Boat Building, Installing the Fore & Aft Decks, S2-E41

[@ariesdane5876]

I just binged watched 4 hours worth of your episodes. You're production quality of these videos is incredible, and they're just right balance of showing your work vs talking about it. Thank you for the hard working in putting these videos out - and let's hope you're efforts are rewarded with 10x the views / subscribers by the end of the year.

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Wow, thanks! I'm glad you've enjoyed them. Thanks for watching and your kind comment!

[@douglasmoffat6560]

Not sure why I chose this episode to make this comment but it is incredibly satisfying watching your boat coming together! I am late to your videos; I learned of you from Acorn to Arabella. Since I am watching your videos in order I haven’t seen whether you paint the underside of the bow deck and bed it since it’s supposed to be watertight. I have a couple of 95-year old wood-canvas canoes that I’ve recanvased so I at least have some knowledge of how to stretch canvas!

[@mattevans-koch9353]

Every time I watch your videos I seem to find some little trick or idea that I had never considered but is just genius. The toilet bowl ring for waxing screws is one I can put to use immediately. Thank you Bob for all that you share.

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching!

[@Edivision]

Magnificent craftsmanship. I love watching you work. Thank you Bob.

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Thank you very much!

[@TrapShooter68]

Love your work. This is what PBS was meant to be. Just a person in a shed with their tools.

[@davidc6510]

Lot's of fine progress Bob. I was curious as to why you did not add butt blocks under the deck seam for added strength. Great videography in your videos. Thanks for sharing!

[@dalegaren3515]

I enjoy watching build your boat. I’m surprised you didn’t paint the underside of the decks.

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Hi Dale, It's really an unnecessary step. It would be like painting the underside of a house roof. The canvas covering will act like shingles on a house. These are areas that are not in direct contact with water. Thanks for your question and watching. Cheers, Bob

[@dalegaren3515]

I know all that but as meticulous as you are I thought you would paint them.

[@garryjackson3941]

art of boat building...i tend to disagree where the higher moisture content off lake or sea air will be traped an allowed to soak into the bare timber ply

[@TheClBlues]

Fine work, fine tools and fine tricks to achieve this beauty ! Your videos are a real pleasure to follow, even the music is not necessary compared to your explanations and the cool noise of tools ! I can't wait to see the next one, but don't hurry Bob, keep this so enjoyable calm rythm.

[@thomasarussellsr]

I am surprised you didn't paint the deck panels, undersides and edge, before screwing them down. It is your boat, and the plans call for a canvas covering, but I would have loved to see bright worked wood striped decks. Of course, those might still be going on top of the canvas. (I hope). Great trim work, lining out the cuts to fit perfectly. I love watching you work. Your meticulously accurate work, that anyone can follow, is a joy to watch. You are a great craftsman and teacher. See you on the next edition/video.

[@Mr16251]

Calm and methodical as always. I love watching your work.

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Thank you very much!

[@fonhollohan2908]

Looks great Bob, as usual your camera work is superb.

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Many thanks!

[@_blento_2637]

Absolutely love your videos. What I find amazing 😂 is that your workshop is as clean as pharmacy 😂. @ 7:30 there is some dust from boring and on 7:39 all cleansed. When u get done with this project please come to Atlanta. I need some help at house cleaning 😂😂😂

[@jaysonlima9271]

I can assure you my shop looks absolutely nothing like his lol there's probably a solid ¾" of sawdust on the floor, but it makes cleaning any spilt paint very easy, just let it dry and lift it off. Not saying I'm a slob mind you, my tools are always stowed, neat and clean. But the floor eh not so much lol

[@MCsCreations]

Amazing work, Bob! It's getting even more beautiful! 😃 Nicely done! Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@mkbman45]

PBS needs to give you a show!

[@DFMurray]

Gonna go grab my coffee real quick then watch this. Going to be a gooood morning!

[@richardbohlingsr3490]

Very nice craftmanship and attention to detail.

[@tedlinzy5865]

Wow! Great way to start a frosty Saturday. Thanks!

[@SH-fi8sn]

I'm really enjoying your project/videos. Such a beautiful boat! It's a joy to watch it come together

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Thank you very much!

[@johncollins5021]

You make complicated boat building simple. Nice work.

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Thanks John!

[@pjcd7016]

Very nice, but why not paint the boards before assembly?

