$12,000 Table Paid With Something BETTER

[@elrobbo6]

look at me, im a woodworker! I can press a button and let my $20k machine do all the work for me, im so good

[@JonnyBuilds]

As a gamer I assumed you could relate to someone else pushing buttons, but seeing how you’ve never hit the upload button on the KZbin channel you created in 2006 it makes more sense.

[@elrobbo6]

@@JonnyBuilds Ah , yes, because having a youtube account means you need to upload videos... If that's how your logic works, probably better that you are pressing buttons now instead of patrolling the streets.

[@JonnyBuilds]

Your channel tagline states you’ll be sharing your gamer content, but hey, it’s way easier to give up on that dream than to put in the work.

[@TheTrendykendy]

@@JonnyBuilds Bah gawd almighty, That man HAS A FAMILY!

[@TheTrendykendy]

@@elrobbo6 Let's see your large walnut table that you make and we can judge whose is better

[@BrenQ99]

I have to admit that I was most impressed when you routed your own bowties, not just asking the C&C to do it. Gorgeous table. So many layers of thoughtful design.

[@winstonzeb2842]

The end result is awesome! One tip I think you'd like: The bolts are the only thing that stand out on the base. A way I've made new hardware look rustic is to torch off the bright silver zinc coating (you can melt wax on afterwards so they don't rust) It will leave you with a nice dark steel look. Also you can take it one step further and get the nuts and bolts red hot and hammer them a bunch to give them a vintage hand forged look! Great work! Good luck!

[@antman7673]

that maybes it harder to move the table.

[@Tom-hz9oc]

Be careful torching off the zinc. It’s quite toxic when inhaled.

[@Tom-hz9oc]

Elrobbo6 disappeared like Where’s Waldo! Beautiful table, and I love that you went through the trouble with fixing the wobble. Most artists would run from that instead of embracing it like you did. Beautiful piece!

[@justinwhite4274]

A fuckin artist? Lol.

[@aaronlandry3947]

Triangles. Always build the base with triangles in mind. Instead of that bottom bar you might have put in angle beams from the top of the legs to the center of the main decorative cross bars. Would provide a ton of rigidity

[@Momoka7]

The good old triangles. They are used from building houses to other bigger structures like bridges... for a reason.

[@Stellarffxi]

angle beams is what I would have done too...

[@leem8637]

Finding myself shouting "Triangles! You need Triangles!" at the screen... Glad im not the only one lol

[@treborsf]

Triangles are, in fact, the appetizer of stability. 🙂

[@ChelseaOsborne-my1wo]

​@@treborsfthey are also the shape of tortilla chips, which is also a delicious and stable choice for an appetizer. Good call!

[@christopherdaniellenewborn5836]

That project came out awesome, even with all obstacles you've had to endure. Kudos to you, John!!

[@MakeForLifeWorkshop]

This turned out great! I love all the details in the base; and I'm not normally a fan of resin logo designs in furniture like this, but you executed perfectly and it looks amazing!

[@roadtriplover.]

Beautiful table and, honestly, I like base #2 more than base #1. It’s less busy and more pleasing to the eye. I don’t expect I’ll be building anything so tech-reliant, but I’m awed that others know how and have the creative intuition to design and produce such awesome work results. Great job, @Jonny Builds.

[@Bob-rr9yv]

I have a couple of 2'x5'x3" pieces of walnut from a walnut tree that was behind my grandparents house. It has been out in the garage for years now. As an OKC resident, Jonny is one of the few I'd trust... just as soon as I figure out what to do with it! You do some awesome stuff.

[@kingjudah7775]

Still got them? Wanna sell a couple? 👀

[@lorriredmon8212]

I'm in OKC and haven't heard of this lumber yard you speak of. I used to be a TIG Welder, so I REALLY love your big boy toys and watching all the cutting machines especially the plasma CNC! Some of my best times in the Sheet Metal Dept where I worked was watching the machines in process as well as the actual welding I was doing. You built a GREAT table. I love seeing your process.

