Folding Sawhorses | STEP BY STEP with limited tools

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  • @dkbuilds
    @dkbuilds 5 лет назад +596

    I'm part of that small, core group that wants long/detailed/step-by-step videos. Thanks for this one, Steve!

  • @Harris0n11
    @Harris0n11 Месяц назад

    Hey Steve just wanted to say thanks for all that you do! Was staring at my saw horses the other day and couldn’t believe I’ve had them built and in use for THREE years now!!!

  • @fillerblog
    @fillerblog 5 лет назад +3

    I joined Steve's woodworking class because of how well he communicates in these videos, and how complete his plans and guides are for these projects. Count this as another vote for more step by step projects for the weekend woodworker!

  • @xavelor
    @xavelor 5 лет назад +113

    When you say you originally shelved the video, can you post the video of you building the shelf?

  • @cayomon69
    @cayomon69 5 лет назад

    I've never even hold a hammer before and here I am... watching 24mins long woodworking videos on youtube.... I must admit I did enjoy it a lot....

  • @525manuel
    @525manuel 2 года назад +2

    We are seriously so lucky and spoiled to live in a time when you could learn to be an expert to do things like this (as simple as it may be). THANK YOU FOR THE DETAILED VIDEO.

  • @David.M.
    @David.M. Год назад

    I am one of those people that likes the step by step, that's why I signed up for all of your courses!

  • @danpendergrass7762
    @danpendergrass7762 5 лет назад +102

    I am a complete novice at woodworking...I am a retired computer analyst ...your step by step videos are inspiring and informational, your presentation is helpful and entertaining. Thanks a million!

    • @sledgeHammerRulez
      @sledgeHammerRulez 5 лет назад

      Idem! Bug not (yet) returned :p. His newbie course is fabolous!

  • @realityreport79
    @realityreport79 2 года назад

    17:00 legit tip! I was manually sanding a tabletop last week and I was getting seriously tired but I told myself not to be a lil bish and get the job done. Well, I over excerted myself and spent the next 4 days feeling sick as a result

  • @debramooney83
    @debramooney83 9 месяцев назад

    I recommended the weekend woodworker class. I am a retired combat veteran.. His class helped me transition and slow down things that was flying around in my head. It didnt cure me, but was a big help.

  • @LukeMohan
    @LukeMohan 4 года назад

    I’m not even a woodworker i just enjoy watching these kinds of videos you used to do but i thought you stopped making them please keep making it from time to time

  • @hootenhuggybear
    @hootenhuggybear 5 лет назад +1

    You seem to always say you’re not that good at this stuff but I watch a lot of other craftsmen and do my own at home and brother you are a damn good craftsman. A true artist. It’s not just the craft. It’s the attitude and ambition and you have all that and more.

  • @heathermoore5240
    @heathermoore5240 4 года назад +10

    I struggled to find a reason (and the money) to buy my own tools until just recently, where I upgraded my driver/drill, and acquired an impact driver and a circular saw! With this quarantine (COVID-19), I am itching to build stuff, and couldn't find sawhorses anywhere, until you blew my mind, showing me I could make them! New favorite channel! Also, I also agree with everyone else in the comments, in that I love that you embrace the very technical and advanced verbage of the word, "icky". Now to binge your videos :D

  • @jenniferstaley3851
    @jenniferstaley3851 5 лет назад +1

    Ignore the algorithm! I love more in-depth videos as long as they are useful. I’ve learned so much already from going back and watching your older videos.

  • @c.v.emmans
    @c.v.emmans 2 года назад

    I want to let you know that I really appreciate that a project like this wasn't perfect, and that you showed and explained those imperfections. It is very tempting, especially with a lack of experience, to become disheartened by errors like what you showed. Your calmness and statement of "I could fix this and here's how, but this ultimately doesn't matter" is relaxing to amateurs like myself. Seeing someone with experience make a mistake and own it is refreshing and humble. Thank you for that.

