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[@matthiaswandel]

Way to go! now those guys that never build anything will have to come up with new reasons! Oh, maybe they'll just go on youtube and comment about how they *would* do it so much better!

[@AlexMovitz]

+Matthias Wandel Plus, no pocket holes!

[@therealpanse]

+Matthias Wandel I *would* do something, but I got a dislocated finger atm. Is that reason good enough? :(

[@dstarr3]

+Matthias Wandel But I'm laaaaaaaaaazy. :-( But you're right, if I weren't so lazy, I'd totally do a much better job. Totally 100% absolutely.

[@marcoslopez54]

De acuerdo

[@timhyatt9185]

+Steve Ramsey every project has "room" for tweeking. all comes down to how much fiddling you are willing to do with it...... there's so many places that could be tweeked out if you wanted to; would they actually "improve" it? that becomes highly subjective.... (should we get mathias to test how strong the lag-screw joints are? ;) )

[@ModernBuilds]

Love the limited tools projects!

[@poptya]

Just a circular saw, a drill, and maybe a sander....and 2 clamps, and a speed square, and 2 sawhorses, and a hammer and chisel, and an impact driver, and a putty knife, and a wrench, and a paint roller, and screws and glue. lol just messing with ya, love your videos :P

[@talleysuehohlfeld446]

true--but those aren't power tools (stuff like screws & glue are more "materials" than equipment). And if someone has a saw and a drill, they probably have a hammer. This shows how you can make a lap joint without a router or a table saw (and you could do rabbets this way as well, probably)

[@tyronicusmaximus4230]

If you have a drill you don't need an impact driver

[@talleysuehohlfeld446]

anything he did with the impact driver, the rest of us can do with a drill. He only used it for speed. it doesn't negate his basic point.

[@talleysuehohlfeld446]

This is the first time I've seen a circular saw used to cut out a whole section like that. This was inspiring! I have done a lot with just a saw and a drill (I discovered the pocket-hole jig, which does a lot for me)--this technique gives me even more ideas and more confidence.

[@raycarpenter]

I'm going to start sharing this video with everyone that tells me that they want to build something but don't have the tools. Great job on showing the circular saw possibilities.

[@aceoft3482]

Thanks for another great video Steve! I appreciate that you show your mistakes. And don't let the hair splitters get you down. They complain about the $50 sander and your outdoor workshop but then go sit in front of a $1,200 HDTV for the evening and play on a $600 cell phone and $400 gaming machine with $500 in accessories and games. All about priorities ;-)

[@carmelomorales1]

Steve, my man. You have saved my life. After watching other videos of other people, who would use high fancy equipment to make their project, I decided to go with you. You work with simple tools, and explain things so simple that I have become one of your fan. This week I will start this bed project you have built. Let you know how it comes out. Muchas gracias and put more videos of how to build a 〜〜。

[@DesignByRo]

As someone who had a full woodworking shop many moons ago, I love the thought that I can indulge in one of my favorite hobbies living in a small townhouse! Thank you Steve. I also appreciate your transparency of showing us when you've made a mistake. So many times we know it's "measure twice, cut once" but in the creativity of the moment we tend to forget. LOVE your channel!

[@Andyjpro]

Easily the best the limited tools project so far!

[@user-ri7bm8mw7i]

+Andy Prokopyk agreed :D

[@FatGayandTired]

I love that you show your mistakes-it really give the sense you can do this yourself!

[@roughgalaxy7990]

I know this is an older video but I just want to say that I really appreciate this limited tools thing. So many "beginner" woodworking videos on youtube have planers and jointers, and tablesaws/bandsaws/etc/etc and having these videos makes woodworking so much more accessible to people who want to get into it and only have some cobbled together garage sale tools.

[@bushyman477]

You are literally the only youtuber I will happily watch the sponsership products for. Very funny

[@w4rr10r11]

The Enter Sandman reference made me laugh. Love the stupid crap you put in your videos. lol

[@k.hraian3886]

Metallliicaaaaaaaa

[@sohamsengupta6470]

SLEEP WITH ONE EYE OPEN HOLDING YOUR *MICROJIG - MAKER OF THE GRR-RIPPER* *WORK SAFER. WORK SMARTER*

[@Lydecker007]

Casper doesn't pay you enough. By far, the best ad I've seen in a long time. Funny, informative, and authentic. This is the way to do paid sponsor videos!

[@SupremeDP]

Finally a "simple diy" video that does not pull out table saws, routers and pocket screw jigs in the first minute, lol. Thanks! Super cool.

