GREAT Bench. CHEAP Wood.

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2 жыл бұрын

I show how to make a huge workbench with 2x6 construction lumber. This sucker is totally legit and super stout with all drawbored mortise and tenons.
I wanted a change from my Nicholson style bench and came up with this. The design inspiration is from benchcrafted bench, roubo, anarchist, and Bob and Dave's good fast and cheap bench.
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@FranksWorkbench 2 жыл бұрын

I upgraded the vise jaw in a huge way, check it out! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/eNaaqpN4nZPdqas.html

@gamerdad9916 Жыл бұрын

Can you make one with just hand tools using no power tools so I can kind of see how much work it will go into

@christophercarsonsmith5088 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video. I've been referencing it. Can I ask, what kind of inset tail vise do you use?

@jamesbeecher4431 Жыл бұрын

I don't get people that want thin benches. I like making outdoor things like Adirondack chairs and raised flower beds. All these things are 24-28 inches wide. When I made my bench I only made it 24 wide so, for now, I keep a 3/4 piece of 4'x3' MDF to lay on top of my bench when I'm making something that is wider. It's a PAIN IN THE ... when I move and set up again I'm going to make a new bench that's probably a full 36 inches wide. That way I can the chairs and swing things around with less fear of them falling off.

@nathaneverett533 4 ай бұрын

Is there a build sheet? Materials list and cut sheet?!?!

@joshualucas1821 Ай бұрын

Good to know I'm not the only one who signs my projects in blood

@jigsey. 8 ай бұрын

This is possibly the most satisfying wordworking ive watched on KZfaq...visusls spot on, narration spot on, snd the sound of wood being planed, like music..

@Kr0N05 3 ай бұрын

Yup, kinda sad it ended :)

@RexKrueger 2 жыл бұрын

This is a really good video, but I think you should make another one about the design. I see you were working on a Nicholson bench before. What made you switch? Why did you choose this design? Why 2x6s for the top? You did a good job of explaining the 30" top, but many other details are interesting to talk about. I'd also like to see the bench in action. How does it handle common operations?

@FranksWorkbench 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks brotha, big fan of your channel and message! Love a Nicholson and personally don't think it can be matched for speed and effectiveness. This is a beefy one sort of like a Roubo or the Benchcrafted bench. I wanted more material for flattening the top, less bounce, and no apron. Unlike most benches similar to this, the front rail is higher, this allows sliding a ~18" high tool chest and/or saw bench underneath, which is practically a requirement for my space (and neither of which I have as of yet LOL). Appreciate your feedback!

@mikehayes2233 2 жыл бұрын

Good feedback you too!! Good to BOTH of ya!!

@lanceyohe6026 Жыл бұрын

Excellent feedback. Myself, having “apprenticed” under Paul Sellers, I too started with a Nicholson bench same as Paul’s and then switched to a Roubo. I’m now considering a Shaker?

@darrelpendergast8203 Жыл бұрын

@@FranksWorkbench uh

@wilyjetset 10 ай бұрын

@@FranksWorkbench so is there less bounce than a 4” top with an apron? That seems surprising

@tengfan7598 11 ай бұрын

Just finished building my first workbench using your design and process as a guide. Mine had to be built to fit the limited space I have, and is just a touch under 2 feet by 4 feet, with a 2 1/4" thick laminated surface. I'm still in shock that I built something this sturdy! Thank you for sharing, no other video was even close to being as helpful as yours!

@FranksWorkbench 11 ай бұрын

Glad it worked well for you and thank you very much for the generosity!

@miteytuff1 Жыл бұрын

Great job! I love being able to use construction grade lumber to make beautiful furniture (or a work bench).

@alongfortheride2034 8 ай бұрын

What a great build. Amazing how professional it looks just from 2x6!

@stuffwithkids7127 Жыл бұрын

Excellent build. I plan to follow most of your plan for my build in the next two weeks. Thanks for the info!

@christophweeks7428 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic!! I will forever look at 2x6 with a new appreciation.

@donnielong1692 Жыл бұрын

Workmanship and thinking ahead are the parts i take away from this video. Sure to be reflected on my next adventure which should be a doghouse and then a big workbench for woodwork. Thank you for spending the extra time and editing and producing such valuable content.

@ranticore2 Жыл бұрын

Damn nice build. I want to get into woodworking, but don't have the space or finances for it. This makes me want to really get into it more. My Grandfather was woodworking all the way into his 70's, and the things that man made always amazed me.

@stevedsouza9843 9 ай бұрын

Nice work Frank. Great emphasis on hand tools over power tools, showing focus on skill and accuracy.

