Turning Free Pallets into a $2,000 Desk / Pallet Furniture Project

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  • Опубликовано: 5 янв 2025

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  • @diytiff
    @diytiff  4 месяца назад +36

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    • @rogerlightsey2727
      @rogerlightsey2727 4 месяца назад

      Put the top on 3 sawhorses then hook a strap on each end of the saw horse and tigjten it down then dampen the top and it would pull it back straight just keep checking the strap to make sure the straps stay tight and it will straigjten out

    • @ronolson2475
      @ronolson2475 4 месяца назад

      You could have saved 25:41 min. Water spray bottle on wood and heavy weight on it and wait 24 hours and a healthy surface

    • @b.powell3480
      @b.powell3480 4 месяца назад

      I made kitchen cabinet face frames and drawer fronts from pallets many years ago!, the nails used in pallets are screw shank nails designed to not work loose, and that's why they are so hard to pull out, use a Sawzall with a metal cutting blade to cut the nails by running the blade between the 2×4 and the wood slats, usually the ends with the nails are cracked and chewed up so you can cut the ends of the slats just at the spot where the nail heads are for a clean end

    • @danielrandall2081
      @danielrandall2081 2 месяца назад

      Can get planks already freed up and never nailed into by the mountain loads here free

    • @1Tibs1
      @1Tibs1 2 месяца назад

      The best tip Ive learned with gluing is Pressure, for it to have strength and less work/modification is to add pressure to whatever you're gluing, no matter how small or big. The excess clue can be wiped off and add weights to hold it down. The Shims, you have to realize will weaken the structure in due time as moisture will enter the cavities and may expand/loosen the hold.

  • @JC-xl2bq
    @JC-xl2bq 4 месяца назад +193

    As a 44 year old mom of 2 who is just beginning wanting to build things I *SO* appreciate the realistic version of what DIY looks like.

    • @verlahock7383
      @verlahock7383 4 месяца назад

      Great to see that... I made it too. Plans from woodprix helped me a lot :)

    • @jovanwilson6433
      @jovanwilson6433 2 месяца назад +2

      Agree.. most people don't like to show raw mistakes and then the corrections

    • @meghanmengel437
      @meghanmengel437 14 дней назад

      Literally the same!

  • @knaveen17
    @knaveen17 4 месяца назад +96

    A true DIY video where things do go wrong…. I see so many videos where it is so smooth that you think you can build a whole house but hands on there are many things which can and will go wrong. So thank you for showing the true nature of diy

    • @jackwest3282
      @jackwest3282 4 месяца назад +4

      It is really just about the amount of experience and training the person doing the DIY, majority of those you see on RUclips are professional woodworkers or carpenters or construction workers so they know how to use the tools, fix mistakes and make it look good. Tiff is a complete novice and so she is a good one to watch to give you confidence and accept you will make mistakes along the way, but that is ok. Though I always recommend watching the other ones too as they will show you how to fix things and that most wood unless rotted is still useable.

    • @dianahardy5922
      @dianahardy5922 3 месяца назад +1

      AGREED. My DIY is a whole lot like Tiff's lololol. but I sure learn A LOT!!!

  • @jackgrayson832
    @jackgrayson832 4 месяца назад +64

    I am 74 years old... been a hobby wood worker for more than 50 years... you did good girl, and you learned a lot... like don't give up tile you can.t think of a way through or around the problem... when that time comes lean the project against the wall and start another project... while you are working around it your mind will be thinking of ways to get it done... most of the time this works... if not, turn it into something else ... love yall...

  • @strazdas1989
    @strazdas1989 4 месяца назад +64

    The most relatable woodworking video I have seen in months, maybe in a year.

  • @defnotanny
    @defnotanny 4 месяца назад +44

    I love the way you make your videos, its like watching a friend doing their cool DIY projects!
    The mixture of your personality, the jokes you make, your very charismatic camera presence, together with the way your videos are edited with the use of music, some speedups with voiceover, and some talking directly to the camera to let us know what your plan is, it just makes for a very engaging and wholesome watching experience!
    I especially like that you include the slow "in-between shots" and the realness of it all, when you talk to someone for a moment, when you take a short break, when you carry the materials inside, when you show us the rain, when you sit there contemplating giving up, it makes the video real and beautiful.
    And it makes the whole process so comfortable to watch. Thank you for making these videos!
    (And as your channel grows please don't overwork yourself)

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад +6

      This is so sweet thank you! I’m glad you’re enjoying the watching experience 😄 I will try to not over work but it has been a few busy weeks for sure 😆. I appreciate your donation and your support ❤️

