Deck Chair | Epoxy Laminated Cedar and Torch Blackened Steel

[@cskilbeck]

Gold Standard in every way - the thing you're building, how you build it, how you film it, how you edit the video and the voice over to bring it home. Every Oltrogge video is a special treat.

[@georgev.georgeson5300]

You're a genius, Mr. Oltrogge. Thank you for sharing your designs and process with us!

[@Grunblau]

Thanks! I am glad you enjoyed it!

[@SeanHodgins]

Wow beautiful chair! Your work is so iconic.

[@tinman7551]

Every video is a treat. You never know when a new video will drop or what it’s going to be about when it does, but one thing is always true when they do finally arrive; they’re really rather bloody well worth waiting for. 🥰😍

[@Grunblau]

Thank you!

[@davidsmurphy2]

I feel like I'm watching "How it's made, with Brian Oltrogge." Your videos continue to be evergreen. Your music and editing choices seem to be as accurate and fitting as the accuracy of all your fittings. Thanks for the inspiration sir!

[@MrZebbyz]

I get probably 10 times as much satisfaction by watching your videos than you get from building the incredible things that you create I think I just died and went to heaven

[@PrincipleCaliber]

You are a master. The meticulous thought and execution of your designs is truly miraculous. I'm always amazed Brian.

[@reydelsanchez]

His narrative voice reminds me of one of my son and I favorite channel: How its Made!! 😄👍💯❤ thats a beautiful modern industrial chair

[@Grunblau]

Thank you! It think so too and it is now where I put on my shoes everyday!

[@Phoeff99]

“Oh let me experiment with processes I’ve never tried before”….oops! did I just reestablish the industry standard by which all similar processes should now be done because of precision, material usage, tool efficiency, and design? Oh well, things happen! 🙏🏻 incredible Brian. Just incredible.

[@Grunblau]

Thanks! I have designed/built a lot of things using bent steel (see Platform CNC). Something like this was always in the back of my mind as a way to not have to wait a week or two to get the parts back.

[@Ninjump]

For real!

[@davidhughes7888]

I was feeling down today ……. Your chair skill design etc have really cheered me up. Many many thanks

[@Grunblau]

I’m glad you found the video! Some days are better than others and I hope today continues to be a good one for you. 👊👍

[@mitchellhenry6225]

First video that I've seen and I watched it to the end. It was like watching a better version of "how it's made"

[@ElRel]

This is very sophisticated small scale fabrication. You are breaking some new ground here

[@laszlofarkas9997]

Design: AAA Creativity (cutting steel parts): AAA Metal and woodworking: AAA Surface treatment: AAA The end result: this chair is beautiful!

[@Grunblau]

Thank you!

[@PrenticeBoy1688]

Top hole, old bean. Your videos soothe the fevered, OCD plagued mind like nobody else's.

[@jacobcrowley8207]

I love the consideration to construction within the designs. It's so functional and satisfying. The patterns themselves had a beauty to them as well, bending via cuts to the material and leaving a visible pattern.

[@Grunblau]

Thank you!

[@treiiezi]

that chair belongs in a museum

[@ricosalvan9822]

It is so satisfying watching a master at work.

[@tipsybrew]

Brian, as always, your work is amazing. Everything you share is an incredible example of style, design, engineering, and execution. Thanks for sharing!

[@jrucker2004]

Man, you have such a great eye for design. In a totally 100% selfish request, I wish you'd post more, just to inspire the rest of us a little more often.

[@Grunblau]

Thank you. Have more in the works!

[@unshanks]

The VO gives me big "How It's Made" vibes, and I'm here for it. Love your videos as always.

[@BuildswithBrian]

Seldom does a fabrication video leave me speechless 👍 incredible work and technique. Guess I’m not totally speechless 😆

[@pqr590]

I'm blown away by every single one of your projects, I learn something new every time. Thanks for sharing.

[@Grunblau]

Great! I am glad.

[@mattelias721]

Brian, I've been following your channel almost from inception. I can only think of two words to describe you and your process: Evil. Genius.

[@Potatogambit]

I’m just lost for words. Magnificent work.

[@joell439]

I’m speechless…….. WOW. Stunning results. 👍👍😎👍👍

[@networkcrasher]

I loved how I was watching him blacken the chair, and all I'm thinking to myself is "he's basically seasoning that thing, cool!" and then of course Brian goes - this is much like seasoning a new cast iron pan! Cracked me up.

[@Grunblau]

I think a lot of people can relate to seasoning a pan. This was a very satisfying process!

[@RalfWegner]

What a Blast 2 watch, You are such a talented Artist, thanks for taking us on this Journey

[@Grunblau]

You bet!

[@Ninjump]

My jaw dropped at those patterns. Fantastic thought process!

