Sturdy boxes for propping things up and standing on

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  • Опубликовано: 2 ноя 2021
  • Inspired by some boxes that I have been using a lot for propping things up here and there, I made some more, sturdier ones of different sizes for that same purpose.
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  • @andy4an
    @andy4an 2 года назад +335

    if you had not jumped on the boxes, we'd have known that you'd been replace by an impostor

    • @rfcilia
      @rfcilia 2 года назад +6

      its true, the ultimate structural integrity test, you know it's strong when he does that!

    • @felixdostie9024
      @felixdostie9024 2 года назад +3

      The whole time I was just waiting for that! hahahahah!

    • @pr0r0gu3
      @pr0r0gu3 2 года назад +4

      amogus

    • @wobblysauce
      @wobblysauce 2 года назад +2

      Make something and not paint a tool green... impostor.

    • @richardpg2704
      @richardpg2704 2 года назад +2

      An imposter would have used pocket holes somewhere too.

  • @jaecenwhite2590
    @jaecenwhite2590 2 года назад +36

    In the movie industry they use “apple crates” to set things up that are similar sturdy plywood boxes. They are made to standard sizes so that they can be stacked evenly, and the dimensions/ratios are such that they have a common multiple so that stacking them sideways will come out even with vertical but gives you more height options.

  • @jeromes624
    @jeromes624 2 года назад +164

    OMG! Your grandkids are going to be auctioning those as "still sturdy" boxes from the Matthias museum.

    • @gsp0113
      @gsp0113 2 года назад +3

      So true. Those are the M1 Abrams'es of wooden boxes.

    • @ProDMiner
      @ProDMiner 2 года назад +5

      The " Matthias era" :)

    • @starf00
      @starf00 2 года назад +1

      "The Matthias museum" probably true !

    • @concentricmachining4636
      @concentricmachining4636 2 года назад

      I was just thinking these look like built for life things... I made some boxes without the 2x4 topping and the box joints on the bottom and it was just half inch plywood and they are absolute units these things could lift a car I'm sure.

  • @philipacovington
    @philipacovington 2 года назад +16

    I've been subscribed to Matthias' channel for many years now. I always like how he immediately gets to the point with no nonsense like most videos have. I have started to pattern my videos after his style of jumping right into it.

    • @Nebol
      @Nebol 2 года назад

      What about jumping onto things at the end of the videos?

  • @WrongTimeWatch
    @WrongTimeWatch 2 года назад +80

    World's most complicated and overbuilt boxes. Job well done.

    • @paulmunro3050
      @paulmunro3050 2 года назад +13

      You're new here 😄

    • @WrongTimeWatch
      @WrongTimeWatch 2 года назад +8

      @@paulmunro3050 Nah, I just don't comment that much on his videos. I have been watching since before he got married and had kids. I have built his storage shelves and work bench as well.

    • @TimCortesi
      @TimCortesi 2 года назад +13

      @@WrongTimeWatch That was a pretty solid retort. ... Although the REAL fans have been watching Matthias through a telescope, long before he ever started streaming on youtube.

    • @blaugrana-jw3dd
      @blaugrana-jw3dd 2 года назад

      @@WrongTimeWatch he was saying that bc if you know Mat you know it's gonna be complex🤣🤣🤣

    • @billydagwood
      @billydagwood 2 года назад +1

      My kind of woodworking! Just executed better than when I do it.

  • @MrQuickLine
    @MrQuickLine 2 года назад +24

    Polyurethane construction adhesives and brad nails? I did not expect a cameo from John Heisz.

