All of your pieces are fine works of art. Most of my subscriptions are restorations of furniture (from painted back to natural) and start to finish projects. When you have a new post, it makes my day. There are other fine woodworking artists, but you are by far my favorite. You're also a fine teacher.
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
That's very kind of you! Thank you and I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment
@Jimbo50637 ай бұрын
Yes, please do a video on the solvent based polyurethane for walnut. Keep up the great work!
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Will do. It's actually a water based coating
@jeansaurat94123 ай бұрын
Have just come across your videos you are magician with wood! its awsome to see how you have gone from a garage to a huge workshop! cheers for the videos
@FortressFineWoodworks3 ай бұрын
Wow, that's very nice! Thanks so much, and I hope to see you back!
@WoodcraftBySuman7 ай бұрын
That laguna resaw king has lived on my bandsaw rent free for years!
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Rent free? Sheash! I charge mine
@steveturner3984 ай бұрын
The finish on this table is perfect, way too good to be left outside.
@FortressFineWoodworks4 ай бұрын
I haven't mustered up the courage to put it outside yet.... it's just too nice. Thanks!
@Maelstrom96956 ай бұрын
Thin layer of glue each side and wait until tacky. Should still see grain through the glue. No glue line and works in the field, on flat and mitred joints. I am always looking for an excuse to use my routers, my favorite, so like you, have lots of extra space to fill with templates I rarely use again. 🙂 Keep up the good work; you are my favorite go to when resting at the end of the day. I can cocktail and still woodwork!
@FortressFineWoodworks5 ай бұрын
Ya, see, everyone does it differently based on how humid their environment is and such. Thanks for taking the time to not only watch, but comment!
@jasonbissonnette23317 ай бұрын
Beautiful table and awesome video. As I have said many times before, your attention to detail is amazing. I also like how you show different methods to getting the job done and I always learn so much from your videos. All the best to Cody and if I lived closer, I would apply for that vacant position!
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
I can only assume your name is Jason from your profile name. If so, thank you Jason. I'm glad you always take the time to watch and comment, and you get information you enjoy from it. Thanks again!
@jasonbissonnette23317 ай бұрын
You assume correctly lol! You make my day every time you upload.
@erichaskell7 ай бұрын
I glue both sides and then using pipe clamps, I squeeze firmly; firmly enough that there isn't a visible junction. I'm 75 and have never had a failure with this method.
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Great to know, I hear both sides and it just seems like it's up to the user
@erichaskell7 ай бұрын
@@FortressFineWoodworks I do both sides because its like cheap insurance, if I have a holiday on one, maybe the other will save me and if it doesn't, heck I can always rip the joint and glue it again. Not that I've ever done that, of course.
@steveferguson12327 ай бұрын
The alder and the walnut is a great contrast. Would make a great little table to have your morning coffee
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
And it sure will. Thanks!
@The_Corner_WorkShop7 ай бұрын
Thank you for putting this videos together for us to enjoy and learn your fine furniture making! God bless you!
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
You are very welcome! Thank you for watching!
@TimberworksTables7 ай бұрын
Another winner. You're teaching me how to visualize and incorporate curves into my until-now straight line bases. Thank you.
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
That's always great to hear. I'm glad you are trying more things. Thanks for watching!
@01tbirds817 ай бұрын
I’ve been binge watching all of your videos. Great work and vision! If you can, you should really consider investing in a hoist/trolly. With the addition of your grabo or similar panel carrier, you can move things around way more easily and safely. It’s a matter of time before you blow your back out or bust a piece up trying to lift it by yourself like you do quite often in these videos alone. Keep the awesome videos coming!
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Thanks for binge watching! Yes I definitely agree, I will need to figure out how to lift things easier
@howardyounger54567 ай бұрын
I only glue one side also. I like to sand to 220 normally. I have noticed you know a lot about finishing your projects. that is the hardest part of the job for me. I've tried some of the hard wax oils they are easy to use. but i feel they offer little protection. so I have went back to lacor or polyethene. i put on a lot of coats. I live in Colorado also. love your videos. thanks
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Ya, the finishes I use adhere best to 150 grit. And the festool sander makes a fine finish with 150. I think you should use the products that make you happy in the end.
@cliffkelly76137 ай бұрын
Time stamp 10:24. You said "Doo Doo". haha. Anywho, great work as always. love the high quality content!