[@nachtgoblin24]

i love watching you work. it is always educational and the fact that you barely use shortcuts or make compromises is just great. thanks for making the effort and sharing what you do.

[@Grunblau]

Thanks. This is the primary reason that you’ll never see me go to a weekly schedule. I wish I could do monthly but there is enough content on YT to justify not just churning videos.

[@nachtgoblin24]

@@Grunblau I agree. I assume you have a dayjob so I don't think there is a need to pressure yourself. I think the goal here is to share projects you love doing and that you think are worth sharing. as you said there is so much content and so many creators. if everyone just put out a video a year albeit with very high quality, it would probably still be too much to watch. On another note Id love to know if this design would work on a tube laser and how much it would cost.

[@boryscholewinski4370]

I plan to watch this yearly or so. Like home alone

[@WouterZtube]

Superb. And the satisfying almost old fashioned way of explaining makes this incredibly good. Thank you

[@Grunblau]

Even if by old fashioned, you mean the way KZbin used to have videos that went beyond 5 minute crafts…. I thank you!

[@Infrared73]

I love watching a creative process, but this one definitely hit more buttons than most. When I saw the square tube as the start point it had me hooked. I don’t know if this is commonly done but for me, that was an amazing concept with a gorgeous result.

[@Grunblau]

Thanks! I was hoping someone would come out with a 4x4 post challenge and I would enter this as a gag…

[@Infrared73]

@@Grunblau This is too good to be a gag honestly. I think it would raise the bar on any such challenge.

[@kylebracht]

I live in my shop some days for that exact reason! I want to explore a process, a new mechanism, a new design feature, etc. more so than the final product

[@Grunblau]

Truly the best time. I have a few false starts laying around that are just a real world sketch and learning opportunity!

[@joshbovee2073]

So this video showed up in my KZbin feed, and I did a double take when I saw the creator's name. Definitely a blast from the past. Glad to see you're doing well Brian, and the products you're making are fantastic.

[@Grunblau]

Hey thanks! Glad you found the videos!

[@DerSolinski]

Ah now I remember why I subscribed, because your projects are awesome and well presented. Honestly, I think you can sell that chair for 650$ and still have a lot of customers. Truly a timeless piece you created there. Well done.

[@CraigsWorkshop]

That's an outstanding chair design. And I really enjoyed seeing your idea for using square tube as a source material, and making use of the existing corners like that. I'd want a set of those in the living room! Cheers, Craig

[@Island.dweller]

Great Video.... hights my lack of a welder, and plasma cutter

[@curtismakes]

Best maker on youtube. It'd be cool to cut it out on a plasma table with a 4th axis.

[@Grunblau]

I asked a local shop to quote 4 Axis Laser… $440 and they wouldn’t let me film it.

[@spiralout112]

Wow what a build, love the focus on design decisions and the jig setups! That blackening too was just perfect!

[@sixsgma1563]

As much as I would love to see a new video from you every week, you are the epitome of quality over quantity! Great work as always.

[@Grunblau]

Thanks for understanding! I would like to post more regularly, but not if I start needing to do filler videos to make a schedule. If I have something to share, I’ll raise my hand.

[@manfredschmalbach9023]

@@Grunblau Thanks for that. And thanks for sharing. Good timing by the way, as I'm actually goofing around with steel these days and did not want to the rust patina thing, again ....

[@IrenESorius]

Bjootiful,, 🥰 Cheers Brian,, 🍻😎👍‍‍

[@s13Marino]

Very nice! Cool way of using the lasercut patterns. Lasercutters can be so useful in different ways with the right mindset.

[@aserta]

Heh, i do the same thing. Every five months, i set aside some time, and go through old architecture magazines. Using the month's number + the day, i count and pick the "next offender". Made cabinets, made chairs (i hate chairs...), made tablets, TV stands, et cetera. Fun process, fun challenge.

[@craigclark1773]

Please make more videos! I know it's a lot of work, but your channel is in my top 5. Thanks!

[@indie825]

Wow...That was amazing to watch a chair go from concept to completion. It is stunningly simple and Smithsonian quality. Thank you for taking us along for the journey.

[@Grunblau]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@bunnythekid]

20:36 - you’re looking good these days Brian

[@Grunblau]

Was worried I wasn’t going to be able to fit in my yoga pants….

[@barthanes1]

Excellent efficiency in the use of materials, and the templates are as beautiful as the final product. I didn't think your final product could look any better, and then your model sat in it.

[@iteerrex8166]

Like an architect you add a high level of ecstatics to your design. Well done 👍 The process as you call it, reminded of when I left home for uni, and began to cook for myself. I learned that it’s far more useful to learn techniques of cooking rather then recipes.. the same principle as it were.

[@Grunblau]

Yup. I might think like an architect because I are one. Good analogy with cooking!

[@iteerrex8166]

@@Grunblau lol I had no idea.