  • @MarcusWieland-vp5ec
    @MarcusWieland-vp5ec 4 месяца назад +56

    AWESOME JOB!!! For future reference another good “free wood” option that I personally like a LOT better than pallet wood, is if you go to Home Depot or Lowe’s in the lumber department and look around on the floor under all the lumber, you’ll find a bunch of wood spacers they use to stack the pallets of lumber so they have a gap for the fork lift to enter. They just throw them away anyways when they actually go around n clean up so if you ask one of the managers I’m sure they’d be thrilled to let you take as many as you can find. Now like any other “junk wood” you have to clean them up and flatten them out but at least there’s no nails or screws to remove and they’re pretty chunky so you can get some decent sized pieces once they’re all cleaned up. Just thought Id share that info because I’ve built a few cool table tops out of them and nobody ever suspects it was originally “junk wood”.

    • @marksandford1522
      @marksandford1522 4 месяца назад +2

      Skips are fab to. Builders throw away loads of good wood.

    • @scubarcbob
      @scubarcbob 4 месяца назад +2

      What kind of wood are those spacers made of?

  • @lisascott6809
    @lisascott6809 4 месяца назад +28

    The patience and ingenuity you have for these projects is amazing. So many of the videos out there never show challenges or mistakes and how to fix them. You are so relatable in your videos! Best to you and Toni, your little floofy cats and of course Missy the neighbour/job supervisor 😂

  • @petepiazza9746
    @petepiazza9746 4 месяца назад +15

    I like that you included real stuff. Not every project is perfect. Frustration and cussing are part of woodworking. I'm still kind of new to it, so I understand the frustration of problems happening and wanting to give up. Thanks again, and keep up the good work.

    • @malissawhite4569
      @malissawhite4569 3 месяца назад +1

      “Cussing” is NOT acceptable language!

  • @abdullahlibzo6914
    @abdullahlibzo6914 4 месяца назад +20

    Wow this is the first Wood working DIY I see that is actually DIY and doesn't need 100k worth of tools to build. You really inspired me, so Thank You!

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад +2

      Thanks 😊

    • @notyouraveragegringos
      @notyouraveragegringos 4 месяца назад +4

      You would be surprised what you can do with pallet wood and minimal tools. I made a countertop out of pallet wood with a table saw, chop saw and an angle grinder with a sanding attachment. Honestly I'd be too afraid to run pallet wood through the planer if I had one in case I missed a nail. 🫣

    • @abdullahlibzo6914
      @abdullahlibzo6914 4 месяца назад +3

      @@notyouraveragegringos I'm just starting to buy tools, so it's a relief knowing I can do awesome stuff with just simple tools.
      Thank you for sharing your experience!

    • @notyouraveragegringos
      @notyouraveragegringos 4 месяца назад

      @@abdullahlibzo6914 You can do a lot with a tablesaw by buying or making jigs for it. There's lots of RUclips videos showing how to make jigs for the tablesaw to do various things. Definitely recommend buying one as part of your starter tools. I've squared my own lumber with a jig I made for the tablesaw. Saved a lot of money getting the second cut from the sawmill and squaring it myself.

    • @moda78z
      @moda78z Месяц назад

      If you don’t count 100k worth of clamps 😁

  • @erinsettle5094
    @erinsettle5094 4 месяца назад +49

    I was cracking up when the dog was standing right in front of the planer 😂😂

    • @SpiderMax95
      @SpiderMax95 4 месяца назад +5

      the only thing that could have made it more "dog-like" was if the dog tried to catch the sawdust with its mouth ...

  • @ClairesCraftyCorner
    @ClairesCraftyCorner 4 месяца назад +6

    🤣🤣 38:14 I felt that in my soul !!! ha ha Absolutely loved this fantastic job it looks soooo high end !

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад +1

      Haha yes gotta love sanding 😂 Thank you Claire ❤

  • @thedantzler6554
    @thedantzler6554 4 месяца назад +16

    Where can you get great DIY content and awesome entertainment ???? Your channel of course! You are a joy to watch and I always learn something. GREAT JOB on YOUR GORGEOUS desk! Way to go gal! ❤❤❤

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад +2

      Thank you so much!!

  • @transplantman2287
    @transplantman2287 2 месяца назад +1

    I've been considering using pallets to make things and I super appreciate you showing the painstaking process of taking the pallets apart, how many of them break, the tool used and how you used them, etc. I need to see the full process of something to do it effectively and this was very helpful for me to decide what kinds of projects I can take on right now, thank you. Also, nice work!