[@Julia________]

The flex problem on the sides even with the 1/4" plate is a perfect demonstration of why I-beams are used in construction. You could in theory just keep making the plate thicker and thicker until it works, or you could add a small spine to it. It's the same reason why a sheet of paper is floppy, but if you curve it, it can support a surprising amount of weight.

[@lukeschmidt]

The ancient Greeks really knew how to arch stuff up. These relatively new wooden i-beams are incredibly light, strong and inexpensive.

[@MissDarknSpooky]

This is a really great explanation of why the spine worked so well!

[@That_Stealth_Guy]

Despite figuring out your problem with the base before seeing you come up with the same solution in the end. I still enjoyed the build and looks of the finished table. It's important to show people that no matter how good you think your design is or may be, that you can run into problems that require you rethink it. Hopefully, not to the same costs you endured on this project though! Having said all that, next time I am a few hours up the road in Stillwater, I'll be sure to try to stop by and have a beer on your table. Simply because I like how it came out in the end, well and to just have a good beer too!

[@dinkvjr]

That'll be cool

[@gerbil7771]

Using a power bank like that for an angle grinder is rather hilarious. Cordless grinders are way cheaper and better than throwing sparks at an expensive power bank

[@peteoconnell3750]

But then your cordless is limited to the grinder only. With the powerbank which whilst is extremely expensive does mean every corded tool becomes "cordless". I personally would not buy one as my home electricity is extremely reliable.

[@TheParkAttendant]

No disrespect my friend. But I prefer my cords. I've had too many times when ALL the batteries are dead. With my cords, I can just keep going, with out the need to constantly changing out battery packs.

[@5280Woodworking]

Yea, I agree. It was a sponsorship so I let it slide.

[@gerbil7771]

@@TheParkAttendant Totally agree but that doesn’t mean you’re going to spend 1000$ on a battery bank that you still need to remember to charge up.

[@TheParkAttendant]

@@gerbil7771 yep, your right.

[@prsnurse1318]

That is STUNNING! 12 k is not enough. It is functional art. Gorgeous! Simply gorgeous.

[@PghFlip]

Thanks for helping @BlacktailStudio! Looking forward to seeing what you have to offer! Cheers!

[@JonnyBuilds]

🙏🙏

[@jewdd1989]

Those neon like colors in the epoxy just kill me! So gorgeous and if I ever go to Oklahoma City again I’ll try and stop by to see it in person because I’m sure it’s even more stunning in person! They’re crazy to not have you build more!!!

[@Itchytaint]

"Look at me, Im Jonny Builds, and I loooooove wood. Id marry a tree if i could, and have little tree babies. I dream about wood, and touch wood when im alone and look at wood when i poop. Wood wood wood hurr durr durr." This is a dope table, i love your shit.

[@ElisaShaffer]

As someone who lives in Stillwater, I’m going to enjoy many beers at that table 🍻

[@JonnyBuilds]

🙌🙌

[@tereg5]

LOVE that metal work on this combined with the beautiful epoxy in wood. Not many makers using the mix mediums and that's why you are one of my favorite . You are a fantastic artist including woodworker. Love your designs which is one of the hardest parts of projects. Now that you are partnered with Lincoln Electric I look forward to more metal work in your projects.... Yay!!! You are

[@tonyn3123]

Beautiful table and workmanship. Only thing I might have done a little differently is the zinc bolts. Blacksmith rivets would have been my choice. Thanks.

[@JonnyBuilds]

Great idea!

[@drivingacrossamerica8228]

I had a 2013 and a 2023 Honda Ridgeline for a work truck, and they were hard to beat! Great fuel mileage, and reliable. Now I have a “Traditional” truck and want either of the ridgelines back.

[@ForgeAheadwithMike]

You could've kept the original 1/8" steel but added extra corner supports and it would've been rock solid. But you figured it out... The table looks great!

[@davidsneddon2242]

Excellent result and a truly functional piece of furniture. Well designed and executed John.

