Build a Shaker Step Stool - Weekend Woodworking Project!

[@mikecolo2158]

Those square pegs are a beautiful touch. It is neat how you can hear when they are fully seated. This is a project I have been thinking of making for our kitchen. Thanks for the video.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thanks! Yes I love that sound… very handy for the kitchen… that’s where this one is going.

[@mlsargent51]

I sort of laughed at "old enough to remember the 80's" as I sit remembering helping my Dad build our house in the 60's. You do bring back a lot of good memories of my Dad, thank you!

[@JonPetersArtHome]

That is awesome! Great to hear that, thanks!

[@garylawrence7547]

Hi Jon, about 40 years ago I made this exact stool, minus the handle, with hand cut dovetails. Still in use today.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Nice! Solid wood + hand cut dovetails… last for ever 👍

[@bsdbryn]

Learn something new in every one of your videos! Going to try out the square pegs.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Glad you like them!

[@CharlieMikeWoodworks]

I am always inspired to use hand tools when I watch you work, Jon. And those square pegs were amazing.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

@@CharlieMikeWoodworks that’s great to hear, thank you!

[@km343]

Great project video as always. I enjoy a cup of coffee and one of your woodworking videos to start my Saturday. I think I’m going to pick up the plans as well. Thanks!

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Awesome thanks! That’s great to hear… enjoy the project!

[@andrewbrown8148]

Very nice, simple build, Jon~! I really like that square-peg technique. First time I've ever seen that. Definitely something I'll be trying. Thanks for sharing it~!

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thanks! I wasn’t sure if it would work with Cherry but turned out pretty good no problems. Might not work with hardwoods like oak .

[@tonyb2760]

I love the wood choice for that stool. Thanks for sharing

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thanks Tony! Very fun little project.

[@sapelesteve]

Terrific build Jon! That's what I call stepping up your game! 👍👍🔨🔨

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thanks Steve! I’m working on the video now for Tomorrow’s… Todays Craftsmen video, it’s a good one… thanks for all your support here and there I really appreciate it!

[@branchandfoundry560]

Great walk-through of a useful & approachable weekend project, Jon!

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thanks Andrew!

[@MCsCreations]

Stunning step stool, Jon! Really amazing work!!! 😃 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@paulmannix1760]

Your build videos are like “poetry in motion”. Sometimes a little bit beyond my skill level but damn inspiring! Thanks.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thank you Paul!

[@edfurrow2605]

I watched closely but I’ll have to experiment with the pounding a square peg into a round hole technique. Looks great.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

I wasn’t sure it would work with Cherry but no problems👍

[@timothycreasy2161]

I didn't think a step stool could be that solid. I have to admit, the handle had me thrown when I first saw the stool. But it makes sense now. Very nice Mr. Jon 👍

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thanks Tim, I made for the shop but my wife decided she wanted it in the house because of the handle… so convenient to move around.

[@AB-nu5we]

Love cherry. Nice piece, as always.

[@nore8141]

The square pegs ….i like that ❤❤

[@MichaelScottPerkins]

The square-peg in a round-hole bit is really awesome! If KZbin had Emmy Awards you'd clean up in the woodworking/maker category every damn year!!!

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thanks Michael!

[@johnsrabe]

Love the handle! Nice work.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thanks !

[@moneymakingmikeg.9555]

Acknowledging that you owe me 20 projects means da world to me LOL!!! The simple lines, the square pegs, & the cut off biscuits showing at the bottom arte some super Dope features to this stool Jon. Hoping all is well Bud, Dirty Jersey out!!!

[@danyodice1048]

Cool little project Jon. I would like to give it a try myself...🤘🤘🤘

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Go for it! Great little stool to have around 👍

[@hebierob]

So cool!

[@Wordsnwood]

Turned out gorgeous, Jon!

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thanks Art!

[@michaelpeters799]

Crazy build

[@williamellis8993]

Nice little stool, Jon. That handle could also help steady anyone mounting the stool. Bill

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thanks Bill, for sure 👍

[@vernsteinbrecker3759]

Really like it, great job

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@idoherman8656]

Thank you so much. Very nice work.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thank you!