  • @Unbreathless
    @Unbreathless 2 года назад +60

    Reminds me of Apple boxes from film sets. Used for propping up gear (or as a seat) on sets.
    Someone built a utility version of these for carrying gear, calling them Jokerboxes

    • @FloydBunsen
      @FloydBunsen 2 года назад +7

      I came here to say this.
      If anyone here wants to make some proper apple boxes, Adam Savage has a great video about them

    • @natalieisagirlnow
      @natalieisagirlnow 2 года назад +4

      @@FloydBunsen these are better than "proper" apple boxes by a wide margin

    • @horatioswrld
      @horatioswrld 2 года назад +1

      Apple boxes! I couldn't think of the name, thank you.

    • @akda5id
      @akda5id 2 года назад +5

      Indeed. And the great thing about apple boxes, which anyone building their own versions should consider, is that they come in standardized sizes: "full", "1/2" and "1/4", which you can combine in various ways to make relatively stable platforms, stairs, etc.

    • @OntarioLakeside
      @OntarioLakeside 2 года назад +6

      @@akda5id Don't forget Manhattan and Pancake.

  • @ramosel
    @ramosel 2 года назад +25

    I made something very similar about 10 years ago… for the same need. Only I did put the grab holes on the inside … and made two smaller ones so they nest and take up less room. Just used them Sunday to hold the front end of the tractor up. Good solid joinery like this is the key to longevity. Nice job!

    • @RawSauce338
      @RawSauce338 2 года назад +1

      Nesting is a great idea!

  • @ElectroBOOM
    @ElectroBOOM 2 года назад +32

    Quality workmanship!

    • @shintarolin1933
      @shintarolin1933 2 года назад

      go teamsea!!

    • @rrproclaim
      @rrproclaim 2 года назад +1

      *a wild Mehdi appears* Two of my favorite RUclipsrs! Glad to see you watch each other.

  • @vk7hch
    @vk7hch 2 года назад +21

    Now Matthias can officially join the "Society for Putting Things on Top of Other Things". Well done.

    • @markifi
      @markifi 2 года назад +1

      i didn't know about this sketch thanks for the chuckle

  • @Samcraftcom
    @Samcraftcom 2 года назад +20

    I've been watching your videos so long they have become a comfort for me whenever I see them. It's like I'm a younger version of myself again, being inspired seeing what can be made from what so many others would consider junk wood (myself included sometimes), and with awesome self-built machinery in a workshop! I appreciate you still being here for us all!

  • @stantheman5163
    @stantheman5163 2 года назад +7

    Reminds me of my "carpenter's bench stool" I made many years ago from a design I found in a woodworker's magazine. I have used that for nearly 20 years and it is still as sturdy as the day I made it. A simple two-step design that has been very handy in the shop and around the house for projects both as a short ladder/stand and as a mini-work bench. Not sure if you have one in your video library, but if not it would be a great addition to see one you have designed and built. One feature rarely seen is a cutout to fit a door or plywood piece on the side so that you can plane the edges without a clamping system.

  • @ramachandran8666
    @ramachandran8666 2 года назад +2

    Classic super useful and made to last, Matthias designs. BTW, a simple trick to prolong the set of water-based wood glue is either spry a light coat of water to the joints before applying glue or dilute the glue a bit. Absolutely no compromise on the bond strength but gives higher open times

  • @elaineb4806
    @elaineb4806 2 года назад

    Amazing, thank you for sharing, all the way from Scotland 🌿🌿🌿

  • @paulsmyers203
    @paulsmyers203 2 года назад +36

    I had no doubt of the sturdiness, but my heart skipped a beat when you jumped on them because I envisioned them sliding out from under you. Glad they didn't ;)

    • @veri745
      @veri745 2 года назад +1

      It's not like they are milk crates :)

  • @Mortemar
    @Mortemar 2 года назад

    Je suis toujours impressionné par tes créations, merci beaucoup pour le partage.

  • @kansaIainen
    @kansaIainen 2 года назад

    Always nice to watch a genius at work.

  • @GIJOE-ke4yf
    @GIJOE-ke4yf 2 года назад

    God Bless you sir, really enjoy the video's. Thank You.

