I just got my Domino XL a week ago. This thing is insane. I've made just a random step stool so far lol. Just to practice. The real cabinets + bed frames + table tops are coming up.
Nothing is cheating. You get to do it your way with whatever tools and techniques you want to. That's the beauty of doing it yourself. This is even more true when time is money - whatever gets the job done.
You rich guys get the best like Festools. Cave dwellers like me swing my drill press table to one side. Clamp a shelf to the table and drill. Followed by an end mill to clean up. YABBA-DABBA-DOO! And the glue will be fine. The squeeze out makes a seal. It's not a boat.
I did the calculations in my head...took me (maybe) 5 to 10 seconds. Quality builds are difficult and expensive, no way around it. I bought both Festool joiners (500 and 700) and I haven't had a moment's regret.
Just from personal experience I get a lot more stability clamping down work piece and using both hands on domino. That handle adds so much more control but I can’t argue with results. I use a lot of 14 mm on doors and domino xl will kick my butt on them. Beautiful windows and great video
You should think about milling your own Dominoes out of the same species of wood you’re using for whatever project you’re making. It’s cheaper and actually will last a lifetime given the expansion rate of different woods when the next guy comes along and doesn’t maintain it with a needed coat of paint.
Well done man. Looking good. You might consider using end grain sealer for those end bits. We used to use that stuff in a window company where I worked and it was freaking awesome stuff. Like your style man.
Hey Richard, Good to see you taking the step forward in mastering your craft. The window looks great! Just a couple of thoughts. I would be concerned that pre priming would not be good for the glue adhesion. If you evenly coat both surfaces with a brush (work it into the grain) titebond III should in itself seal the end grain. Maybe double coat the end grain pieces too. Second make sure you glue the dominos too and get some in the mortise. Also, I left a comment for you on the 2nd episode of "Passion for Craft" videos. Made a few suggestions on some great resources you can get if you really want to get into building stairs. Keep up the good work!
I’m a big fan of the Festool Domino tools but for exterior work you should use their exterior rated Sipo loose tenons or make your own from a rot resistant species of wood. The beech tenons will fail and when they do you’re going to have a big mess on your hands.
Wood windows should have seals too. It’s usually made of bronze and is called interlocking weatherseal or spring bronze.. actually work better than anything out there and last 100 years. Wood windows also take thicker glass than vinyl windows and these wood windows will outlast vinyl windows 5 times over. 😊
Just because you have the best and most expensive tool that does the best job and makes it seem easy, isn’t cheating, you just need more Festools, and stop felling guilty about it.
Not cheating. Looks great. I prototyped, including glue-up,. some cabinet frames a couple of years ago to practice with dominos. I had to take them apart to get rid of them. It didn't go well. Domino made frames are very tough. They definitely didn't come apart at the joints.
No, usually there is a center stile that both casement sashes close against. I’ve never, in 45+ yrs of working on houses seen casement sashes closing on a rabbet on the opposite sash. How would that even be weatherstripped? If it’s a clear opening it would more likely have an astragal attached to one sash or the other.
@@HBSuccess yes some will have a center stile or astragal but I’ve come across French windows that have a rabbit on each sash and one is the active sash that opens and closes on the other sash and the rabbits over lap each other so when you open the window you have one big opening. I get a router and put a grove into the sides of the sashes so I can insert a kerf bulb weather stripping.
Looks like you know what you’re doing 😏 Great job as always Richard. It must be so satisfying to see it come together, The door is equally as impressive.
You mentioned how the glue sets up too fast. I got an idea that you glue up one side and clamp it all together. Later, glue up the other side and clamp it again. You won’t have to rush to clean up the glue that way. I’m sure you have plenty more things to work on while the glue dries anyway.
Surprised you didn't use stainless screws or at least something treated. Might reduce the possibility of the screws staining or streaking if they get wet.
I am sure the original craftsman who used hand tools to create the woodwork you are trying to replicate would have loved the advantage you have of using power tools. It is like A.I. can maybe duplicate the Mona Lisa but the original sets the bar for us to achieve.
