Longview Woodworking videos are amongst the most engaging ones out there. Chock full of the art of design, "how to", wisdom and experience. At the very least, they are informative and instructional. In reality, they are inspirational.
John, for what it is worth, I don't find any of your videos boring! They are informative and your easy going approach to the presentations make them among my favorites. Happy Holidays.
Nice piece of furniture, John. 1984, my sophomore year in high school, I built a coffee table out of solid hard maple. My mom still uses it, slightly different shade over the years, but no cracks! It's pretty cool seeing something I made 40 years ago still in use. Not sure how those epoxy river tables are going to hold up either. As always, I enjoy your videos and thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Never find these videros boring, there are always a tip or trick to help us in our builds. Now I'm wondering about my past projects that I used epoxy to finish them. I never got any feedback except one that the epoxy yellowed over time
I've never thought your videos were boring. Of course I watch them to try to learn things and see how it is done, but I watch some of your videos on items that I don't think I would build just for the entertainment value. You have a good way of explaining things and you edit out the repetitive steps enough that you remove the boring aspects. It was also interesting to see how a handmade project could be refinished after some time.
Your videos are far from boring. You are easily the most malicious woodworker on RUclips and your veneer content gave me the knowledge and confidence to add a formica laminate to a project.
I follow you from Italy since years. I've never found your video boring. On the contrary, I think that they are not only helpful and interesting but I also learn a lot of new idiomatic expression as I listen to you! Thank you very very much!
Your videos aren't boring at all. They're very informative. I never understood the craze with epoxy tables - they just end up in the landfill within 5 years. This table will last 30 years.
I’m inclined to agree about epoxy river tables. I can’t help but thinking the epoxy will not expand much and the wood is bound to, so with time it’s going to a problem in the future for some folks
I dont beleive most epoxy tables will stand the test of time, what I like about the craft is to take a interesting piece of wood that just simply couldn't be used in a normal build and save it with epoxy.
In some cases, I agree… Like filling large voids. But joining two boards with a large river of epoxy in the center seems like a recipe for disaster… both in design and structure.
Nothing boring about your videos, Jon. You have such a great presenting style. Possibly stupid question - wondering if you have any tips on selecting drawer pulls. Yours always match so well - I stew on the selection for ages and not sure I get it right.
Thank you! Not at all I often have a difficult time with drawer pulls too. Funny… I usually make two simple examples and then ask my wife 😂 that’s true.
You always seem to have a knack for picking the perfect wood to suit your style of projects. They age very gracefully, and I love the darkening of the cherry. I agree with you on epoxy. I can see your furniture being very desirable even a century from now, whereas the look and long-term durability of epoxy has yet to be proven.
Nothing boring here, Jon. When the video started I was worried about that huge scratch in the middle, but it's completely disappeared! nice refresh job on that finish!
That's a really nice piece, Jon. I just hope that the furniture that I produce will be something that my kids keep around for a long time...and hoping that they stand the test of time. I have several of your plans that I'll be building for them. For the one in this video, I especially like the way that the back panels attach separately, as I've not seen that before. What inspired you to do it that way? And BTW, your videos are anything but boring. I greatly appreciate all of the content that you put out and am always looking forward to what's next~! As for the dutchmen, the only person that I could think of that I've seen do that before is Norm, but he wasn't RUclips, so my vote is for you being the first. 😉
Your videos are never boring, Jon! You have one of the best channels for clean and classic design that are doable for most beginner to intermediate hobbyists. I'd love for you to build a longer TV bench/credenza. I just got a 77in Tv and I'm having a hard time finding a design I like. I know you did that TV lift table a few years ago but that's not what I'm looking for. Something long and lowish. C'mon, Jon ... your subscribers are clamoring for it! lol Just kidding ... I may have dust off and relearn Sketchup again. 😂
I’ve stayed in hotels with large epoxy tables. They always have cracks and the epoxy separates from the wood. I think the epoxy tables will completely disappear in a few years
Hey Jon, beautiful piece. Quick question about the Kepax miter saw. Do you still like it after using it for a while, and do you think it’s worth the investment? I’m about to pull the trigger on one and would like your feedback. Thanks.
I have always enjoyed watching your boring videos Jon. Hands down one of the very best woodworking channels on YT! Happy Holidays to you and your family! 🌲🌲👍👍
I thought one of the complaints about resin is that it lasts forever. Literally. In what way do you think they won't last? And have you seen any evidence of this? There has to be epoxy projects that have been around a while now. I'm not trying to refute you, it's just that what I know of epoxy is that is does not break down over time. And people 10,000 years in the future are going to be wondering what the hell to do with all of these river tables.
