Tommy's Trade Secrets - How to Build a Workbench

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Learn how to build a wooden workbench with Trade Secrets.

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@mistacadogan 8 жыл бұрын

This is by far one of the best workbench build videos that i've come across. Simple, no nonsense, affordable and to the point!..........Cheers Tommy!

@TommysYardchannel 8 жыл бұрын

+mistacadogan Thank you for your continued support keep your eyes peeled for new videos coming soon

@oscarcrisanto3072 8 жыл бұрын

+mistacadogan Definitely no nonsense, no measuring and making math like crazy like other videos and in short I've learn a lot in a simple video like this one and the best part... simple tools that I actually have in hand... awesome video....!!

@kym393 7 жыл бұрын

I followed your design but made it a lot bigger, but now I can't get it out of the bathroom??

@karthikragunaths 9 жыл бұрын

This is one of the best I've seen so far.. I've been looking around for ideas on how to go about to make a workbench. You've used no machine tools, no saw's no routers no planers no sanders and nothing.... just sand papers, a manual saw.. and driller and the impact driver, and yet the workbench as I could see is sturdy and simple and perfect...

@barbarag1638 9 жыл бұрын

Finally a video that shows how to make a workbench without expensive tools and another workbench to use! This is the only video I found like it.

@sweetjennigirl56 11 жыл бұрын

Again GREAT VIDEO Here in the US we have 4x8 plywood. I would make mine 8 feet long and use 3/4 doubled smooth top plywood for the top, laying the first one down and using a lot of screws to add strength and some rigidity. The top layer of plywood I would screw from underneath and then I would laminate a white fiberboard top to it to keep the top smooth and screw free and easier to clean or sanded and stained and urethaned it. It also makes the top easier to replace Thank you for a GREAT video

@benbowman337 11 жыл бұрын

One of the better "how to" videos I've seen on KZfaq. No "umm"s, or "ahh"s, just straight to the point info. Well done. Looking forward to more videos.

@mrsillywalk 11 жыл бұрын

A pleasure to watch a fellow speed freak at work.Also it is nice to know that someone can still use a hand saw.

@TheCrackentone 7 жыл бұрын

No babbling on their videos..straight to the point. Best on youtube.

@Djrmc868Blogspot 10 жыл бұрын

The best workbench video on youtube hands down.

@COPYKATTZ28 11 жыл бұрын

Really? I can't believe I just watched the whole thing. You make it look so easy. The contractors I hire are so challenged. This would be an all day project for them. You inspire me and I am going to try.

@treborice 11 жыл бұрын

i like the way you simplified the video - thus making the instruction more fun to watch, more effective.. thanks for this effort, nice guy!

@TheBeats4ya 7 жыл бұрын

My goodness, i feel like I've taken to school!! Can't tell you how great this video is for someone like me getting back into woodworking and needing a basic bench.

@dimascuevas5834 7 жыл бұрын

Great job Tommy. I agree this is the best video yet on how to make a work bench. Simple, strong, and straight to the point. You got yourself another subscriber.

@larsivarhordnes182 7 жыл бұрын

hi, I tried to follow your advice to let the saw do the work. But nothing seem to happen.

@mntman603 11 жыл бұрын

Hey you have given me a valuable skill that i can use to build me Loft bed. Thanks to ya M8. The construction of this bench gives me a strong list of skills and ideas to build me a sturdy and safe loft bed all the way around. Thank you.

@ajmacintyre 11 жыл бұрын

Wow Thank You for showing this. Looks to be a well built bench unlike a lot of the ones I have seen made.

@renx99 11 жыл бұрын

This is has got to be the most practical workbench design i've seen. It's very straight forward. While this might not be the ideal workbench for "fine" woodworking, it's got all you need to get started, you can always build your fancy bench later when you got the skill and experience. Also this is a great design for just a general workshop table.

@neilharrison896 7 жыл бұрын

When I told my wife I'm was going to make a work bench for the new workshed, she said I would never manage it. I showed her the video and she reckoned even she could do it!One of the keys to success is to plan all the required lengths and get the timber yard to cut them as you get good square cuts. Whilst it may have only taken 20 mins for Tommy it took me 5 hrs, but then I'm no tradesman. In the end it looked great and was really sturdy. I'm chuffed to bits and I certainly earned some brownie points from Mrs H.......Thank you Tommy - keep up the good work

@neilharrison896 7 жыл бұрын

The measurements depend on the size you wish to make your bench. In the video Tommy makes a bench 1800mm long x 800mm wide x 900m tall. I made mine to fit a space at 1800mm long x 600mm wide x 900mm tallso the measurements I needed would have been different to the video. I also added a "splash back " around the back and one side. Finally I did not use the same size timbers as they were not available in my local DIY shop. I used 45mm x 90mm for the legs, 45mm x 70mm for the top frame and 20mm x 145mm for the top and side bracings. Remember these are planed (actual) dimensions not nominal sizes.For the video size, using the timber sizes I bought (which were plenty strong enough for my use) you would need the following lengths:1. 4 off legs at 45 x 95 x 880mm2. 2 off long lengths for top frame 45 x 70 x 18003. 4 off ( 2 for ends and 2 intermediates) short lengths for top frame 45 x 70 x 5104. 7 off (for the table top) 20 x 145 x 1880 - this will give an overhang of 72.5mm on the long side and 40mm on short side, assuming a gap of 5mm between planks.5. 1 off (for the long bracing attached to legs) 20 x 45 x 1750 6. 2 off (for the short bracings attached to legs) 20 x 45 x 510This is one example of many, the actual measurements will depend on the size you want to make the bench and the size of the timbers available to you locally. Good luck in your endeavours.