  • @jamessmith7459
    @jamessmith7459 2 месяца назад +1

    I have only start building stuff from pallet wood myself for about a year and half you did well with what wood you saved as one of the pallets where the wood just splits i got 50 euro pallets just over a year ago dismantled them with a bricklayers hammer and crowbar did that on my own and saveď thousands of nails to re use plentys blocks for my log burner and a ton of wood to have fun with well done on your project great job keep up the good work

  • @therealjamesmccrary
    @therealjamesmccrary 4 месяца назад +21

    The production quality of this is AMAZING!

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад +2

      Thank you ☺️

  • @jeronwashington1536
    @jeronwashington1536 4 месяца назад +18

    I know it was hot in your shop, but it was hilarious when Toni brought you some water, and you just poured on yourself, instead of drinking it. I heard Toni wheezing like she was laughing 😂

  • @jamielpatterson2576
    @jamielpatterson2576 4 месяца назад +5

    Many times, the most aggravating project being built turns out better than expected. By not editing out the aggravating parts of your build, this video connected better with DIYers who have also faced aggravating times during their projects. And believe it or not, watching you work through the aggravating times made it worth the time it took to watch this video.

  • @AlexMartinez-k9b
    @AlexMartinez-k9b 18 дней назад +1

    First let me say DIY Tiff you are amazing for not giving up. You say you was going to do it, and you did. I love that you took a breather and reset your mind. desk looks amazing love it. I build most of my home furniture and I just love when I see the finish product and say I did that. You did great.

  • @artbyrobot1
    @artbyrobot1 3 месяца назад +1

    you can haul wood on the roof of cars. not IN the car but ABOVE it. just lay towels down first then put wood on roof then strap it tight by putting strap over wood, through the interior cabin and back up and around roof again and tighten. works like a charm I've hauled TONS of stuff like this. that's how kayaks and canoes are hauled too

  • @charlesdowrick2075
    @charlesdowrick2075 4 месяца назад +7

    As a retired cabinet maker I am impressed with your grit.

  • @PaulJohnson-k9v
    @PaulJohnson-k9v 2 месяца назад +1

    The way to take pallets apart without breaking the boards is to use a sawzall with a metal blade and cut through the nails. I drive the pry bar between the boards to make enough room for the sawzall blade. The result is boards with nail heads in them. To remove the nail heads I use a small punch on the opposite side of the board to push the nail heads out far enough for the hammer to pull them out. I throw the 2 x 4 runners way as the nail remnants are very difficult to remove.

  • @freezemanrjbr
    @freezemanrjbr 4 месяца назад +1

    First law of woodworking. No matter how many clamps you have, it won't be enough.
    I loved your cute ball of fur.
    You are a very cute couple and I loved her face when you said you must flip the table top and she just ask "does it fit here?"
    It became really nice. Sorry about my terrible English. It's not my language... I speak Portuguese, because I'm Brazilian.

  • @mjb12141963
    @mjb12141963 4 месяца назад +1

    I made a coffee table in this basic same way. I cut pieces with 45% cuts on the ends and about 10 inches long. I made a pattern with the pieces, and it turned out pretty good for a beginner. It lasted about 5 years under the weight of two little boys using it as a playground. The top is still in good shape. The base I am going to have to remake. I will get to avoid some of the mistakes I made. Even with all the pieces the same thickness it doesn't come out perfectly flat. I glued and stapled mine on one by one with a brad nail gun and brad nails that went all the way through and out the back. Nice table. I would love to have one like it.

  • @lylewaters6161
    @lylewaters6161 4 месяца назад +6

    Great job. I really like how you showed all the problems that you faced and how you fixed them. This is reality and this is what DIY is all about. Showing the intermediate failures and your resilience is inspiring. I’m glad you didn’t give up. It looks great.

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад

      Thank you ☺️

  • @centurycountess4949
    @centurycountess4949 4 месяца назад +8

    cameos with misty and kitties are always the best. old pallets to furniture videos are my favorite. It's just amazing seeing such creations and when it's revealed the furniture was a set of pallets , never would of known. Pine smell is awesome! we use to collect pine cones and mix them with a home made poperri maker, sometimes we might add a cranberry essence and its the most amazing smell especially if its just the pinecones you get just a faint yet strong enough scent.

  • @leighgray8537
    @leighgray8537 4 месяца назад +9

    Awesome video, I noticed it's pretty cramped in there, maybe use some pallets to build a little deck in front of the shed door & a cheap gazebo when it's not to windy.