Windows are beautiful, but probably not doable as a DIY as a Canadian in cold climate. Our windows are best made triple-pane with gases between panes. Regardless, have been enjoying the woodworking on this channel.
Hey, Richard! I love that window sash. I bet I can make that cut. Would you hire me? Lol anyways I got a million dollar question for you…. What’s the best tape measure for accuracy?
I am always amazed when people say: "This is just as good...IN MY OPINION" 0:59 and they have no background, education, training, work experience, testing, etc. to back the statement up, for this kind of work (i.e. window, carcass, or joinery construction). Using a nail gun and a chop saw on interior trim work does not make one a professional window maker. Best to keep opinions in your own field of expertise.
Unless a primer is labeled as a moisture barrier, you're wasting your time. Normal primers seal just enough to keep the paint on the surface (and that's short term), keeping it from being sucked into the material. Primer gives the illusion of a moisture seal while doing it's job of assisting the bond between material and paint. The wood glue creates a better moisture seal if it's a type 2 or type 3 while penetrating the wood fibers creating a strong bond. I'd rather have my glue bonding to wood rather than primer.
As someone whos a hobbist wood worker and getting into using more fine woods i always have used titebond 3 for its superiority of water proof but yes you need to be quick as it sets in 3-5 minutes. Titebond 2 might be the better choice for most wood projects unless its going to be outside
for what it is worth TB3 is the slowest on set time of al the three standard TB glue. There are other mix of TB that are slower tho. Keep woodworking :) It is a GREAT hobby! :)
Kind of humors me that some peeps may consider a domino as cheating. Unless they say that about a table saw , miter saw, router, power drill , a screw, or electricity...then go pound sand.
Dominos are more convenient, especially for big glue ups, because you don't always have to use the tight mortise setting. You can use the medium and get practically the same strength, and then you don't have to perfectly align the machine. Another huge pro of the Domino is the connector set, it makes building knockdown furniture like bed frames and tables super easy.
How's it cheating to use a tool to make a piece of wood craftsmanship?! I don't think it is, in my humble opinion 🤔 Also, are they a sponsor? Then we might know why the question is being asked lol
@@FinishCarpentryTV 😉 In that case, DUDE, I think tools are allowed mate, I think it's a legitimate question and I think deserves debate, thanks for the conversation and your contributions to carpentry.
Not to be critical but you are not using the dominos to their ultimate potential and use. By not puting the glue on the domino it will not swell in the joint as it is ment to do. The only mechanical bond that you have now is the face to face bond of the style and rail. In your case the domino is only acting as an alignment tool. And no its not cheating and that is one bad ass bit of woodworking right there......
By God, you are so much like the rest of us guys that moved from skirting houses ta something more meaningful, we just eat that stuff up when it works,,,,lol
(Satire alert) It all cheating until you forge and make all of your own hand tools. If you haven't smelted your own iron you are not a real wood worker.
Depends on what the goal is. If the goal is to finish a piece of furniture as efficiently as possible then no. If you are trying to show off or display your skills in hand cutting mortise and tenons and you are trying to pass it off as a hand cut result then yes. I highly doubt woodworkers who are using this are trying to cheat on entries into a hand cut mortise and tenon competition (if there is even such a thing) so judging them harshly for using them for making furniture is pointless.
I kind of look at it as cheating. Nothing matches a traditional mortise and tenon but I get that the domino speeds things up and woodworkers are selling domino joined furniture for the same price.
I just got my Domino XL a week ago. This thing is insane. I've made just a random step stool so far lol. Just to practice. The real cabinets + bed frames + table tops are coming up.
Nothing is cheating. You get to do it your way with whatever tools and techniques you want to. That's the beauty of doing it yourself. This is even more true when time is money - whatever gets the job done.
You rich guys get the best like Festools. Cave dwellers like me swing my drill press table to one side.
Clamp a shelf to the table and drill. Followed by an end mill to clean up.
YABBA-DABBA-DOO!
And the glue will be fine. The squeeze out makes a seal. It's not a boat.
I did the calculations in my head...took me (maybe) 5 to 10 seconds. Quality builds are difficult and expensive, no way around it. I bought both Festool joiners (500 and 700) and I haven't had a moment's regret.