I think what he was getting at was the difference in expansion/contraction of a resin versus wood. And when two different materials are connected at a joint, how is that joint going to behave after seasonal cycles. Or, what if the wood is constrained in some way, and it is not allowed to move.
No problem… I think the main problem is that most of these table tops are going for a very high polished perfect surface. I predict there will be cracking between the wood and epoxy connection… Because the surface is intended to be so perfect. The slightest hairline crack will be noticeable, causing the entire project to be a failure.
Your videos are only boring when you’re drilling holes. But seriously - whether or not epoxy pour furniture will hold up physically overtime, I think it will look like a dated fad in a few years. Simple wood furniture, like your coffee table, will not.
Longview Woodworking videos are amongst the most engaging ones out there. Chock full of the art of design, "how to", wisdom and experience. At the very least, they are informative and instructional. In reality, they are inspirational.
Thanks Jeff , I appreciate that!
John, for what it is worth, I don't find any of your videos boring! They are informative and your easy going approach to the presentations make them among my favorites. Happy Holidays.
Thanks Mark! I really appreciate it! Happy holidays to you too.
Nice piece of furniture, John. 1984, my sophomore year in high school, I built a coffee table out of solid hard maple. My mom still uses it, slightly different shade over the years, but no cracks! It's pretty cool seeing something I made 40 years ago still in use. Not sure how those epoxy river tables are going to hold up either. As always, I enjoy your videos and thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Never find these videros boring, there are always a tip or trick to help us in our builds. Now I'm wondering about my past projects that I used epoxy to finish them. I never got any feedback except one that the epoxy yellowed over time
I've never thought your videos were boring. Of course I watch them to try to learn things and see how it is done, but I watch some of your videos on items that I don't think I would build just for the entertainment value. You have a good way of explaining things and you edit out the repetitive steps enough that you remove the boring aspects. It was also interesting to see how a handmade project could be refinished after some time.
Your videos are far from boring. You are easily the most malicious woodworker on RUclips and your veneer content gave me the knowledge and confidence to add a formica laminate to a project.
I follow you from Italy since years. I've never found your video boring. On the contrary, I think that they are not only helpful and interesting but I also learn a lot of new idiomatic expression as I listen to you! Thank you very very much!
Your videos aren't boring at all. They're very informative. I never understood the craze with epoxy tables - they just end up in the landfill within 5 years. This table will last 30 years.
Thanks Eric! I’m with you
Never bored watching your videos. I only hope that I can get to your level in making stuff that last. I believe you are one of the best on RUclips.
Tus videos no soy aburridos, son educativos, aprendo mucho, gracias por los consejos, siempre los veo con un café o una cerveza. Siempre útiles
I remember your old videos from years ago and they helped me to improve my skills and thoughts on making furniture.
I’m inclined to agree about epoxy river tables. I can’t help but thinking the epoxy will not expand much and the wood is bound to, so with time it’s going to a problem in the future for some folks
Looks amazing after 11 years. I am excited that you said you will be building some more with cherry in the new year.
Thanks! I’m looking forward to picking up a big bundle of cherry in the new year
I dont beleive most epoxy tables will stand the test of time, what I like about the craft is to take a interesting piece of wood that just simply couldn't be used in a normal build and save it with epoxy.
In some cases, I agree… Like filling large voids. But joining two boards with a large river of epoxy in the center seems like a recipe for disaster… both in design and structure.
Nothing boring about your videos, Jon. You have such a great presenting style.
Possibly stupid question - wondering if you have any tips on selecting drawer pulls. Yours always match so well - I stew on the selection for ages and not sure I get it right.
Thank you! Not at all I often have a difficult time with drawer pulls too. Funny… I usually make two simple examples and then ask my wife 😂 that’s true.
@ ha that’s great, good plan
Your videos are not boring, I have picked up quite a few good tips and techniques over the years. Thanks for sharing
Thanks Tony! I’m really glad to hear it
You always seem to have a knack for picking the perfect wood to suit your style of projects. They age very gracefully, and I love the darkening of the cherry.
I agree with you on epoxy. I can see your furniture being very desirable even a century from now, whereas the look and long-term durability of epoxy has yet to be proven.
Thanks! I really appreciate that.
Nothing boring here, Jon. When the video started I was worried about that huge scratch in the middle, but it's completely disappeared! nice refresh job on that finish!