  • @sixtofive
    @sixtofive 5 лет назад

    Count me in the group that enjoys the long format videos. Nice project, I'm glad you decided to post it.

  • @GospelBearer
    @GospelBearer 4 года назад +31

    I almost got a black eye when I facepalmed when you used the speed square as a guide for the skillsaw all my uneven cuts no more! Thank you so much!!!

    • @Katsoup98
      @Katsoup98 4 года назад +2

      Same. I feel like that answer was right there on my belt for years.

    • @Asha.woodworking
      @Asha.woodworking 3 года назад +3

      an extra little tip is to point the speed square towards yourself, that way the base plate of the saw is supported earlier during the 'infeed' part of the cut. Makes for a more stable and probably safer / more accurate cut.

    • @darrenprentice7934
      @darrenprentice7934 3 года назад +1

      ​@@Asha.woodworking Sorry, "yourself" is not very clear to me xD ...which axis do you rotate in terms of X/Y/Z or pitch/yaw/roll? I was trying to experiment with this during my build.

    • @davidsimms2806
      @davidsimms2806 3 года назад +1

      @@darrenprentice7934 he's saying opposite of the way it was used in the video. The way in the video holds true, harder to push at angle.

  • @MikeTheMaker1
    @MikeTheMaker1 5 лет назад

    I’m glad there’s a long step by step video. We could use and advanced step by step video on fit ups and joinery.

  • @michaelsussman3614
    @michaelsussman3614 3 года назад +4

    Steve, saw both of the videos for this sawhorse, and i love the way you’ve designed it. I would never correct the master, but you described the hinges as 3”, so I bought some. They looked small, but that’s what you said. Now I went back and got some 4” hinges that look perfect. Just thought you’d like to know. Please keep these videos coming. You’re the best.
    Mike in Fla.

  • @wdenegri
    @wdenegri 5 лет назад

    the best advice i ever heard, and is not related only to woodworking: "it should be fun, enjoy the process, dont push it beyond, that leads to errors and injuries"

  • @Timshowtomake
    @Timshowtomake 5 лет назад

    Hi, I hope I'm not the only one he likes long woodworking video with Steve ;-)

  • @tfcig2019
    @tfcig2019 2 года назад

    Thanx for design. Much appreciated & needed, since my last pair was left, during long move. Can be used for anything. Even a scaffold, for projects on sides of house, above doorways, painting tops of rooms, etc, when ladder's not available.
    Husband hates to go w/me, when l'm going for any type of wood. I will go through pallets, searching for the straightest piece, w/least amount of knots. Usually go on days when l have nothing else planned, because l know l will be there for a while. Also make sure hubby knows he's not 'obligated to accompany me....lol.

  • @DB-lk5tt
    @DB-lk5tt 5 лет назад +2

    RUclips be dammed! Keep making videos like this. Or short ones too. I can follow both. Whatever you do, don’t leave RUclips. Your ideas are a huge help.

  • @halsonger1317
    @halsonger1317 5 лет назад +142

    "Icky" - gonna add that to my Professional Woodworker Vocabulary so the guys at the lumber mill won't think I'm a noob. :)

    • @SteveRamsey
      @SteveRamsey  5 лет назад +14

      Haha...it's in the glossary.

    • @jeffforbes3772
      @jeffforbes3772 5 лет назад +5

      Agreed. I always enjoy using industry terminology.

    • @oneeyedphotographer
      @oneeyedphotographer 4 года назад +1

      Icky could go speccy with a bit of finish.

  • @willarid1
    @willarid1 5 лет назад +116

    Love the more in depth videos and extra attention to details. Bring the long videos.

  • @tullochgorum6323
    @tullochgorum6323 2 года назад +1

    Tip from an old trainer - for a project like this, it would be good to start with an overview of the sawhorse and an explanation of the design goals, to give context. If you jump straight in, viewers don't have any way to judge if the build will suit their needs...