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Shit... I guess I did.
@coolabahwoodworking7 ай бұрын
Uuuuf what a table base! Loving the design. Beautiful! Fantastic video mate!
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Thank you a ton! I appreciate your feedback
@warrenbarnes66297 ай бұрын
I recently discovered your channel and enjoy the way you cover your project videos. You do beautiful work! I work primarily in air dried walnut and have been honing in on your finishing methods such as your grain filling techniques you used in a couple of your videos and the finishes you use. I love the look of freshly finished walnut, but hate how it mellows yellow over time, so I'm trying to find ways to prolong the "new cut walnut" look. Sounds like you used a new finish in this video, so yes I would love to see a video on it.
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
That's awesome! Walnut is amazing! I didn't use the new waterbased finish in this video, it was imrons solvent acrylic urethane. The new finish will be in a future video
@inmyimage10817 ай бұрын
Looks great and of course I’m interested in seeing video about the finish.
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Okay great! Thanks
@JAT199337 ай бұрын
The glue on both sides is just a question of pressure.
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
I think, when you put glue on the surface of wood, there's a thin layer that gels on the surface of the wood. Then when you pressurize it, you can't squeeze that gelled glue out. Just my opinion though. Thanks for watching!
@Hichamhasan7 ай бұрын
Best luck for Cody
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
He will find his passion! Thanks!
@stlwoodworking7 ай бұрын
Nailed it again brother.
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Thanks bro. I appreciate you watching
@Mike-dy8bq7 ай бұрын
Very nice piece of work sir. You really have a talent for what you do and it doesn't go unnoticed.
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
I appreciate that! Your viewership is important to me so thank you
@Woodworking175 ай бұрын
Your work is brilliant.
@FortressFineWoodworks5 ай бұрын
That's very kind, thanks for watching!
@TheRealDill937 ай бұрын
Man what an inspiration. Beautiful
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
What an honor. Thank you
@tmitch457 ай бұрын
I really like this. The natural colours of the wood work so well with your painted base. Where do you get your branded medallions from
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Thank you, I'm glad you like it! I get them from coinsforanything.com
@tmitch457 ай бұрын
@@FortressFineWoodworks thanks for the link. I've got to say your work is really inspiring me! are you on instagram so we can connect and chat?
@FortressFineWoodworks6 ай бұрын
Im not on instagram but I have a Fortress Facebook page. Either go to Fortress Fine Woodworks on facebook or use this link facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093061533559
@frankrusso56897 ай бұрын
Beautiful end product, I love all the character of the wood. Please provide info on finish performance.
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
I sure will. Thank you!
@DStephens24887 ай бұрын
I see the views going up and up! Well deserved!
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Yes! I'm so thankful! I appreciate you being along for the ride!
@henridejong20137 ай бұрын
Old table vs new table... Hmmm... That is a tough one. The unique caracter of the old table is nearly impossible to beat offcourse, but in the end i think you all did succeed in yet another great build👍
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Sheesh, I almost thought you liked the beautiful old table! Thanks!
@jimrosson67027 ай бұрын
Great job the table looks amazing
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! I appreciate you watching!
@Ham682297 ай бұрын
New subscriber, yes, you're absolutely correct. Tis why it's called, "each their own".
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Thank you for the sub! I appreciate you watching, very much!
@robintaylor-mockingeemill82237 ай бұрын
I think I would have made the top and bottom curves in one piece to add some flow to the base .Just one opinion .
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Yeah I agree that could look really good
@jannamarie39904 ай бұрын
Really beautiful ❤ love that base
@FortressFineWoodworks4 ай бұрын
Thanks so much!
@heystarfish1007 ай бұрын
I’ll be watching for when you leave that table outside because I want to come and steal it! 🤠
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Oh shit... I didn't even think of that! Ya thief!
@heystarfish1007 ай бұрын
@@FortressFineWoodworks 🤣🤣🤣
@JoelSilvaraci20-09-BH7 ай бұрын
Amazing . congratulations and thanks for this so satisfying video
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
My pleasure. Thanks for watching!
@janetpersons80307 ай бұрын
Th at table is just luscious I want it but can’t afford it Fantastic
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Thank you. Thanks for watching!