Just from personal experience I get a lot more stability clamping down work piece and using both hands on domino. That handle adds so much more control but I can’t argue with results. I use a lot of 14 mm on doors and domino xl will kick my butt on them. Beautiful windows and great video
You should think about milling your own Dominoes out of the same species of wood you’re using for whatever project you’re making. It’s cheaper and actually will last a lifetime given the expansion rate of different woods when the next guy comes along and doesn’t maintain it with a needed coat of paint.
You can get a little more open time with glue if you chill it, either by storing it in a refrigerator or putting the bottle in an ice bath.
Well done man. Looking good. You might consider using end grain sealer for those end bits. We used to use that stuff in a window company where I worked and it was freaking awesome stuff. Like your style man.
Great job Richard, the work you do is amazing. Going to be one good looking window.
Awesome work thanks for sharing! Would love to seehow the sill and jams were built
Hey Richard, Good to see you taking the step forward in mastering your craft. The window looks great! Just a couple of thoughts. I would be concerned that pre priming would not be good for the glue adhesion. If you evenly coat both surfaces with a brush (work it into the grain) titebond III should in itself seal the end grain. Maybe double coat the end grain pieces too. Second make sure you glue the dominos too and get some in the mortise.
Also, I left a comment for you on the 2nd episode of "Passion for Craft" videos. Made a few suggestions on some great resources you can get if you really want to get into building stairs. Keep up the good work!
I’m a big fan of the Festool Domino tools but for exterior work you should use their exterior rated Sipo loose tenons or make your own from a rot resistant species of wood. The beech tenons will fail and when they do you’re going to have a big mess on your hands.
When gluing end grain like where your domino's are, one should use a brush and make sure all surface area has glue, even domino's
Nice!! “Everything Crispy”
As usual my friend ..
Dude, those look freaking good. Very good.
I seriously thought you were using a lint roller to beat that wood around haha. Big fan 🔥🔥🔥
Would love to see you do energy efficient (and lower noise) windows with seals and double glazed glass.
Wood windows should have seals too. It’s usually made of bronze and is called interlocking weatherseal or spring bronze.. actually work better than anything out there and last 100 years. Wood windows also take thicker glass than vinyl windows and these wood windows will outlast vinyl windows 5 times over. 😊
@@jasony9950 I live in Europe and was comparing sound and termal insolation on these and our windows, these do not seem good in that regard.
Man that's super cool craftsmanship. I would have used exterior screws(deck screws).
FYI just a simple rubber glue applicator brush helps eliminate so much glue leaving the joint.
You do beautiful work! I'm 60, but when I grow up, I'm gonna do beautiful work just like you!
Stack the ends together, then prime. You will waste WAY less primer.
Taking it up a notch! Nice work Bro.
I like how this guy show his slight mistakes. He does not just act like he is and Ace 24/7.
With an MFT-style work bench the clamping options are infinite and you'll be able to use 2 hands for even the smallest workpiece.
Just because you have the best and most expensive tool that does the best job and makes it seem easy, isn’t cheating, you just need more Festools, and stop felling guilty about it.
Nice work for sure!
The next Norm Abram, your good kiddo!!
Not cheating. Looks great. I prototyped, including glue-up,. some cabinet frames a couple of years ago to practice with dominos. I had to take them apart to get rid of them. It didn't go well. Domino made frames are very tough. They definitely didn't come apart at the joints.
In most cases I would cut joinery (including dominoes) with squared up stock - before coping or otherwise shaping
Hey nice work! what are you going to do for when the two sashes meet in the middle. Usually each sash will have a rabbit so they close on each other.
No, usually there is a center stile that both casement sashes close against. I’ve never, in 45+ yrs of working on houses seen casement sashes closing on a rabbet on the opposite sash. How would that even be weatherstripped? If it’s a clear opening it would more likely have an astragal attached to one sash or the other.
@@HBSuccess yes some will have a center stile or astragal but I’ve come across French windows that have a rabbit on each sash and one is the active sash that opens and closes on the other sash and the rabbits over lap each other so when you open the window you have one big opening. I get a router and put a grove into the sides of the sashes so I can insert a kerf bulb weather stripping.