[@justinhouse2665]

The build was awesome and loved seeing the problem solving but man it felt like you were trying to sell me something every 30 seconds.

[@daneekaplan4284]

I complained about the same thing- I was a lot

[@-PORK-CHOP-]

Exactly, to many I'm using this, or I'm using that because I was given it for free and money to say so.

[@donnavaldskatingandfriends3908]

GREAT TABLE!!! LOVE ALL THE COLOR!!! LOOKS GREAT!!!

[@RS-Amsterdam]

AMAZING. Really love it. Great job.🎉

[@bmxscape]

you give me so much inspiration!! i know if someone like you can do this, literally anyone could do it. thank you

[@lisawallace3124]

"if someone like you can do this, anyone can" 😆😆😆😆

[@bobromero2485]

Great job. Looks incredible.

[@BrooklynnWillett]

Great vid, I love watching makers do their thing but I don't think I have ever seen that many product placements and shout-outs in a single video XD I am super happy people work with you though ^^

[@volrath__]

I dunno if I have just never noticed before but I swear every other line is an infomercial for a different product 🤣

[@personalwatching9312]

Yep. Hated it

[@valsptsd814]

Tax deductions.

[@davidr4332]

That table came out awesome experience great job well worth the effort

[@Travelingman724]

Base #2 is definitely an improvement. First base was way to busy. Beautiful table, and your vid is great advertisement for the brewery

[@NELLYSCHASE]

Looks amazing - if only all bars/restaurants went to this level....Great Work!😊

[@MCsCreations]

Beautiful, Jonny! Really fantastic work! 😃 The table looks mad!!! Well done! Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@bobbiepoynter3848]

Love how you own your mistakes. Beautiful job. KUDOS!

[@philipzielinski]

Full welds across the arches would have helped. Attaching the stretchers to the legs with bolts will be the next failure point resulting in wobble again. But maybe a sponsor will have a gadget you can use in an out of place way to fix it. Like, a portable power bank, inside the shop, with outlets on the wall.

[@-PORK-CHOP-]

Yeah, maybe some $10,000 gadget that weighs 200kg that does only one thing but was supplied by a partner so might as well flog how good it is that it can do only one thing when he probably has a $5 tool in a draw that does the same thing 🤣🤣😂😂

[@f.kieranfinney457]

Made my day.

[@LUCINDA2789]

The first bass was vary Busy. So agree with your decision on changing it ,love the simple simplicity of the second one . Did a awesome job on it lots of work went in to that. Like the small details on the bow ties. It totally makes sense to give that straight so it will last years. I’m a quilter and I tend to get some of my quilts A bit busy, because of prints it’s always a rule to use a background color to soften it or bring the colors out. It’s not woodworking But it’s still hand made ❤

[@The_Texas_Rigged_Life]

aldo is on the home depot bucket at 18:30

[@stevedill2858]

Gorgeous table. That white lettering pops in the dark wood and filtered window light. I am just a DIYer but I can so relate to having something that feels so predictable need several modifications. I put an entire roof on with shingles hanging an inch off the edge only to follow up with one inch fascia boards! HA! Lol! I had to scrape paint for weeks that peeled from when the water dripped onto the fascia and then the plywood soaked it up! Still, I saved many thousands of dollars doing it myself and many years later I can say getting my pride smacked wasn't so bad for my youthful character.

[@tomjohns2208]

Love it, I think the base would’ve looked better in black, but overall, fantastic piece

[@melody5437]

I swear I watched him spray it black.

[@jonny555ive]

"Where's Aldo" Way to push on, adapt and overcome Jonny. This table looks absolutely sick, I'm totally jealous, but I'm working on my skill set.....kinda. Congratulations brother. This is a beautiful piece. Take care and stay safe out there. ~Jonny5🥁

[@The_Texas_Rigged_Life]

"where's aldo" is at 18:30 on the home depot bucket

[@susanfinlay1566]

Yeah, your ‘where’s Waldo’ table turned out beautiful. Nice product serve also.