[@MarcsYoutube]

Brian, you're a legend! I'd discovered your channel back in architecture school while looking for Rhino and Grasshopper tutorials and not a single video of yours since then wasn't incredibly inspiring. You're creativity and craftsmanship is off the charts.

[@Grunblau]

Thanks! Been considering doing a Rhino/Grasshopper video that no one will watch. The koi pond and kayak have pretty elaborate definitions that I don’t even mention in the video… The kayak one calculates all kinds of hydrostatics and makes the form of the boat from like 9 points!

[@MarcsYoutube]

@@Grunblau I'd totally watch that! :)

[@alexold8183]

Wow, so much craftsmanship. So cool how you cut the pieces from steel tube, great layout.

[@Grunblau]

Thanks!

[@Bob_Adkins]

Great video by a master fabricator! Great move using the spar varnish over the epoxy. Lots of people don't know epoxy scratches too easily and UV destroys it.

[@raimundoferreira7626]

Thanks so much to letting us know how you achieve this piece of art Again , many thanks

[@gordon6029]

We need more videos! You rock.

[@charickter]

Brian! Always learning! Always teaching! Impeccable style, too! 😁

[@Grunblau]

Thank you!

[@realpdm]

Thanks for sharing your process of laying out that design on such simple materials. The chair looks fantastic and your process was very cool to learn from. Thank you.

[@Nick_LS]

The whole process is so satisfying to watch. Voice over is on point and poised. I have watched this thrice till date! 👍

[@Grunblau]

Thank you for your comment! I might change the thumbnail to show more of the process. So just a heads up if your 4th viewing it is harder to find next time :)

[@Thejakegee]

Well said. I love testing processes.

[@bigshantolifting]

You have been so missed sir. Love all your content. Such a makerphilosopher

[@Grunblau]

Thank you very much for your comment!

[@yuvachang7085]

Thisis one of those projects where a 5axis CNC plasma cutter would be soooooooooo satisfying.

[@Grunblau]

Agree!

[@BigKeith510]

These chairs are works of art! Thank you for creativity and craftsmanship

[@Grunblau]

Thanks!

[@ButlerBeachTray]

Stunning output in every way! Thank you for sharing.

[@Lishchynskyi_Y]

Wow. Great idea with plywood patterns and beautiful realisation

[@Grunblau]

Thank you!

[@More_Row]

Man that's a nice looking chair.

[@ekim000]

Gorgeous thing! I made a steel framed concrete topped table and used the torch and linseed oil finish. Five years later it is holding up fine. Old timey is good timey 😉

[@Grunblau]

This was truly a welcome surprise… I am wondering if coating with spar varnish is good enough for outdoors?

[@ekim000]

@@Grunblau I've had good success with a local penetrating polymer wax coating called woodoc. Goes on easy and is really easy to touch up when it eventually weathers. Have never liked varnish as it's such a misision to refinish.

[@WilliamEllison]

I always enjoy these videos.

[@Grunblau]

Thanks

[@KarlGBergman]

Thank you for sharing! Always wonderful to watch your processes and to hear your thoughts.

[@TotalBoat]

This chair is stunning!! Beautiful design and build!

[@Grunblau]

Thank you. Also, thanks to the person that answers the phone at Jamestown for the patient direction for what products of yours to use over cedar!

[@Grunblau]

…also, you should see the kayak I want to build ;)

[@Sam_596]

I'm really glad to see your videos. Relaxing and interesting to a perfect degree

[@branchandfoundry560]

Brian, you have a winner with this one!

[@dewexdewex]

Very stylish chair and great process.

[@rionmotley2514]

Glad you're back in the swing of projects (that we can see)! Dig the ergonomics. Was waiting for the whole family/neighborhood to sit in it This Old Tony time-lapse style. Lol.

[@Grunblau]

Had that in mind. Was going to involve the dog too. Figured 20 minutes is enough of a run time!

[@armanarif8223]

Masterpiece... and you have my dreaming workshop, tools, and machinery.. one day.. 😁

[@Grunblau]

Thank you!

[@timberdish]

Absolutely superb! Jaw droppingly good vid, Brian. As ever!

[@silverfox2852]

You have all the toys. I did a laminated handle with just wood glue once.

[@Grunblau]

Awesome! That’s all you need! If I wasn’t going to plop down in this chair, I would have just used glue.

[@nils1953]

Happy that you are posting videos again! Your shop looks awesome, if you ever think about doing a shop tour, I would love it!

[@Grunblau]

I am hoping to build my own prefab shop in the next 5-10 years…. I just helped with the layout and design of the gray and yellow assembly/CNC room and I am lucky enough to get to use it.

[@Preso58]

Bravo. So many cool aspects to this build. My favourite is the laser cut templates.

[@BOBcustom]

It looks extremely comfortable, and the chair too!