  • @hjboots
    @hjboots 2 года назад

    You make a simple box look like a dedication of love in woodworking. Excellent finish i just wish i had your talent.

  • @JPumpkinKing
    @JPumpkinKing 2 года назад +1

    Haven’t watched your videos in a while. But watching this one, I’m reminded that you’re the wizard of woodworking. So awesome!

  • @Deqster
    @Deqster 2 года назад +11

    You can build boxes for what... 15 years now? And I'm still enthralled every time! 🤣

  • @nixonkutz3018
    @nixonkutz3018 2 года назад

    The Allen Millyard of woodworking - awesome skillz

  • @leebrown6623
    @leebrown6623 2 года назад

    You sir are very good at making woodwork look easy 👌 awesome as always

  • @archiem6323
    @archiem6323 2 года назад +1

    Hey, I like your videos. Great job. I learned a lot.

  • @jjbode1
    @jjbode1 2 года назад

    Very useful design. Thanks, I'll be making some of those, for sure.

  • @stevejohnson1685
    @stevejohnson1685 2 года назад

    Beautiful work. I look forward to seeing your kids playing with these indestructible boxes.

  • @Maker238DeLoach
    @Maker238DeLoach 2 года назад +1

    I always smile so big when I watch your videos. Make On!

  • @Hackschnipsel
    @Hackschnipsel 2 года назад

    Immer wieder interessante Videos. Danke!

  • @Mr.Stacey-L-SCC
    @Mr.Stacey-L-SCC 2 года назад

    I will never tire of seeing the box joint jig. Such a neat design.

  • @johnrice6793
    @johnrice6793 2 года назад

    You sir are very talented.👍👍

  • @OriginalRaveParty
    @OriginalRaveParty 2 года назад

    Those are some strong and functional boxes. Nice work 👍

  • @wolfman75
    @wolfman75 2 года назад

    Great Idea!!! Awesome!!! Thank You!!! 👏👍😎😁

  • @JoseSilveira-newhandleforYT
    @JoseSilveira-newhandleforYT 2 года назад +12

    Sturdy for sure. I found that last angled test a bit too dangerous for anyone with paternity concerns 😃

  • @cartmanrlsusall
    @cartmanrlsusall 2 года назад +1

    I like these kinds of projects they are doable and super useful.i just have to rethink so I can duplicate without your cool tools.but that's part of the fun.for what it's worth the metal clad shed door was awesome

  • @MCsCreations
    @MCsCreations 2 года назад

    Fantastic work, Matthias! 😃
    In 200 years those boxes are still going to rock!
    Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

  • @samkostos4520
    @samkostos4520 2 года назад

    damn those are so nice boxes boss.
    You have 100/100 crafting skill. Impressive.

  • @patrickmorrissey2271
    @patrickmorrissey2271 2 года назад

    We had something similar at work... the rectangle shape is key... Sometimes you need to stand higher....
    So I copied a couple of those.... Very handy to have around.
    Yours is really good too. Very nice.

  • @battleshiparmorlord
    @battleshiparmorlord 2 года назад +2

    Ah yes the safety moccasins. I missed them. Thank you for showing them off

  • @mastheadmike
    @mastheadmike 2 года назад

    This is how I will build my step/jump boxes for the home gym. Nice design.

  • @davidcahan
    @davidcahan 2 года назад

    Nicest boxes I've seen you build so far...🔥

  • @joethompson11
    @joethompson11 2 года назад

    That box joint jig explanation was really handy, thanks for including that :)

  • @RawSauce338
    @RawSauce338 2 года назад

    Man. Those are amazing boxes! Can't believe i'm so thrilled by such a sturdy box but, frankly i'm jealous hahaha

  • @cwtrain
    @cwtrain 2 года назад

    "What's left?"
    "Well there's the fallout, the cockroaches, and of course the Mathias shelves."

