How to Make Your Own Shiplap

[@FinishCarpentryTV]

Since a lot of people have been asking, here is the link to my video on my router table: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYiUdnipn56Gfbc

[@bernardrouse9270]

dfw crown I'm from Barbados I enjoy all of your work, and tips, keep it up son.

[@georgesteffensen6846]

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[@dannymcclinton3761]

@FinishCarpentryTV instead of cutting the ¾" in half to ⅜", could you take the ¾ plus the amount of gap you want in between each board, then divide by 2? Because then you would have the half way point including the gap reveal you want. Thanks for all your great content 👍

[@bobbyz7736]

I really appreciate your videos they are short and sweet. Not a bunch of BS in between.

[@ArwaKaru]

Thank you for sharing. Instead of using a spacer I would do all the top cuts first then change the position to get a deeper cut for the other side, this way the extra 2 mm going to push the wood and create that look without using a spacer everytime

[@Bill-v650]

The function of the lap joint is to allow the boards room to expand and contract with humidity / season changes without buckling or leaking air, light, insulation or whatever. Doing it your way leaves no expansion room and you will likely eventually get buckling or unevenness.

[@phoenixpv]

I had the same thought

[@BinuralOdyssey]

Like the others said, no expansion gap. Also, if your doing long runs, or in my case, two columns 17' apart, you want to have a little room to course correct as you go.

[@laurahudson1477]

Hands down, the BEST shiplap demo I’ve seen! Thanks for taking the time to make this vid an ESPECIALLY for showing the routed seam...no one else is doing this, but I think it is a testament to your skill and attention to detail. Nicely done. 🙌🏼😀

[@seangholipour3884]

Honesty is glowing in your face and heard in your voice. 🙏

[@aaronjaben7913]

love how mellow you are. Slow and steady wins the race!

[@dianabrown9303]

Thank you for such a thorough video! This may be the best instructional video I have seen.

[@andrewaustin6941]

Thank you for taking the time to film this and share your valuable knowledge!

[@cmachinist]

This is the most straight forward, practical, and informative video on this topic that I have seen. Excellent, sir.

[@melodycapehartmedina2264]

What an excellent demonstration! I knew I make my own if I found the perfect teacher! Thank you so much!!

[@Killer-or1jb]

I love your humbleness and informative videos. Great job!

[@mikebyrd546]

Thank you for very detailed explanation realizing that the majority of your audience are students. I also like the fact that you don't waste time and get right into the subject without unnecessary long winded and drawn out explanations.Your videos are very educational, entertaining and you makes anyone actually try these things. Good Job.

[@vicstee482]

I really like the way you clearly explain why you do things 👍🏼

[@johnnyrambone]

Excellent laid back essential communication

[@ajmcgarry]

Great tutorial. The purpose of shiplap is as a weather proof exterior seal. It's also important when installing it on an exterior wall that the top board overlaps the bottom board on the exterior face to allow water to flow on the exterior and not penetrate to the interior.

[@safepethaven]

Very good video and clear explanations; you have a "teacher's heart"!

[@choprpilot76]

I’ve been binge watching your videos, love em, very helpful. A way to take this technique further to achieve that 1/16” to 1/8” gap between the boards instead of using your ruler. After you run both sides through the router like you did, run one side through the table saw and trim that desired gap (ie: 1/8”) and now you can just stack the boards on the wall faster without having to shove the ruler in between and constantly run it down board. I’m about to finish my kitchen renovation and I’m down to base and crown molding and I’m looking forward to using a lot of your techniques, thanks.

[@SoundOfYourDestiny]

choprpilot76 Ha, nice. Just asked about doing this before seeing your comment.

[@GopherHayes]

Jessem stock guides are a great upgrade to any router table. The guides apply down pressure and hold material tight to the fence. I also have the sommerfeld router table and fence great tool

[@SgtBrewdawg]

Great instructional video. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and skill.

[@steveraymond6169]

Thanks, you gave an excellent explanation of the process. I am doing an indoor home sauna build, and going to shiplap the exterior rough cut boards that I have from trees cut from our land., I'm doing the shiplap as an improvement to the insulation, and using purchased T&G cedar inside. Thanks for your thorough explanation.