[@Grunblau]

It is nice… the kind you sort of sink into. I’d like to make a bench using the same geometry.

[@eustahijebrzic1866]

I really like your way and precision of making the items, and above all the design, the choice of materials and the final finish of the materials you use. So far the best youtube channel I've seen, not only because of the things mentioned above, but also because of the way the content is presented, unobtrusive to the senses and focused on the essence. Just keep surprising us with quality videos. Greetings.

[@MSNsee4d]

Geometry at the end is perfect 😉

[@leewilliamson1455]

Great idea thanks for showing it

[@Hiksan5]

Just came back to this video, and it is still both inspiring and rewarding to see. Experiments meet good design and fabulous videography. Did you ever come back to this design?

[@marty4645]

Brian really enjoyed your work and video, there is always something to learn. Mainly for me the lin seed oil and heat on metal and laminating. I thought that was cool too. A plasma cutter is on my short list of equipment to get. Awesome work God bless.

[@Grunblau]

Great to hear! It has been on my list for a long time too! Thanks.

[@gtg-inspections]

Really enjoyed your build. The bending Jig was great!

[@Grunblau]

Thanks!

[@120Livi]

I say this every time but I am so glad you're back. Love your style of videos and projects.

[@Grunblau]

Thank you!

[@rubinhorh]

wow!! amazing design!!!

[@Chris-bg8mk]

DANG! Brian is making something! Click's 'Like' then watches video. Aaahhhhh! Yep, I liked it all right! :^)

[@Grunblau]

Ha! Thanks

[@rizwanabdulas]

Your work should be rewarded.

[@Grunblau]

Compliments and constructive comments are rewards enough. Thanks!

[@isnie]

Inspiring video Brian. Thank you for detailing your process. Learning tons of stuff.

[@Kato414]

There are plenty of videos online of people making stuff in their garages with little planning (and no disrespect to them), but your unique emphasis on the process is extremely engaging. The demonstration of control over the process outcomes in small production volumes with no dedicated machines is the biggest reason why I appreciate your channel. Question: How do you market your set of skills? I’m an engineer and I feel like I share your love of and talent for creating unique processes like this, but it’s not obvious to me how I might use these specific skills to deliver value except by working for a small fab shop. I currently work for a large manufacturer, and I often find my skills don’t have a clear place in the engineering role I signed up for. I’m very interested in learning about your professional journey. Thanks Brian!

[@Grunblau]

Thank you for your comment. You are correct that it is difficult to find a place that values your talents. For you, finding a way into the R&D part of the large manufacturer would be the most rewarding. If you cannot find what you need there, you can always carve out your own time to develop things that interest you. I designed and built my own CNC partially to scratch this itch while working at an architectural firm. As far as compensation, it might have to be considered in when you find something that is willing to pay you for what you would do for free. I gave up a salary 3X what I make now to return to YT and it was worth it. Now I need to figure out if I can stay.

[@leepepler9954]

Nice work Brian. As always your uploads are fantastic.

[@edwardsimmons3721]

Wow, beautiful piece of art.

[@russianbear2]

great looking and comfortable chair. For final touches I would add some kind of soft boots on leg ends and may be small padding on arms.

[@minskmade]

always happy to see your video releases...have learned tons...so bad ass on so many levels...loved how you used the plasma....the form is genius...love the clamp usage...greart content as usual

[@Grunblau]

Thank you for your comment!

[@user-vk2fq8ww8o]

Wow came out amazing! Great video

[@kmyerslp85]

Beautiful design. I love the shared clamping mechanism with one set of nuts between the seat and the backrest. Brilliant. Looks very modern like most of your designs. Keep up the good work.

[@Grunblau]

Thanks! It is details like this that I puzzled over for a week. Looks obvious, but it wasn’t to me right away…

[@kmyerslp85]

@@Grunblau If I tried a similar chair I'd have 4 sets of studs/nuts for the top and bottom of the seat and backrest. lol

[@AndrewSpencer2]

That was incredible to watch! You're right about the process as the project, I don't need any chairs, but I totally want to make one of these now! You should sell the cad files for those nifty laser templates, what a genius idea they were!

[@denisl2760]

While any competent fabricator can make a chair like this, there'd be some trial and error and it'd be a one off piece. This guy is truly special in that he plans everything out so there's no fiddling about, it just works right the first time, and he creates a repeatable process that can easily be scaled up for mass production.

[@profmoustache5217]

Awesome project, impressive execution and gorgeous result!! 🤯 Great content too, very well put together!! 👍

[@canonguy9448]

incredible work! so many good ideas packed in here. Thank you for sharing with the world!

[@SkylerOlsen]

Beautiful work as always. Thanks for sharing

[@Kamal_AL-Hinai]

Good to see you back Mr Brian!

[@Grunblau]

Thanks, it is good to be able to make content again!