  • @davegilmore2564
    @davegilmore2564 5 лет назад

    I made this set of sawhorses 3-4 years ago from your previous video, and I use them EVERY TIME I am in the shop. Because I have to park in my garage, I have to stow all of my workshop away to get the car in. These, plus a sheet good cutting grid I made make up my main work surface. Every shop heeds a set of these!

  • @TomCastellani
    @TomCastellani 3 года назад

    The sacrificial insulation work surface is genius.

  • @rawlsawh2804
    @rawlsawh2804 5 лет назад +122

    I really appreciate you Steve. thank you for being a different kind of teacher.

  • @robertcasey7312
    @robertcasey7312 4 года назад

    I love long detailed videos. Before and after videos without the in between are sooooooooo frustrating. Thank you!

  • @jgdogg441
    @jgdogg441 2 года назад

    "The algorithm" can shove off, all your videos are great and informative. Your tips and advice are wonderfully useful, to the point, and helpful. Honestly one of the faster channel subs I've made. Keep making great videos!

  • @ragtop63
    @ragtop63 4 года назад +2

    Very cool!
    A nice addition would be to add another bolt toward the bottom end of the non-shelved legs so you can use the shelf as a way to lock the legs together for storage and transportation without worrying about them opening up.

  • @tedpuckett2862
    @tedpuckett2862 4 года назад

    So..thats the kind of video thats helpful. RUclipss algorithm im sure says most folks will not watch that through the end, lose attention, that assumption is sad. Thanks for the details and not trying to hide things like having to go back and back the slots bigger on the support pieces. In real life...thats what you do. Your genuine personality comes through. Thank you.

  • @GeorgeLecakes
    @GeorgeLecakes 3 года назад

    I enjoy the longer format. More to see and understand without missing important steps or not noticing when orientations of parts change.

  • @843292
    @843292 4 года назад +2

    That was a great video Steve. I know I'm a little late to the party, but these kinds of videos are really helpful for those of us who aren't at the point where we can visualize the project in our heads before beginning. Anyway, thank you for being such a great teacher!

  • @jamescorilynch4285
    @jamescorilynch4285 5 лет назад +3

    Thanks Steve! I can’t believe this video was 24 minutes, it seemed much shorter to me. I really enjoy learning from you. Keep’m coming!

  • @kaoline4172
    @kaoline4172 4 года назад

    Still ruling the woodworking world!!! Great Steve!

  • @garydesantis
    @garydesantis 4 года назад +1

    After watching many videos on making saw horses, I like your design the best. Plus I like the detailed steps. Nice job!

  • @rm0924
    @rm0924 4 года назад +2

    Thanks Steve. I am watching this just when countries are beginning lift restrictions and moving to the "new normal". Your 2018 tutorial is superb and I wish to express my thanks. Great job. Cheers

  • @JR-bt5ob
    @JR-bt5ob 3 года назад

    Thank you. This is very helpful. Pretty sure I'm going to be replaying and pausing this one a hundred times as I build mine.

  • @Jeltel
    @Jeltel 3 года назад

    I'm starting on a checkbox, but needed something to not work on the ground. This was the solution. And after three hours I'm successful!
    Thanks Steve!

  • @chrismoore9997
    @chrismoore9997 4 года назад

    Long videos are great. Please make more and we don't need a lot of fancy ... You could do it live with no prep.

  • @kenkingsflyingmachines2382
    @kenkingsflyingmachines2382 Год назад

    I never thought to use a sheet of foam like that. Genius!

  • @johnmckee7937
    @johnmckee7937 Год назад

    Thanks Steve!
    Most channels think all people have 10K of equipment and years of knowledge.
    My son just bought me a miter saw, 100 bucks it's basic boy it's nice!

  • @chichidouglas5078
    @chichidouglas5078 11 месяцев назад

    I've been a carpenter for 31 years. My first day I was told there's 3 must follow rules for using a circular saw. # 1 is never set it down on the blade. #2 is always set it down on the
    1 1/2" side of the table, because it can't fall over and chase you on that side, and it happens easily on the other side. # 3 is don't ever trust the blade guard to work because they do malfunction sometimes, and they will get stuck in the up position from debris getting wedged in the gap. Most of the time you can feel it in the handle when it happens but sometimes you don't and that's how a lot of injuries happen. I don't call them accidents because they won't happen if follow those rules. It cost me $30, but in 31 years I've never had an accident or an injury but I've seen a lot happen.

