Thanks for making this series! I have a garage full of tools that my husband used to use before he passed away. I kind of know my way around a shop since my grandfather used to make furniture all the time. I've been studying your videos and plan to make an 8-foot table in time to host Christmas at my house! I'll let you know how it goes!
I can get my hands on fresh pine wood (including planks/shelves), so wood from a pine tree that just has been cut. I want to use it to make a table and book shelves. Can I use these straight away or do I need to take (extra) measures to prevent it warping? And if it's better to let them dry first, could I simply do this to keep them in my garage for ( a couple of?) months?
Thanks Jim! The track saw has been a HUGE game changer for me.. They're expensive up front but I use mine in so many different scenarios. 100% worth it IMO if you build a lot!
I love using starbond to fill in those knots. And as you have found…. The thin is not as easy to use. I typically use the Medium. Not a fan of the thick either. The medium just seems to work well.
Hi Matt, would you think this method of joinery and glue-up would work alright on an outdoor table? It's in a covered deck so it wouldn't get wet or sunshine, but I assume the humidity swings are a little higher. This is Colorado so it's not a humid environment, but still the winter/summer swings. I have determined I definitely need the breadbox (new concept to me) to prevent cupping, but I'm a little bit worried about glue causing cracks. Should I reinforce the joints between the boards for the table top? I will be doing aprons with mortise & tenon joints connecting the table legs.
A traditional glue up should be fine. Breadboards will certainly help warping/cupping, just be sure to attach them in a manner that will allow for wood movement - the boards will definitely contract/expand with the outside environment. P.S. I absolutely love visiting Colorado in the summer time! Enjoy the Mountain views for me if you live close to them!
I just tried to find and use the straightest boards I could. I used to hand plane to flatten the entire top the best I could after the glue up was finished 👍🏻
Hi there, I am trying to make a round dining table 7 feet long, is it fine if the table top is 1 inch thick? This would help me out a lot thank you so much!!
Pocket holes and glue is fine for joining the main section but the breadboard ends should be attached in a way to allow wood movement. Pocket holes and glue would restrict breadboard wood movement and the top would crack over time
Hey! I'm planning on building one of these. Did you use 2 individual router guides to make the dovetail groove or is that just one tool that can do that.
Thanks for making this series! I have a garage full of tools that my husband used to use before he passed away. I kind of know my way around a shop since my grandfather used to make furniture all the time. I've been studying your videos and plan to make an 8-foot table in time to host Christmas at my house! I'll let you know how it goes!
You’re welcome and thanks for watching! Good luck with your table build!
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Dovetail breadboard, sounds like a great idea and a challenge. I might have to try one that way ….. someday.
It’s tough to get the hang of but I really like how they turn out!
Wow, I never saw a breadboard end done that way. Good idea. I wonder if it makes sense to actually put beeswax on the Tonge to make it slide easier?
Thanks! Probably so, I didn’t think to try that at the time. I’ll have to give it a shot if I ever do this again 👍🏻
I can get my hands on fresh pine wood (including planks/shelves), so wood from a pine tree that just has been cut. I want to use it to make a table and book shelves. Can I use these straight away or do I need to take (extra) measures to prevent it warping? And if it's better to let them dry first, could I simply do this to keep them in my garage for ( a couple of?) months?
You can of course, but the wood should be allowed to properly dry first otherwise you risk the boards warping and shrinking
That's it, I'm getting a track saw. I struggle getting straight edges for glue ups on my table saw. Another awesome video!!
Thanks Jim! The track saw has been a HUGE game changer for me.. They're expensive up front but I use mine in so many different scenarios. 100% worth it IMO if you build a lot!
Great video
Thanks! 👍🏻
Good stuff, Matt! What you build with three tools is amazing! Keep up the great work!
Thanks Bucky! Appreciate the feedback!
I counted more than three.
I love using starbond to fill in those knots. And as you have found…. The thin is not as easy to use. I typically use the Medium. Not a fan of the thick either. The medium just seems to work well.
I'm with you there, the medium is by far my preference to work with!
I'm really a good fan of you i want you to put up a video on the basic 4 power tools for a beginner
Thanks Mathew! I’ll do a video of that for sure once I get caught up with my current stuff.. thanks for the idea!
Hi Matt, would you think this method of joinery and glue-up would work alright on an outdoor table? It's in a covered deck so it wouldn't get wet or sunshine, but I assume the humidity swings are a little higher. This is Colorado so it's not a humid environment, but still the winter/summer swings.
I have determined I definitely need the breadbox (new concept to me) to prevent cupping, but I'm a little bit worried about glue causing cracks. Should I reinforce the joints between the boards for the table top?
I will be doing aprons with mortise & tenon joints connecting the table legs.
A traditional glue up should be fine. Breadboards will certainly help warping/cupping, just be sure to attach them in a manner that will allow for wood movement - the boards will definitely contract/expand with the outside environment.
P.S. I absolutely love visiting Colorado in the summer time! Enjoy the Mountain views for me if you live close to them!
How did you get them flat on the planer without a sled?
I just tried to find and use the straightest boards I could. I used to hand plane to flatten the entire top the best I could after the glue up was finished 👍🏻
Hi there, I am trying to make a round dining table 7 feet long, is it fine if the table top is 1 inch thick? This would help me out a lot thank you so much!!
Yes, that will work fine 👍🏻
Thank you! It doesn’t need any extra support under? Beside the legs? Thank you!!!
What is pre-finish plywood? What do you mean by "glue won't stick"?
What part of the video are you referring to? I don’t believe I mentioned anything about plywood in this video
@@mmcc_woodshop6288 you are right...must have been my TH-cam playlist that switched while i was writing this question...which is obviously unrelated 😂
How long is it?
I think the one was either 6 or 7 feet long, I can’t remember for sure. They can be made to pretty much and size 👍🏻
Do you think it’s a bad idea to glue and pocket hole the the table top?
Pocket holes and glue is fine for joining the main section but the breadboard ends should be attached in a way to allow wood movement. Pocket holes and glue would restrict breadboard wood movement and the top would crack over time
Love the videos. What size dove tail bit are u using?
Thanks Mark! I'm using the 22-113 bit from this set: amzn.to/3de6YAR
Hey! I'm planning on building one of these. Did you use 2 individual router guides to make the dovetail groove or is that just one tool that can do that.
I use 2 router edge guides, you could do it with just one but 2 holds everything much more secure when using a larger dovetail bit
Where do you buy the track Saw?
Here's a direct link to it!
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Here's a direct link to it!
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Still waiting on that pull out trash can cabinet
Stay tuned, lots more content coming!