@jttasb Жыл бұрын

Very nice build and documentation, well done, look forward to doing something similar to this in the future! Thank you!

@AsTheWheelsTurn 2 ай бұрын

I built a workbench pretty much exactly like this 30 years ago and am still using it to this day. that is almost every day use as a professional woodworker. this is a good design you will not regret building it.

@spoonie11 Жыл бұрын

You make hand planing look simple. It's never been that smooth for me!

@user-ww2lc1yo9c 11 ай бұрын

Oh!

@starseeddeluxe 8 ай бұрын

Yeah this video is so unreal. Everything is done so easily, it is surreal. I have to believe that this man is one of the best woodworkers on KZfaq. I've watched hundreds of videos, and nobody has ever made the hand work look this fast.

@LimitedGunnerGM Жыл бұрын

Loving the lamination approach for the construction.

@glennwidelko 4 ай бұрын

Wow … that is an incredible work bench … and inspiring to watch a skill craftsman at work … thanks for sharing!! 🙏

@varleyfitch6544 10 ай бұрын

Really enjoyed this video. I’m getting ready to build my first workbench and I think I’m going to build it like yours. Thanks

@willembyleveldt7782 5 күн бұрын

I love your style my brother Really enjoyed watching you getting stuff done

@mfrutchey Жыл бұрын

Great video. Just getting into woodworking, and learned lots. Thanks!

@pmdinaz Жыл бұрын

For my skill level, this is great! I like Jay's bench. A lot. I like this one too. Plans purchased! Thank you!!

@michaelmastin9908 4 ай бұрын

As always great video, excellent tutorial and superb craftsmanship Frank!

@ericshayer 6 ай бұрын

It is amazing to see that most times there is a much simpler way to do things without a power tool. Very well done

@itzcaseykc 2 ай бұрын

What an awesome job you did there!

@chrishamilton-wearing3232 Жыл бұрын

How nice to see someone using hand planes. You can really hear them `sing` as you use them.

@user-fq9lq6oy5z 10 ай бұрын

You are quite the craftsman. I enjoyed watching all the detail work that others might not do, but sure made it pretty.

@johnpi314159 Жыл бұрын

Scraping that glue off the old bench was the most satisfying thing I think I've ever seen.

@roumeniordanov3767 Жыл бұрын

Perfection & precision!!! Bravo

@eyewala Жыл бұрын

Having attained an age of 60 years and that too as a professional ophthalmologist, I learnt that putting one hundred percent of your self is lovable to watch and that others can put their energies again in a composed manner and create a master piece which you rightly did

@nosnibor800 2 жыл бұрын

Truely excellent from a craftsman. I particularly like the way you did the mortice and tenons. Also the stirdy thickness of the bench top. A heavy solid work bench. Thanks.

@FranksWorkbench 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you much!

@OscarDad 6 ай бұрын

Fantastic work !! This bench is a TANK !!

@13daniel1974 Жыл бұрын

Appreciate your hand tool abilities. I like how you, also, chamfer the bottoms of your legs. That is often overlooked. Very nice bench.

@scott8351 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your finish formula.

@bkinstler 3 ай бұрын

That was a truly great build, and I admire the way you work. Lots for me to steal from.

@anthonyvilgiate6711 2 ай бұрын

beautiful work

@watermain48 Жыл бұрын

Great looking bench. Thanks for the video.

@koryjames8361 8 ай бұрын

Fantastic looking bench. Great work sir. 👍

@johnzx14rk94 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic work. Beautiful table. I am going to build the same table. You sure make it look easy.

@srikandiwarion1422 Жыл бұрын

wow such a craftsmanship!

@brandonlepage474 10 ай бұрын

Looks perfect for what I need! Plans purchased! Thank you

@TheAhmetcanization Жыл бұрын

These video's man...everything is being explained and build for people with tons of experience, knowledge and expensive equipement.

@paulmonte7642 Жыл бұрын

Incredible ! This guy is amazing... don't think Ive ever seen sharper blades

@ChathamJackTar 3 ай бұрын

Superb job. Thank you!

@monsterq6 Жыл бұрын

That looks pretty good for construction wood! Also I love that you use both hand and power tools to very good effect. Cool video

@ocuanadesigns 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. The shavings you getvoff those planes are soooo satisfying

@395er Ай бұрын

You’re an incredible craftsman, enjoyed the video.

@masonlankford6346 Жыл бұрын

I’m currently building my first workbench, I’ve probably seen every workbench build on KZfaq and this is definitely my favorite. Well done!

@FranksWorkbench Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@chadryk5 10 ай бұрын

This is outstanding work!

