This is a valuable addition to my woodwork collection ruclips.net/user/postUgkxbnOKZBE4evMO5V2vroHeCjq6d_MV6wJO I still will rate this woodwork plan as the best in my reference library. It always seem to stand out from the rest whenever you go through the library. This is a masterpiece.
This is great! I am going to make a couple of these this summer. My only concern is water filling the top holes for the bolts and sitting in there either rotting the wood or rusting the bolts eventually. I think I will try to put pieces of wire or small plastic tubing on either side of the bolts, something I can hopefully get out when removing the forms, to leave a small track/indentation in the concrete for any water that would collect in the holes to be able to run out
Your channel is the best channel at showing and demonstrating how to build things that I've personally seen. Love how you show both using the table saw and circular saw to cut with. Plus, graphic plans are great too. This is another fun project that won't be too difficult to make thanks to the thoroughness you present in making the project. Turned out beautifully.
In these troubling times of June of 2020, it is helpful to be able to go on to the internet and find a calm soothing voice, explain to me something that is helpful - versus some other channel where opinionated people talk about biased viewpoints that seem intended to get some of the viewers to get their knickers in a wad.
Calm collected slow delivery for even non woodworker to understand and encourage to dive in and realised how one doesn't need big workshop to do lovely everyday projects which was holding me back. Thank you very very much.
Can Burak B. Thanks! This summer got very busy with another project. I appreciate your patience. Almost done Part 3.5 of lightweight concrete tests. That’s up next in a couple weeks. Kent
I liked your idea of making a quick drill guide for drilling into the end grain of the stretcher. I can't ever recall wanting to drill straight holes in end grain before but I might just have to try making some of these. I too like working with concrete and wood. Just made a cat house with a concrete top to give the critters somewhere to keep warm this winter.
Excellent video, excellent production, and excellent project. Thank-You so much! The only suggestion I can offer is if you are going to pour many legs then you may want to invest in marine grade plywood. It's expensive but the layers are high quality and the glue used is not water soluble.
Very nice, and doable for most of us handymen. My only change would be to either blacken the bolts/screws, or figure out how to electroplate them in bronze.
I'd be worried about the carriage bolts spinning in the concrete. another option to avoid that is a square u-bolt cut in half so you have an "L" shaped bolt.
I really like your designs , the problem I see though is around here at least good lumber all goes to builders and what I can get all is warped , cupped , bowed , twisted , etc. I once had a job doing construction site cleanup and was told to dispose of a entire bundle of 14 foot 2x6 fir that were perfect !
Beautifully made..... still asking myself about the rubber.... isnt the concrete going to absorpb any drip of water? Or do you fear that concrete keeps humid in the exterior and while eventually cause the wood to rot?
Thanks! I think the concrete is fine being wet from time to time. The wood (as it always does) will rot over time. Using cedar, a good finish, and the rubber gaskets should slow that process down I hope.
Nice design, and very clear instructions. I have some doubts about the way the bolts are inserted. The concrete seems too brittle and I can imagine they will slowly break the concrete when force is exerted. Maybe it makes sense to somehow 'package the bolts before pooring them in? For example in epoxy.
would a light coat of grease keep the cement from curing? I'm asking because I thought of using a more decorative piece of wood in the middle - that has a lot of curves, etc.
Thanks! After the video I drilled small holes inside the counterbore of the seat planks. These holes allow water to drain down the inside of the concrete legs. I updated the plan to show this as well.
Excellent and inspiring. Do you have a suggestion about how to add a back rest to this bench design? Thank you for the effort you make to share, with such success, your experience with all of us!
@@MANaboutTOOLS should be able to get J bolts at any of the big box stores right next to the carriage bolts tho and they will serve much better. Carriage bolts may tend to twist down the road. Good luck tho, great job.
What is the point of the bolt block being two pieces? Seems like a long thread bolt with a collar, with a washer and nut set on the inside and a nut to pull tight on the outside would suffice. Cutting out the need for such precision.
I was gonna ask about water-barriers, but you did add the gaskets :) One thing you promised 'to tell later', but didn't come back to: Why did you counterbore the holes on the forms?
Sweet build, Kent... thank you for taking the time to make such a thoroughly detailed vlog. Once it's cured for 28 days are you going to show us your "dance on the bench" strength test? :o)
I often pour my leftovers into a smaller pail then insert a bent heavy gauge galvanized fence wire to create a handle. Then use those as hold down weights for tarps etc...
![I Can't Build a Bench More Beautiful Than This [Carpenter’s DIY]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/Kp4wg9qWtmk/mqdefault.jpg)
What I like most about this guy? None of his projects require the festool domino
Too true! 😂
This is a valuable addition to my woodwork collection ruclips.net/user/postUgkxbnOKZBE4evMO5V2vroHeCjq6d_MV6wJO I still will rate this woodwork plan as the best in my reference library. It always seem to stand out from the rest whenever you go through the library. This is a masterpiece.