[@lucfournier2945]

Thanks a bunch for this video, just bought a farm and I have allot of remodelling to do.

[@bobfalk2896]

very well explained....you have a knack for demonstrating

[@fat_head_Carl]

Man, I have to replace the shiplap on my house's siding, and this really clarifies it. This is a best in class channel. Thank you.

[@BeyondHomeCooking]

That table is badassed. I see you got it on the bosch gravity rise, that is great. Thanks for sharing.

[@stevemcginn9200]

Gareth Dirlam. Hello that stand is actually a Ridgid stand(ac9945), Not the Bosch stand. Have both of them and they look similar. Just informing you incase you were looking for a saw stand.

[@birdsnest7883]

Doing a DYI shiplap in one of my bedrooms. Can’t find decent shiplap at home centers.. After watching this informative video - problem solved. I will see if i can do this on my table saw but if not, time to go buy router table :) Thank you for great video!!

[@tomcosta47]

Another great video I love that Router table

[@FinishCarpentryTV]

So honestly, who likes this whole shiplap craze that has been going on for the past year or so? I get a lot of mixed feelings. Some people absolutely love it, but others don't care for it! Let me know!

[@wallabizle]

dfw crown. What really are the benefits of using actual shiplap for any interior work? Also, do you nail at the lapping joints, or anywhere on the wood?

[@stevenporras798]

dfw crown You never see that down here in Miami. I'll try that process but I think I'll use Brazilian tiger wood.

[@theguyver6397]

I like it man. Maybe in five years I won't but for now I like it.

[@mikepomatto4287]

It depends on the application completely. I'd never want it in a house that looks like the one where you are working. But, to each their own.

[@patrickwilber7470]

I prefer the short ends flush, creating a long vertical open line on the wall

[@patrickwilber7470]

your video production is getting as good as your woodworking

[@MrGotbail]

Great video as always! There was a Shiplap wall in my sisters house when she bought it. She wasn't crazy about it but the painter white washed it and it looks pretty awesome now.

[@FinishCarpentryTV]

Keith A. Mourino nice!

[@RandyNichols-h3z]

Great shiplap video. Where did you get that long router table. Can't seem to find something like that.

[@santiagomillas8915]

Hey can I point out one thing, on the gap... The rabbit on the top, at the wall side is supposed to be at 5/8" deep so when you come with the next board, with the bottom being a 1/2" rabbit..or top desired depth, the gap is automatic at 1/8" ..or desired gap size (the thickness of a nickle) another name for shiplap is nickle gap. Its actually easier because they drop together without using spacer, it just bottoms out with a gap. So there is a functional top and bottom (good side) to each board

[@Rayram555]

I enjoyed your shiplap video . It was to the point . I would like to see where you installed it and how you did it along the way. Thank you.

[@peterkiernan1668]

Nice how to video, well paced, easy to understand and interesting. Thanks for your efforts, appreciated.

[@vickwebb8720]

Thanks for the video, I am getting ready to make some ship lap boards out of cedar for my cabin. Extremely helpful.

[@moefozzie]

thank you for the video! if you don’t mind..what kind or router table is that?

[@Chicago611]

l like shiplap design, I plan to install on my kitchen ceiling and back porch, thanks for the video.

[@jaimemartinez1095]

Always love your stuff man! This is an old video so not sure if you even look at comments but, wouldn't have been easier to cut lets say, the bottom lap a little longer/deeper to eliminate adding a gap? I was actually thinking about doing this.

[@armandohuato1841]

thank you for your video I am working doing this type of siding but I was using my table saw now you give me a better idea I do have a shaper and I think it will be faster doing this way , but I do have a question what do you think using cedar wood for this type of work?.

[@wagnersouza649]

I love to see your videos cause I I learned a lot with you thank you very much for that

[@rhondasexton122]

Excellent video! Good carma. Thanks.

[@Ranger_Ric]

What is the router table that you are using? I don't see it on your Amazon tool list. Good job explaining the shiplap process. Thank you.

[@mdvener]

nice work as always. have been doing construction close to 40 years. ship lap made more famous from chip n Joanna gains, but was always taught that real ship lap is like lap siding on a house, no space. Nickel slot is whet you are doing, cause years ago they would space the boards with nickels, cause they are the thickest coin with a smooth edge. tell me what you think. lap means over hanging the piece below. still great job.