[@DjLooN]

Review on the Oliver planer?

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Good idea I’ll put it on the list… in short I do like it… but I’ll try to post a video about it soon.

[@hespinobc]

Hello Jon, I enjoy very much your woodworking projects, great job. Question for you on this particular project, if I were to use wooden dowels instead of screws to fasten the pieces together, will the stool be less solid? thanks

[@perfectlynormaldave]

Rule of thumb is dowels are actually stronger than screws provided you're also using a little wood glue.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Not at all, dowels would work … might just take a little longer to build

[@matchstickdesignco]

I argued with my kindergarten teacher that one could, in fact, drive a square peg into a round hole. 47 years later, I feel vindicated. 😂

[@JonPetersArtHome]

😂😂😂 I know the feeling

[@MichaelWilkins-zs9cd]

You didn’t show it but I’m sure you rounded over the corners of the handle. Great project

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thanks Michael, I did… i’m going to post a second video on distressing and finishing the stepstool.

[@perfectlynormaldave]

Hey Mr. JP, do you have a video showing how you made that big wooden push guard you use for your table saw? I wanna make one for my wood shop and would rather not have it catch on the blade and come flying up at my head because i built it incorrectly.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

I think you’re referring to the tablesaw sled… If that’s it search crosscut sled on my channel and you should find it.

[@moneymakingmikeg.9555]

Let's gooooo & FIRST!!🙏💯🙏💯

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Only 20 more projects to go! 😂 have a great weekend Mike!

[@theofarmmanager267]

Lovely piece. Like you, I haven’t purposely distressed a piece in decades. Are you still using that UV cured hard wax oil? I heard that there were issues?

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thank you! I haven’t used it in a long time… the dry time is great but it’s a lot of work.

[@theofarmmanager267]

@@JonPetersArtHome thank you. For almost every internal piece, my go to finish is 2 pack hard wax oil. If I’m making pieces like picture frame, I go back to shellac as there is no need for durability; everything else, 2 pack HWO. I now only use 2 pack as, like most woodworkers, I don’t have a dedicated finishing room or area and so really want that relatively quick cure. My only trial with the UV cure was….disappointing. Late last year, the Wood Whisperer published a video reviewing all the 2 pack HWO and his overall winner was Natura Onecoat. I had never heard of it and so contacted the makers. It was only launched in the US in 2023 and will be launched here in the UK this year. They were kind enough to send me a sample and it is by far the best that I have tried. Of course, 2 pack costs more per tin but you only need one coat and Natura covers about 55 square yards per litre. For me, it’s a lot easier to use than Rubio and certainly cheaper. If you’d like to try a sample, I’d be very happy to ask the guys at Natura to send you some? Just let me know

[@jimserhant7741]

Who says you can’t put a square peg in a round hole? 😊

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Works pretty good 👍 wasn’t sure it work in cherry like It does in pine.

[@marwanabutarieh1868]

Is it possible to put the hande in the middle from the back?. It may be more easy to handle.😅

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Maybe… i’m sure I could figure something out

[@tintansigloXXI]

Pasando a saludar al algoritmo y aprendiendo algo nuevo

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Thanks!

[@ChiriKain]

does the step stool get stuck in the washing machine too?

[@JonPetersArtHome]

😂😂😂

[@paulwood6659]

Square peg same dim as the diameter?

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Yes, 1/4” holes 1/4” pegs… I just posted a video yesterday going into some more of the details.

[@paulwood6659]

thanks, saw that video pop up@@JonPetersArtHome

[@WalterMelons]

I’d be scared to split the boards with the square pegs after doing all that work to get them perfect.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

I have to admit I was a little concerned… But then I figured this is going to be a rustic piece. 😂 I’m happy it didn’t split though

[@2sumu]

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[@LadyGecko]

Dude, you have totally misconstrued the purpose of the ‘handle’. It’s NOT about being too lazy to bend over to pick up the stool, it;s about safety as you step up to the top.

[@JonPetersArtHome]

Dude, maybe read my description before commenting.