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад

      That’s a good idea 😊

  • @BackToTheFutura
    @BackToTheFutura 3 месяца назад +2

    My First video on your channel and I am now a subscriber. Your tenacity and drive to get this project done no matter what is amazing. Your candidness of what a real DIY project can be like was also refreshing. No million-dollar shop with tools I never heard of. Most of all your shop being an oversized shed in your backyard is what most people are dealing with that watch these vids. I am now a huge fan and will be looking at some other vids. If I had a daughter...I'd want her to be you!!! Good going, bless you and be well, oh yea...be safe too! Great Job!

  • @69Sugah
    @69Sugah 2 месяца назад +1

    My first time coming across your page and I'm so glad I have. I am afraid to use power tools to the point I think I need a class but you are an inspiration. I have a plan to build my own drafting table and easel. I have no idea how to do but watching you make that beautiful desk from pallets...genius. I will abmit you had me laughing at the faces you made showing your frustrations. I can only imagine what I'll look like but no one will see me😂😂. Thank you for sharing everything. I can learn a lot from watching your videos. Include me in your sub count. 😊

  • @pamb440
    @pamb440 4 месяца назад +9

    Wow! That took a LOT of perseverance and dedication to complete and it turned out beautifully! I was feeling your frustration when the whole thing warped due to the rain, but you kept at it, didn’t give up and came up with a solution. This video was a joy to watch and I’ve been watching for a while now. Love seeing you and your dad working on projects together as well. He’s a character and you guys always make me laugh 😊 Thank you Tiff & Toni for sharing your crazy DIY adventures. Can’t wait for the next one!

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад

      Thank you ❤

  • @KronksLever
    @KronksLever 4 месяца назад +61

    Not to be creepy but i just discovered you this week and I'm kind of hyperfixated on you.
    You are the perfect mix of charismatic entertaining personality without being over the top and in depth practical information and properly showing the process.
    You deserve at least a million subscribers in my opinion

    • @MCproudrepublican
      @MCproudrepublican 4 месяца назад +13

      I agree 100%!!! No matter what happens, you always seem to make it work!

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад +8

      Thank you ☺️

    • @pavloszimbrakos4410
      @pavloszimbrakos4410 4 месяца назад +5

      I agree she’s a beautiful lady making a beautiful table lol

    • @russelblackwell6041
      @russelblackwell6041 3 месяца назад +1

      @@diytiff super super attractive too

    • @HighYuh
      @HighYuh 3 месяца назад +1

      It’s only “creepy” if you say creepy

  • @debrarandall6913
    @debrarandall6913 4 месяца назад +6

    The desk is gorgeous! Many obstacles, but it worked out great! Tip: To perfectly match...use wood glue mixed with the saw dust and from the pieces, and use it like putty. It's virtually invisible once you sand it.

  • @gabriellaprasse2308
    @gabriellaprasse2308 4 месяца назад +3

    Aye, fantastic video and a great job done. Its not easy working with pallet wood, you did fantastic dealing with it with what you had. I hope you keep at it, because you're doing a great job. Also, you're video production skills are awesome too! Keep at it, you definitely have a new subscriber with me.
    I have a couple of suggestions as someone who works in a professional cabinetry shop building custom cabinets. 1) A great way to deal with saw dust management as a small shop is by using a cheap shop vac. They have hoses and hose adapters that will fit onto the outfeeds on your saws and planer. Its a great way to keep dust levels down and keep your sanity up. 2) when gluing big pieces together like that desk top, bisquits are a great way to add strength to that joint without worrying about future movement, expansion, and shrinkage of the wood. 3) when wood warps like that, best way to unwarp it is to lay it so the egdes are facing up (the wood will look like a u-ish), soak the wood in water so it opens up, and lay something heavy and flat on it (thats not wood), and let it sit for a couple days. Depending on how extreme the warpage is, the longer it will take. And the more warped it is, the more water you should add over the days. Not fun, but it will work and is a way to get it done by using the wood's own movement. 4) water is great for removing glue while its still wet, a damp rag and a water bowl makes glue-up clean ups so much quicker and easier. Also, a damp tool makes spreading that glue while you do the glue-up easier. Also. That titebond III is great, but goes bad really fast, so make sure the lid is on tight. 5) when cutting wood or drilling holes in it, to avoid blow outs and chipping, have another piece of wood (or a sheet of Styrofoam insulation) under it. Works great for keeping cuts and holes clean.