[@hrmacdonald4471]

First time watcher of your videos. I'm not a boat builder, but I love boats. I really enjoyed this video and will watch more of them...thank you for sharing!

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Thanks for watching!

[@joematthews]

So satisfying to see the small aft deck edge pieces fit in

[@bulentkamali]

Kind regards from Izmir, Turkey sir. I have learned a lot from you. What you're doing is precious for guys like me who wants to build his own sail boat.

[@pnchad]

Mad skills. Bravo

[@keithbrowning3899]

Such a relaxing 25 minutes for a Sunday morning. Some of the other boat building videos I follow are more Indiana Jones - seat of the pants experiences. Both have their place. Look forward to when your beautiful boat finally hits the water.

[@brettjohnsey6517]

Sunday ? Its Saturday lol

[@keithbrowning3899]

@@brettjohnsey6517 We are all in lockdown and have been for weeks. I have no idea what month it is let alone what day....thanks for the heads up.

[@thomasarussellsr]

Heck, I thought it was Sunday too. Thanks for the correction.

[@richardsiddon610]

Cheers Bob. Have a good weekend.

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

You Too!

[@Rsama60]

This will be a nice boat. I am always on the lookout for a new eppisode.

[@surprising321]

Thank you Bob, love to watch you and your craftsmanship.

[@michaelwilkinson2928]

Beautiful craftsmanship. Surely in any wooden boat you should varnish if at all possible to show off the beauty of the build material, especially for the decks?

[@rick91443]

Always enjoy watching(as I always say, and quite often.) cheers...rr Normandy, France

[@rainbowchild63]

Hello,Bob!Great job as always!Not job but the art!

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Thanks 👍

[@marekkaletka6746]

It has to be one of the cleaniest boat build u've seen, and great camera work as well. Thanks for sharing.

[@tomtruesdale6901]

She is coming right along Bob, you are doing some very fine work there. I am surprised you did not use and sort of bedding compound on the deck beams or is that something that might happen later? Looking forward to the next video

[@hawazz1]

Thank you, Bob! Great as always!!

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

My pleasure!

[@thomasvelure6237]

As always,vey fun and informative. Thanks Bob

[@SpecimenSpiff]

This project is moving right along. Going to be in the water soon!

[@chetthejet3896]

7:20 Bob Did you tell the folks what you use for the beeswax? Bathroom commode seal which is very cheap and easy to find works great..

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Hi Chet, Yes, in past video. I’m planning on doing a section on screws in the next video. Thanks for the reminder! Cheers, Bob

[@garyfroeschner2523]

Great work.

[@danielguilbeau5403]

Excellent travail

[@VAdu56]

I admire your work and the thoroughness you exert to build this boat ... Super Bravo! I am nonetheless surprised that everything is screwed on, and that the wood slices are not coated with paint or varnish before mounting them, because more trad, the humidity will start to come in pae there ... what do you think? well done again for your videos and your work! Vincent from France

[@ricklapp83]

The music is soporific Bob.

[@joaodarocha]

Why didn't you seal the ends of those boards?

[@anibalachondo876]

cuanto que se aprende con tus videos, saludos desde argentina

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Muchísimas gracias

[@aluminium83510]

Great job super, from France

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Thank you very much!

[@davidhealy7687]

Really enjoying this series. As an accomplished woodworker I still an constantly learning more. Could you send me the plans for your ceterboard and box?

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Hi David, So glad you're enjoying the Haven build. The plans are copyrighted by Joel White and the Wooden Boat Store. So I can't share that part with you. However, you can purchase study plans that I believe will give you the information you're looking for. www.woodenboatstore.com/products/haven-12-1-2-study-plan-digital?variant=17247473303642 Cheers, Bob

[@BrunoWiebelt]

just wondering why is there no calking seams on the afterdeck. I think to have it waterproof would be good considering rainwater.(sweet water) . Nice build.

[@WhatAboutTheBee]

Hi Bruno. Pause at 14:43 and note that the deck meets the inside edge of the frames. This leaves a gap the size of the frame thickness! I'm not convinced that caulking the seams between the decking boards is going to substantially change the outcome here! Cheers!

[@horatiohornblower868]

Both decks will be covered with canvas. No need for caulking here.

[@BrunoWiebelt]

@@horatiohornblower868 that makes no sens, why not building the afterdeck in plywood too?