[@UncommonCreator42]

The vintage colors with the walnut look great! That’s got to be a cool table to sit or stand around. 18:29 where’s Aldo? On the bucket.

[@MrsGump]

Holy shit, how did you spot that? Great catch!!

[@UncommonCreator42]

Keen eye I guess 😊and I paused it right at that moment too! @@MrsGump

[@cyh4031]

What bucket?

[@truthdogschell8473]

The table is absolutely stunning. I love walnut in that table just

[@HerSecretOfficial]

I feel like they kinda ripped you off but as long as you enjoyed yourself and feel good about it that’s all that matters 👏🏽you did a great job

[@kyliemcdaniel]

I love walnut so much! Beautiful!!! I have a mini storage in Ponca full of it from a walnut tree that got hit by lightning. The right project will happen some day lol.

[@rumbelone]

This is not a video about building a table. This is a video about all the sponsors this guy has.

[@RogueCow]

I was gonna reply something snarky to you, but after watching the whole vid I feel like 75% of the script is about sponsored tools lol

[@jimrosson6702]

Table turned out amazing great job. The colors look great with the Walnut the top stands out beautifully

[@espjason]

How many tools can I promote in my videos 😂

[@Korenscollections]

The table is awesome. Be sure to save the other base to use parts of it for another project. I really like it.

[@watchguy7986]

So cool, wish I had your shop !! Way to put your name to your work and do it right.

[@cherishireland9194]

I love the design. You pulled it off like a champ.

[@shirleyradford6907]

Like second version so much better, looks fantastic. Nice job!

[@danmccurley466]

I think both versions look amazing...Great work.

[@Ladysilver43]

Beautiful. Thank you for sharing this with us

[@hobbyisthiatt]

Well done on the project and thanks for putting it in one of my favorite breweries! I'm surprised they are taking it to Stillwater.

[@bobbg9041]

14:32 tables looking good Good designed

[@Mike-mm2bt]

I love it I think it is beautiful. Anybody would be proud to have that table.

[@nancyfigueroa653]

Awesome Johnny, awesome! Thank you for your skills!

[@leanncowan8760]

I'm going to be looking at that same truck this weekend.❤

[@yun_lei]

This is totally my ASMR. I loved watching!!

[@calculusentropy]

Looks awesome. Blacktail would approve. Like its the Beatles.

[@merehamaotearoa2383]

IT's absolutely beautiful - being creative is a gift from GOD!!!

[@megabit101]

I forgot about Waldo and of course did not see him. Where is Waldo, truly, where was he? lol What a gorgeous piece. Great job! 🤩🤩🤩

[@c.a.g.1977]

Awesome build, Jonny, really love the walnut / metal combo! Those plasma cut legs look really dang good!

[@samt5663]

Just arrived from blacktail studio, new subscriber. Nice collaboration!

[@william-Bartee]

I respect your work and admire your dedication to your profession

[@tito2010otit]

17:20 THOUSANDS of dollars worth of beautiful wood and epoxy! Beautiful table top! COUNTLESS hours of hard labor! And all I see is the legs 😂 I always think of legs on furniture like a SUPPORTING actress 😂 but this sidekick stole the show from our leading lady 😂

[@dpasek1]

Box cross sections give you the best rigidity for the weight of the material that you use. Box tube is much better than angle stock. That is why you saw such an improvement when you added the channel pieces to the ends. Next time, design box sections in from the start. If you do it right, you should be able to use 1/8" steel throughout. If you want to lower the weight even more, you can make triangular cutouts in the sides of the box sections. Find a mechanical engineer to help you if you want to optimize strength to weight.

[@grahambo-42]

WHERE'S ALDO Loved watching this. Awesome job. I love the effort that got put into the base to make it as impressive as the top. Too many builders/makers/professionals don't put the same effort in both aspects so it's great to see more of this.

[@Epoartist]

It is extremely well done! Good job!

