Turn Your Scrap Wood into Cool Sanding Blocks

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  • Turn your scrap wood into something useful for your shop. Here William will show you a simple way to make cool sanding blocks.
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  • @BiggMo
    @BiggMo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    The advice on blade alignment on a plough-groove is priceless. Simple and wise - only obvious in hindsight. Thank you

    • @TheZachKat
      @TheZachKat 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Exactly! ...and to think I've been doing this wrong for years.

    • @andrewbieger5004
      @andrewbieger5004 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheZachKat Ditto! This man is the Saw Dust Boss.

  • @markwiseman423
    @markwiseman423 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow.... more care and attention into making a sanding block than some seem to put into finished projects, what a teacher absolutely enjoying watching your videos... thank you William

  • @johnmay3266
    @johnmay3266 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    It is so nice to have you back and making new videos. Your advice and teaching methods are always spot on. Keep up the excellent work.

  • @berngalat5246
    @berngalat5246 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This man is a perfectionist in all that he does. The technique and skill applied to a seemingly mundane project will , if you’re smart transfer and enhance your most demanding projects. Thank you William!

  • @zachdavis9748
    @zachdavis9748 4 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Here's to you landing one of those big money hand modeling gigs and putting those big handsome hands to use.

  • @MarkJBosse
    @MarkJBosse 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Another video so soon? You're spoiling me!

  • @robertziegler3913
    @robertziegler3913 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Glad you are back.

  • @MrCmonReally
    @MrCmonReally 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Whoa... two new videos in the same week? Yes! Things are looking up! Thank you!

  • @rolandshultz4888
    @rolandshultz4888 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It is a treat to watch you work!

  • @brucefoote540
    @brucefoote540 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    From a distance (Northern New Jersey USA) I appreciate how your methods teach production precision.

  • @ronin4711
    @ronin4711 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You can always count on William to put a great presentation with useful information that you may use for years to come.
    Thanks for this video Mr Ng.

  • @blakejacques7237
    @blakejacques7237 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for taking the time to also do these videos. I swear I learn some new every time. The fact that you teach classes and do these videos show your love of your talent.
    Stay safe.

  • @elbiewatson
    @elbiewatson 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I am really happy to see new videos. I've learned a lot by watching over the past couple of years.

  • @sambow4u
    @sambow4u 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    William ,, I think you beat yourself up in Past Videos ,,, I just started watching about a couple months ago and I can tell you from yrs of watching others ,,, I LOVE your Chanel ,,,Your super easy to follow , Love watching you make sleds ,,, Thank you very much !

  • @bradymcphail9690
    @bradymcphail9690 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for coming back and sharing your knowledge. I'm looking forward to getting back into the shop after a bad industrial electrocution accident as a welder/fabricator. I'm having physical and PTSD issues, but I'm not going to give up trying to get my dream shop.
    Thank you for all of the great ideas. I hope to see you at your classes soon.

    • @wnwoodworks
      @wnwoodworks  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm hoping for a full speedy recovery for you. Take care.

  • @ConcernedCitizen456
    @ConcernedCitizen456 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great to see you posting videos regularly! Thank you

  • @TheSpeedyStevie
    @TheSpeedyStevie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yay William is back. Haven't watched but I know it's going to be great with a dash of humour

  • @DavesShed
    @DavesShed 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I see a William Ng video and I press play. He uses some bizarre ancient measuring system, but his ideas are gold.

  • @farrierss1724
    @farrierss1724 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very happy to see him back with new videos.

  • @Exodus5K
    @Exodus5K 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm so happy to see you making youtube videos again William. I'd like to see a similar style video for batching out push sticks, it'd be nice to always have a fresh one on hand when they get grooved up.

    • @wnwoodworks
      @wnwoodworks  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You've read my mind. I'll try to have the push stick vid out soon.

    • @Exodus5K
      @Exodus5K 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@wnwoodworks You're the best!

  • @patrickarchuleta9594
    @patrickarchuleta9594 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I personally appreciate you young man I thank you for your knowledge may God Almighty continue to bless you and your business.

  • @grantwbrewer
    @grantwbrewer 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always happy to see you back William. You are a true wealth of information!

  • @ibfisher
    @ibfisher 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    A pleasure to watch, appreciate the deadpan humor and you prove once again, it's not what you make but how you make it! Cheers!