[@BrunoWiebelt]

@@WhatAboutTheBee good point , this part of the build makes no sens for me

[@WhatAboutTheBee]

@@BrunoWiebelt Think of it this way. Water is going to come into this boat. Unavoidably so. Even if the decks are canvassed, water will come directly into the cockpit. The water will flow into the bilge and then be pumped out. Other than the hull, spending extraordinary effort in making other parts of the boat water tight seems like wasted effort to me. Your mileage may vary. I'm sure Bob has a plan!!

[@adamchambers5599]

After years of balsa bashing, Im starting to feel the urge for a boat. I only live 2 miles from the sea near Southampton, so I really should get building.

[@SkylersRants]

I have my yankee screwdriver like that from my dad and I love it. However, I find that if I get too exuberant in using it, then it tends to hop up off the screw and then wehn I push down again it digs a nice cross shape in the wood. I try to only use it on pieces that aren't cosmetically critical. You have better self control than I do!

[@SkylersRants]

@@boooshes Perhaps you're right, I will be sure to check the fit closer next time. I think I just lift it out out of excessive movement, but I'll try your suggestion.

[@michenji]

Thanks immensely

[@psblad2667]

Re the aft bulkhead; the lower end of the planks (against the hull). Wouldn´t it be practical to have a small gap between the end grain and the hull plank to prevent rot in that area?

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Cedar is a naturally rot resistant wood. Being painted on both sides and the cedars natural abilities I don't have any concerns about rot. Thanks for watching! Cheers,

[@porkchop955]

The two people who gave a thumbs down have never smelled freshly milled cedar!

[@glassgoat9601]

Looking good!

[@JenkinsBoatWorks]

Love your attention to detail Bob, not only with the carpentry but some of your camera angles and work are fantastic. I do have a question about your stern knee. Did you cut off slightly the top to fit under the deck? Mine was long and I actually left it and it is visible above my deck. Just curious. I went back and forth on this for weeks.

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Hi Chuck, No I did not have to cut it. When I had the aft deck beams in and laid a straight edge on them it came out right above the stern knee just slightly touching it. It's your boat really doesn't matter. Looking forward to the water as I'm sure you are as well. Cheers, Bob

[@CorwynGC]

How does the old fashioned method of canvas on wood, work with modern paints? Are you planning on using epoxy paint?

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

I’ve got an modern twist up my sleeve for applying the canvas. All will be revealed in the next episode. Great question! Thanks for watching.

[@CorwynGC]

@@TheArtofBoatBuilding Looking forward to it.

[@liotellan9935]

Did you seal the end grain of the decking boards?

[@gordonclark7632]

By the time your next instalment comes around, I am well and truly ready and waiting for it. I was wondering what you use on the screws. Is it grease or some special wax substance to help with the insertion of the screw?

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Hi Gordon, It's a toilet ring seal. Bee's wax! Cheers,

[@gliderguld]

Hi. Allways a pleasure to see your top craftmanship. Just wondering, why you didn't paint the underside of the deck before monuting it. BR /Poul

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Hi Paul, It's really an unnecessary step. It would be like painting the underside of a house roof. The canvas covering will act like shingles on a house. These are areas that are not in direct contact with water. Cheers, Bob

[@gliderguld]

@@TheArtofBoatBuilding Thx - just thought theese enclosed areas might limit ventilation and hence stay damp for some time after sailing.

[@pedroaffonsorosar1315]

Parabéns. Muito bom trabalho

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

obrigado por assistir

[@dbhyslop]

Have you considered wrapping the canvas around the edges instead of adding an edge veneer?

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Hi Dan, No I haven't. One issue with wrapping it is that it's such a small lip and that it's curved, it would be a challenge to get the canvas to lay properly. The wood trim will be walnut. I think it will give the sheer a nice accent. Thanks for watching! Cheers, Bob

[@petterandersson7429]

I'm looking forward to the mast and spar build. Are they solid or hollow. Round or rectangular? If hollow will you use the "bird mouth" method?

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Hi Petter, I'm not sure what method yet. It will be round. Which method are you interested in? Cheers, Bob

[@petterandersson7429]

@@TheArtofBoatBuilding I would really be most interested in a hollow round mast and spar using the Bird Mouth router bit method. There are some videos on "bird mouth" on U tube but I'm sure you could add to the Library a much better and comprehensive video.