  • @JonnyDIY
    @JonnyDIY 2 года назад +1

    Damn now *THOSE* are some boxes! 📦💕👍 Well built, Matthias built 🤙

  • @briantaylor9266
    @briantaylor9266 2 года назад +4

    IIRC, similar boxes are used in the film industry, called apple boxes for obvious reasons. The industry has standardized on sizes, the full apple box being 20"x12"x8". Those dimensions allow several boxes to be used together to make regular shapes.

    • @steamer2k319
      @steamer2k319 2 года назад

      Yeah. I was thinking something from the Fibonacci sequence so that fairly precise lengths could be achieved by combining/summing different sides' lengths. The idea would be similar to the 1:2:3 blocks that are sometimes used in metal working.
      Box side options: 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21
      4 = 2+2
      6 = 3+3
      7 = 5+2
      9 = 8+1
      10 = 8+2
      11 = 8+3
      12 = 8+2+2
      etc.
      Maybe do +1 to get a different size after adding two previous sizes together...
      1, 2, 4, 7, 12, 20, 33
      3=2+1
      5=4+1
      6=4+2
      8=4+4
      9=7+2
      10=7+2+1
      11=7+4
      Etc.

  • @PepperLion
    @PepperLion 8 месяцев назад

    I love your videos!
    I just came here to comment that running the wood backwards on a table saw (aka a climb cut) is generally asking for things to start flying, jig or not.
    Edit: This was more for others than for Matthias, as he knows what he's doing!

  • @craigsudman4556
    @craigsudman4556 2 года назад

    Once again you've made something that you can not buy. Great video Matthias, thumbs up.

  • @Dadmadeit
    @Dadmadeit 2 года назад

    The video is great as always.👍

  • @woodsmanforlife1677
    @woodsmanforlife1677 2 года назад

    Quite elaborate. Fine work!

  • @edwardchester1
    @edwardchester1 2 года назад

    Like a shop-size, woodworkers 123 block that can also store stuff. Neat.

  • @thetomster7625
    @thetomster7625 2 года назад

    as usual: impressive, Mr Wandel!

  • @RC-1290
    @RC-1290 2 года назад +31

    I notice you sometimes use construction adhesive, and then wood glue for other parts of the same wood.... what do you base your decision on to use one over the other?

    • @cliveso
      @cliveso 2 года назад +4

      I want to know too!

    • @RawSauce338
      @RawSauce338 2 года назад +1

      Same, bump

    • @rutgerhoutdijk3547
      @rutgerhoutdijk3547 2 года назад +17

      Probably because he was gluing end grain, so wood glue would be not strong enough. Also it was a loose fit so construction adhesive fills the gaps.

    • @AjCzeresko
      @AjCzeresko 2 года назад +9

      @@rutgerhoutdijk3547 in a recent video he specifically mentioned his preference for construction adhesive when it comes to looser joints.

    • @dand5829
      @dand5829 2 года назад +4

      @@rutgerhoutdijk3547 wood glue is stronger than the lignin that holds wood fibers together so it's a silly to say that wood glue isn't strong enough. If you're pushing wood to the point that its fibers start to break apart, the world strongest glue won't help you. Any joint is only as strong as its weakest point and good glue isn't the weakest point.

  • @umaprendizemacaoconstrucoe8941
    @umaprendizemacaoconstrucoe8941 2 года назад

    I'm a regular viewer! Thanks for the content!

  • @darrellcaruk8880
    @darrellcaruk8880 2 года назад

    great skills. 🇨🇦👍

  • @4Stanzas
    @4Stanzas 2 года назад

    This was really fun to watch.

  • @Oldiesyoungies
    @Oldiesyoungies 2 года назад

    truly a master, bless

  • @krenwregget7667
    @krenwregget7667 2 года назад

    clever design, well executed.

  • @GPDIY
    @GPDIY 2 года назад

    That was a lot of fun to watch.