[@joebrown1382]

Another great demo, thanks. I think it's attractive for an accent wall with milk paint or stain but I wouldn't over do it.

[@mcmurrayashley]

Love it. I need some ship lap in my life😌 I'm sure it's going to look awesome!

[@davidahmad2026]

Great tutorial! Thanks!

[@thomasbyrne7770]

Really appreciate video, helped me realize router table is the answer. Tom Byrne

[@my2centz196]

I am thinking of making my own pine shiplap out of 2x10x8 by running it through my planer until it's either 1-in or ⅞-in and then either using a router or table saw with a dado. I'll probably use a dado because I think it will be easier especially because I want one side to be longer so I can get the nickel gap look without having to use anything to space it. My only issue is it's going to be for my bathroom and I'm sceptical about using pine however I've met plenty of others who have used it with a good sealer. I was going to use pvc but one it's expensive and two I'd heard bad things about it. I have done a few bathrooms with pvc and never had any complaints. I plan on putting up a vapor barrier, putting a bead of OSI on the top of the joints although I'm not sure that is overkill. I was going to use the 2x8s but think 2x10s will look a cool. I'm open to suggestions.

[@myfixituplife]

Nice job on this DFW. Primo work --

[@damianvazquez8878]

Where did you get the router table from what company, thank you for your chanel

[@danreese3192]

Like all your carpenter projects you make them look easy, your quality in fit and finish is superb, the forethought in planning and layout shows that you are truly a Highly skilled professional. PS your router table looks very portable and high-quality can you put a link to the manufacturer.

[@rontobisch9765]

another good video mate, i like your style mate, you are just so cruisey, hope your business goes to the next level, judging by those houses you are doing , i think you must be doing ok, stay cool mate, look forward to the next one.

[@tazaxx21]

Nice vid... This will be great to make my own barn siding. Rather than using a gap at the joint I would put a 30* bevel on the edge...

[@chefgarretson1369]

Did you make that portable router table or can you share who to purchase it from? Thanks!

[@battarangman3265]

Loved the vid and the router table good work!

[@helieasy]

Do you paint the boards before install? Or after?

[@neilguilbeault9950]

i like your router table where did you get it..? Love the real wood too, i avoid mdf whenever i can..... great video's

[@rickscully9533]

Awesome as always

[@calebstewart6318]

Absolutely fantastic video! Excellent job mate keep it up!

[@clintprice2123]

Nice router table, you're working smarter not harder. Have you ever considered using a momentary foot pedal or hang a panic switch to start and stop some of your tools like the router? You wouldn't have to keep reaching under there. You're skills are already great at your age, you can only get even better.

[@edwardbrady8410]

What kind of router table is he using?

[@jakekorkala1615]

I do pretty much the same thing, but I make the cut a hair bigger than 3/8 because there is so much variation in the wood. It's better to cut out a little more and they will still look flush than not cut out enough and the one board is sticking out a little. I also bevel the edges when sanding the boards down. Most people put shiplap on their walls, but I used it on my ceilings on my first floor. Stained and varnished knotted pine, but kept drywall on the walls. My only problem with shiplap is you have to face nail it, where tongue and groove nails are hidden.

[@andrewmorke]

I like your channel. Good tips here.

[@SmokingDeWalt]

Thanks for sharing this video. I like that router table, I looked at the tool links you provided but that one was not listed. Where can I get one like that?

[@chrisj9008]

I used my table saw and a dado blade with a sacrification mdf runner to get the dado tight. Worked fast but i noticed I had a few odd boards that road up as I was milling them. In hind sight I wish I did the router table. I thought the process would burn up the router bit, bit taking so much material. Wish I saw this 1st. Still turned out great but I like the router option...

[@StrongerByGraceDesigns]

You are extremely helpful!

[@wheffernan3111]

Where did you find that router table? Very cool.

[@mori8424]

Make the gap smaller than you actually want to end up with because real wood will shrink over time adding about 1/8” more to the gap width. You can even paint the wall black before installing the wood and install the wood without the lap joints. Just install the wood pieces touching each other and over time the shrinkage of the wood causes a gap and the black wall underneath the wood makes it so you don’t see the wall through the gap. This technique works especially well with a stained finish on the wood and makes a great looking wall without the routing.