@carlperkins2004 8 жыл бұрын

Andy, the best workbench video I have seen. A pleasure to see a master at work. You built that very fast and accurate. Impressive. This is the design I am going to use to build my first workbench. Thank you, Andy.

@brianmorris8045 8 жыл бұрын

I like your methodical attitude to your work...a true tradie.

@jimlawlor6789 7 жыл бұрын

Best video on making a workbench. Simple and straightforward.

@Leodis.Leather 11 жыл бұрын

The gentleman in this video works faster than any workman I've ever had round my house!!! Seriously though they're very useful videos these thank you :)

@trishvanderpool 10 жыл бұрын

This video was so helpful. Very detailed and informative. Camera caught everything needed. Thanks!!!

@TheClingman 10 жыл бұрын

Finally a tutorial that actually uses metric system

@RichardVelasco09 8 жыл бұрын

I'm a rookie when it comes to projects like these and I followed along perfectly even from America :) - what I wished the video had were specific number of pieces of wood for rookies like me - had to convert from Centimeters to Inches but all in all this video worked perfectly for me. I love the bench - I added a bottom storage after to place my circular saw - truly happy I found this video - THANK YOU!

@TommysYardchannel 8 жыл бұрын

+Richard Velasco Brilliant glad we could help you keep watching for more videos :)

@TheSaint600 7 жыл бұрын

Excellent video - no messing about- straight to the point. Love these videos! I used 2X half inch ply for the table top.

@Panzervagon 9 жыл бұрын

One of the best videos I've seen on making a workbench, thanks man!

@mikeburditt7360 9 жыл бұрын

All round excellent video, a good summary of the tools you need at the start of the video, clear and understandable presenter, work by the video camera stable, and a beautiful bench. Thanks for taking the time to put the video on.

@TheEmagmind 11 жыл бұрын

This is exactly what I needed to help me get started. Amazingly presented. Simple tools. Thank you!

@GaryDrumm 9 жыл бұрын

This has to be the nicest work table I've ever seen. Thanks for the video.

@gilelicyd 8 жыл бұрын

Great straight to the point. and moves along at a good fast pace.

@Raised_by_God 9 жыл бұрын

this is the best work bench instructions I found on the internet, mine came out awesome. thank you Tommy!

@RubbinRobbin 9 жыл бұрын

This guy is a born teacher.

@Harles74 8 жыл бұрын

Amazing tutorial. Really skilled guy...

@jrod3260 9 жыл бұрын

Great video Tom, i liked how you started from brginning to end, actually showing how its done. Thank you for posting.

@RobertTapia 11 жыл бұрын

Best workbench video. Straight to the point, no bullshite about it... top rated.

@UniqAssassin 9 жыл бұрын

I watched this with much joy! Learned a thing or two on building with wood! Thank you!!

@MichaelDavis-nn5yj 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you for showing. Great work bench. Take care Michael.

@dandaniel5225 7 жыл бұрын

It never fails. I watch one of Tommy's videos and a couple of times along the way he (Andy in this case) gives some simple yet totally "oh crap, that is genius" tip that makes me shake my head and I go flying to my note pad to jot down notes for the weekend. Totally boss channel.

@ytSuns26 9 жыл бұрын

Wow this guy really moves and gets things done . Great work bench quick.

@tigermoth3194 9 жыл бұрын

Top job, Andy. Simple but sturdy work bench.

@tmdanielk728 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video. Well explained and demonstrated. Great tips and attention to possible pitfalls and how to avoid them. Keep making many more vids.

@ceramicsoapdish 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much for sharing this how-to! I'm going to build a bench or two using your exact instructions. The bench looks very sturdy, yet easy to build. Two thumbs-up!

@BAK87 11 жыл бұрын

That's one straight down to the business video, you sir are The MAN!

@mattgreep2014 11 жыл бұрын

Excellent tutorial, just curios why you left the spacings between the top timbers?

@ken4334 10 жыл бұрын

Very nice work,quick and easy,beats waiting time on all the flashy joints.Thank you this will be my next project.

@Itsmaditime 9 жыл бұрын

this is the best, easiest and quickest work bench I've ever seen. No clamps, power tools, or additional support. Thanks for the video. When will you have the new site updated to have this work plans? Very impressive. Thanks so much!!

@Drjdev 11 жыл бұрын

thank you for the inspiration, this will be my first woodworking project!

@superjockstick 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video. It is the best how to I have ever seen on a workbench.

@sreejitghosh4629 7 жыл бұрын

the simplest and best, I have been following some woodworking channels, but they tend to use more power tools, as a newbie to woodworking, this video has been very useful.