  • @Dirt2319
    @Dirt2319 2 года назад

    Your wood working is so impressive

  • @NeoAnthony
    @NeoAnthony 2 года назад

    World's sturdiest Apple Boxes! Also, Hardcore Parkour at 7:40. XD Love the project!

  • @JeffGeerling
    @JeffGeerling 2 года назад +24

    7:41 got in your plyometrics workout!

    • @QuippersUnited
      @QuippersUnited 2 года назад +1

      Explaining Computers, Lockpicking Lawyer, Matthias Wandel... are you following me? XD
      *Goes to the most recent Tech Ingredients video*
      Oh good, you're not there yet... XD

    • @JeffGeerling
      @JeffGeerling 2 года назад +1

      @@QuippersUnited lol I have to keep you guessing, you know...

  • @Q269
    @Q269 2 года назад

    Those are some fancy boxes

  • @fredio54
    @fredio54 2 года назад +1

    Very nicely done. Nice end result :-) Reminds me of a dolly I built. Built like a brick shit house, as we'd say, here :-) My little dolly is only 300x600 or so, and can take 320kg in the middle - half that along any side over the wheels and much less outside the wheels for obvious reasons :-)

  • @stevebowen809
    @stevebowen809 2 года назад

    We used these at work, three sizes that stack well, known in the UK as Elephant Boxes, they are great, where did I work? A telephone exchange, propping on, standing on sitting on a million and one uses.

  • @richardmurphy9483
    @richardmurphy9483 2 года назад +3

    I always look forward to your video's. Question, why use construction adhesive instead of tight bond II for all of your connections, thanks and keep up the great work.

  • @hattibugatti
    @hattibugatti 2 года назад

    Very nice!

  • @weldabar
    @weldabar 2 года назад

    There is something primal about box building that makes me feel good about it.

  • @JDeWittDIY
    @JDeWittDIY 2 года назад +1

    Now those are some boxes!

  • @MRrwmac
    @MRrwmac 2 года назад +3

    Matthias, You could build a wall of boxes from all the boxes/drawers you’ve built and shown us over the years! Thanks! Always good to see another of your videos!
    How are all the fans you’ve built holding up?

  • @troykruse5161
    @troykruse5161 2 года назад

    Another great video from moccasin Wandel 🤣🤣👍🏻

  • @bensonyoutuber7944
    @bensonyoutuber7944 2 года назад

    These would make good gifts.

  • @markhenry2826
    @markhenry2826 2 года назад

    Well done...

  • @ReklawJT
    @ReklawJT 2 года назад +1

    Ive never wanted a box more in my life

  • @SwEPooD
    @SwEPooD 2 года назад +1

    Clicked on this 24 seconds after posting, and i don't even have the bell on!
    Reminds me of apple boxes from the film and theater industry. Adam Savage has a video on those on his channel.

  • @punkdigerati
    @punkdigerati 2 года назад

    Look like good plyo boxes. Usually made without the 2x4's and just plywood. The ply prefix come from different etymologies however and is just a coincidence.

  • @flyingwoodshop1545
    @flyingwoodshop1545 2 года назад

    It I had a nickel for every time I realized a mistake during the glue up…. Thanks for the great content!

  • @DroogyT
    @DroogyT 2 года назад

    Strongest boxes ever!

  • @eagamerzz
    @eagamerzz 2 года назад

    waou waou waou i just discover your channel really like yours jobs

  • @mumblbeebee6546
    @mumblbeebee6546 2 года назад +1

    Exercise boxes! 😊

  • @henkeH2
    @henkeH2 2 года назад

    Never before in my life have I thought about building a wooden box. Now I need one.

  • @Repect4
    @Repect4 2 года назад

    Excellent.

  • @funkstrong
    @funkstrong 2 года назад

    When he did the box joints for the plywood tops and bottoms I thought to myself "Matthias is back"

  • @milesparris4045
    @milesparris4045 2 года назад

    I was planning to make some plywood storage boxes with box joints on all sides, but now I think I'll make them just like these.

