would be to build matching chairs or a bench seat. I am just kind of getting into this as a hobby and plan to try and build this as my first go at a table. Thanks for the video !!
@@Amanzi379I was thinking the same. Table top isn't $1000, but he uses about $1000 worth of clamps 🤣🤣🤣
This video made me realize I’m in way over my head about building my own table. Facebook market place it is for me 😅
Great job table looks great, very informative. Nice to see someone giving plans away to everyone for no charge. Thank You and I will continue watching for new things to come.
I really enjoyed watching ur build something a newbie can make. Love to see you do a coffee table. Thank you for the plans.
I like that under table brace Idea. Might have to copy that on my next table project. Great Video!
What a gorgeous table. Home Depot is getting a visit from me...
Great table! Instead of the metal brackets, I just screwed in some 1x2 wood beams to the bottom and it works great. I also did a dark walnut stain on the whole table. I wish I could post a photo of the finished product.
Nice results. And not a Festool product in sight! Very refreshing. And a "BTW" .... that was a spade bit you used toward the end. Not a Forstner bit.
I have been jointing and planing some construction wood all weekend for... some display thing my wife wants me to build her for craft shows. I was thinking the pieces I ended up with could almost be used to make a table - then I stumble on this video, and I need a new dining room table. Perfect!
I built this table as my very first wood working project and 🥴🥴🥴 It took me FOREVER and I needed a lot of tools that I didn’t already own. I’m just happy to be done. Thanks for the vid and plans!
Same boat I was in, every time I start a project, I need another tool or another clamp😂 eventually we'll have all the tools to get it done quick and easy😊💪
Really clear and good table that many could build. C channel is a great idea. I used scaffold boards once that warped badly and that would of helped. I will try again with the 6x2.
That's a great looking table! I've always been amazed at what can be built with construction lumber when you take the time to let it acclimate and do a bit of milling. I add a few drops of superglue to threaded inserts to help them resist being pulled out from overtightening. Like I said-- great build and thank you for sharing!
The superglue is a good idea. I’ll have to try that next time I use threaded inserts
@@BearMountainBuildsHello, please, what is the manufacturer, model, name of the workbench you have in the workshop? Well thank you.
I was looking for an idea for wooden legs for my massive, 3m (10 feet) long desk, and I am so glad I saw your video. Thank you.
Excellent video. I have looked for a dinning room table and this is it.
The comments on some of these woodworking videos are just stupid, acting like over time, you couldn't buy a few second-hand tools. Great table, man, and good ideas. I really appreciate it.
oh bullshit. he made a table top and bought some legs - wow...
@FairDingo Aside from bitching, sucking dick and putting others pieces of work down. What have you done in your last couple of videos?
Your video is MUCH more helpful than the $10,000 table videos, cause you made a nice inexpensive table... Thanks for the video!!!
hi South Africa here I'm a metal worker trying wood work great tips thanks
This a great tutorial and project. I have an oak church bee I have planed flat and I may give it a go.
I used your workbench video to make my workbench, which I made 4' x 8' and I have my Dewalt portable tablesaw in the end of it. So I figured I'd try your dining room table for our daughter. She'll probably want chairs.
Couldn't be more simple and couldn't be more elegant!
I just subscribed to your channel. This was the second build video that I've watched and all I can say is that I really enjoyed them. Now I got to make time to watch your other videos. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Beautiful, simple, and perfectly at home in my kitchen! Thanks!
Hats off mate absolutely BRILLIANT you are extremely talented. Your table looks awesome. Great video 10 out 10. Well done 😊
I’m just starting out and want make the dining table for our new dining room. And this is frikin epic! Thanks so much. This is inspiring 👍🏻
Loved this video,setting up my own shop in the UK as I want to do what I enjoy as I approach retirement,my family all worked with wood and I just want to see if I can do it
Brilliant job.Perfection with wood working 👌
Its a good functional design. Very presentable. I recently made 4 large wood top tables for an extension to my BBQ Garden Restaurant. I used the same technique to make the table top...but used 2 1/2" 14 gauge metal tube for the legs, exactly as you did with wood. Like yourself, I would have gone with wood, except my workers are known to regularly drag the tables across the gravel base when cleaning up. Lazy buggers. It also saved having to use the channel brackets, as we attached the top directly to the tube frame. I have to say, you do make it look a bit easier than what it really is!
Great idea with the tubes!
I really like this table. I don't have a workbench large enough to clamp up the table top boards. How would you do it if you didn't have the large surface to clamp the boards together?