This is great! I am going to make a couple of these this summer. My only concern is water filling the top holes for the bolts and sitting in there either rotting the wood or rusting the bolts eventually. I think I will try to put pieces of wire or small plastic tubing on either side of the bolts, something I can hopefully get out when removing the forms, to leave a small track/indentation in the concrete for any water that would collect in the holes to be able to run out
Your channel is the best channel at showing and demonstrating how to build things that I've personally seen. Love how you show both using the table saw and circular saw to cut with. Plus, graphic plans are great too. This is another fun project that won't be too difficult to make thanks to the thoroughness you present in making the project. Turned out beautifully.
Thank you so much! It was a very fun project.
@@MANaboutTOOLS You're welcome.
Exactly! -- I'm always curious how someone can "thumbsdown" a free video that has obviously had so much thought and effort put into it.
This is the best RUclips channel of DIY
I know this is an old video, but that transition between the model and real life view at around 145 was just so buttery smooth
I think I finally found something to do since becoming disabled. Love the simple directions!
In these troubling times of June of 2020, it is helpful to be able to go on to the internet and find a calm soothing voice, explain to me something that is helpful - versus some other channel where opinionated people talk about biased viewpoints that seem intended to get some of the viewers to get their knickers in a wad.
best voice ever, you seriously need to get some voice over gigs, easy money on the side!
Calm collected slow delivery for even non woodworker to understand and encourage to dive in and realised how one doesn't need big workshop to do lovely everyday projects which was holding me back. Thank you very very much.
Guy as simple as it looks, that was a very nice bench, built with true skill...Great job
Yet another brilliant tutorial video
"Your channel is the best channel at showing and demonstrating how to build things that I've personally seen"
Thank you very much! I so appreciate the support!
The perfect how 2 video , step by step . Thank you.
BEAUTIFUL assembly demo! Thanks for taking great care to convey this nice design.👏👏👏
What you did is an art man
Brilliant at giving instructions. Makes me want to give it a go.
Super good instructions and visuals
Really nice, well organised presentation.
I built 2 of these. They turned out very nice. Thank you!!
For sure you have an engineer background, great class, fenomenal job. Keep up, please.
Great job..nice and clean way.. Keep it up. Learning new things from srilanka.
I was getting super impatient about your new video! Well worth the wait as always. You are rockin' it!
Can Burak B. Thanks! This summer got very busy with another project. I appreciate your patience. Almost done Part 3.5 of lightweight concrete tests. That’s up next in a couple weeks. Kent
This was an awesome bench and craftsmanship by you!
That Rapid Set is an amazing product. Normally sets very fast, but it is very strong, far superior to regular motor mixes.
Excellent work, clearly described and thorough. Thank you.
amazing animation..great job
Great looking bench. The plasticizer works well.
Thanks for the every your projects. 😊😊😊
Glad you like them!
I liked your idea of making a quick drill guide for drilling into the end grain of the stretcher. I can't ever recall wanting to drill straight holes in end grain before but I might just have to try making some of these. I too like working with concrete and wood. Just made a cat house with a concrete top to give the critters somewhere to keep warm this winter.
Thanks Bob!
you're videos are very well done!!!
Really impressed with the dissolve from the CG model to the real one you built. Excellent work.
Thanks! It's fun when that works out.
Another great project - thanks for sharing!
I really like the simple elegance of that bench.
That was an amazing instructional video! I've subscribed for sure!
Fantastic video! Great animation as well. Top notch!
Will be adding this to my list of spring projects for my garden! Thanks for being detailed - this really helps a non-builder like myself. TFS!
Really, really cool!
Good , quality work
Thanks
Excellent video, excellent production, and excellent project. Thank-You so much! The only suggestion I can offer is if you are going to pour many legs then you may want to invest in marine grade plywood. It's expensive but the layers are high quality and the glue used is not water soluble.
Very nice, and doable for most of us handymen. My only change would be to either blacken the bolts/screws, or figure out how to electroplate them in bronze.
So easy to follow and understand. 👍
Gorgeous design & execution! Keep it up!
Very clean work and what a great instructional video like all others that you do. You're really a great pro.
I appreciate that!
Great addition
so much detail provided. Thank you.
Love the design. I’m going to use an sds max and screw bolts instead of nuts though for the top.
Nice job my friend
Thanks 👍
Great work
Thank you! Cheers!
I'd be worried about the carriage bolts spinning in the concrete. another option to avoid that is a square u-bolt cut in half so you have an "L" shaped bolt.
Nice bench, I like the contrast between the concrete legs and the wooden boards. :-)
Those castings came out great!
That transition at 1:22 ! Well done! You've earned my like and subscribe!
I was really impressed by that also. The fir to birch transition at 3:28 was cool too.
WoW........That is awesome ....I love it ........!
Thanks so much!
Well made and explained.
Good work!
Thanks for the video.
recent to this channel but very good work and videos
Any thought of capping the top hole recesses to avoid rain water pooling?
That's a good thought. Or, adding a small drain hole.