Smashing...clearly got shares in the glue company
Looks like you know what you’re doing 😏 Great job as always Richard. It must be so satisfying to see it come together, The door is equally as impressive.
Just thinking, before you clamp them up should you not check them for square?.
You mentioned how the glue sets up too fast. I got an idea that you glue up one side and clamp it all together. Later, glue up the other side and clamp it again. You won’t have to rush to clean up the glue that way. I’m sure you have plenty more things to work on while the glue dries anyway.
U gotta put glue on the biscuit so it can absorb it and swell up.
Surprised you didn't use stainless screws or at least something treated. Might reduce the possibility of the screws staining or streaking if they get wet.
For your windows.....what type of wood are you using as exterior paint gade? Thanks Richard!
I am sure the original craftsman who used hand tools to create the woodwork you are trying to replicate would have loved the advantage you have of using power tools. It is like A.I. can maybe duplicate the Mona Lisa but the original sets the bar for us to achieve.
Good stuff.Enjoy watching your videos.good learning,good tips.thx
Hey Richard. You could also use the festool domino’s for outdoor use made from Sapele for the windows instead of the beech dominos
Yes! The sipo dominos are made for exterior use and won’t rot like the ones he is using are prone to when exposed to the elements.
sashtastic voyage! Team Richard's next challenge, Your Castle Pocket Hole jig vs. Dominos on a joinery project. Looks GREAT so far man.
Is there a reason you clamped the window more towards middle and not on your glue joints ?
I have been looking for a way to use a cordless drill to make plugs. I didn't see yours in the Amazon list. What brand is it?
What tool do u use to make those plugs. I seen u used ur Dewalt drill but what bit is in it. I tried searching your Amazon page but I couldn’t find it
It’s called a plug cutter. They should have it on Amazon
those look like the interior grade beech domino's, not the sipo exterior grade dominos...
Yes, I’ll have a order of extra crispy windows but hold off the metric sauce 😂 . Keep the videos coming !
As this is an outside window, do you use double glazed window units?
why wouldn’t you make the plugs run with the wood grain?
I need some Dewaulkita gear.
Beautiful windows.
Like a glove!
Good Content! 👍
The DF-700 is way overkill for that application.
Windows are beautiful, but probably not doable as a DIY as a Canadian in cold climate. Our windows are best made triple-pane with gases between panes.
Regardless, have been enjoying the woodworking on this channel.
Hey, Richard! I love that window sash. I bet I can make that cut. Would you hire me? Lol anyways I got a million dollar question for you…. What’s the best tape measure for accuracy?
Thanks! haha I have currently been using the fastcap 16' and i love it. I've stopped using FATMAX
I am always amazed when people say: "This is just as good...IN MY OPINION" 0:59 and they have no background, education, training, work experience, testing, etc. to back the statement up, for this kind of work (i.e. window, carcass, or joinery construction).
Using a nail gun and a chop saw on interior trim work does not make one a professional window maker. Best to keep opinions in your own field of expertise.
Richard,
I did not see you measure for square.
How did they come out ?
Cheers,
Al
metric system, dude! you guys love the complexity of improper fractions. I am sure you can manage metric 😂. Great content though as always.
“DeWalt guy tries Festool for the first time (not good)”
Who makes the zero clearance fence you have on ur makita miter saw?
Kizen enterprise.
Unless a primer is labeled as a moisture barrier, you're wasting your time. Normal primers seal just enough to keep the paint on the surface (and that's short term), keeping it from being sucked into the material. Primer gives the illusion of a moisture seal while doing it's job of assisting the bond between material and paint. The wood glue creates a better moisture seal if it's a type 2 or type 3 while penetrating the wood fibers creating a strong bond. I'd rather have my glue bonding to wood rather than primer.
As someone whos a hobbist wood worker and getting into using more fine woods i always have used titebond 3 for its superiority of water proof but yes you need to be quick as it sets in 3-5 minutes. Titebond 2 might be the better choice for most wood projects unless its going to be outside
for what it is worth TB3 is the slowest on set time of al the three standard TB glue. There are other mix of TB that are slower tho.