  • @pinkfluffydino8217
    @pinkfluffydino8217 3 года назад +1

    I’ve just been binge watching your videos in the evenings when I’ve got time. This one is perfect timing though! I was trying to figure out how to make some sawhorses but now I don’t have to think it through myself! lol Thanks for the help and all the detail!

  • @MeansWoodshop
    @MeansWoodshop 5 лет назад

    I like the long videos, Steve. There’s not a whole lot of videos that I can sit through all the way, but you’re pretty much the number one teacher that I’ve learned pretty much everything from, and I’m always excited when you upload a new video. Hell, my favorite video of yours is the one looking back on past projects and it’s 30 minutes. Anything you post, I’ll watch it.
    The thing that hit me in this video is the patience. I tend to rush real bad, because I can pretty much only build things on Saturday, so I always end up rushing so I don’t have to wait a week to continue.

  • @urtovec3977
    @urtovec3977 2 года назад +1

    Хорошая конструкция!

  • @philstevens6224
    @philstevens6224 3 года назад

    Very handy - thanks from South West England.

  • @Tallblueeyedgal2
    @Tallblueeyedgal2 4 года назад +1

    This sounds funny just when I clicked on the saw horse build I said "oh its that guy !!!" I love your videos they are packed with information and are sort of funny !!! Keep on doing what your doing we LOVE it !!!

  • @FrenchHawk878
    @FrenchHawk878 3 года назад

    I know you don't like brands but those DeWatt drill bits really are the best. Idk what it is about them but they are just awesome. Sometimes I don't even have to pretrial hole. They hold screws so well it just drives them. No impact driver either, just plain ole' drill and DeWatt drill bits.

  • @rosycorona592
    @rosycorona592 9 месяцев назад

    I did it!!! Idid it!!! My first job was a sawhorses. Yeah!!! Thank you so much Steve.

  • @brianbennett5887
    @brianbennett5887 Год назад

    Genius !
    favorite design so far !

  • @andersonsouza469
    @andersonsouza469 5 лет назад

    These videos are the best ones. Congratulations. It's sad RUclips makes you change them.

  • @TheWoodHaven
    @TheWoodHaven 5 лет назад +1

    Constantly in search of nice (but cheap) saw horses. This project hits both marks.
    I'm gonna build these. Thanks.

  • @lenagasbarro4739
    @lenagasbarro4739 5 лет назад

    I'm glad that I watched this video...not for how to make a folding sawhorse but how I can make snow covers for my son's shrubs. Going to following most of your video and then add plywood down the wide side so that the snow will slide down and not crush his shrubs. Thanks again for a great video. Love learning new things.

  • @carlkoch6460
    @carlkoch6460 5 лет назад

    The extra length and detail was useful. I respect that you don't edit out when things don't go perfect. Helps me not to get discouraged when it happens to me.

  • @markastin001
    @markastin001 2 года назад

    Hey Dude it took me 3 years to find you and Im glad i have cheers from Australia

  • @perrycox5839
    @perrycox5839 4 года назад

    Really appreciate your commentary. So many others just shoot the video and do not say why they do something a certain way. Your videos are much more teachable videos for those trying to learn. Thanks for your contribution.

  • @racerx1326
    @racerx1326 2 года назад

    Thanks for posting Steve

  • @keithcronk7980
    @keithcronk7980 4 года назад

    you darn right brother!!!!!Keep them coming!!!!¡!!!

  • @edgarshoe
    @edgarshoe 5 лет назад +10

    Perfect, simple design and with minimal materials and tools....except for the pocket hole jig. lol. Great video!

