Clean And Simple Wins

[@amyp5388]

This was for my house and I’m OBSESSED with this piece, it’s so beautiful.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Well it was all your idea so you get the design credit! Thanks for being a wonderful customer!

[@RickieBeubie]

it's a really nice piece you've ordered ;)

[@paulhefferan8106]

Nice to see someone so appreciative. Class.

[@streak0r]

@@FortressFineWoodworks Can you elaborate on the price this would cost us? Material + hours? Ballpark?

[@ExpectMiracles55]

So the beautiful design was yours, and the execution simply flawless. Lucky you, I hope you'll get to enjoy it for many many happy years to come!

[@tektrixter]

"Slow is smooth, smooth is fast". Spending time to calmly do it right (dry fit, checking measurements) saves stressful time lost from mistakes.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

It really does huh? I agree

[@ColeSpolaric]

I come for the woodworking, stay for the dry self depreciating humor.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Hahaha whatever it takes to get you to stick around. I'm happy to have you as a part of the team!

[@jakubpodesva9802]

I wouldn't ever believe that someone would put so much effort to make a truly beautiful and remarkable bookshelf to house a Twilight saga books 🤔

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Hahaha you noticed? Don't expose the secret!

[@DrSimonG]

Ha ha! Winner comment 😂😂

[@Sedulor-slamet]

Sangat presisi dan juga sangat indah 👌💯

[@richpeggyfranks490]

Loved the "finessing" processes. After nearly 50 years as a woodworker, I finally retired. But, if a friend, neighbor, relative, etc. wants a custom made piece, I will help them design and build it. Educating folks is very satisfying. One of the hardest lessons is teaching folks to cut-to-fit/finesse final joinery and not measure everything. My last project was an octagon poker table with my neighbor. He showed up with a tape measure hooked onto his belt. He tried to measure everything and would proudly exclaim, "This 19.235 inches." I kept telling him it doesn't matter as long as it fits. Finally, after a couple weeks, his wife told to stop bringing the tape measure. By the time we finished the table (which turned out gorgeous) he had learned the lesson. Thanks.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

I bet that octagonal table was sweet! Thanks!

[@TaylerMade]

retired furniture maker here also. yep the only time i ever used a measure was on the first piece of wood i cut. after that all measurements came from the piece itself.

[@richpeggyfranks490]

@@TaylerMade Exactly. I measured to get the approximate height, width, etc. Then everything else is cut to fit within those measurements. Thanks for agreeing. PS-great name.

[@-PORK-CHOP-]

Hickory extremely hard , Hickory is like Balsa wood it only has a hardness of 1,820 lbf (8,100 N), come work with some of our local Australian timbers if you want to see hard, such as Spotted Gum 2,473 lbf (11,000 N), Turpentine 2,697 lbf (12,000 N), Grey Ironbark 3,664 lbf (16,300 N), Australian Buloke 5,060 lbf (22,500 N), lets see if your machine can cope with these

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

I think my machines would take some time off...

[@mrvvoo]

5:03 humble question here 👋 Isn’t there some rule against pushing a board like this while also touching the fence in order to avoid pinching which could lead to a form of kickback? I think I normally see other woodworkers use the fence for reference, but with a type of standoff that leaves a gap away from the fence by the time the board makes contact with the blade while pushing it through. Or do I have a wrong understanding of that rule of thumb and so there is something different about how he’s doing this that’s fine and the rule doesn’t apply? Not trying to sound like a know-it-all keyboard warrior. I just want to maximize my knowledge of safety stuff. Thanks in advance y’all!

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Typically if you don't feel comfortable with it, use a standoff. I've been cutting on the tablesaw for more years than I can count so I understand where to apply pressure, how to keep the board from pinching, and I usually have a riving knife in.

[@rizzidepizzi]

I thought you were in the program, after hearing some familiar oneliners here and there. That makes this journey even more valuable. I'm coming up on 5 years now, and woodworking, making in general, played a large part in my recovery.. Nice work!

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Very nice! Congrats on 5 years! I think building things with your hands is a beautiful way to keep the mind healthy.

[@r.a.9630]

Are you really comfortable spraying all the finish, oil, paint with your gun all around your workshop? I mean, why not building a small "painting room"?

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

I don't get any overspray in my shop. The vent fans duct out all of the particles. Thanks for watching!

[@WjB_96792]

Dude get yourself an hvlp turbine sprayer to further minimize overspray and achieve much better atomization much finer finishes and far less waste. A 3M pps cup system for the gun is a must and makes clean up a snap. A high end unit like an apollo 5 stage gives you the ability to spray almost anything with the right fluid set. And fully adjust airflow to minimize waste and overspray. Graco also makes decent turbine units. But even a value priced fuji 3 stage would do a better job than your airless for fine finish work. And no pump to prime, no hoses to flush etc! Aloha! ​@@FortressFineWoodworks

[@MsLuisbarbosa]

how many days took you to finish this project? REally nice one!

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Without filming and still doing the mortise and tenons, it would take about 7 days.

[@TomsBackyardWorkshop]

I put grinder blades on a skill saw to cut concrete blocks.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

I think that's exactly what he was using it for!