I would recommend the pipe clamps I used and put them on the floor. I’ve built many things just on my floor
Great build! I would definitely recommend gluing in the threaded inserts, adds a lot of strength
Hi from Tokyo. Great design. Just what I was after for the balcony.
I loved you video. The directions were easy to understand. Thank you
Love it , I wanted to build my own table,
This is really clean and simple design,beautiful actually. I wish it were beautifying my home. Job exceedingly well done. Wonderful video too. 😊
Even without a planer you can go for a rougher look that will pop with the right stain, I will be building a smaller version of this and honestly will consider building countertops with this design
man im gonna tell u what iv really enjoyed watchin ur videos. your channel is one of the best iv seen for hobbiest. thank u for doin what u do
Construction lumber for a tabletop - lucky you! In the UK, the construction lumber is so wet that this table will warp even with metal reinforcement. I’ve already tried and failed multiple times 😀
If you haven't purchased yet, I highly recommend the delta 36-725T2. I really like mine a lot and it is super quiet. Takes some modifications to get the dust collection perfect but all and all a great table saw
Great looking table and great video as usual. Just downloaded the plans, I have been wanting to build a table for sure and may be one of my first builds in my new shop as soon as I have the electrical run.
Buying a house soon and this is super inspiring
A friend mine built me an office/computer table something similar to this one. He even added a metal bar under the front and back of the table so it won't bend in the middle and also for cable management.
I need a table for my back porch and will make one like this. Love it.
Love that work table!!
Looks great. To small details. Would have painted the bolts and washers for the c-channels and legs. And put a stretcher between the bottom of the legs.
Beautiful
nice job man! was thinking about building my own dining table so this gave me extra motivation. Appreciate you!
Great video. I like that your channel actually builds things as opposed to talking about building products.
Looks amazing!! Thanks
Nice Video! 👍🏻
Inspirational. I may give this a try
Waow mantap sangat kreatif sukses selalu GBU
Great build. I’m building my first vanity after watching your vanity video. That’s for the content
Love your work mate awesome.. Watching from Fiji
I would highly recommend pocket holes and screws on the underside to keep all the boards together for extra strength.
Great test run before using some expensive hardwoods.
Simple and easy and awesome
Thanks for the video.I am building this table and have a question.Wouldn't top split due to wood expansion contraction if metal bracket is bolted in tight? I am getting conflicting opinions that some suggest not tightening the bolts then hmmm whats the point of the bracket? Could you share your view please? Thks
I haven't had any cracking issues with mine at all. Just make sure to use plenty of glue
Question on the build. How did you choose the c channel location isn’t it most susceptible to warping in the center of the table? Building soon great video! Thanks
The ends are actually where it would want to start curving
@@BearMountainBuilds thanks!
That’s a cool looking table. ❤. thank you for posting.
I Appreciate the time. Great work by the way!.
This is great video. Thanks for sharing it. Would have been great to see the table in ita forever space at the end of the video.
Great job.!!!👍 I really liked it.
What about lateral movement do you not need any cross brace support? Looks great
Great video! One question: since the wood is soft, wont it dent easily? Is there any solution? How low the moisture content was after 2 months in the ahop ?
That is the one downside to using construction lumber for a table top. It can be gouged so you have to take care of it, but you can sand out gouges if they do happen.
Awesome table thank u for keeping it real
Hey one thing you can do is do the table I. Sections so it’s small enough to send through your planer and then glue up each section after that
Thank you. Nice table
Was a pleasure to watch. Can't wait to build using your plans.
What do you think of doing something like this with cedar for outdoor? Do you think the table top will warp with full exposure to weather?
I think that would be great, but I would probably add another C channel
Another great video, I’ve seen many of your videos all great and it just hit me, has anyone ever told you resemble Andy I think his name is on Modern Family probably just me anyway thanks for sharing
I found your video while looking for DIY ideas for a wooden dining room table. I like the use of inexpensive materials. Your attention to detail made for a great finished product! How has it held up under use?
It's done great! I eat dinner on it nearly every night.
@@BearMountainBuilds, thank you for the quick reply! You really do some amazing work! My best to you on all future projects.
One thing I was thinking if you did a small 2-3 degree angle on the legs, so that they would "toe-in" from the ends, might give it a nice appearance as well. At first I though you had steel legs, but the wood looks great. Nice build out of common lumber, no time to put a leaf in there...LOL
Thank you for the video, perfect for what I was looking for. I’ll be building my table and definitely subscribe and look forward to new videos.
