In this episode of the Crafted Workshop renovation, I spray paint on the plywood walls in the shop and start getting the shop organized with some shop storage projects! Lumber racks, pallet racks, and French cleat walls, oh my!
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Learn how to build this DIY mobile miter saw stand, complete with wheels and an extension wing, and it's way better than a jobsite miter saw stand!
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Learn how to build a table saw cross cut sled, complete with a t-track stop block and hold downs plus a custom DUST COLLECTION hood! A cross-cut sled is one of the ultimate table saw jigs, allowing you to safely cut long parts to length.
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Learn how to add a t-track stop block to your miter saw station, plus covers for your dust collection hood and a zero clearance insert plate! These upgrades to my miter saw station have been a long time coming!
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Learn how to build an awesome router table, complete with a custom cabinet with bit storage, cast iron top, dust collection, and a POWER FEEDER! This is an easy DIY project and will be one of the most used tools in your shop!
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Learn how to build the ULTIMATE workbench, miter saw station, and outfeed table combo for your garage workshop! This workbench is the perfect all-in-one unit for any small shop, with tons of storage, work holding, and it's mobile!
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Learn how to build a simple 2x4 mobile workbench base and drill charging station, perfect for getting your garage shop storage dialed in!
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Learn how to build simple, cheap garage storage shelves that use the wasted space above your garage door! Reclaim your garage with this easy weekend woodworking project. Gotta make some room for that Tesla Cybertruck 😜
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In this video and post, I'll show you how to build this simple but functional outfeed table, assembly table, or workbench (or all three!) with an MFT-style top full of dog holes!
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I set up a fully automated dust collection system in my new shop using iVac blast gates, the new Clearvue EF5 dust collector, and Nordfab duct work! Shop tour video next week, so stay tuned!
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In this last part of the shop build series, I'll show you how we installed the doors, trim, and got my tools moved into the new shop!
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I built 9 of these simple DIY acoustic panels for the new workshop to reduce echo and absorb sound! They are a simple DIY project and can be built for a little as $20 each, way cheaper than commercial versions.
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In part 3 of my shop build series, I'll show you how I installed drywall, including taping and mudding, as well as the plywood walls and fiber cement panels in the shop area.
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In part 2 of my shop build series, I'll walk you through the rough-in electrical wiring, installing LED shop lighting, and adding soundproofing insulation.
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In part 1 of my shop build series, I'll walk you through framing out the walls, doors & office in my new workshop!
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I know I want to do more with my Inventables X-Carve this year, so I added a bunch of upgrades to the machine, including Rockler t-track for better clamping and workholding, as well as a raised X-axis and brand new Z-axis. With these new upgrades, I can cut pieces up to 4 inches thick on the X-Carve, at speeds I was previously unable to achieve!
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My metalworking shop has always been a bit of a mess, but it had gotten REALLY bad lately. I went back to the drawing board and gave that side of the shop a complete makeover, reorganizing it and optimizing the tool layout and workflow.
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This live edge axe throwing target is definitely among the most ridiculous projects I've built, but it was also super fun. While I don't expect most of you are going to build one of these, there are still a ton of woodworking techniques in this video that would apply to all kinds of different builds. Enjoy!
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I built this DIY flip top tool stand and workstation based on plans from my buddy Brad at Fix This Build That. This stand holds my oscillating belt sander and hollow chisel mortiser, but it's great for almost any bench top tool, including lunchbox planers, sanders, drill presses, etc.
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In this video, I go over how I sharpen my woodworking hand tools, like my chisels and plane irons, using the Veritas honing guide, a combination of DMT diamond plates and a leather strop. This system results in a razor sharp edge that is easy to touch up so you can keep working.
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