@charliekopp443 Жыл бұрын

Really liked this. I’m just getting into woodworking, and I really appreciate that you use hand tools and power tools. Whatever is the best tool for the job. I also appreciate you telling us exactly what glues you are using. As a neophyte, I need all the explaining you can provide! What I like most about this is you make me believe I could actually build this. I love the instant mortises created through lamination.

@starseeddeluxe 8 ай бұрын

It's a beautiful bench. But of course nobody here in the audience can actually build anything close to that. We can build it with lag bolts, and 4x4 posts, and some plywood on the top. But not many people, except professional antique furniture builders, can make something like that with a chisel and hand planes. It can be done, but the precision of this particular bench, it looks completely machine made, and laser cut. Seriously the highest build quality ever. I am inspired to build a bench now, but I'm going to try to be realistic about using conventional dado cut joints, not a hand chisel.

@stevenlengyel9701 6 ай бұрын

I like to see basic tools since I’m also just getting into woodworking the videos with the joiners and planners as well has band saws, are just to much

@shadowgarr7649 5 ай бұрын

@@starseeddeluxe Give yourself. credit for possessing talent and the ability to develop same by using hand tools to build this bench. Wager you can do this. Most mistakes made in a wood project can be corrected with a bit of thought.

@mcgannpster Жыл бұрын

Beautiful work

@WARinMYhead1 5 ай бұрын

it was a joy watching you make this! I definitely need to invest in some hand planes, you made very good use of them here. Cheers!

@Three_Dog_Gaming Жыл бұрын

I like your mixed use of power tools and non-power tools

@thomasbalka9882 3 ай бұрын

Really nice work.

@johnveglio4433 2 ай бұрын

BEAUTIFUL JOB, I WISH THAT I HAD YOUR TOOLS !!

@John3.3 8 ай бұрын

I liked your practical approach with the use of timber thats the width of your mortice & tenons,ive thought about using that system it has to be time saving, nice share.

@jonathanbolding4164 3 ай бұрын

very nicely done!

@TheDroppedAnchor Жыл бұрын

Mister, it must be tons of talent and experience to work a plane like that. Mad Respect from this metalworker.

@reaper060670 9 ай бұрын

I learned something new on this video. I've only recently begun to use Hand planes so this will be a great way to use them to get the mortices correct. I never realised this was a good way to do it.. U can tell I'm relatively new to this whole game but I love it man. Keep up the awesome content..

@user-ru7kg8dc2s Жыл бұрын

完璧な仕事ですね！

@rafaelmercado6210 2 жыл бұрын

Am so impressed with workmanship. Youve done it with ease; with the technique, It seemed so easy for you. Wish could do it myself.

@FranksWorkbench 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@lawski 8 ай бұрын

satisfying. so nice to see handmade products in this world. i would buy

@jameshammond8573 5 ай бұрын

Great job. I'll absolutely take some tips from this video today.

@sal1964 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful job

@noelgreen9381 2 жыл бұрын

Nice bench. I love how you use your hand tools. I learn a lot just watching! Thanks.

@FranksWorkbench 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@olegchubykin5206 8 ай бұрын

This is a pretty solid little workbench. While once you figure out how it comes together, it is physically Easy to assemble kzfaq.infoUgkxyFZUPFEey-PuqsPMxqaykBhgA1LWxFHh by yourself. But the diagrams explaining the steps are really pretty bad. I could not get the handle pins in all the way despite multiple attempts, so I just used a screw I had on hand for the 2nd handle. I could not get the first pin in further or pull it back out. You are supposed to hammer it in, but I had no leverage and the handle is plastic and I did not want to risk breaking it. I will get a lot of use out of the bench because of the convenient size and height. It does fold up nicely for storage. They even explain how to fold it so you don't get pinched...that is important!

@makita883 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome job..! I especially love your mortising idea on the legs… very clever. 😎👌

@FranksWorkbench 2 жыл бұрын

thanks!

@TITTIEDADDY 2 жыл бұрын

Really enjoy watching your videos!

@FranksWorkbench 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it!!

@lelandstone35 10 ай бұрын

That was awesome!

@johndavis7112 7 ай бұрын

Too nice to work on needs to be on display in a museum lol !! Great work & A big Fan

@craigjohnston5678 2 ай бұрын

Really helpful thanks. Subscribed.

@mdbizzarri Жыл бұрын

Impressed with the hearing protection, then saw no eye protection. Great video and explanation!

@skiponeill8927 2 ай бұрын

I really like the bench i need to make me some. Great video thanks Carl from Florida

@matthewsalomone3800 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful!

