A New Folding MFT Workbench for Benchdog Square, Fencedog Fence, and Festool Track Saw Combo

[@debandmike3380]

that was generous of your wife to allow you to have the attic for your workspace. You win the prize for most resourceful use of space for a workshop.

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thank you Mike. Regards JP

[@leightondingle9056]

As a full time carpenter and a massive fan of my MFT I am very impressed with your work bench and can also see it as a perfect Mobil bench

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thank you for your kind comment. Regards JP 👍

[@johnvodopija]

Nicely executed. After watching this video seeing you work in the confines of your loft I’ll never complain about the space I have in my garage workshop again. Cheers 👍😎🇦🇺

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thanks John

[@kanedNunable]

yup, so used to watching american dudes in their '2 car garage' that could easily fit 4 cars in. :D also loft must be an added pain? kudos dude.

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thank you

[@mrpete5482]

Ha! I laughed with pleased appreciation when you began the outdoor set-up. You've designed a very clever system.

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Hi. Thank you for your kind comment. Regards JP

[@JimRimS4S]

When I complain about the tiny size of my shop, I think of you and feel foolish. Keep up the good work

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thank you. I’m not in this shop anymore but it was my workspace for years. Regards JP

[@williamdoyle649]

You're very inventive.Nice idea for a less expensive MFT.Good show

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thank you very much William! Regards JP

[@elguapo1507]

"Small workshop"!?? It's a bloomin TARDIS up there! 😁 Absolutely brilliant...ALL of it! 👍

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thank you. Regards JP

[@HampsteadHomestead]

Wow I've been thinking about building a folding mft for a while as well. This is great!

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thank you Mark

[@northeastcorals]

Nice to see a fellow loft workshopper! I don't seem to see many of us about on YT 😅

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Sadly I’ve moved down in the world now to a barn in the new house. I was a lofter for 5 years. Regards JP

[@northeastcorals]

​@@Smallbarnworkshop Eww a dirty barner???😅 At least carrying stuff in & out should be easier now ✌

[@Everythings_Adjustable]

Very nice project, you make an interesting and enjoyable video, Thanks 🛠👍😊

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thank you for your kind feedback. Regards JP 👍

[@freddyedwards67]

Brilliant video. Thanks

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thank you 😊

[@theatticwoodworker4594]

excellent as a small loft workshop user myself this has to be added to my loft now. i already have a fixed bench with vice n tail vice but this will be a great saw station addition. Thanks

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Glad it helped Joe. It’s been an excellent addition to my loft. Regards JP

[@rogersbros]

Great work and good idea 🤘

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thank you

[@johnmunoz8845]

Amazing work! Really appreciate the inspiration. I'm excited to get started on mine.

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thanks John. Regards JP

[@paulroberts7561]

Some really good ideas here, very impressed. I am going to have go at this for my mobile workshop. Thanks.

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thanks for the comments Paul. Regards JP

[@mymodularjourney]

Brilliant solution 👍

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thank you. Regards JP

[@garethsharp4039]

The looks dead handy! I'm currently torn between the Benchdogs stuff and the UJK fence system for Axminster.

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Other than this jig I've not tried any of Axminster's dogs. The Bench dog quality is top notch though.

[@jacquesdespadas]

Very impressive solution to both the space and mobility issues! Something we all are always trying to figure out. As you were setting up in the outdoor space, I was thinking a couple 20mm holes in the 90mm strip and a couple mating dowels in the 2x4 might help with set up.

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Good idea John. I may do that 👍

[@smallspacecreation5768]

Nice idea 👍👍

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

thanks Mark 👍

[@restholzjunkie]

This is smart! Mobile and useful solution!

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thank you. Regards JP

[@allanm2601]

Excellent work and end result to be proud!

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thank you Allan. Regards JP

[@TSMATTYC17]

Hats off to you this is amazing and well explained! 👏🏼 you have just gained a new subscriber keep up the good work

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

thanks Matt. much appreciated. regards JP

[@DavePawson]

Some neat ideas! I do like the rail sq at the back of the bench! Much neater. (How about hanging the MFT over the bearer, rather than clamping it?

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Hi Dave. It will possibly end up that way once I have finished that end of the workshop. I am currently working on that end. Video out later this week - hopefully. I didn't want to fix it until I was happy with positioning. Regards JP/

[@johnmorrison1050]

Yep it’s always good when it folds😊

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thanks John 😊 Regards JP

[@sello9303]

Love the work boots!

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Slippers 😂👍

[@wayneschenet5340]

Great small MFT build! The loud music is distracting! Please give us the info on the Rail Hinge Thanks, Wayne

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Hi Wayne. This is the kit I'm using benchdogs.co.uk/collections/rail-square

[@richardballinger517]

Nice job. What would have really finished it off would be the legs folding sideways underneath so they're always atached.