  • @tjacksonwoodworker3726
    @tjacksonwoodworker3726 ปีที่แล้ว

    excellent and wonderful craftsmanship and attention to detail.

  • @ronweber4508
    @ronweber4508 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    It’s a great video.
    Even us older guys who had shop class in junior high and high school, no safe spaces back to then, we don’t even remember a lot of the things we learned back then.

  • @wilfred_ho
    @wilfred_ho 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Perfection is doing each small step really, really well. Thanks for sharing!

  • @DanCrista
    @DanCrista 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, these simple projects make life more easier .

  • @ShatteredBlackStar
    @ShatteredBlackStar 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I absolutely like how you explain the things you do, how you advice and why you advice it. I wish you all the best!

  • @gordroberts53
    @gordroberts53 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant! The tip on measuring to the far side of the blade is priceless, thank you. There is only me in my shop but I'm making several so I can have one for every grit. Stay safe and thanks so much for taking the time to produce these videos. Cheers from BC!

    • @wnwoodworks
      @wnwoodworks  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, make one for each grit. Saves a little time from changing paper. Cheers

  • @TonyV_in_the_OC
    @TonyV_in_the_OC 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m so happy to see you again. Each video is worth its weight in gold. I can’t wait to take a class with you...I live around the corner in Placentia. Thank you sooooooo much.

  • @jamestaulbee4791
    @jamestaulbee4791 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you very much
    William. I like the way these blocks use and will make a few for myself.

  • @rapunzeleh546
    @rapunzeleh546 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    perfect application for a rotary cutter that is commonly used in sewing... like a wicked sharp pizza wheel...

  • @geoweb8246
    @geoweb8246 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a superb video! I have made two batches of sanding blocks, and I’ve made a discovery perhaps others will find useful.
    I hate sanding. To make sanding less miserable, I keep five dedicated sanding blocks loaded with 80, 120, 180, 220, and 320 grit sandpaper. Unfortunately, the optimal wedge width varies with the grits.
    My solution is to purposefully cut the wedges a little bit wide. I made a simple jig that fits in my bench vice. The jig has stops in two directions to securely hold a wedge. I then "fine tune" each wedge width using a block plane. A nice bonus is the block plane removes any saw blade marks.

  • @danielgeng2306
    @danielgeng2306 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always a treat to see a new video from you William ! Good stuff might give these a try ..

  • @CreativeIdeasMaker
    @CreativeIdeasMaker 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tnx for ur good guidances. I glad to see your projects.

  • @mrKleen1
    @mrKleen1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    First time viewer and I love your style of video making, so clear, calm, and informative! Easily jumping on board!

  • @Atr42Greasemonkey
    @Atr42Greasemonkey 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    you said you dont have many friends ...please be my friend with all those amazing tools and techniques lol Awesome video

  • @ronaldmann6770
    @ronaldmann6770 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    So nice to see you back. Look forward very much to learning from you. You are very clever and a great teacher.

  • @007Narsil007
    @007Narsil007 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Everything I've seen you do is at an absurdly high level of precision. Just once, I'd like to see a video where you go, "Meh, this could be better but it's good enough." Kidding aside, I always learn something useful from your videos. Thank you.

  • @chadricheson1038
    @chadricheson1038 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I aspire to be as good at my job as William Ng is at his.

    • @wnwoodworks
      @wnwoodworks  4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Hey Thanks. Those are encouraging kind words.

    • @stevenzawalick49
      @stevenzawalick49 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      We all do!

    • @jamesford8315
      @jamesford8315 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Well, I'm kinda the "good enough for government work" guy. Fauci style

    • @pthanos
      @pthanos 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Don't we all

  • @hernancoronel
    @hernancoronel 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Give me that 1:11 scrap baby! LOL! Thanks for the great video William!

  • @2300Kenzie
    @2300Kenzie 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another excellent video from the operating suite of wood surgery.

  • @rwind656
    @rwind656 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I appreciate the simple projects, thanks.

  • @azmike1956
    @azmike1956 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi William, thanks for the great tips especially the dado tip.
    Being in Phoenix, we had problems with heat release on laminated products. One of our suppliers recommended a spray contact adhesive called TACC. Available in spray cans & canisters for pressure/siphon systems & a higher release temp.
    A sanding block we used a lot was fit to used sanding belts. Break the end corner edges to keep from tearing the belt.
    Take care hand model!😊

  • @ianrose2823
    @ianrose2823 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are a master William . Keep the videos coming .