[@angusweir8665]

Im sure he built his business from basic tools, from which he made some lovley wood work and for him its working because he has put the work in, people like his stuff and its been built from the ground up❤

[@codycleveland3361]

this table is so badass. you do excellent work.

[@leem8637]

the original legs were so good! all you needed was a few tringles in each corner of the leg and you'd have been set. Hope to see a new table with those awesome designs in it!

[@beverleightodd5710]

That is so awesome. I'm so envious.

[@gpowell511]

Ive heard you mention OKC before but it never clicked that you were here. thats awesome

[@jimrockford3662]

Great looking table man

[@SCARFACE69247]

I liked it. That router blew my mind. I didn't know we were that far in the future. 😅

[@edmondthompson1523]

If you did an instruction series on CNC (beginning to end: selecting CAD programs to troubleshooting & quirks), I would buy it.

[@tomconley2458]

Awesome table. Good job!

[@jeffreyrichards153]

BEAUTIFUL table, Jonny. As for driving the Honda Ridgeline, I couldn't recommend a better truck. I've owned mine since new (2008). Fifteen years later and despite having one small blemish of rust, the truck still drives like new. (FYI, though, the truck is only part-time all-wheel-drive, but it's an amazing vehicle, all the same.) 😊

[@rosemarielyles6953]

The end, that was Beautiful love the colors.

[@richierich4810]

This..... That is an awesome table!

[@4legdfishman]

Where's Aldo! Love the brewery table! We all make things that sometimes wobble. At least you figured it out it looks great! My only suggestion would be to blacken those zinc bolts. (Black oxide) other than that, it's amazing. Thanks for sharing your talents!

[@william-Bartee]

Love the Ridgeline commentary , it’s not the type of truck but/or the way you use it that makes you manly it’s being like vin diesel said it’s about being there for your family

[@lorithrower2467]

That's progress for you! I was impressed you know how to use all those tools! I wonder if you started building furniture by hand and then progressed to machinery or do you only know how to use the machines? I am not criticizing in any way, like I said, I'm really impressed, just interested because I've been watching a lot of furniture repair and flipping videos and first time seeing you. I loved the table.

[@ophirb25]

In the vehicle industry your wobble problem is solved by what they call boxing the frane. Amaizing

[@HopsAndLead]

Stonecloud! Been there many times. I don't go there because of the prices and I stick around Prairie mainly. Cheers!

[@mousey451]

To be honest, I only found your channel by watching your video making a table using 5k paper. This is the 3rd video I’ve seen. In fair literally you need to stop thinking the worst. You have some good skills. And honestly.. Even if you didn’t. Remember the only way you will get better is by learning from your mistakes. I subbed anyway ❤️

[@jimferry3509]

Jonny like the collaboration with blacktail

[@TotalBoat]

This table is so cool!! Fantastic work!

[@jads9296]

Looks good Johnny. I hope those Pokes in Stillwater appreciate your work! 😊

[@jads9296]

PS. Where’s Aldo?

[@charliealmm]

Wow, wow, what a job truly amazing hard graft with impressive results. Talent right there !!!

[@TheDeerInn]

I thing cutting a 2" pipe in half and welding each half to the outside like you have the C channel would also dress it up a bit. It turned out fantastic!!

[@schrodingerscat1863]

Fix for this was simple, you essentially needed webbing to join top and bottom of the legs directly onto the cross bracing, this is essentially what happened by adding the c channel. With the cross bracing only fixed to sheet metal there is enough flex to allow the table to wobble. Something to keep in mind with future designs, you always have to follow bending forces to the weakest point to find your problem. Then think about a way to transfer that force to the tabletop and the floor.

[@Zeo_Kana]

honestly looks amazing!

[@MasonFox54]

18:31 Home Depot bucket

[@ShinBetSharp]

Amazing work dude. It's awesome!

[@jacobredus9899]

21:31 "Where's Aldo" Table looks amazing. Hopefully I get to that level of work at some point