@charliefroehlich518 8 жыл бұрын

This video helped a lot. Will be building one in the next few weeks. Much better then a lot of other videos I watched.

@luminahart9876 10 жыл бұрын

Great video, fast and simple. I need to build a stonemason bench and this is absolutely ideal. Thank you!

@skipratuk 10 жыл бұрын

Fantastic tutorial, Made my first bench today. keep up the good work

@richardsoncampos3446 8 жыл бұрын

the best workbench video ever! thank you a lot!

@TommysYardchannel 8 жыл бұрын

+Richardson Campos Thank you

@ian0802 7 жыл бұрын

Simple. Easy stages. Brilliant. Thanks

@paulprs9703 8 жыл бұрын

Really good stuff on here I'm going to build one for my shed so picked up some great tips many thanks Paul

@qazzaq3421 8 жыл бұрын

very nice , without expensive machines and right to the point, nice one mate, topman

@michaelmoore2950 11 жыл бұрын

Andy, this was very helpful.Thank you!

@scottmclean4237 8 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, very clear and experienced demonstrater.

@lasarith2 8 жыл бұрын

Great the placement of the Screws, was the last thing I needed to work out, this helps me immensely 🙂👍

@MildlyCurious 8 жыл бұрын

GREAT JOB! simple and efficient!

@marcboyle4950 8 жыл бұрын

Amazing! I want to make a coffee counter unit, but will use these principles! Very sound! Thanks a lot

@Verycelticlady1 11 жыл бұрын

I LOVED this video.... Perfect step-by-step for a great, simple workbench!! I am going to subscribe asap and I'm looking forward to watching more of your videos!!

@johnbrowniv 9 жыл бұрын

Very helpful and professionally produced video. Thank you sir! I see my next project coming up.

@mattrek36 8 жыл бұрын

Just what I was looking for, nice and simple, no need to expensive equipment , cheers fella.

@zarafiq 11 жыл бұрын

Great vid! Two questions: why did you install cross-members longer edge horizontally? And why leave the gaps between top timbers?

@ahmedsayedmakhlouf3708 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks great video, very good demonstration, simple and clear. Again many thanks.

@mrdee1986 7 жыл бұрын

well I now know what I am doing in the garage on Saturday morning, thanks a lot it should last for years

@M2dScientist 9 жыл бұрын

Best video on how to build a workbench on you tube!

@colinwilkes4329 8 жыл бұрын

Very easy to follow and straight forward

@scottmclean4237 8 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, very clear and experienced demonstrater. keep it up

@mitaka3591 10 жыл бұрын

Very simple and neat.Good work !

@MohammadWassef 8 жыл бұрын

simple , doable & right to the point , thankssssss

@carlgreen2721 11 жыл бұрын

Great video...helped me massively to build my workbench for a fraction of the price it would cost to be made and is a brilliant help!!! Thanks alot!!

@joebeaman668 9 жыл бұрын

This is an excellent, easy design. I'm going to make this!!!

@correocasa3 11 жыл бұрын

fantastic amazing beautiful !!! you made it look easy! Cheers and thank you!

@georgedurakis9536 7 жыл бұрын

Bravo great job !!!! He continued to teach us ........!!!!

@garethrayer4836 8 жыл бұрын

nice concise video, so much so only went and built one for myself!

@J5X7 7 жыл бұрын

Cheers Tommy, great video!

@merrymick 7 жыл бұрын

Great video. You have given me confidence to make one myself! Thanks

@CRMckenzie2810 11 жыл бұрын

I'm a Joiner and have used Irwin Jack plus saws for quite a while now. No complaints, if all you want is a general wood saw.

@djrudyrue2 11 жыл бұрын

superb tutorial .. best i've seen so far!

@mattwilliams303 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tommy going to build one this weekend.

@voodoomelons 12 жыл бұрын

Simple but very effective, nice job!

@moonblink 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andy(TTS). I want to go build one right now!

@rakeshgorantyal2006 8 жыл бұрын

You are awesome... to the point.. superfast and perfect

@MOSTAFA131160 8 жыл бұрын

Great video, and Excellent work

@MadManEtv 9 жыл бұрын

Fair play that bloke sure does fly through a build. And does a great job!

@johnbarryhodge1612 9 жыл бұрын

i give you full marks. i have learnt a lot just seeing you videos. well done

@Marci36617 7 жыл бұрын

Simple enough. Great video.

@DianHalliddy21 10 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video very clear thanks .

@AlanR8756 9 жыл бұрын

nice job very clear and easy instructions

@jworrin 12 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. You make it look way too easy!

@diglar 9 жыл бұрын

Brilliant cheers Tommy

@jasperdevoijs5774 9 жыл бұрын

You make this look way to easy...good job.

@onlysadi 10 жыл бұрын

thanks for the good work tommy

@condensermike 7 жыл бұрын

Nice, clean bench. I'll be making this one.

@Tote1883gas 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Just what i was looking for, Making mine tomorrow!!

@siwhittle2268 8 жыл бұрын

lovely work bench

@putatosquared 11 жыл бұрын

Really helpful and gave me some great ideas. Thanks