  • @FuzzyScaredyCat
    @FuzzyScaredyCat 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Imagine what the wood William Ng has that's not scrap looks like.

  • @glenndarilek520
    @glenndarilek520 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dam! I never knew a block of wood with sandpaper wrapped around it could be so complicated!

  • @Timshowtomake
    @Timshowtomake 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    A call for a Hand Model job very hilarious. those sanding blocks are outstanding sure I made some for my shop. I always use a scrap of wood but now I know how to make better ones ;-) thank you very much for the inspiration.

  • @jessjulian9458
    @jessjulian9458 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have been wanting to make snding blocks for some time. Thanks to you I can now do it right. Thanks for sharing your talents.

  • @MrQuickLine
    @MrQuickLine 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just found you through recommendations. Subscribed. This is a great little project.

  • @drooten
    @drooten 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    It’s really nice seeing you again! Thanks for the great ideas

  • @jaayjones5937
    @jaayjones5937 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    By using different router bits you can create concave groves to sand finish detail edges. Excellent information and execution.

  • @lewisworkshop
    @lewisworkshop 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Must say I "poached" these years ago after seeing them in your videos. Reverse engineered them and have been using them for years. Highly recommended!

  • @paulscott9614
    @paulscott9614 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I live right next to that college. Thanks for letting me know about their program there.

  • @BretChilcott
    @BretChilcott 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice! Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

  • @kenc2257
    @kenc2257 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I will (most likely) never make these sanding blocks. But, I learned some interesing techniques, and really enjoyed watching the video.

  • @davelillie1090
    @davelillie1090 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    “I fear not the man who has practiced 10,000 kicks once, but I fear the man who had practiced one kick 10,000 times.”
    Simple leads to mastery, thank you for showing the "simple" details in making these high quality tools. Always a pleasure viewing your posts. Hope to make it to sunny Cali one day to visit a friend in Venice, I'll be sure to stop by!

    • @carloduroni5629
      @carloduroni5629 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I fear more the man who wants to practice kicks on me.

  • @AndrewJohnRevell2017
    @AndrewJohnRevell2017 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very clever. Thank you for showing us. 🙌🏼

  • @woodprojectswithalex2692
    @woodprojectswithalex2692 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was looking for this idea a long time ago and I got it right here!! Thank you very much!

  • @andyh8239
    @andyh8239 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    3:55 Seems so obvious, yet never gave it a thought until you pointed it out. 👍

  • @debbiekorwin4000
    @debbiekorwin4000 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are an awesome teacher! I can’t wait to make some of these! Thanks!☺️👍

  • @patmash
    @patmash 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic sanding blocks. Thank you sir.

  • @ronjones9373
    @ronjones9373 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a simple project but such great tips.

  • @stevenbradford6824
    @stevenbradford6824 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful

  • @marcioluislorenzi
    @marcioluislorenzi 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job! I love it. Simple, easy and useful

  • @ecaff9515
    @ecaff9515 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent
    Thank you sharing

  • @333Masi333
    @333Masi333 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I suddenly crave ice cream sandwiches, think I'll go get some right now.

  • @hossfox30
    @hossfox30 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant!

  • @BiggMo
    @BiggMo 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Traveling and taking a class from you Ng is on my bucket list. Someday.... someday....

    • @wnwoodworks
      @wnwoodworks  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I look forward to that. Thanks.

  • @henryworkswoodandmetal
    @henryworkswoodandmetal 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very well done......great little project!👍

  • @KennethColeStatenIsland
    @KennethColeStatenIsland 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Made a few and using them already.

  • @martinoamello3017
    @martinoamello3017 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Not that I have anything against a nice, accurately cut and made sanding block, but I've been sanding things since I was a young boy and now in my 60s I still haven't found the need for a super accurate sanding block. Just about any block of wood will do. Flat helps, but not absolutely necessary for most jobs. In shop class it was just a chunk of wood with a piece of really worn out piece of paper.. Maybe it's just me, but youtubers have seemingly promoted the humble sanding block above the status of the saw.

  • @ctenos45069
    @ctenos45069 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful video. Priceless advice!

  • @ThePremiumChicken
    @ThePremiumChicken 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I attended Cerritos College years ago. It was great fun

  • @patrickarchuleta9594
    @patrickarchuleta9594 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job.