@HansZarkovPhD 11 ай бұрын

I made one of these in 2016 and am still using it for other projects, i butcher blocked the top so it wound up being about 3 inches thick after rounding the edges and final flattening. No faxteners, i used 3 quarter inch dowels and draw tenons to fasten. I then put a box with four drawers under it between the supports.

@ta3355 Жыл бұрын

Awesome ingenuity with the mortise and tenons! Prefabrication using precut lumber is an excellent solution when you don’t have the tools. They’ll also be just as strong and they look precise. Well done, I subscribed, and I want one!!

@Halz0holic Жыл бұрын

When you don't have tools? Dude literally used a holy trinity of jointer, planer and a contractor saw. It's cheaper to own handsaw, trim saw, mallet, jackplane and chisels.

@ThePolishChef Жыл бұрын

I liked the way you work.

@quirtdrozario856 11 ай бұрын

Marvellous build.

@19JEFFRO67 Жыл бұрын

Awesome Build Man. 💪😎

@jbratt 10 ай бұрын

30” wide sounds great! Mine is 24” and there are so many times I wish it were wider. When I saw the thumbnail of this video I thought I was looking at my own bench😀. It’s been a great bench!

@88rushrocks 8 ай бұрын

Looks good and solid

@jamesaldabo7767 11 ай бұрын

Enfin du travail manuel avec des outils à main de qualité et une excellente maîtrise artisanale Félicitations

@honkingdonk3981 24 күн бұрын

Great video!

@ordinaryguy6869 11 ай бұрын

All I can say is - You are good! That is some master woodworking.

@bene3943 2 жыл бұрын

Nice one! Really enjoyed watching.

@FranksWorkbench 2 жыл бұрын

😁 glad you liked it!

@TheSMEAC 2 жыл бұрын

That scrub plane makes things sooooo much easier 👍

@iwawibawa7642 7 ай бұрын

Amazing. Good job

@jimcooney9019 9 ай бұрын

thanks for another outstanding video

@camerongalloway4077 Жыл бұрын

Nice bench, helps having a full wood working work shop set up, not your average diy experience

@markklein437 2 жыл бұрын

First time watching and I subscribed immediately. You do a great job of making your videos. Good lighting, good camera angles, you show enough actual woodworking to keep it interesting without showing the same operation repeated ad nauseum. Your verbal description is equally stunning, Fast paced with great diction. I’m a 74 year old woodworker. Been making sawdust over 50 years now. I’ve made dental office cabinetry, kitchen cabinets, furniture, bookcases, children’s toys and literally mountains of sawdust. My barn isn’t heated so all winter long I work on designs and sharpening chiseled and planes. On the first day above 60 degrees I head out to the barn to run an oak board thru my table saw. The barn fills with the scent of freshly cut white oak and I’m in heaven.

@FranksWorkbench 2 жыл бұрын

Yes! Nothing beats the scent of fresh cut white oak! Thanks for the kind words, very glad to have you as a subscriber!!

@ceb964 2 жыл бұрын

Ditto here, 1st encounter & sub'd on the spot. Very simple, effective and no frills approach is what we all wanna see.

@makenchips Жыл бұрын

@@FranksWorkbench and no stupid music - just good video and explanation on what's happening or going to happen!

@snelgrave101 Жыл бұрын

Making sawdust, that's classic scripture Mark I'm gauna have to "borrow" that phrase, I have to disagree about the oak scent though, fresh cut pine scent does it for me it takes me back to my papa's workshop when I was very young .

@Ranger_1349 Жыл бұрын

That’s amazing dude

@jeffreyjbyron 5 ай бұрын

Looks heavy! Nice work.

@michaellee8198 Жыл бұрын

As I've already said, enjoying your style and content, so much.

@FranksWorkbench Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoy it!

@jerrystark3587 Жыл бұрын

Excellent bench design and build. 👍👍 My first benches were made of construction lumber. My main bench is made entirely of Ash, which is great. The last bench I built is made of construction lumber. If I had it to do over again, I would skip the more expensive Ash and go straight to the construction lumber, preferably Douglas Fir for the frame and Southern Yellow Pine for the top. I'd use the best parts of 2x12s that I selected as carefully as I could to weed out wind, cracks, bad knots, heavy moisture content, etc. Well done! Thanks. P.S. I have used Crubber in my bench vises for years now. It works great.

@VinceEspositoJr 2 жыл бұрын

Wow. A beauty. As a beginner to hand planes, I can't imagine flattening something as big as that bench top.

@FranksWorkbench 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks my friend! I really shouldn't have said flatten in the video, it was a poor use of words on my part. With the boards all machined and glued up with cauls to keep it flat, it was really just a matter of planning off all the glue squeeze out and cleaning up the surface after that.