[@dinkledord7026]

5:06 I saw that board split Steve!

[@MadelineBrigit]

*GASP!*

[@thebearcouncil8810]

XD

[@SuperYtviewer]

All you need is a drill, a circular saw, some coordination, wood, plans, patience to line all the wood up before critical cuts, a mattress sponsor, a place to cut/assemble. We are ready to go. (Oh yes, don't forget the Toy Story paint colors.) Even with the slip ups, this was a great design/build. Nice job. - Annie

[@brucewayne-px4lv]

You are a marketing genius. This is the first advertisement plug that i have fully watched in a youtube video without closing it or bypassing the ad. Even more so i enjoyed it. Pretty cool.

[@Jcolinsol]

I appreciate that you leave in your mistakes and explain your methods of fixing them. It's honestly much more valuable than if the video just showed how to do the job perfectly.

[@tjwoodworkshop1411]

Great idea for a small space. The paint colors look great as well. My favorite part of your channel is the fact that you don't confirm to the woodworking norms of staining every freaking thing. Paint is so lively and makes a lot of things pop. Thanks for creating free content for us true mere mortals. Your approach makes me motivated to make things, even if my wife says we don't have room for it.

[@demigodnogood1595]

Thumbs up... I had always been talking about this. You should see what my great grandfather built using just hand tools... It is not the tools that make a carpenter, but the skills.

[@Akademee]

As of today this is my favorite limited tools project. Often times when people make limited tool projects its some trinkety, novelty, not terribly useful but still interesting thing. But this...this was a substantial piece of furniture that really has a practical use and a larger project to teach people that they can break the mold of novelty conversation pieces and make actual furniture. Good on ya

[@TheShavingWoodWorkshop]

I really like how easily you made this project to approach for anyone.

[@SasduPlessis]

Thanks Steve. It's good to go back to basics as you have done initially - from the back of your truck, filling in detail that we wannabe makers wont know (such as "Kiln dried"). You do it right and it motivates, 'cause it shows that it really can be done by idiots like such as myself. Remember, most people dont beleive that they can do this sort of thing. They did not grow up tinkering or did not have a dad who showed them and taught them. All they had was TV. And all that TV teaches you is how to be a smart-ass. They see everything as specialized and so out of reach and above their competency level. A little bit of guidance such as this was what motivated me just over a year ago and it was from your vids. Now I am also reasonably following (understanding) all your other brothers in arms such as Jay Bates, Mathias Wandel, Jimmy Diresta, Izzy Swan etc. All of you guys, you really inspire. Thanks. PS: I'm from South Africa.

[@sjbl1962]

Steve, you absolutely right about not needing a shop and a bunch of tools. Many, many years ago while I was working my way through college I would work off the back of my truck (instead of driving back to the shop). Truth be told, building in a shop, with a bunch tools, is quicker and easier though. Great video, thanks Steve.

[@5minutelearner]

Great video - I appreciate that you are willing to admit your mistakes and then have the ingenuity to correct them without wasting materials.

[@goofeybutreal4398]

I built this exact bed 2 years ago. The bed is strong and durable. This has inspire me to build more projects, such as a dresser drawer and a kitchen table with minimal tools. Thank you!👍🏿❤️

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Nice Plans, I like the fix on the board you forgot to flip, and you never go wrong with the colors

[@meltingpoint97]

I like how you try to make wood working accessible to everyone, good job Steve

[@soggy6645]

congratulations on 500k subscribers! I absolutely love the humor you use when crediting your sponsors!

[@d1wlj4k]

i like it when you show all steps, even mistakes... That is great thing to do, not just cut those out in a video. All starters need to see those and learn from them.

[@kellyman92]

I built this bed as a first ever woodworking project. The project took some modification to make it work in the uk with different sizes of wood and I didn’t know mattresses are different sizes in the uk compared to the us so it’s a bit big! But I couldn’t be prouder of it! Thanks Steve

[@MrLocksta45]

I love how you say the only tools you need are a drill, and sneakily go on to also use your impact driver Great job with limited tools!

[@ahongxiong2014]

I usually hate tutorials with lots of talking but you're awesome! To me you're like Bill Nye the Science Guy.

[@jimsjacob]

Awesome vid! Thanks for not editing out the mistakes. I feel better knowing I'm not the only one who fails to fully think things through from time to time. Thanks!

[@egonmilanowski]

This is your finest limited too,s project yet! The tools, the construction, and the techniques are explained so clearly.

