I love what you did here! At 61 years old, I really appreciate not having to bend over to water and tend to plants. It's a fabulous design. Could you do a video, a tour of all your plants? I am sure we would all love to see them and it would be a great way for you to keep track of the growth of your trees if you did the tours like once a year or so.
You can also get a bit of string or wire between small gap between the planks to tie any pots to the bench if you feel they might blow over . Looks great
No Adam, you are not a carpenter ... but you envisioned it, planned it, organized materials, experimented with tools ... AND BUILT IT! Excellent! Such a massive improvement over cluttered stuff on the floor. You can even put more storage shelving underneath. a tarp or old mini blinds along the front the block of the visual of clutter even more. That'll make the landlord happy too!
Omg this was such a great video. I mean, building a bench isn' hard. But turning it into a multifunctional bonsai space is such a great idea!! Great video, and can we PLEASE have an update on your tree collection? 👉🏻👈🏻
A few years ago I made a rather complicated bench. I intended to make one early this year but didn’t. Now I am glad I waited. I really like your design Adam!
I love that Haws watering can. After seeing how much Nigel S. liked his I wanted to give it a try. Two years ago every place online was sold out and it seemed that the particular model had been discontinued. Luckily after a few months of searching I found a place in Canada that was selling them but I had to pay extra for International shipping (Living in U.S.) but after getting the watering can I realized it really is as nice as Nigel says it is and was worth it. Glad to see Haws is still making them as I have seen a few new places online selling them again and buying a backup can is tempting, or 2.
Thank you! I have been over thinking the shelf's and you put it in a better perspective! My wife and I enjoy your videos and enthusiasm. We watch you, Nigel, and Peter Chan.
Hi Adam, saw this video when it got out, but now I want to make a bench. So your video inspired me. Do you have anything in mind, you would have done differently after almost 8 months of using it ? Still happy with it or already have made any improvements ? I ordered cinder blocks and similar wooden planks and planning on making it into a bench in a couple of days. Thank you for the inspiration and advice 🙏🍀
You can certainly tell your not a builder 😂 but the end result will do ya nicely bud great job 👍 really love your recording and editing skills 👍 wish my videos came out as good as yours 😊👍
Plan on doing something similar for my trees im honestly really excited to see what this hobby does for my outlook on alot of things (as well as help with my ability to be patient) 😂
Love this! I have a similar video that I am busy editing. It is just taking me a bit longer than I expected May all your trees grow and be super happy on their new bench 🌳🌱
I would treat the cut ends of your decking boards with end grain seal, other wise rot will get into the exposed untreated centre of the boards. Various companies manufacture it. Made my staging with the same materials 18 years ago. I give it a coating of decking stain each year. This year I stripped the build up back to the original surface and retreated it.
Love this! Ive used metal racks to help display but keep running into the problem of adequate light. This looks nice and more of a display than storage (mine 😂)
Currently I have a budget friendly bench of pressure treated 2x6 boards stretched across 2 saw horses, and a low raised step bench made of 4 blocks standing up and 2 laying down with an oak wood pallet I cut in half (half on top step and half on the lower step). Very low to the ground but keeps the plants off the ground and a little easier to take care of. Also fits perfectly in a small area next to my shed door.
Good to see how you approached building this bench. Recently I have been thinking about building a small outdoor bench for my trees so this video post was perfect timing! Thanks for sharing.
That’s an awesome bench! Great work, thank you for sharing your process! It’s inspiring me and gives me some great ideas on how I could build a bench for myself in the coming weeks!
Hi Adam. Great video, thanks for the insight. Your boxes of substrate - have you made ventilation holes in the boxes? Do you find anything in the boxes grows? As mould from condensation, or weeds? Cheers, Louis.
Hi Adam! i purchased 21 cinder blocks from home depot yesterday. my decking boards will be delivered tomorrow. i will let you know how it goes. i am customizing the build to suit my needs and situation. i appreciate the simplicity and versatility of your design. i am not "handy" at all , but you inspired me to try something new
thats not a bad price for each of those adam. i was just talking to my old lady the other day about these type of benches. i need to replace my old table with the mdf top thats not going to make it long out doors lol. thanks! now i can show here this video and she can see what i meant
@@notionbonsai hmm, I was thinking maybe set the shelf against the railing, wouldnt risk the weight of the concrete blocks there, as for now, I have some plastic shelfbox that is meant to be for storage or something like that, it is quite decent, but it limits the height of the trees
does the wood rot easily? especially with continuous watering maybe moss will grow and so on I think galvanized iron is more sturdy but to save costs the board can be an option good job friend👍
Hello Notion Bonsai, Seen few videos of yours as they came in recommendations. I noticed that Some of the trees look more older than you ! How's that ? are those you got from shops Or inherited from someone !
I love what you did here! At 61 years old, I really appreciate not having to bend over to water and tend to plants. It's a fabulous design. Could you do a video, a tour of all your plants? I am sure we would all love to see them and it would be a great way for you to keep track of the growth of your trees if you did the tours like once a year or so.