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад +1

      This is so much great advice!! Thank you I appreciate you taking the time to let me know all this ❤️

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад +1

      I also love the unwarp idea hopefully I don’t go through this again 😅 but if I do I will try that 😊

    • @gabriellaprasse2308
      @gabriellaprasse2308 4 месяца назад +1

      @diytiff absolutely, happy to share some knowledge! And look forward to seeing more of your projects. Woodworking isn't the funnest thing for women to get into and stay in, so I'm always excited to see another women kicking some ass in this field!
      As for the wood warping, I hope you don't have to deal with it again too 😅 best way to avoid it is laying the wood flat, or having it as perpendicular to the ground as possible. But, alas, wood is wood and it's gonna do what it wants to.
      Anywho, keep at it, you're doing great! Very much enjoying your work.

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад

      @@gabriellaprasse2308 thank you!!

  • @paisley4865
    @paisley4865 4 месяца назад +3

    Bless your heart!
    I laughed and felt sad for you at the same time.
    You're such a trooper!
    I love the dog and cat.
    The dog loves you and always wants to play when you're working.
    So cute!

  • @debrachapman60
    @debrachapman60 4 месяца назад +7

    Oh my gosh Tiff. It went from bin fodder to something beautiful.
    You've excelled yourself again. 😃❤

  • @weekendhomeprojects
    @weekendhomeprojects 4 месяца назад +16

    That clip of you laying on the desk with the cat had me cracking up. Nicely done.

  • @SmileCentral
    @SmileCentral 4 месяца назад +8

    Excellent video, and the editing was hilarious, adding the yep Muppets, all the sound effects when you do your stare and blink, I crack up and found it so entertaining- not to mention I love that you show how you learn as you go and how to problem solve! Awesome job!!

  • @ananidots618
    @ananidots618 4 месяца назад +6

    You just keep refining your craft. Its so so good!! I also love your long videos because i appreciate the transparency and realities of how projects happen. Buen trabajo, síguele

  • @JMB-o3k
    @JMB-o3k 4 месяца назад +8

    Love that you’re able to work in the sop. Keep that space clean and organized girl!

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад

      Yes! Thank you! I’m trying I made a mess after this project lol

  • @foforivera
    @foforivera 4 месяца назад +2

    Gaddamn! I just found your channel with this video, but it was enough to make me follow you, I got frustrated at the things that were happening to you, but your charisma and positive outlook at thing made it feel like a story that would happen to anybody.
    Great storytelling and great DIY vid.

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад

      Thank you ☺️

  • @mikeybiggs3650
    @mikeybiggs3650 4 месяца назад +2

    This is my favorite video ever. This is exactly how my projects turn out as well. No matter how much planning I do it never goes smooth. Glad you stuck with it. Great looking desk.

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад

      Thanks ☺️

  • @AgentWest
    @AgentWest 4 месяца назад +1

    Tiff, you need to get a tool called a "pneumatic nail punch". It's basically a backwards nailer and is used to punch nails out of boards quickly. Very handy for busting pallets.

  • @LoveOutdoors78
    @LoveOutdoors78 4 месяца назад +2

    The flaws are sometimes the best part about a piece. It’s actually my most favorite part about woodworking. Awesome work!

  • @antonnym214
    @antonnym214 4 месяца назад +4

    The planar was an outstanding idea. Surprisingly good results.

  • @dougpeak7591
    @dougpeak7591 4 месяца назад +1

    I had an issue with clamping boards as well . All that I did to fix it was clamp 2x4 or 1x4 vertically to top every 16”apart and clamps them on ends. It worked perfectly. Your doing great for a beginner that’s how you learn by what don’t work trail and error

  • @chrismartell6135
    @chrismartell6135 4 месяца назад +4

    I am a professional builder and I have to congratulate you on your approach and attitude to giving it a go and learning as you go 👏

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад

      I appreciate that! Thank you ☺️

  • @JoseTorres-v5u
    @JoseTorres-v5u 4 месяца назад +2

    Don’t give up! You look like a very determined person. Always do your best in a bad situation.
    Just started watching your channel and can’t wait to see what you will be building.

  • @mardie-p3p
    @mardie-p3p 4 месяца назад +9

    That was a lot of hard work and it turned out beautifully!

  • @jeronwashington1536
    @jeronwashington1536 4 месяца назад +3

    I know it was frustrating, my friend, but at the end of the day, you got it done, and Toni, her dad, and her brother helped you out. You and Toni make a great team, and it was hilarious, when you asked her to help you take the board in the house, her voice changed 🤣 😆

  • @Juwie64
    @Juwie64 4 месяца назад +7

    I love your videos! I just found you and ive been binging all of them! Ive been thinking about filming my little hobbies and crafts and starting a channel but i dint know where to get started. You inspire me!