[@igounfazed]

I think I mentioned this to you before, but I really enjoy seeing the errors you go through when you are making something. It helps to see things don't always go as planned, but that the mistake can be planned around.

[@mrnicebobby]

The most important thing is that people won't be afraid of making mistakes, because you, as a human being, make mistakes as well, and you show people how much you can learn and how those are not a big deal. Excellent job, you have inspired me to try something out.... ...one of these days, probably. :P

[@psycholocke4090]

thank you Steve. even if this is not your newest video. it did remind me that it was you and some other woodworker like Mathias, Izzy, John, April and some more, that gave me the confidence in trying. and so i did build my 2m x 2m King size Bed and a 2x10m shed. my next project is a raised bed for my 4 year old son. with no legs, attached only to the wall by french cleat and the ceiling via two chains. and mostly all of it was build with a hand saw, power drill and elbow grease. so thank you again.

[@ryanzuver8562]

loved the idea for this bed, just finished one for my daughter with a slight twist. I added fabric and padding on the headboard and foot instead of the slats. looks great

[@MidwestManMountain]

Your choices for paint colors always make me smile.

[@lucidmoses]

Love your "Skill Builder" idea on the videos.

[@civ8458]

Steve you rock! Thanks again for your honesty, not everything goes according to plan.

[@cerebustm]

lol, I never skip your ads and I rarely ever regret it.

[@Reboot153]

Really glad I could find this video. My wife has been asking me to make a storage base for our queen size bed. Currently I have only borrowed tools and, literally, no space to build it in. I think this weekend I'm going to give it a shot though I may use 1"x4"s and double stack them in such a way that they come out as half lap 2"x4"s. There'd be a WHOLE lot of gluin' going on but it'd save my ears from the amount of sawing (plus I wouldnt have to worry about getting the half-laps perfect). If I can find a light to film by I'll try to do a video!

[@Istfensarion]

FYI one of your best vids. I love the limited tools builds plz make more.

[@gabiyao7556]

I love the way you do plugs. I am much more willing to buy something from an ad that makes me laugh, rather than someone pretending they aren't placing ads and just REALLY LOVE NATURE BOX WOW WHAT A HEALTHY ALTERNATIVE!! (Princess Meow makes every video approx 100000x better)

[@kmalczewska]

+Gabi Yao I totally agree with the add placements! :D he makes them so funny i actually really watch them instead of skip-skip-skipping like anywhere else :D great job +Steve Ramsey !!! cheers!

[@ScrapwoodCity]

Nice job with the circular saw! Great project!

[@lazybut]

+Scrap wood City And while it may seem so obvious to many, it never occurred to me to use the speed square as a guide to get that perfect cut every time. Thanks Steve, I've learned something new today.

[@Simplecove]

Came for the intro, stayed for the awesome build :-). Great job Steve!

[@Romey301]

love this limited tools projects and all the helpfultips... I would have never thought of that !!!

[@Irwin-Aviation]

Using fewer tools just means you have to be more creative in ones problem solving. Another great project Steve

[@gjonsworld6446]

Thank you so much for making these videos. you honestly made me feel like I could build something and found a new hobby I love doing. not great at it but I do have alot of fun and enjoy seeing the end product of something I built!

[@dstooksberry7665]

As always, it's nice to see how to correct mistakes as well as make something. Especially since I seem to need to do so on every project. Thanks, Steve. Love the project and how you put together this video.

[@jeromej221]

You're a good man, Steve Ramsey. Thanks for the videos.

[@roberthaines1429]

After reading some of the negative comments or one that they deem funny these are the ones that need this simple approach to woodworking. Forget them keep on bringing out new videos to inspire those to get out and do something Its suppose to be fun

[@tonyvallejo8595]

As a beginner in wood working... LOVE IT! Thank you.

[@tmansbuilds]

Saw a bunch of nice little tips mentioned in this one. Its easy to forget about the simple thing when doing a project.

[@MarceloFreitas70]

The bed looks very sturdy. Love the colors and your new fancy circular saw! Thanks to MicroJig and Casper for sponsoring the show.

[@CrownMountainWoodworks]

I built this bed for my son and he loves it. Do wish I would have noticed that the plans are for an XL twin though... Need to trim it down this weekend to fit a regular mattress. Really fun project none the less. Thank you, Steve!

[@MichaelLawing]

I dig the limited tools builds. Nice one, Steve!

[@pegleg00]

Good message there at the end. Motivation is key!