[@josephmirabello9207]

It’s been a long time, I’m not sure if you’re still looking here. But I have a few questions is there a reason you don’t epoxy the joints? And what’s the reason for the driver instead of a cordless

[@ibrahimarslan2484]

Eline sağlık. Tebrikler. Yakışıklı abim.

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

teşekkür ederim

[@tedkeenan6803]

I was working as a boat builder in the late 80's and can confirm that mahogany plywood was readily available and used interchangeably with other forms of marine plywood. Unfortunately no one was concerned with if it was being sustainably sourced, which has lead to the current restrictions.

[@robertbamford8266]

Thanks for the video. Scribing is always interesting. I don’t build boats, but I wondered about backpriming the decking and all the various supporting pieces. Unnecessary? Also, you are using slotted screws. Is there a reason beyond authenticity and availability?

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

I'll talk about slotted screws in the next video. Thanks for watching ! Cheers,

[@billywhizz6483]

Great progress again! I understand why it's painted but it always seems a shame to cover up that beautiful woodwork.

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

I get that. There will be plenty of bright work in the cockpit. By painting the cedar the walnut will have a chance to really shine. Thanks for watching!

[@simmonscarl1]

Hope your tiller has a pretty good bend to it otherwise it is going to stickup pretty high off the deck.

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Hi Carl, Thanks for your concern. The designer, Joel White, has it covered.

[@liotellan9935]

You could make the ply wood?

[@davidbright7411]

Are these your plans and do you have a list of your boat plans

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Hi David, The Haven 12 1/2 plans are a Joel White design. They can be purchased at the Wooden Boat Store www.woodenboatstore.com/products/16-haven-12-1-2-class?variant=16904448573530

[@billjohnson8794]

Did you have to seal the bottom of the aft bulkhead boards?

[@jerryjohns7358]

Why not use cedar for fore deck instead of plywood?

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Hi Jerry, I didn’t see a good reason to deviate from the plans. Thanks for watching! Cheers

[@ateliedemaquetes.aereoenav4894]

Hi, what is catenaries in the plans of boats?

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

If you start from the bow there is a fairly steep angle, then slowly flatten out until it blends smoothly into the bottom. This curvature in mathematicians call it a catenary. It can be seen when a rope is strung between 2 points, the curve of the sag due to the weight of the rope is a catenary arch.

[@ateliedemaquetes.aereoenav4894]

Thank You.

[@ateliedemaquetes.aereoenav4894]

@@TheArtofBoatBuilding can I post your explanation on Facebook? 

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Yes 👍

[@georgehenehan123]

Painting the bottom and bedding the deck pieces just not necessary or other reason?

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Correct just not needed. As you know cedar is naturally rot resistant and the location is not a constant wet area like the bilge.

[@cc-gu1ff]

how do you allow for swelling

[@campbellmj9405]

Curious Bob, how much would you estimate adds to your total time by filming the process?

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Hi Mike, Thanks for your question. Generally, I would say it take twice as long as to do a task. And editing will add another 50%. So 1/3rd of the time is spent actually building. Thanks for watching! Cheers, Bob

[@toddhanna1175]

@@TheArtofBoatBuilding Wow!! That is a lot of time dedicated to just sharing your art. I wouldn’t have guessed that it would be 2/3rds of your total process. Thank you so much for spending your valuable time with us. Much respect! Cheers from Chattanooga

[@danielgjorgjieski783]

Hello. How many boats have you built?

[@horatiohornblower868]

daniel gjorgjieski It's his very first one, but others will follow he promised.

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Two!

[@pcahill10]

How are you going to find time to talk with 28K fans?

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Indeed, Limited to 50

[@thomasarussellsr]

FCFS -50 SPOTS.

[@olatedin]

My (retired) boat building friend would go b a l i s t i c if he'd seen all those screw heads NOT aligned with the grain direction. (me, I'm eclectic :)

[@horatiohornblower868]

Those screw heads will be covered by canvas. I'm pretty sure Bob will fill them beforehand.

[@sunny71169]

I was thinking the same, but since they will be filled with fairing compound, (I think) and then canvassed over, why bother? That said, OCD would probably have made me do it too. All the slots in my outlet and switch covers in the house are aligned fore & aft. :o(

[@CorwynGC]

Why is it more important to have the screw slots lined up, rather than having the screws at precisely the right tightness?