Keep woodworking :) It is a GREAT hobby! :)
Awesome 👍
Kind of humors me that some peeps may consider a domino as cheating. Unless they say that about a table saw , miter saw, router, power drill , a screw, or electricity...then go pound sand.
Festool offers the sipo dominoes that is meant for outdoor use.
More I drank the green kool-aid. Dowels work just as well and could have avoided the screws. A dowel is a tenon too, just round.
Dominos are more convenient, especially for big glue ups, because you don't always have to use the tight mortise setting. You can use the medium and get practically the same strength, and then you don't have to perfectly align the machine.
Another huge pro of the Domino is the connector set, it makes building knockdown furniture like bed frames and tables super easy.
If you have it, by all means use it! Smart IMO
Using the tools in your toolbox is not cheating. If you have it, rock it.
I outfitted both my 500 and 700 Domino joiner with accessories from Seneca woodworking. Let’s just say my Festool Joiners are now German American
Just single pane windows?
Surprised you didn't use your square to line those cross frames up. N.ot that I have any doubt that they are not square
Sweet!
Never work with domino one hand always use clamp
It looks awesome. A shame to have to paint that beautiful wood though.
Beautiful. Next time make it beauifuler by running your plugs' Grain in line with the Grain of da Frame. 😎Semper Fi.
As long as it's a sapele domino, I guess Brent would approve :p
Sound really low for anybody else?
A tad yes
Sorry about that. I had some tech issues with this one.
You're awesome Richard. Thank you for your service.
How's it cheating to use a tool to make a piece of wood craftsmanship?! I don't think it is, in my humble opinion 🤔
Also, are they a sponsor? Then we might know why the question is being asked lol
HAha no they are not a sponsor.
@@FinishCarpentryTV 😉
In that case, DUDE, I think tools are allowed mate, I think it's a legitimate question and I think deserves debate, thanks for the conversation and your contributions to carpentry.
Imagine discovering the domino in 2023
It's only cheating if you get caught and to be honest if you aren't cheating you aren't trying.
Not to be critical but you are not using the dominos to their ultimate potential and use. By not puting the glue on the domino it will not swell in the joint as it is ment to do. The only mechanical bond that you have now is the face to face bond of the style and rail. In your case the domino is only acting as an alignment tool. And no its not cheating and that is one bad ass bit
of woodworking right there......
The only cheating part is using screws. But, it's allowed.
By God, you are so much like the rest of us guys that moved from skirting houses ta something more meaningful, we just eat that stuff up when it works,,,,lol
Yes it's cheating you should give that tool to me.
Perfect amount of titebond... way too much! Great work!
(Satire alert) It all cheating until you forge and make all of your own hand tools. If you haven't smelted your own iron you are not a real wood worker.
100 year windows?
More like 10 year. Haha . No Brent’s 100 year window specs would not allow dominos or screws. It’s all mortise and tenon.
does anything last 100 yrs now....even a slate roof? everything needs service before it's usable life span it seems.
@@CaptainsOrders I think the idea is 100 years with maintenance.
Depends on what the goal is. If the goal is to finish a piece of furniture as efficiently as possible then no. If you are trying to show off or display your skills in hand cutting mortise and tenons and you are trying to pass it off as a hand cut result then yes. I highly doubt woodworkers who are using this are trying to cheat on entries into a hand cut mortise and tenon competition (if there is even such a thing) so judging them harshly for using them for making furniture is pointless.
God bless America
Not fully clear though why you wont go metric
Its 976/12 easier
at 1200 bucks, no, it's not cheating to use it.....plus the cost of the dominos.
Domino XL is like $1500 at that.
Very laggy video?
6:20 I should call her…
What?
Takes no skill to use FESTOOL
Yeah! That's why I put my mortices in the wrong face!😨
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Let me know so l can fill out my order form to order one.
I kind of look at it as cheating. Nothing matches a traditional mortise and tenon but I get that the domino speeds things up and woodworkers are selling domino joined furniture for the same price.
If you used cope and stick joinery on the mullion/muttons, you wouldn’t need to be a hack, screwing the window together. 🙄