Adam, you clearly enjoy bonsai, it shows on your face. I can't help but smile just watching your enthusiasm. Love the benches.
Aw thank you Mary 🤗🌳♥ I do love it!
You can also get a bit of string or wire between small gap between the planks to tie any pots to the bench if you feel they might blow over . Looks great
Nice! Thanks for that tip! 😁
Thanks, I could run irrigation in that gap.
No Adam, you are not a carpenter ... but you envisioned it, planned it, organized materials, experimented with tools ... AND BUILT IT!
Excellent! Such a massive improvement over cluttered stuff on the floor. You can even put more storage shelving underneath. a tarp or old mini blinds along the front the block of the visual of clutter even more.
That'll make the landlord happy too!
Omg this was such a great video. I mean, building a bench isn' hard. But turning it into a multifunctional bonsai space is such a great idea!!
Great video, and can we PLEASE have an update on your tree collection? 👉🏻👈🏻
What a nice person!
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A few years ago I made a rather complicated bench. I intended to make one early this year but didn’t. Now I am glad I waited. I really like your design Adam!
Well made. The video as well as the bench.
Brilliant little set of display benches and should make your life easier. I do love that rose Adam :)
Thank you Xavier! 🤗🌹🌳
I love that Haws watering can. After seeing how much Nigel S. liked his I wanted to give it a try. Two years ago every place online was sold out and it seemed that the particular model had been discontinued. Luckily after a few months of searching I found a place in Canada that was selling them but I had to pay extra for International shipping (Living in U.S.) but after getting the watering can I realized it really is as nice as Nigel says it is and was worth it. Glad to see Haws is still making them as I have seen a few new places online selling them again and buying a backup can is tempting, or 2.
Thank you! I have been over thinking the shelf's and you put it in a better perspective! My wife and I enjoy your videos and enthusiasm. We watch you, Nigel, and Peter Chan.
Awe nice! I love Peter and Nigel's videos too!! 🤗Good luck with your Bonsai bench!
Awesome Adam, great benches and watering can!!!
Thanks Nigel! The watering can is the perfect size!!
love it. you should slap a bit of paint on those blocks though. they'd look really smart
Thanks Adam! I did consider it! Though I like the workbench look of the blocks as they are 🤗(Over time the paint may flake off too)
Hi Adam, saw this video when it got out, but now I want to make a bench. So your video inspired me. Do you have anything in mind, you would have done differently after almost 8 months of using it ? Still happy with it or already have made any improvements ? I ordered cinder blocks and similar wooden planks and planning on making it into a bench in a couple of days. Thank you for the inspiration and advice 🙏🍀
You’re doing great!! Can’t wait to see how your Bonsai art grows.
Thanks so much! I will always be learning 😄🪴
Nice build I never thought of that I will definitely keep it in mind I would plant some ferns in the hole's of the bricks just because it's me hahaha
Thanks DJ! Ohh cool idea! I'd rather have the storage though 😋
Thanks!
You can certainly tell your not a builder 😂 but the end result will do ya nicely bud great job 👍 really love your recording and editing skills 👍 wish my videos came out as good as yours 😊👍
What a really fantastic video, I love the bench!
Fantastic thank you , i did it and its great for my bonsai 😊 , Jem
Great job Adam, some good ideas re storage and good to hear the view perspective too.
Great job
Plan on doing something similar for my trees im honestly really excited to see what this hobby does for my outlook on alot of things (as well as help with my ability to be patient) 😂
Ah nice one! I'm sure you could make one better than mine!
Love this! I have a similar video that I am busy editing. It is just taking me a bit longer than I expected May all your trees grow and be super happy on their new bench 🌳🌱
A couple of tips on bench growing. Change trees weekly and rotate so nothing gets used to being against a wall. Keep growing.xx
Thanks Matthew! Looking forward to your video also!! 🤗🌳
Looks nice! A coat of exterior varnish, boiled lindseed oil or simmilar would help to protect the wood even further
Looks awesome man!!!
Thanks very much man!! 🤗🌳♥
💯💯💯💯💯 😊 I love it
Thanks!!
Nice work Adam! Much better now they are off the ground! Everything is looking really great this season. Thanks!
looks great! wishing i had the space. those little pots in the blocks themselves are so cool
Great job ! I have to put a no more order as I’m out of room !
Good organization and the plants look beautiful. Enjoy.👌
Bellissimo .... Ottimo meraviglioso ❤❤❤❤❤❤
Very good i like the idea🙂
Very efficient use of that space. Well done.
Thanks very much man!
Job well done, adam. looks great 👍 👌
Thanks Michael! 🤗
A very well done job mate looks great 👍🏼
Thanks Harry! 🤗
Thanks
Hey Steve! Thank you so much for your support 😄🌳❤️
Awesome display. Nice job sir. Keep the updates coming.
Thanks very much Michael! 🤗
Cara Membuat Bangku Bonsai
Thank you my friend
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Great job Adam! Definitely you will enjoy your trees up on a shelf. 👍
Thanks Cher! 🙂
Magnifique ❤merci
Merci!!