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

There is more to come as I refit that end of the shop. Also I was a tad worried it wound be too heavy to take outside. Thanks for watching and leaving comments. Regards JP

[@jwar2163]

Very nice ideal. I have MFTs x 2 and looking for a way to store them in my small shop a hinge mounted to a cleat on the wall is a great ideal. Already updated the Festool MFT with Dashboard track system.

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Glad you found it useful. Enjoy your systems 👍 Regards JP

[@murphyrp01]

Nice job with this

[@graveurgraveur2691]

Well done!

[@markhedquist9597]

I like it. I like it a lot! I also like the folding base you used for working out doors. I do believe you've solved a problem for me. I've subscribed and will search your channel for a video on the base build. I hope there is one! Cheers!

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Hi Mark. Thanks for the watch and your sub. The video you need is here Foldable Portable Workbench for the Small Workshop. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pWGnhGyMo9CCeLM. Regards JP

[@PrimaryInt]

Excellent work around -I like the fact that you designed and built your own solution. I've just started using a pair of Benchdogs " Rail dogs" . I notice you use a rail square in conjunction with a fence and flag stop (which I also have ) . What do you see as the pros and cons of rail square versus rail dog method? Great video .

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thank you for your kind comments. The downside of the square set up like this Is he amount of time it takes to change the set up to different heights. I do think your percentage of square cuts will be higher with the square though as there is nothing to slip. Regards JP

[@PrimaryInt]

@@Smallbarnworkshop its interesting to hear your point about accuracy - I have not used the Raildog much but I've been disappointed to some degree - as you suggest, there's quite a few ways to get out of square - loose dog/MFT fitting and movement in the rail . In my work the workpiece thickness doesn't change that much so I suspect the rail square would be better - short of buying a stool MFT with the related extrusions I am toying with the idea of buying the extrusion and rail hinge components as spares to see how it works out - in process of pricing up at the moment - don't think I can justify buying a ready made festool MFT with the rail hinge hardware etc... .

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Like you I couldn’t justify the Festool MFT table. It looks as though Peter Millard is going to build his with extrusions….

[@ronh9384]

A nice setup. At the 44 second mark I can see the vacuum hose setup going to your track saw. Can you explain your setup and fittings that you are using? I noticed the blue colored fitting(?) … Is that a quick release connector? Thanks for your time. Ron

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

HI Ron. I made a dust extraction cart and bought a hose online. I will find the link for you. Regards JP

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

here you go centraltechnologysystems.co.uk/product/quick-click-antistatic-shop-vacuum-hose-with-four-piece-power-tool-adaptor-set-19-48mm-and-pet-protective-sleeve/

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

5:23 of this video explains my dust set up kzbin.info/www/bejne/mHyynqiYl7tkY7c

[@theswime945]

Yet another beautiful and well explained build. Really helpful for us newbies who have limited workspace, thanks for sharing. Now though I have more items on my jig envy list... Re. the routed T-tracks- love the idea but wondering how durable they are? Until now I've been assuming that I'd have to use aluminium extrusions for precision/durability. On a production note (as opposed to criticism), the music soundtrack in this particular vid is waaay louder than your vocal track, so I have to ride the volume looking at woodwork porn whilst she's asleep... All the best & look forward to your next. Cheers!

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thank you for your kind comments. In terms of the volume levels, noted, thank you. I will look at that going forward. Maybe a tweak in the settings of the editing software or a manual tweak. There is loads to learn with this editing malarky. You wouldn't believe the hours of YT videosI I have watch on the subject! (and money I have spend on kit!!) I have had no T groove issues with timber - yet. I bought is to make the T grooves on the router table and that was (maybe) 3 years ago. I do have an aluminium section, it has been in storage for a while, but will be featuring in (possibly) the video I shoot this weekend. Thanks for watching. Regards JP.

[@tobyweston]

Nice video, thanks for sharing. Keep it up :thanks:

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thank you Toby. Regards JP

[@nigelperry9457]

Great video. Can you please share a link for the bench hole dogs. The marking and drilling aspects. Many thanks, be safe nige.

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Hi Nige here you go. www.axminstertools.com/ujk-technology-parf-guide-system-102278?glCountry=GB&gclid=Cj0KCQiAxoiQBhCRARIsAPsvo-w04Td66_vAdYfjSbaGHoN7M78h__gXLTuu99MptiopmXVvm7KP6wsaAtyHEALw_

[@nigelperry9457]

@@Smallbarnworkshop brilliant thanks for the swift reply. Will look into this.