    • @blaster-zy7xx
      @blaster-zy7xx 4 года назад +5

      I am always amazed how people overuse pocket holes after they get the jig. It is WAY faster to just put in straight screws. In the case of the cross members at the tip of the legs, I use a thin strip of of plywood screwed to the face of the legs instead of the one by two spanning between the legs and it is stronger in left right racking, and faster and easier to build, plus no need for pocket screw jig.

  • @MojojoJenkins
    @MojojoJenkins 5 лет назад

    Less than thirty seconds in and I smashed the like button simply because it's long-form.

  • @musiqman24
    @musiqman24 4 года назад +3

    Just became a homeowner and finally have the room (and reason) to start woodworking again for the first time since high school. I'm soooooo glad I found your channel to get rid of the rust. This will be the first in a loooong line of projects. Thanks Steve!

  • @audiotechlabs4650
    @audiotechlabs4650 4 года назад +1

    Steve, been watching your channel for a long time. As a well experienced woodworker( 50+years) I know a lot that you demonstrate for newbies, but I must say I do learn from you! I pride myself on learning and find you show ways and means of doing things that I have learned. Thank you for sharing! Keep up the great work you do! Thanxz

  • @ladya1953
    @ladya1953 5 лет назад +1

    👍👍👍 Using sheet insulation as a mat. Inspired!!

  • @TheFalconJetDriver
    @TheFalconJetDriver 5 лет назад +17

    Steve it is your details that make your videos good for newbie’s, I have been making saw dust for about 50 years and learn something new all the time.

  • @SeasonalFrostbite
    @SeasonalFrostbite 3 года назад

    @17:40 🥰❤️ yay fun! Seriously you’re the bill nye of wood working!

  • @atomiczombie22
    @atomiczombie22 5 лет назад +3

    I wish all your videos were this detailed. Great job Steve!

  • @donnacochran6161
    @donnacochran6161 4 года назад

    As a new woodworker I really appreciate the time and detail of your videos. You have a way of teaching that I can understand and apply. Many thanks.

  • @frandicoX
    @frandicoX 5 лет назад +6

    You were one of the first youtubers i found when i got into woodworking. Glad you're still around. Love your content. Greetings from san jose!!!

  • @mark_loveless
    @mark_loveless 5 лет назад +1

    Yes, like the long content. Even if I didn't need sawhorses or wanted to build something, just seeing detailed explanations of "attach this here via this method to there to achieve functions A and B" show useful info, and a well thought-out process at work. So thanks. And yes, the woodworking courses are worth the money (and then some).

  • @danielwang477
    @danielwang477 11 месяцев назад

    the best home made sawhorse i ever seen !!!! thank you !!!

  • @justinosborn728
    @justinosborn728 4 года назад +1

    Steve thanks for yet another awesome video! Your “long” how to videos are the best! Keep up the great work my friend!

  • @cosmicbrambleclawv2
    @cosmicbrambleclawv2 5 лет назад +7

    I love both kind of videos :)
    But the longer ones mean even more of you to listen to and learn from ;) (I'm currently biting at the bit to run to Lowes so I can make your twin (?) bed for my friend for Christmas (she currently only has a futon to sleep on)

  • @scottharmon709
    @scottharmon709 5 лет назад +8

    Nice! Projects using limited tools do help keep woodworking in the realm of Mere Mortals.

  • @francesluck6597
    @francesluck6597 5 лет назад +1

    Really useful instruction in addition to a clear clean build. Really enjoy your videos, thanks Steve!

  • @photojournalist1194
    @photojournalist1194 5 лет назад +3

    Thank for the video Steve. I subscribed to your channel years ago when I started and keep on looking for your great videos. A point of view from my end as a viewer. I always try to watch those teachers/video makers who know their stuff and know how to deliver the good (meaning: great instructional video the way you make them), Just because a video is long doesn't mean I won't watch it, sometimes if I'm pressed on time I will keep it for later but what is really important is the instructor/creator reputation (that you have created by delivering what the title of the video read and not stating with A and end up with a bunch of blubbers and end up with B, which is most definitely not the case with you!). So, keep doing what you love and you'll find a core of loyal fans and followers which will always look for your videos. Good Luck!