Nice work ❤
Thank you 🙂
Nice one Adam!! Great video!
Thank you very much Matthew 🤗
Great job Adam I done the same thing myself
Aw nice one Fred!
I would treat the cut ends of your decking boards with end grain seal, other wise rot will get into the exposed untreated centre of the boards. Various companies manufacture it. Made my staging with the same materials 18 years ago. I give it a coating of decking stain each year. This year I stripped the build up back to the original surface and retreated it.
Love this! Ive used metal racks to help display but keep running into the problem of adequate light. This looks nice and more of a display than storage (mine 😂)
Nice one Adam ;)
Thanks Attila! 😁
Currently I have a budget friendly bench of pressure treated 2x6 boards stretched across 2 saw horses, and a low raised step bench made of 4 blocks standing up and 2 laying down with an oak wood pallet I cut in half (half on top step and half on the lower step). Very low to the ground but keeps the plants off the ground and a little easier to take care of. Also fits perfectly in a small area next to my shed door.
Good to see how you approached building this bench. Recently I have been thinking about building a small outdoor bench for my trees so this video post was perfect timing! Thanks for sharing.
Aw nice one!! Good luck with your bench building!!
Quick tip, those blocks are ROUGH on the hands! Wear gloves! ✌️
That’s an awesome bench! Great work, thank you for sharing your process! It’s inspiring me and gives me some great ideas on how I could build a bench for myself in the coming weeks!
Hey thank you Dave! Please let me know when you build one! I'd love to see it!
@@notionbonsai I will do for sure!!!
This is a brilliant channel, love the Itoigawa bonsai videos, look a getting 1 ot 2 where did you get yours.
Perfeito. Não a como visualizar mais o vermelho,Todas tem sua delicadeza.
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Hi Adam. Great video, thanks for the insight. Your boxes of substrate - have you made ventilation holes in the boxes? Do you find anything in the boxes grows? As mould from condensation, or weeds? Cheers, Louis.
Good work. I will be needing a bench sooner or later. My table is getting smaller!
Hey thanks Rui! That's how it starts!! Before you know it you'll have 200 trees!
Superb job Adam, looking great. But you will soon need another one 😂😂😂
Thanks Jason 🤗 I might do!! 😅
make some bonsai boxes with the left over planks.
Now my husband is having delusions of grandeur! Thanks! lol Seriously it's brilliant
Aw haha! 🤗 Thanks so much!
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I love your Chanel !
I thought frost will go down to the ground, so isn't it safer to keep it on the bench over the winter?
Hi Adam! i purchased 21 cinder blocks from home depot yesterday. my decking boards will be delivered tomorrow. i will let you know how it goes. i am customizing the build to suit my needs and situation. i appreciate the simplicity and versatility of your design. i am not "handy" at all , but you inspired me to try something new
Ohh nice!! 😊🌱 How did it go for you??
thats not a bad price for each of those adam. i was just talking to my old lady the other day about these type of benches. i need to replace my old table with the mdf top thats not going to make it long out doors lol. thanks! now i can show here this video and she can see what i meant
Ah nice one Mike! 🤗
looks nice, I want something like that, but I only have small balcony :( maybe at some point in the future
Maybe you can make a small one on the balcony!
@@notionbonsai hmm, I was thinking maybe set the shelf against the railing, wouldnt risk the weight of the concrete blocks there, as for now, I have some plastic shelfbox that is meant to be for storage or something like that, it is quite decent, but it limits the height of the trees
does the wood rot easily? especially with continuous watering maybe moss will grow and so on I think galvanized iron is more sturdy but to save costs the board can be an option good job friend👍
Hi, I’ll do the same you did, great inspiration even if you’re so young! Are the boxes 20x40 cm?
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Proper job, Adam! You should have worn gloves! God bless you and your endeavours 🙏✝️ ✌️🇷🇺☮️🇺🇦✌️
Personally I prefer single poles benches always look over crowded like a garden centre sales table rather than a display
Hello Notion Bonsai, Seen few videos of yours as they came in recommendations. I noticed that Some of the trees look more older than you ! How's that ? are those you got from shops Or inherited from someone !
Hey! Welcome 😁 Some trees I have developed myself, some are inherited from my grandmother, some are gifts from people and others are bought 😊
@@notionbonsai Ohh That's wonderful :)
Looks great Adam I do however think you need lessons in sawing 😂😂 I might make you a special video on it. Looks like both you and Jason need it 😂😂
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Thanks Andy! I'm not very experienced in sawing wood 😂😂 I did figure out it was much easier to saw at a diagonal than straight across near the end!
@@notionbonsai I’ll do a lesson for you 😂
Haws are british as well
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Ive done a cheaper version using buckets instead of blocks xD will get blocks at some point
Ahh nice one! Whatever works! Blocks are a good job though!
You know how to grow bonsai, but your wood cutting needs some work
Thanks Larry 😂 I'll get better with practice!
Thanks!
Thank you so much for your support Darlene!!