DIY Downdraft Table | HW|Designs
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Time for a shop upgrade! Not only does this downdraft table step up my dust collection game, it also serves as a long overdue outfeed table for the table saw, and provides some organizational storage for all of my sanding accoutrement.
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*Voiceover transcript*
How to make, or how I made, a downdraft table.
Let’s get into it.
I started by cutting 4x4’s down to 34 1/4”
or ¾” shorter than the final table height which itself was just slightly shorter than the table saw height, as this downdraft table would also moonlight as an outfeed bench top.
With 4 of those cut, I then cut the cross bracing out of 2x4’s
Aligning the 2x4’s on the flat garage floor, I created 2 identical frames to connect all 4 legs.
I stacked one frame on top of the other to establish a close to level height by which to anchor the legs in place.
Then, used multiple wood screws to tie the legs to the top frame in the stack
The un anchored bottom frame became the framework for the table top.
I marked ¾” from the top on the interior sides of each corner to give me a mark to aim for when establishing the placement of the table top in relation to the legs.
Using the marks, I clamped the top frame into place before anchoring it to the four legs.
Note that the top of the legs sit just below the top of the table top frame - this is so the downdraft surface and the framework will be flush.
Before turning to to that downdraft surface, I needed to create a cabinet base for the lower frame
I trimmed som MDF to size
Then, for the cabinet I rough cut three panels from ¾” ply before refining the dimensions on the table saw. One back panel, and two side panels.
I anchored the two side panels to the bench frame
Then, drilled some pocket holes in the back panel before securing it in place.
With the cabinet ready, I used a small sheet of MDF to create the downdraft chamber, cutting a 10 degree bevel on front and back edges to create a slope when screwed into the side panels of the cabinet
I again used pocket holes to place it.
To create the downdraft surface, I measured and marked perpendicular lines 2”s apart.
Then used a 1” forstner bit to create a recess at each intersection
To encapsulate the downdraft chamber, and anchor the vacuum source, I cut a front panel piece and marked the interior edge of a dust collection port.
Using a forstner, I cleared the circle.
Then secured the panel, before anchoring the port in place.
With the chamber ready, I got to work on the pull out trays that would organize all the sanding goodies I’d use at the table.
I used a level to mark the placement for the drawer slide hardware within the cabinet.
Then used some screws to hold the hardware up, as I screwed it into place.
I anchored the mirroring hardware to either side of the simple drawer tray.
With it in place, I whipped up a quick drawer front.
And replicated the same process for a bottom tray.
For the left side of this workbench, I’ve got big plans - subscribe and ring the bell to catch the interchangeable router table station I’ll add over here next episode.
For now, let’s just add a coat of paint to match my other work benches, because why not have some fun with it?
I used a clear gloss to help seal and protect the downdraft surface
As with everything in my shop, I used levering wheels to make this workbench mobile.
Time to get organized. It may not seem like much, but compared to being scattered across the floor anytime I was finishing a piece, this small step of organizing my grit discs and finishing materials is HUGE.
Hi , thanks for posting , I know how much work goes into creating these vids . Although I've been a professional cabinet maker for decades I love watching newbies and often find interesting solutions or work arounds. One thing that jumped out at me is the drawstrings from your hoodie dangling above your working tools , please consider your safety and remove the strings or the hoodie altogether. I once had a router bit eat the shirt off my belly in a moment of carelessness, I was lucky it didn't reach skin. That table saw blade would grab your string and pull you face first into the blade before you would have time to react. Woodworking is awesome regardless of your skill level and videos like yours help promote this to others , thanks again. Be safe.
Try drilling a pilot hole before sinking the wood screws; this will keep the wood from cracking. Nice work!!!
Love the splashes of color! 🧡💛💚
Well done. What a cool project. But also with a good video. Good shots, well paced, good mix on the sound/music and and a useful end product! Win/win.
Thanks so much, Bil!
What a joy, skills!👏😎
Thanks, Jules! Kicking off a series of up grades - should be fun!
Well Done!
your skills and hands on are great. time to believe in your tape measure. leveling track is fine, but if your tape says all the right numbers for your build. well your there, you can build any where level flat crocked, on site. nice bench. i'm not trying to be a jerk, but your skill is really good
this is a great idea! Could you also caulk the inside joints of the down draft box to increase suction?
Thanks, Jamie! I’m glad you brought that up - I completely intended but failed to mention that at the end that I wanted to give caulking it a go and see if there was any improvement.
That is a great idea!
Thanks, Ron!
This is great!
thanks!
Nice
No you are!
I envy you. Your garage floor is flat. If it's level, then I REALLY envy you. Nice work as always!
Haha, definitely sloped - but yes, glorious flat! Thanks, Chris!
Ok, I have 2 queries.. that is not MDF, it is chipboard/particle board.... Or is that what it is called over there? as I am in Melbourne Australia and we call that chipboard/particle board. Also, why not cut the suction hole round which would allow a better flow of air into the suction hose instead of just cutting holes with the Forstner bit and leaving all that excess around the sides, surely that will obstruct the flow of air and make the suction less efficient. Also my last comment is that the cutting in and out of the music and then you talk is very obtrusive, why not just have the music going but at a much lower volume and then talk over the top of it when needed, it would make for a much better flow of audio.
How is the suction away from the vent hole? Does it exist or just collect in the tray?
It actually works pretty great if you move away from the face with the port, the only kind of dead zone I’ve noticed is if you move away from the hole along the face (to the left bottom corner). I’m thinking as an upgrade later, I could make a slightly more graded vent angle to approach the issue.
why does everyone remove the riving knife when ripping? is this like the YT carpentry version of tying an onion to your belt?
that's not MDF
the music is unnecessary and annoying, the fact that you didn't make the circle you cut for the duct a full circle was annoying, everything else was good. subscribed