@davidm26457 ай бұрын
I enjoyed the build. Reminds me of a small table I built for my wife's chicken stuff with the inlays - I almost chickened out on that part. I noticed you use the pilot drill - the one with the gold colored base. I just bought one - have not used it yet. How do you like yours?
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
I like my countersink. It cuts fast and never seems to dull. It does make marks on soft surfaces, but that's all
@matthewpeterson33297 ай бұрын
Great job!
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Thank you! I appreciate it!
@yeshwantkulkarni21667 ай бұрын
Oh, wow Simply outstandingly Excellant No words to express the class of Excellance
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Wow, thank you! That's very nice of you. Thanks for watching!
@Jo-xg6rk7 ай бұрын
Awesome work 👍
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Thanks ✌️
@cpteem10416 ай бұрын
Came in for a QUICK peek at your video..that was 3 videos ago...an addictive watch..be careful!😂🎉🎉🎉🎉
@FortressFineWoodworks5 ай бұрын
That's amazing to hear! Thanks for watching multiples!
@hullabaloo-hcd4 ай бұрын
❤
@FortressFineWoodworks4 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@SleeperHoundDesign7 ай бұрын
Phenomenal work. Really great job.
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@paulhopkins19057 ай бұрын
I will never buy another Laguna product. Their customer service is the worst of any I have ever experienced.
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
I'm sorry you had that experience. Nordfab is the worst I've ever experienced
@MASI_forging7 ай бұрын
Really great work 🥰🥰
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
I'm glad you like it! Much appreciation!
@JayAdams-zz2th7 ай бұрын
I know it’s simple for you but how did you find the square angle with the framing square. That still seems more complicated to me. You of course make it look easy and i am probably an idiot but I would love to know how you do that. Great videos. My new favorite channel
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
I put the point of the square on the center pivot mark that I used with the compass, then mark each outside edge of the square where it crosses the template. Thanks for watching
@JayAdams-zz2th7 ай бұрын
Thanks so much. I am working with a large 16’ diameter so I guess I will have to fabricate a larger square. Great videos
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Gotcha, that's a big square. If it were me I would rely on math then. It's too hard to explain though
@tomleed28187 ай бұрын
Great job. Where did you acquire your Fortress medallions,?
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Thanks! Coinsforanything.com
@dmitriys39837 ай бұрын
Fantastic job ! What sprayer do you use to spray paint and finish ?
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Thank you! I use a graco x7 airless with 308 fflp tip for water based. And an apollo Atomizer hvlp gun with a high solids tip for solvent finishes
@mstreich7 ай бұрын
Do you coat your cauls with anything to keep them from becoming glued to the table? I always put some wax paper around them. 4:26
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Yes I wax them every once in awhile
@VadimGlazov7 ай бұрын
Adidas table!
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@sps12347 ай бұрын
No dust mask while sanding ?
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Not with festools dust collection. It's beyond amazing!
@sps12347 ай бұрын
I normally wear the dust mask when using Festool RO, but if you don't, fair enough. But no mask at the spindle sander at 6:40. Mask at 8:40 at belt sander ?
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
I'll agree, the belt sander was a moment where I should've warn a mask.
@nyahleeruiz36417 ай бұрын
❤Absolutely Beautiful
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
I'm glad you like it! Thanks for watching!
@_FullerFYI7 ай бұрын
Looks like a 1979 Gretsch Committee. Sexy.
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
Haha sweet! Thank you
@mattelias7217 ай бұрын
That table ought to withstand the death of the sun someday, nice job. Also, you don't have a hair on your a$$ if you don't take the old table and attempt to sell it as an "art piece... making a statement... about..." well, something. I also only glue half the joint, and cringe when other folks on YT slather glue and then proceed to squeeze out more than is left in the joint. Seems wasteful, and would have to add a lot of sanding and clean up. I've found that even wiping off glue with a wet rag will sometimes leave a spot in finishes.
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
You know your shit Matt. Glue on both sides is just way too much glue. Cody is a little messy though. Thanks for taking the time to comment!
@did4h2k7 ай бұрын
am i the only one disliking those "1850ies railroad themed tablelegs"? amazing craftsmanship, just not my style..... feels too heavy
@FortressFineWoodworks7 ай бұрын
I appreciate your opinion. I actually forgot to mention why I made it so girthy. Thin wood doesn't fair very well outside, so in the event that I expose it to weather, I need the heavy base to withstand those elements