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад

      Thank you! And good luck if you start a channel :) I started with crafty stuff too 😊

  • @pirakoXX
    @pirakoXX 4 месяца назад +6

    "Air locker", AP 700, Air punch nailer! I recommend this tool to anyone who has to hammer or punch out nails, fx. from pallets!
    I bought my AP 700 last year, after I got about 120 boards, about 8-9 feet long, with 10-16 nails sticking out from each board!!
    Because I saw Jesper, from "Jesper Makes" using one about a week before my neighbor asked if I wanted the boards for firewood!!
    If the nails are very thin, cut them shorter, fx with an angle grinder.
    All the boards were almost as good as new., as they had only been under a laminate floor for a few months before the owner realized the floor heating system under the floor was made wrong (no leaking, though!), and he had to remove all the new floors!
    And he didn't want to spend time hammering all the nails out (he had no air punch nailer!!) and decided to buy all new boards, and I got the "old" once! My luck!
    And I had a blast punching out the nails. I fastened a piece of cardboard over a metal bucket to ensure the nails stayed in the bucket once they were punched out at a very high speed!!
    NB: ALWAYS use approved eye/ear protection!! Sh*t happens when you least expect it! (Don't ask why I know it's true!!) 👍❤‍🩹

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад +1

      Thanks for the suggestion I’ll check into 😊

    • @justgoballistic
      @justgoballistic 4 месяца назад +1

      I bought one about 3 or 4 years ago when I first saw it. It just doesn't get any faster or better for removing nails. Works on staples too. And by all means SAFETY GLASSES.

  • @jamiesmith1343
    @jamiesmith1343 4 месяца назад +1

    I LOVE IT!!!You did a fantastic job. You need to save all that fine sawdust for filling in the holes and cracks. You can mix it with the wood glue and/or apoxy, a trash can is a good choice and it will keep the mess down outside. Also the larger chips would make a great and interesting top, mixed with apoxy. GREAT job and I enjoyed your video so much. God bless and keep up the good work!!!

  • @kawikalo
    @kawikalo 4 месяца назад

    You are the beginner's champion. I mean this with the best of intentions, because this is how I live life: not much planning, head first, see what happens, and trust the process, "even if we don't know what the process is" most of the time, and hope for the best!
    This video is the raw behind the scenes DIY attitude most DIY videos don't show, when almost everthying doesn'tt turn out how we expect it. Thank you for the inspiration to take up this hobby I've been wanting to start for so long. You have won yourself a new subscriber.

  • @Northeastken
    @Northeastken 4 месяца назад +1

    Turned out great! Very labor intense. For all your hard work, you have a Million Dollar Desk.
    Enjoy! Your carpentry skills are amazing!

  • @delandbrooks3291
    @delandbrooks3291 4 месяца назад

    My buddy Tyler's family owns a wood reclamation co. They tear down barns, some as many as 100+ years old. It's a family business and Tyler does their Social Media, electronic messaging and Customer service. He's also the wood cleaner (meaning he pulls a couple of 55 gallon drums of Nails every few months. He's lucky enough to live on a beautiful family farm so he also has farm chores and lawns to care for. His hobby (shared with Grampa) is old tractors. He's a busy guy. More than you would think since he does it all from a wheelchair due to physical limitations.

  • @PjSmith
    @PjSmith 4 месяца назад +4

    I’m going to say it again I love watching your videos you are quickly becoming one of my favorite to watch!!!

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад +1

      Yay! Thank you!

  • @The-Maqer
    @The-Maqer 4 месяца назад +3

    Great job, very nice to see you keep all of your mistakes and mishaps in the video. The desk turned out nice. You got a another subscriber

  • @HazyHuez
    @HazyHuez 4 месяца назад +2

    to fill cracks and stuff, you can mix sawdust and wood glue together and fill the cracks.

  • @tristavalentour7575
    @tristavalentour7575 4 месяца назад +6

    Ah-mazing!! Girl, I was thinking you were crazy when I first saw that pallet wood! 🤣 it was in rough shape to be sure…you have really impressed me with your problem solving skills! You are seriously up there! Glad no one got smooshed by the 100lb desk top! Excellent work! 🦋

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад +1

      Hehe thanks I’m glad we didn’t get smooshed either 😅

  • @gm145
    @gm145 3 месяца назад +1

    You are my new favorite channel!! I love that you kept the ‘mistakes’ in, instead of editing them out. You do great work by thinking outside the box when you need to revise your plan. You did an amazing job!

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  3 месяца назад

      Thank you so much!

  • @markh5889
    @markh5889 4 месяца назад

    I’m impressed with your dedication to finishing this project. I wish that we were neighbors. I have been a cabinetmaker/ furniture maker for over 40 years. I could have saved you a lot of headaches. You did a great job!! Keep up the good work.