[@jake9716]

Hey Steve, I just wanted to say thanks for all your videos I look forward everyweek to watch your next one.

[@5lowethechamp964]

Done the bed, awsome project, it was my first lap joint 👍👍👍👍👍✌️

[@comette4u]

Darn! I needed the advice cutting notches about a week ago. I ended up doing a similar technique with my jigsaw! Nice scrap quilt too!

[@Davefacestation]

That was excellent. Hope to see a few more limited tools projects here again in the future. You have the best sponsor stuff too, sponsor segments in KZbin videos can be a pain but you make yours enjoyable to watch.

[@SurThrive812]

Congrats Steve! I like the challenge of only using few tools. I think that brings about more creativity and craftmanship.

[@metaphoricdirigible1499]

Laymans Quarters Yep half the fun of building things for me has been coming up with clever workarounds and being resourceful out of necessity with limited tools, space, and money. It forces you to think more.

[@tedspens]

I often tell people give me a pocketknife and a stick and I can build you a house. I just never specify how long it will take. The bed looks fantastic!

[@LEdHeadW]

I watch all your videos. I love all your little bumpers like the "Skill Builders" and "Princess Meow Meow". Keep it up Steve!!

[@AllesohneKabel]

Looks good, very nice!

[@macsorro]

Awesome video Steve!!!!

[@cjnesi]

Great easy bed! Solid design!

[@metaphoricdirigible1499]

Just what I needed! My bed frame broke moving it into the new apartment and I’ve been looking for a project to do with the circular saw I got for Christmas.

[@MrEzuk]

Such an excellent video! Even better than usual. The project looks great, I love the limited tool approach, and I especially liked how you showed your mistakes rather than hide them. So great!

[@vincebaker3384]

Hi Steve I loved this video I am one of those people that does not have a lot of tools & space and woodworking skills this video has been a super inspiration and motivator. I would love to you & other you tube woodworkers make more of these kind of videos PLEASE!!

[@CMRWoodworks]

Great beginner project, Steve.

[@ahmedkareem1993]

nice project Steve

[@Castrowoodworks]

Great project and great advice!

[@profcah]

I love how Steve owns his mistakes. I learn a lot from them as well

[@MyNextProject]

Great project Steve. Nice skill using the circular saw to make all the cuts.

[@Lizarc]

Excellent video, both the content and the form were sublime! I even enjoy the sponsor bits now, that's an achievement!

[@reneelappin1499]

I'd love to see another video like this one for making a Full-size (like twin, full, queen, king) Murphy bed for those who don't have a workspace. This was great!

[@kenl5217]

I like the combo of colors

[@Pedro_Sanglard]

Very understandable and very well explained, you made it easy for everyone, clearly woodworking for mere mortals! Great job as always, Steve!

[@Pedro_Sanglard]

+Steve Ramsey Absolutely!

[@LeisureLanae]

Great job. I love this bed!

[@123024119]

Great video Steve, really like the basic tools approach, would love to see more of these

[@satanismybrother]

awesome as always!

[@natelawrence2429]

Keep up the great work Steve!!! :)

[@Max-nw3yh]

Love it, Steve!

[@jarvismcdoogle9041]

Dude your hilarious haha I haven't watched your videos for a while but just recently remembered you! They're Just as awesome as I remember 😁it's just so satisfying watching you work idk why but it's just the way you build and work with wood. You make it all look so easy! Haha thanks bud. Glad u laugh at you mistakes and don't edit them out because we're all human!

[@joegekko]

Man, I hope Casper is putting your kids through college. You are nailing those promos- almost as entertaining as the project itself.

[@Jer_Schmidt]

Wow, that came out really nice for how easy it was! I guess thats your specialty. ;)

[@Thebinion31987]

Need more videos like this one

[@grahambate3384]

gr8 video, good to c u didn't hide ur mistakes

[@MattDiresta]

Great stuff!

[@martylts]

this is why I love your channel Steve you have a fabulous message. I started out with similar tools but I also had a handheld router. now I have a thousand square foot shop lots of equipment and more tools than I can count....... but that's just me :-)

[@mohamedabdullah1279]

Thanks Steve

[@johnturner5753]

Cool project

[@DavidBishopinc]

Love your style.

[@danegarcia8265]

Nice build. Thanks for posting this video inspiration.

[@GiacoWhatever]

Awesome! I wanna challenge myself at making something with just a skillsaw as well! This was My favorite vid of yours so far! :) thank you