  • @lostevesy
    @lostevesy 2 года назад +1

    You're really liking that construction adhesive lately ~

  • @maxximumb
    @maxximumb 2 года назад

    I like the chunky box joints to add strength to the sides. I'll be using that idea in the future.

  • @Freakoutski
    @Freakoutski 2 года назад +18

    Look into apple boxes as used by grips in the movie industry, they have standard sizes and shapes.

    • @natalieisagirlnow
      @natalieisagirlnow 2 года назад +3

      why? he made better ones from scrap for free

    • @Freakoutski
      @Freakoutski 2 года назад +15

      "Look into" doesn't mean "buy", genius. Just sharing info.

    • @natalieisagirlnow
      @natalieisagirlnow 2 года назад +1

      @@Freakoutski why would a man who makes his own everything "look into" a product he almost certainly won't buy?

    • @natalieisagirlnow
      @natalieisagirlnow 2 года назад +1

      also if you "looked into" it, you'd see his is superior in every aspect

    • @Freakoutski
      @Freakoutski 2 года назад +6

      @@natalieisagirlnow "Why would a person want to know about something unless they intend to purchase it?!"
      This is what you sound like.

  • @Gunbudder
    @Gunbudder 2 года назад

    those apple boxes look better than the ones i've seen for photography

  • @bingbong895
    @bingbong895 2 года назад

    Over here in Australia we just use a very less sturdy version called a milk crate.
    You should do a review comparison.
    Good old Australian milk crate.

  • @TheBreadbocks
    @TheBreadbocks 2 года назад +6

    Did you consider having a sort of ledge/groove on the bottom/top so they'd slot together when stacked several high?

  • @ImConstantlyDrunk
    @ImConstantlyDrunk 2 года назад +1

    Great design for structural strength. I think a coat of paint to protect the wood from moisture and those will last practically forever.

  • @andrewv5104
    @andrewv5104 2 года назад

    I was JUST thinking about doing wide box joints and now you've shown me a couple excellent ways to make them! Thanks!

  • @Rhyno186
    @Rhyno186 2 года назад +12

    Always look forward to seeing "The Flying Wandel" test!

  • @MiscMitz
    @MiscMitz 2 года назад +1

    Nice!

  • @DullPoints
    @DullPoints 2 года назад

    Nice! You can never have too many boxes.

  • @heikovanderlaar3780
    @heikovanderlaar3780 2 года назад

    Finally someone makes boxes! Take that, epoxy tables!

  • @esotericsean
    @esotericsean 2 года назад

    Did you edit this Matthias? Or is someone editing for you now? I notice that it's a bit quicker paced than normal and many shots seems like they're exported at an incorrect frame rate (or maybe the shutter speed of the camera during recording was set very high?)

  • @Electric-Bob
    @Electric-Bob 2 года назад +1

    Fill 'em with Concrete...they'll be even Stronger!!!
    Good Job Matt

  • @benjrickard
    @benjrickard 2 года назад +1

    Looks like a film set Apple box. They are standard sizes and come in a family of full, half, quarter, and pancake thicknesses. They are like air on a film set.

  • @Samtagri
    @Samtagri 2 года назад +2

    You should have painted them green and called them Hulk boxes cause they are mighty strong

  • @SciPunk215
    @SciPunk215 2 года назад

    These are very similar to "apple boxes", which can be found on movie sets and in stage production.
    They don't actually hold apples. In fact, all six sides are solid plywood.
    Apple boxes are a bit shorter, and they have an additional cross member in the center which makes them exceptionally strong. But you can stack them like bricks if you need more height.
    Stage hands use them to hold heavy objects off the floor, usually so they can be seen by the camera or by the audience.

    • @matthiaswandel
      @matthiaswandel  2 года назад

      I wanted a box that's open, so I can put stuff in them, like other boxes, or clamp to it.