Very cool turned out beautiful
My workplace needs a new table in the break room. This is perfect but will be made with the 2x4s they use the the pallets. Benches too. The challenge will be getting straight boards with no bark. Every so often they get a decent bundle.
Good luck!
It’s looks beautiful great job👍💪
Totally agreeing with @TheLarsen62's comment. This is a great channel for learning and I sincerely appreciate it. I have a question though - why use paint and poly instead of General Finishes or Rubio Monocoat? Not trying to start a "which is better" convo, I legitimately would like to know. I would have wanted to add something like Rubio (but that's just me)
Rubio Monocoat is a high end finish and that comes with a bigger price tag. The main reason I don't use it is I like to keep my projects as inexpensive as I can for people who do woodworking as a hobby or side hustle. I would definitely use it on a butcher block counter top because it's food safe and needs to be able to withstand daily wear and tear.
@BearMountainBuilds is it water based polyurethane?
love the video and the continuous effort,great stuff
I am planning on building this for an outdoor table. The table will be in a covered / screened area but obviously still subject to humidity. Is there such a thing as too many “ C” channel to prevent warp? BTW this will be in Central Florida. Should I bite the bullet (or wallet) and go with a proper hardwood? Thanks
It's never a bad idea to use more metal C channels since they won't move. Comes down to if you think hardwood is worth the extra cost. If you're planning to use construction lumber I would make sure to put a stain and heavy coats of exterior spar urethane
Friendly suggestion, put some leveling feet on that. The flat bottom of the legs may warp in time and the table might wobble. Also, I spotted a crack in the table between boards (4:17). It looked small but maybe you should point that stuff out and how you deal with it. It looks like you probably cut it off. You could add length and style to the table by adding a breadboard in the future.
Also, I saw on bourbon moth how Jason fills the seams on his cabinet tops for painting and even though his project was plywood with wood edging, once it was painted it was completely seamless. A similar technique on the nice legs you made could increase the wow.
Cool project. Keep going.
Thanks for a very nice video. Like your idea about using construction lumber. What about dryness of the wood? Is it not a problem, compered to ovendried wood?
Construction wood is generally kiln dried so you wouldn’t have to worry
How do you keep it from warping when it dries? Do you just keep it away from heat and sunlight? Looks great!
The legs and C channels will resist warping along with the boards glued together. If you really want to lock it down you could add a cross brace between the two legs and mount it to the table
Love it!! I just need to buy all those tools and learn how to use them and then I will make my own table 😢😅..
You got this!
Very nice video. I love it. May I know how long it will take me as a beginner to complete it if I follow the exact process by watching the instruction video if any ?
Really depends on the person I’d budget at least 3-4 days
Top Work & Explanations !
I just bought a table for 1K. It looks great. And it was so cheap! I saved 5k in equipment, 6k annually for the workshop rent, and at least 20 hours of my own time. Nah. Totally fucking with you. Great job, mate.
this is awesome!- except i dont have all those clamps and a table saw anymore cuz i moved and had to sell all my woodworking stuff and there's no point in re-buying all of it just so i can make the one custom size table top I need for my home studio... ;-/... but otherwise i'd totally do this. great video!
So good
Thanks for you content, I find it helpful and it's good to see that for someone who is new to wood working doesn't have to spend thousands of dollars to create nice things.
Great job it looks amazing
Based on this video…I just subscribed to your channel!
Awesome video and very well explained. Only true experts can share the information in the most concise way.
What about some matching chairs with a similar leg structure?
I might build some chairs someday
Great video! Happy/sad/happy/sad board alignment for top boards?
Yep it was something I should have mentioned in the video
Great video.. Love from Uganda here in kampala.. Am looking foward to build my own dining.. Soon. Thanks its a gread vide.. But have a question... IS IT POSSIBLE TO USE PINE WOOD? Thank you
Construction lumber in the USA is pine so yes you can because that’s what I used!
Very nice table ! could you use this table outside , like you said lumber is so high . Thanks for your time T / C 😎
Love your videos. I can relate to your work more than many other channels. Keep doing what you do.
I’ve heard the C channels will not keep wood from bowing if it really wants to move. What are your thoughts? Obviously starting with very straight boards helps.
C Channels can’t hurt. But if you try to keep the rings on the board ends inverted to the one on either side it shouldn’t move too much. I haven’t had any issues yet with mine bowing
Preciso de um tampo igual a esse, no Brazil não consigo encontrar.
Beautiful. Would love to do things like that, but lacking the tools.
100% of that can be done with basic hand tools; just takes longer.