  • @coryshook9634
    @coryshook9634 3 месяца назад

    The fact that your attempting it is huge props. You are learning skills and you can only get better from here. You endured and came up with an incredible project. I love seeing this. Keep up the good work. In the future if you leave it in there for two weeks to dry, you could consider a dehumidifier to help pull moisture out.

  • @Stephanie_Hancock
    @Stephanie_Hancock 4 месяца назад +2

    Lol, loved Misty covered in sawdust. Too cute. It looks like the old wood bowling lanes. Oh, Tiffany, that damn weather is going to be the death of you. Lol, I see that Toni is in the new chair. Turned out amazing. Great job!

  • @Nexadon
    @Nexadon 2 месяца назад

    Very impressive. I just found your channel today. I am glad you showed the REAL project, not some edited-together perfect BS. If you are going to use pallets in the future, a tip you might find helpful is to not start in the center. Start on one side. This reduces stress breakage like you were showing. By having the sides still nailed the stress has nowhere to go but into the wood which causes it to break. Keep up the great work!

  • @kimtyson7908
    @kimtyson7908 4 месяца назад +2

    I couldn't stop watching. So enjoyable and your tenacity to get to the finished projects is amazing. You go, girl.

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад

      Thank you so much!

  • @luciasamaras7767
    @luciasamaras7767 4 месяца назад

    The desk is beautiful, but what I really love is your sense of adventure and your steady willingness to never give up! Thank you!

  • @linuxman0
    @linuxman0 3 месяца назад

    I've made more than a few D.I.Y. mistakes during my attempts at it. I really admire your patience and approach to the challenges you had during this. Good job.

  • @adrianmichell-z6o
    @adrianmichell-z6o 3 месяца назад +1

    Nice one and looks like enough room behind draws for reams of a4 paper 😊😊

  • @nathankelley1088
    @nathankelley1088 4 месяца назад

    1 of the greatest investments I ever made for my garage/shop was a little 1 gallon, $30 shop vac. Slip the hose over your sander when sanding, the back of your miter saw, and table saw.....Virtually eliminates all your dust inside.

  • @lauramarshall6376
    @lauramarshall6376 4 месяца назад

    This turned out absolutely gorgeous. Love all the textures and colors and imperfections in the wood. You are adorable and so is Toni. What a good team you make! Thanks for showing all the problems and solutions.

  • @heatherkorynta691
    @heatherkorynta691 4 месяца назад

    I think I have been following your wonderful family for 6 yrs. I have enjoyed all your videos. I know Very would. Be proud of how the shop is coming along. I think you are a very talented and creative family. Who doesn't love a good Backpack.

  • @joelopez843
    @joelopez843 3 месяца назад

    Preplanning is always good in DIY projects. Of course, if you don't have all the equipment, different problems will arise, BUT getting over those problems is what makes your DIY projects so satisfying.

  • @Kk-yv6pl
    @Kk-yv6pl 4 месяца назад +1

    Very proud of you for sticking it out and finding solutions to the problems you encountered.. Way To Go!!!

  • @carybrown3192
    @carybrown3192 4 месяца назад

    I love your sense of humor and the fact that you can laugh at yourself,plus how you adapt to your mistakes and errors, new subscriber for this funny video, great job!

  • @Jojoleeen
    @Jojoleeen 4 месяца назад +3

    I randomly stumbled over a video of yours and ever since than enjoy everything you post. ❤

  • @berserkerusmc7613
    @berserkerusmc7613 3 месяца назад +1

    Besides all the setbacks, you stuck with it and built a very functional and beautiful desk! Great job!!!!

  • @fatimapalacios2292
    @fatimapalacios2292 3 месяца назад +1

    I just discovered this channel and I am bingewatching the videos. Really cool. My uncle once did coffe table and a small table and 2 chairs out of pallet. It has great potential if you have the willpower and patience.

  • @BalajiManiG
    @BalajiManiG 3 месяца назад +2

    Real diy have it own hurdles 🎉 kudos to you tiff for not giving up

  • @helengesell2668
    @helengesell2668 4 месяца назад +1

    I love the reality - and your sense of humor. The desk turned out to be beautiful!

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад

      Thank you ☺️

  • @robertskelton2576
    @robertskelton2576 2 месяца назад +1

    This vidio just showed up this morning. Glad I checked it out. You have a great personality and it keep me glued to the screen.