  • @JBTV
    @JBTV 5 лет назад +5

    Thank you Steve Ramsey. LOVE YOUR VIDEOS. You have inspired me to launch my own woodworking channel. Thanks again, keep up the excellent work

  • @lukehunter3902
    @lukehunter3902 5 лет назад

    Thank you Steve! Love it when you post these kind of videos!!!

  • @TenMands
    @TenMands 5 лет назад

    Thank you for putting this video out Steve.

  • @alfirst9087
    @alfirst9087 5 лет назад +1

    I've been looking for a good folding saw horse design. I'll be building this one soon enough, thanks to Steve another great video!!

  • @joshuacarpenter263
    @joshuacarpenter263 4 года назад +2

    Awesome! This is going to be a project for my son and me. Thanks for posting.

  • @jaedonhaskins9917
    @jaedonhaskins9917 3 года назад

    thank you for deciding to release this. I'm a beginner and stuff like this really helps.

  • @kentchr76
    @kentchr76 5 лет назад

    I like this kind of in-depth videos, and I noticed you mentioned the measurements in metric too which was great. Thank you for another great video!

  • @TroubleHardt
    @TroubleHardt 5 лет назад +1

    I really like the longer format. Thank you.

  • @TheZawias83
    @TheZawias83 5 лет назад

    Hi Steve, just made 2 sawhorses according to this video. They came very easy to make and are very sturdy. Thanks! Used different size boards, mitre saw, pocket holes. Easy and practical project I could recommend to everyone. Now I can easily cut MDF boards outside - FINALLY :) Very good idea is to put a frame of any boards on saworses and use them as a table top.

  • @fabian3265
    @fabian3265 5 лет назад

    Thank you for the great video, i build it myself. I love these small projects

  • @acsed2
    @acsed2 5 лет назад +1

    Simple yet solid project. I also liked the long format!

  • @Erik_The_Viking
    @Erik_The_Viking 4 года назад

    Love this project - very practical with the plywood between the supports.

  • @FaceStuffer
    @FaceStuffer 4 года назад

    Just wanted to say i'm back to watch this video for a refresher for the second set of these saw horses to be constructed. Appreciate the guide and sketchup files too!

  • @42mirv
    @42mirv 5 лет назад

    I like the detailed steps. This is the stuff I get inspiration from and the details that I always pause to examine on quicker videos.

  • @gladlisa1
    @gladlisa1 3 года назад +2

    Steve I love watching you videos , thank you for explaining things so throughly and so fast, you make everything understandable ! I've watched other videos that get boring pretty fast, your videos are fun and interest to watch, thank you !

  • @horselover3112003
    @horselover3112003 2 года назад

    I love this kind of detailed videos thanks

  • @steelonius
    @steelonius 3 года назад

    Just made them! Thanks for the sweet video.

  • @garynagle3093
    @garynagle3093 5 лет назад

    Great video. I really appreciate you going through the entire project in detail

  • @Guy_6397
    @Guy_6397 5 лет назад +7

    As soon as you said this video was a long one (about 10 seconds in) I hit the like button!

  • @mschneider242
    @mschneider242 5 лет назад +2

    I love the long format. Screw the algorithm! Thank you for being a true source of education in a medium saturated with bite sized fluff.

  • @waynemiller6070
    @waynemiller6070 5 лет назад

    Hi Steve, you've got the personality to pull off a long video. I swear some of these video makers like the sound of their own voice too much. You are conveying usefully the information with every sentence.

  • @868_4_Life
    @868_4_Life 4 года назад +1

    Brand new to wood working. INSTANTLY subscribed and I have been watching a LOT of videos. I LOVE your presentation and delivery. This is going to be my 1st major project. Major because I have not really done anything. This is very doable....well, based on your presentation it should be. I have to go now cause the rest of your video library is not going to watch itself. Thanks a mil!!!!