@@MANaboutTOOLS you can try using plastic bottle caps. find size that fits snugly. or make caps out of varnished cork
@@J9_j3 Like the bottle cap idea. If there are no caps that fit the holes, pick the next size up and redrill the holes. Adds a bit of color, too.
I'd be tempted to use wax
Maybe 3D print some caps with your logo on them?
nice clean design
Thanks for sharing your design. I know it has been awhile since you posted, but could you tell me the name of the stain you use in your projects?
Excellent instruction, so thorough. You have inspired me and many others! Thank you.
Привет! Ты молодец! Здорово все сделал. Hello, well done. Thank you.
I really like your designs , the problem I see though is around here at least good lumber all goes to builders and what I can get all is warped , cupped , bowed , twisted , etc. I once had a job doing construction site cleanup and was told to dispose of a entire bundle of 14 foot 2x6 fir that were perfect !
Very nice!
Absolutely great job, enjoyed the project big time, 2 👍👍’s up !
Beautifully made..... still asking myself about the rubber.... isnt the concrete going to absorpb any drip of water? Or do you fear that concrete keeps humid in the exterior and while eventually cause the wood to rot?
Thanks! I think the concrete is fine being wet from time to time. The wood (as it always does) will rot over time. Using cedar, a good finish, and the rubber gaskets should slow that process down I hope.
So cool! Man, that bench looks good.
I really enjoy the detailing you use in your vids. I am learning much from watching you work. Thank you!
Nice design, and very clear instructions. I have some doubts about the way the bolts are inserted. The concrete seems too brittle and I can imagine they will slowly break the concrete when force is exerted. Maybe it makes sense to somehow 'package the bolts before pooring them in? For example in epoxy.
Beautiful bench and it really goes with your concrete garden boxes. Thank you for the video and another great idea. Take care and have a good weekend.
You say framing lumber. Looks thicker than 1.5" Is framing lumber where you are at a true 2 inch by 4 inch?
Great job
Amazing work and sharp in details
would a light coat of grease keep the cement from curing? I'm asking because I thought of using a more decorative piece of wood in the middle - that has a lot of curves, etc.
Awesome build. Would it be structurally sound to make it a longer bench? And if so what’s the max length the boards could support you think?
The professionnel man 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
great project! but water can stay in the bolt holes?
Thanks! After the video I drilled small holes inside the counterbore of the seat planks. These holes allow water to drain down the inside of the concrete legs. I updated the plan to show this as well.
I thought if I read all the people questions asked I found my answer..... Very good bench.....
Excellent and inspiring. Do you have a suggestion about how to add a back rest to this bench design? Thank you for the effort you make to share, with such success, your experience with all of us!
Looks really sharp!
Well done video, and very attractive bench. Any idea how much the final product weighs?
Thanks! Each leg is around 50lbs. I'll put them on the scale when I move the bench to the garden.
Really like your bench. The only difference I’d make is use of S/S threaded rod cut to length or ensure galvanized bolts are hot dipped not plated.
Good tip! I only used the hot dipped.
Awesome, thanks for sharing.
Well done, Kent. I would have embedded coupling nuts into the concrete vs bolts but, meh, that's just me.
Thanks! I looked at that too. But went with the carriage bolts as they are easier to find for most people.
@@MANaboutTOOLS should be able to get J bolts at any of the big box stores right next to the carriage bolts tho and they will serve much better. Carriage bolts may tend to twist down the road. Good luck tho, great job.
amazing video great work
What is the point of the bolt block being two pieces? Seems like a long thread bolt with a collar, with a washer and nut set on the inside and a nut to pull tight on the outside would suffice. Cutting out the need for such precision.
I was gonna ask about water-barriers, but you did add the gaskets :)
One thing you promised 'to tell later', but didn't come back to: Why did you counterbore the holes on the forms?
At 7:45
Sweet build, Kent... thank you for taking the time to make such a thoroughly detailed vlog. Once it's cured for 28 days are you going to show us your "dance on the bench" strength test? :o)
Thanks! It's very sturdy right out of the form. Cheers, Kent
can you make a bench just like this with back support but not too big of a back support?
when it fills with water, do the bolts rust and corrode?
They are galvanized, they don't rust.
Thumbs Up to you. Pleasing to watch your work.
What do you do with the leftover concrete in the bucket?
I often pour my leftovers into a smaller pail then insert a bent heavy gauge galvanized fence wire to create a handle. Then use those as hold down weights for tarps etc...
If you want to reuse your forms, heat vasoline until it's liquid and brush on surfaces that concrete touches. Easier clean up and form release.
Good tip! Thanks!
Great looking project. Tempted to try this myself with some raised grain wood for the forms
Would be great if you can add a 10 degree angle back rest at feet rest form. I will love to see that!!!
Great project!!! nice.
Очень красивая скамейка. Дизайн безупречен.
wonderful work kent...can you give me the mould measurements?
used motor oil works amazing as well, and its free!
Awesome job awesome VDO, gave you +1 and like
Great job! I enjoyed it all the way through. What software did you use for the drawings and animations?
Thanks! I use Sketchup Pro.