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Your welcome. My last video was my thoughts on the system if of interest kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIPUiGVtfcpqjJI

[@theofarmmanager267]

My total respect to you on working within such a confined space. At one point, my only workshop was the patio and I had to haul all the equipment in and out. But that was, at least all ground level whilst you have to contend with ladders and, presumably, stairs. A word of caution - suddenly, over a space of a couple of years, my ability to lift, move and raise larger pieces of timber went from easy to impossible. The solution for you is simple - a lift. Get planning now. I have but one question. How do you accommodate different thicknesses of timber when cutting them square on your new build. I’m guessing that it’s only sheet goods that you need the square for but how to accommodate 3mm, 6mm, 18mm etc - or is it as simple as raising or lowering the dogs in their holes?

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

The square is adjustable. From zero to 50mm thickness. I have it set at 21mm as I mostly use inch by xxx timber. Regards JP

[@theofarmmanager267]

@@Smallbarnworkshop thank you for your prompt reply. I’ve watched one other of your videos so far. Subscribed just to find out what other tricks you devise to work well in your left space.

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thank you Theo much appreciated. Regards JP

[@williba24]

Enjoy your video's but will you please even out the music and talk levels?

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Brain. Thanks. Sadly, your not the first to bring this comment. I will endeavour to address going forwards. I need to over ride the automatic ducking level. Regards JP.

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Out of curiosity how do you listen to your videos. Via Phone and headphone or on a PC etc? Just so I can check levels before posting.

[@williba24]

Headphones, the wife watches TV loud.

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thanks Brian 👍

[@christianbuzio9468]

genius!!!

[@chrishickman9738]

Hi, Nice vid. I would appreciate it if you could identify which products were listed in your video. There's so many options on the BD website... Thanks

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Hi. BD have changed their kit a little since I bought them but I made two purchases. This railsquare kit benchdogs.co.uk/collections/rail-square/products/mk2-rail-square-festool and this fence benchdogs.co.uk/collections/fence-systems/products/1200mm-fence-system-mk2 @benchdogs Regards JP

[@chrishickman9738]

@@Smallbarnworkshop Thanks I made the purchase in the mean time.. lol I chose the same square but the shorter 1metre fence... Hope I didn't mess up...

[@samrix5793]

Do you not wear a dust mask? I like the video but saw you cut a number of times in a confined space without a dust mask on

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

It's a fair question. In truth I don't wear one as much as I should, especially when filming. I have the Trend Air helmet which is my main go to when continously cutting / sanding etc.

[@samrix5793]

@@Smallbarnworkshop the trend stealth is really good, quick to put on not cumbersome

[@m1chi13l]

Hey mate, which dogs are those exactly that lift the material up, presumably gripping it and giving the saw some clearance? Thanks!

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Hi. Checkout www.benchdogs.co.uk and look at the rail square. Regards JP

[@chevyimp5857]

Sweet build... Can you tell me, where did you get the t slot router cutter..?

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Hi. The one I’m using here I bought from eBay. I since bought a 1/2” sank version from Axminster (UK) Regards JP

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

www.ebay.co.uk/itm/292485019780?hash=item4419773884:g:bSQAAOSwQFVaqvK5&amdata=enc%3AAQAHAAAAoPueTRKr4b2YHSea9ko5g82XMqie4PYYWY%2BFWLDlVyZUpfGSeLPpTzuhJSBH123Lr7VysLabmEcEiILFpdRzir%2B3Bo6cB1icj6GnQzp8eclmfhXlC2%2Buf6DkVQz4mqj3Pr0CgI%2FvMVuJQpG6qfkXFnOQEyHlmq9uS0olmnn7p%2Fu3QP0Ox9eAcTaxabMeZIuhasitfJDXGqki2HMweKvN4vk%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR4jygJyaYQ

[@chevyimp5857]

@@Smallbarnworkshop thanks for link... Good luck with your channel

[@thehobbyguy]

Your neighbours must be very understanding people lol

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

I know their working patterns and am respectful. Regards JP

[@moovintruespace994]

Great bench. Music is horrendous though. Hard to watch.

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Hi. Some of my early work and I wish I could re-edit it. I am not a professional editor and I am learning. It is still my most watched video though. Thanks for the watch. Regards JP

[@daves4026]

Great work especially with the small space. Would like to understand the hose attachment method to the saw. I bought the dewalt system hose. Did not see the blue one your using? Does it lock to the saw or just inserted?

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Hi Dave. It’s just inserted, my next video is about upgrading my dust extraction. Should be out over the weekend. Regards JP

[@richardwood4541]

Great video enjoyed watching it. 👍🏻 what brand are you using to create your cutting station? Is that a TSO with the festoon rail or timber dogs or another brand. Rich

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Hi Richard. Brand is Benchdog.

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

benchdogs.co.uk. Regards JP

[@manikandann9796]

Hey that's a great idea to share.. may I know what kind of Fence you are using?