Thanks Art! It’s not perfect but pretty good… that’s the nice thing about solid wood.
That's a really nice piece, Jon. I just hope that the furniture that I produce will be something that my kids keep around for a long time...and hoping that they stand the test of time. I have several of your plans that I'll be building for them. For the one in this video, I especially like the way that the back panels attach separately, as I've not seen that before. What inspired you to do it that way?
And BTW, your videos are anything but boring. I greatly appreciate all of the content that you put out and am always looking forward to what's next~!
As for the dutchmen, the only person that I could think of that I've seen do that before is Norm, but he wasn't RUclips, so my vote is for you being the first.
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I'm never going to build a piece of furniture, but I enjoy your videos. Thank you, Have a great holiday.
Thanks Mark! I appreciate it!
Your videos are never boring, Jon! You have one of the best channels for clean and classic design that are doable for most beginner to intermediate hobbyists. I'd love for you to build a longer TV bench/credenza. I just got a 77in Tv and I'm having a hard time finding a design I like. I know you did that TV lift table a few years ago but that's not what I'm looking for. Something long and lowish. C'mon, Jon ... your subscribers are clamoring for it! lol Just kidding ... I may have dust off and relearn Sketchup again. 😂
Thanks Phil! That’s a great project idea… maybe I can come up with something in the new year
Thank you Jon.
Another great informative video love your content and your wisdom as your wit keep up the great work sir
Thanks
Really beautiful work, Jon! Wonderful piece of furniture! 😃
Merry Christmas!
Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
Thanks! Merry Christmas to you too!
Half way through the video before my eyes finally saw it. Amazing what can hide in the background in plain site. 😀
Hiding right there in plain sight! Merry Christmas Chad!
Hey Jon. When you originally built the table, why did you opt to only attach the back panels with screws rather than glueing them in?
Just kidding the project simple… that was the first time doing that and I had some reservations… but it worked out pretty good 👍
❓Why did you only attach the backs with screws?
Just keeping it simple and no problems in 11 years
I’ve stayed in hotels with large epoxy tables. They always have cracks and the epoxy separates from the wood. I think the epoxy tables will completely disappear in a few years
Sorry if i missed it in the video - what type and brand of finish did you use?
No problem, the finish is water lox original… basically a wipe on varnish
Hey Jon, beautiful piece. Quick question about the Kepax miter saw. Do you still like it after using it for a while, and do you think it’s worth the investment? I’m about to pull the trigger on one and would like your feedback.
Thanks.
Thanks Rob! The Kepax is great! I love mine. definitely go for it.. worth the environment 👍
Wait ... what kind of finish did he use? Did I miss it somehow?
The finish is Water Lox … an oil based wipe on varnish
Nice video Jon. I need to get back in the shop I like your projects they're seem good for beginners...🤘🤘🤘
Thanks Dany! Yes I’m focusing on beginner to intermediate projects.
I dunno....I kinda like the legs, keep it as is. :)
Thanks! Will do… maybe something different on the next one
I have always enjoyed watching your boring videos Jon. Hands down one of the very best woodworking channels on YT! Happy Holidays to you and your family! 🌲🌲👍👍
Thanks Steve! Happy holidays!
You’re right about epoxy. Wood expands 7-8x more than epoxy. Splitsville if you ask me. Just a matter of time.
That’s definitely how I feel too
I thought one of the complaints about resin is that it lasts forever. Literally. In what way do you think they won't last? And have you seen any evidence of this? There has to be epoxy projects that have been around a while now. I'm not trying to refute you, it's just that what I know of epoxy is that is does not break down over time. And people 10,000 years in the future are going to be wondering what the hell to do with all of these river tables.
I think what he was getting at was the difference in expansion/contraction of a resin versus wood. And when two different materials are connected at a joint, how is that joint going to behave after seasonal cycles. Or, what if the wood is constrained in some way, and it is not allowed to move.
I’ve always enjoyed your longer format woodworking videos. Keep’em coming!
No problem… I think the main problem is that most of these table tops are going for a very high polished perfect surface. I predict there will be cracking between the wood and epoxy connection… Because the surface is intended to be so perfect. The slightest hairline crack will be noticeable, causing the entire project to be a failure.
Will do! Thanks!
Your videos are only boring when you’re drilling holes. But seriously - whether or not epoxy pour furniture will hold up physically overtime, I think it will look like a dated fad in a few years. Simple wood furniture, like your coffee table, will not.
NOPE