[@waydesabina7840]

where did you get the router set up? Thanks, love your videos.

[@b1j]

Good take. What about adding bevels to the long edges?

[@bpearson78]

Can I have some info on the router table you're using in this video? I was planning on building one but I think I like this one enough to purchase it.

[@Idahopainter]

That vid was the bomb

[@michaelwebb8109]

Hi, what router table are you using…..thanks

[@alfredesquer]

That is a sweet router table. What brand is that?

[@michaelosborne4050]

Thanks bud … good informative video …well done ….

[@kimjosh8547]

If you cut alternate pieces in different depth. They will create a natural gap. You can then stack one on top of each other which makes the job much easier.

[@RASWoodProductions]

Great explanation. Thanks

[@pilotairbear]

What make and model of router table are you using?

[@Arendeagle]

Good tools make great work!

[@lennylapp3992]

What is the make and model of your router table? Like the size.

[@LuckyDogDog]

Great video when you put the spacing on the ship lap it's called nickel gap

[@OmarGarcia-bi7jq]

I make my own shiplap out of poplar and it looks beautiful but one tongue is bigger than the other one 1/4 spacing,, i use my dado set and it works perfect 👌🏽 good luck guys 😎😎

[@RCGshakenbake]

Great vid.

[@NoahBuddyIsReal]

What kind of router table you using

[@fahqinitupagain1013]

Great video. Are you putting kerfs along back to avoid cupping? Or is there no issues with cupping? What kind of wood are you using?

[@krieger1937]

I love the way you say flush

[@the_Brink05]

I recently subscribed to your channel and really appreciate effort you are putting in on each project. I enjoyed this video and thank you for the details. My wife is a HDTV junkie watching the Joanna Gains design style and has become caught up in the Ship Lap craze. What type of wood do you prefer to use for making your own? Also, do you recommend wood or MDF? Thanks again for taking the time to share your knowledge.

[@serjstoned]

Did you have to change the router bit half way bc it wasn’t sharp?

[@chancebralley5613]

Enjoyed the. Video. Wife has been wanting me to shop lap a wall. Question what mitre saw blade do you use for wood and mdf trim?

[@FinishCarpentryTV]

Chance Bralley thanks. I use the same blade for everything. Diablo fine finish.

[@lovera3878]

Is that how you achieve the nickel joint or is a nickel joint board cut so the space is left without a spacer? Seems easier with the spacer.

[@chrissherar4763]

Great video! is that router table custom, if so I think you could sell those too. Let me know

[@tomsnyder5324]

Question: is there a reason you didn’t change the cutting depth of the rabbet on one side of the board to create the “nickel” gap eliminating the need to gauge every joint? Run all boards through the first depth setting, then change the rabbet depth for the opposing cut and finish the routing.

[@davida8052]

Thanks. What the the typical cost saving for milling your own shiplap vs buying pre-milled shiplap?

[@1stFlyingeagle]

What brand and model is your router table?

[@Billy_bSLAYER]

Used to love in a carbon copy community, just like that, hell on earth. Come to WNY where we have variety...

[@rickmcneil9566]

Great video, I'm considering doing shiplap in a media room as part of an accent wall. Do you have video of the finished project if so can we see it.

[@KeyboardPriest]

If you set up a second router table, you could offest the distance on one side, allowing you to create the same exact gap for each piece

[@tpugca]

I'm looking to do exactly what you did in video but struggling to find the router bit you have

[@Vincent-hd8ds]

Who makes that big router table ?

[@toyboomsurprise]

I'm confused on the ends when you cut them. You cut one on the same side and the other one the opposite side so they link up?

[@CredibleHulk10]

You note that if there was to be no space between the boardsthen one should not waste their time making the lap joint, then when joining the boards on the long end without a space for the seamless look you lap the ends. Is this for strength? Would the length-wise joining of the bottom/top board not be sufficient?

[@DaveEdmondson]

hey Richard what setup do you use for your longer lengths 6ft plus?? do you use the roller stands at each end to support the timber? I use a couple of timber stands to keep it flat to the table but just wondered how you do it on site?

[@FinishCarpentryTV]

D.F.M Carpentry yes I use roller stands on site.