  • @ShaukatHakim
    @ShaukatHakim 4 месяца назад

    Very fair/honest, never tried to hide mistakes. These kind of videos appeal real diy-ers

  • @BillDeMarr
    @BillDeMarr 3 месяца назад

    Just found your videos today and I watched 3 so far. I like how you show the "mistakes" that are made along the way. please stay with this format for your videos. this makes them "real"

  • @meghanmengel437
    @meghanmengel437 14 дней назад

    I love to see you two together you balance each other so well!

  • @laraynekayfes5329
    @laraynekayfes5329 4 месяца назад +2

    Good job!! Can'twait to see it stained.
    Your video is refreshing... You are so candid!

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад

      Thanks so much! 😊

  • @antonnym214
    @antonnym214 4 месяца назад +2

    I subscribed immediately, if not sooner. Your father-in-law, Toni, and everyone -- you all are delightful people. Can't wait to see what you do with the home office. All good wishes!

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад

      Thank you!

  • @dopatrick1
    @dopatrick1 4 месяца назад +3

    hang in there, key to making easy glue ups is making sure all the pieces are the same size and planed or thickness sanded for smooth.

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад

      I will keep trying lol hopefully I’ll get good at it one day

  • @isturma
    @isturma 4 месяца назад +1

    This is a cute video, thank you for sharing it with everyone. Protip: if you had taken the drawers back out, you could've saved yourself 20-30+ lbs of weight carrying it inside, and when you needed to flip it. Also, a suggestion - since you have some "open" space in the back, you could drill a larger hole in the op and use the back part for routing power cables. Just a thought!

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад +1

      Yeah I really should have removed the drawers! Thanks for the hole suggestion, I actually did two holes in the back and it does make for really good cable management

  • @briant2259
    @briant2259 26 дней назад +1

    Woodworking can be challenging but the reward is you built it! And I like the 3 drawers 👍

  • @Neomaster67
    @Neomaster67 2 месяца назад

    Great result and very entertaining. The challenges you faced just add a story to the desk. It makes it more interesting than if it was plain sailing. Well done.

  • @antonnym214
    @antonnym214 4 месяца назад +1

    The cross-bracing with 2x4s was my idea, too. I agree with your process.

  • @priscillacordero8133
    @priscillacordero8133 4 месяца назад +4

    Why were those eye blinks with sound so funny 😂 Way to persevere through the setbacks!

  • @goofe.washington953
    @goofe.washington953 4 месяца назад

    “Accidental New York….” - THAT was funny. You have a really natural, easy, likable personality, and you’re a joy to watch. This is the first video of yours that I’ve seen - and it surely won’t be the last. Very enjoyable.

  • @margaretbear
    @margaretbear 4 месяца назад +2

    I just love your videos ❤.
    As a fellow Floridian I feel you with the rain and the heat! Hurricane Debby dumped 9.5 inches on us.
    Also I am so envious of your planer! I have a handheld but doing large pieces is impossible.

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад +1

      Oh wow that’s a lot of rain I’m sorry! I cross my fingers every time there’s a hurricane that it doesn’t hit us 😭

    • @Jennifermcintyre
      @Jennifermcintyre 4 месяца назад +1

      9.5 inches in one storm?! Wow! We get around 2 inches of rain in an entire year and I can’t imagine the mayhem nine and a half inches would create!

  • @salqat1
    @salqat1 4 месяца назад

    After all that hard work, overcoming obstacles, the result was amazing. In my opinion, it was worth it.

  • @Slider1604
    @Slider1604 3 месяца назад

    Tiff, thank you for you video. It is awesome. I am an aspiring home woodworker and I must say, your tenacity and commitment is inspiring to me. Thank you.

  • @donnawilliams7683
    @donnawilliams7683 4 месяца назад +8

    My husband and I have been enjoying your videos. You're very good at what you do. I find myself laughing out loud because you're so darn funny.

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  4 месяца назад

      Thanks 😄

  • @janmitchell641
    @janmitchell641 3 месяца назад

    You did a beautiful job in the way most of us mere mortals do DIY. Thanks for being real.

  • @NewYears1978
    @NewYears1978 Месяц назад +1

    I swear this is my favorite YT channel you are so fun and hilarious. Very inspiring too. Anyone can do anything!

    • @diytiff
      @diytiff  Месяц назад

      Thank you ❤️

  • @antonnym214
    @antonnym214 4 месяца назад +1

    Your orange tabby is adorable! I find those have the best attitude, generally speaking.

  • @PeteWfd
    @PeteWfd 3 месяца назад

    I cut the nails down to around half an inch using snipers or bolt cutters depending on the nail size. Once cut they are a lot less likely to bend and there is also less to pull out from the other side. Hope this helps on future projects.