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Hi. It’s made by a company called Benchdogs benchdogs.co.uk/collections/fence-systems

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

KZbin link here kzbin.info/www/bejne/haeYhJebiauFe8k

[@georgiemae11]

Thats a gr8 idea m8, mite pinch it

[@cg3205]

Crazy that the Parf System kit is £200 on top of the cost of buying whatever material you need to make holes in, especially when you consider that you can buy pre-CNC made tops online for about £60-80 inc delivery. £200 + sheet of material + time spent learning and using said guide system seems like time/money not well spent. Each to their own.

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Hi CG. The point you have raised is perfectly valid. I addressed it on a review video I made about the jig. For me I wanted multiple tables and some other jigs. So, for me, it was worth the outlay. Regards JP

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

PS - I paid £139

[@ytgre7767]

Let me ask you a question? You put a lot of time into your content editing setting up the frames uploading the latest video so why in the world if you did all this work would you put music to your video? Can never understand why content providers do this so I figured I would ask you?

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

It is a good question. I guess it's a KZbin thing. Personally I like the music it fills the gaps and everyone knows what a saw sounds like etc... Your not a fan of music generally in videos?

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

The music selection takes extra time as I need to find it

[@ytgre7767]

@@Smallbarnworkshop no I'm not if I wanted to hear a music video I would play music video but I'm watching a video about woodworking the last thing I expect is music and because the music volume was a lot higher than any of the other noises in the shop.. I'd rather hear you talk or hear nothing then hear music because I couldn't watch a video because of the music. I can never understand why people do that and then your answer it's a KZbin thing what the hell is that? Lol you spend time to make your content am I right? You're what I watch I'm not watching your videos to listen to music...best of luck with your channel

[@mururoa7024]

Wow, you have no dust extraction and are wearing no mask. I suppose you don't intend to live long. Best of luck. 👍

[@DavidLee-cw6ci]

What's that countersinking drill bit? It seems to have a nice large stop.

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Hi David. That tool is the most commented on on my channel! It’s a Trend. I’ll find the reference for you

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Trend SNAP/CSDS/4MMT Snappy Tc 4mm Drill/Csk Depth Stop,

[@DavidLee-cw6ci]

@@Smallbarnworkshop I will pick one up, thanks!

[@RetroGames1979]

Good video, music is a bit loud

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thanks Retro 👍 other too have had same comment on music. I've fixed this in future videos. Shame I cannot edit it after upload. Regards JP

[@jerryoverfelt2043]

Where do I get the fence system

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Hi Jerry. Check out benchdogs.co.uk/collections/fence-systems

[@91Some]

Help! What is the black ”measurig fence” called that is the first thing we see in the video?

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

It's a Fenchdog made by www.benchdogs.co.uk

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

See here kzbin.info/www/bejne/haeYhJebiauFe8k

[@mrgunn2726]

Why a T-Groove and not T-Track?

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Hi Mr G. I had the cutter so it was the cheap option. Regarding the dust extraction, I have since upgraded the dust unit, then bought a further system. Both videos are on the channel. Regards JP

[@mrgunn2726]

@@Smallbarnworkshop Thanks for the reply, glad to learn your lungs are getting a break. :)

[@frankblack1481]

Ideal if Peter Millard’s workshop gives you agoraphobia

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@oneeyedphotographer]

This is, I understand, intended to be a woodworking instructional video, not a music video. Let's have woodworking, not music.

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Hi. Few people have said the same. I’m trying to learn editing and on this occasion I got my mixing wrong. Interestingly, this video has my longest view hours and most new subs . Regards JP

[@paulfrankel4945]

Interestingly, If I turn the sound loud enough to hear you speak, the music is abhorrently, translation offensively loud.... @@Smallbarnworkshop

[@Tinker1950]

Nice project which I'd like to copy - but get rid of the bloody music. It's at three times the volume of the spoken parts and got sick of having to whip the volume control up and down.

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thanks. I cannot amend the video now its on KZbin. At over 60k views it is my most popular. There is no music on new videos. Regards JP

[@Tinker1950]

@@Smallbarnworkshop Got you - thanks

[@NielsNL68]

Your vid was interesting but i could not watch it until the end because the load music.

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Sorry Neils. I know of the issue but cannot re-edit once on KZbin. I have rectified the issue on the later videos. Regards

[@NielsNL68]

@@Smallbarnworkshop as long you think about it in new vid's it is okey ;)

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

Thank you.

[@mikee6657]

your music is really loud

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

I know. Sorry. I wish I could alter it after posting. Glitch has been sorted on future movies. Regards JP

[@tano1747]

Music unnecessary and extremely annoying

[@kevinohara8671]

Bit small lol

[@Smallbarnworkshop]

It’s not the size. It’s what you do with it! Regards JP