  • @davidwhiteley3879
    @davidwhiteley3879 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The first of your videos I have seen. Outstanding and humorous. Did you ever get the hand modeling job?

  • @mikecurtin9831
    @mikecurtin9831 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Is there something on the front edge of that bandsaw that momentarily turns maple to butter? Despite my best efforts, I continually learn stuff from your videos. I also love your side comments, but sometimes have to struggle to hear them. I always give you a thumbs up before I watch.

  • @daverobinson6384
    @daverobinson6384 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I wish had scrap wood that good!

  • @speedrrracer
    @speedrrracer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Two William Ng videos in one week? Truly we are in the End Times

    • @wnwoodworks
      @wnwoodworks  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      HaHaHaHa

    • @speedrrracer
      @speedrrracer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@wnwoodworks Here's to hoping for many more in the future. Stay safe and be well :)

  • @TAZ.MENARD
    @TAZ.MENARD 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always good advise and technique. Keep’em coming!

  • @garagemonkeysan
    @garagemonkeysan 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Your sanding blocks are better than the "furniture" I make. : ) Mahalo for sharing! : )

  • @christopherhuffman9631
    @christopherhuffman9631 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been waiting on this video for a long time! I saw your sanding blocks when Marc Spagnolo videoed your sharpening class

  • @larrybeck4162
    @larrybeck4162 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You got a friend here.

  • @matschase
    @matschase 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Don't worry about putting up videos. It's not about quantity for me. Happy when you post sth

  • @fwanknmt
    @fwanknmt 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I thought I was watching a hand modeling how-to video, but now i can make my own sanding blocks.

  • @dons8365
    @dons8365 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes----I am definitely going to make some of those!!!! THX

  • @larry5948
    @larry5948 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mr Ng
    You said you don’t have many friends.!! I see 137k+ that consider you a friend. A true friend is willing to show the easy and mundane to his friends that just can’t grasp “its easy as 123”
    My friends think a sanding block is a motorcycle rider with no helmet and shorts sliding down the 57 freeway at rush hour.

  • @hardnox6655
    @hardnox6655 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing. That was great information.

  • @loucinci3922
    @loucinci3922 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I appreciate the details. Thank you

  • @andrewbieger5004
    @andrewbieger5004 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Am I the only one who sees the blocks with two layers of cork and think: Hey, that looks just like an ice cream sandwich, and now I want one.....dangit.

  • @Recicleitor_Maker
    @Recicleitor_Maker 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Muy bueno el vídeo y se nota que eres profesional !! Like

  • @jimburns348
    @jimburns348 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice. Excellent idea.

  • @pinterelectric
    @pinterelectric 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That’s a heck of a sander

  • @michaelluksich2162
    @michaelluksich2162 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done.....thanks.

  • @thomasarussellsr
    @thomasarussellsr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice project. How would you go about making sanding blocks for the reverse convex trim (cocave blocks) and how would you attach the cork and sandpaper to get a smooth block? How about complex mouldings with multiple concaves, convexes, and rabettes/rebates or v-notches?

    • @wnwoodworks
      @wnwoodworks  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Convex shapes are easier to sand I don't use a sanding block. I just hold the sandpaper by hand and go st it. If it gets hot , I shield it with a 1/4" foam.

    • @thomasarussellsr
      @thomasarussellsr 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@wnwoodworks thanks.

  • @jimgay7382
    @jimgay7382 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I miss little William! 😊

  • @cospittner3526
    @cospittner3526 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    So glad to see more videos. You let the contact cement fully dry before adherence correct? Loved the hand model joke. Excellent content as always. I'd love to see a construction & setup of homemade japanese/chinese wooden hand-plane video. Thanks!

    • @wnwoodworks
      @wnwoodworks  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, dry to the touch before adhering. Japanese planes are a little more complicated. I'm planing on one as an online class. It'll take a few hours on video to explain the ins and outs

  • @FredMcIntyre
    @FredMcIntyre 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome stuff, thanks for the info! 😃👍🏻👊🏻

  • @grandolddrummer
    @grandolddrummer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Would have been great if you'd staged a call in the middle there and had to go do a modeling gig. Maybe a callback for a future video.

    • @wnwoodworks
      @wnwoodworks  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      HaHa I should have you write my material

  • @SpongeAndLeo
    @SpongeAndLeo 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing technique. Loved watching this. Any bandsaw videos?