[@mmmjd-usa]

🤔🤔🤔 ... you said you enjoyed mean comments ... ok. Swetheart, you discredited yourself when you said "costed" as simple past tense of cost in your previous video; yes is "cost" and remember, every time you use "if" when expressing a wish or a posibility, is not "was," is WERE because is not a simple past, now it calls for the use of the subjunctive of the verb to "be," and that is WERE, for absolutely everyone, whether singular or plural. There, enough disparaging and meanness for one video? 🤣🤣🤣 Yes, I know, none of that is taught anymore, but it should be. No, I am not an English teacher, though English is my 3rd language. I've done translations (when written), interpretations (when spoken as a voice-over), and simultaneous translations (during a live conversation or conference)😉 Congratulations on a marvelous talent. I admire your bravery for having chosen to develop it in front of the whole world - well, at least those of us watching.😁

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

That was some good English education! See! these comments are valuable and you were very kind in the end. Thank you!

[@tc2882]

"...remind you and *me* to enjoy the process." Whenever deciding between "you and me" or "you and I," say it without the "you and." If it sounds wrong, it's also wrong when you add the "you and" back in. For example, saying "... remind I to enjoy the process" is clearly wrong, it should be "... remind *me* to enjoy the process." So, the correct form is "... remind you and me to enjoy the process."

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

I actually know that, the weird part is.... I had 3 people proof watch my intro and none of us caught it. So go figure. Thanks!

[@billm4560]

That turned out really awesome! 👍🏻 I’ve never worked with hickory before! Maybe I should stay away from it? 😁 Any reason you didn’t use domino’s? That little blower is still working! 😊 I really like the background music too! Thank you for sharing your fine work! Cheers

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Try working with it. You may enjoy it! I wanted to bring something new for my audience so I chose to go with a harder joinery method.

[@travnicek]

*laughs in Iroko* *giggles in camelthorn* My tools were screaming. Surprisingly, my Stanley No80 with a Ron Hock blade did most of the finishing without a need for sanding though. Nice work though mate. Result speaks for itself.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thank you! Are those Ron Hock blades pretty nice?

[@SpaceShrimp]

I really love your videos, I was wondering.. who created the music for your audio track ? Keep up the good job ! :)

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thanks! Most of the music is Cody High

[@thomlipiczky9021]

Very nice build. So many mortises. I'm wondering if you did it again, would you go to a Domino? And finding that zone where you can be "in the moment" makes woodworking really amazing. Not sure if doing the video set ups was part of that process, but the shelf AND the video were terrific. It works if you work it, so work it, you're worth it.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Well the mortises are for enjoyment, and the dominos would be for quick profit, so it depends on the end goal for that project.

Very Nice. The tutorial on the mortise and tenon was very good. Lots of little helpful tips throughout the build. Consider me subscribed.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thanks for the sub!

[@robertberger8642]

Mean comments? Uh… Your father was an elderberry and your mother was a tortoise? Seriously, though, nice project and good video.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Haha thanks for the respectful comment! Thanks for watching!

[@crashkg]

Looks beautiful. I love simple design. You're brave using the router on the last part of the tenon. I've had too many catastrophic mishaps with the handheld router to trust it like that. A chisel may take more time, but redoing a piece because you caught some weird grain or your wrist twitched a little and router jumped would take longer.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

You are so right. I kinda went on hope this time.

[@slackreviews]

Your execution and design are just awesome. I can't help but notice the tear out on the faces from the tenon joinery. I have never worked with hickory, but I'm wondering if you would have used a marking gauge and a sharp knife prior to cutting this if that would have help eliminate the tear out. I love the look of this, it looks very much like white oak and nothing like my parents hickory cabinets. I may consider using the species down the road.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Honestly the micro bits of tearout were really only noticeable on camera because I'm using a zoom lens. In real life, it's crisp and nice. But yes, precutting the shoulder would probably help

[@bugtusslealien3931]

The demon code prevents me from doing it the hard way. It dictates using the Domino or Mafell Dowler. 🤣🤣🤣 😈😈😈

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

We all have demons. I get it

[@michaelTPII]

I love how you showed making of the jig. There is so much art to doing that and I don’t think it gets enough credit in these types of videos.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thanks! I usually show making the jig if it plays an important roll in the process.

[@alessandrosuppini943]

Very nice indeed, one question: how did you end up installing it? Did you just press fit into place, did you use screws or glue, maybe super powerful magnets?

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Yeah, it's press fit into place, then some thin finish screws into the bottom and side wall. Then wax filler

[@recipio6561]

I'm surprised you don't have a Festool Domino. Awesome shop BTW.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

I do have one, but mortise and tenons made for an interesting project

[@warrenbarnes6629]

Great work and great video! Respect to you for the handwork on the tendons. So how do you like that 20v Dewalt 23 gage pin nailer?

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thanks so much! The dewalt pin nailer gave me a lot of jamming problems early on, but I sprayed the inside clip (that holds the pins) with WD40 and it fixed it. Now it works like a charm

[@sarotouloughian1890]

I don’t often write commentary on woodworking videos since I view videos in this category as tutorials, sort of. And in doing so I have to assume or give the benefit of the”he must know more than I do to create this video” and so like a good student, I absorb information, be it technique, machinery use, or whatever. This was my first video you’ve produced and for the first time I don’t feel stupid or under skilled because you shared a couple of your fails such as cutting by hand and the router taking a chunk out of a tenon. What made me press the subscribe button is your way of explaining and the calm in your voice. You don’t dictate, talk down or “teach”. Instead you experience along with your audience, or at least that’s how I perceive your style. I loved how you highlighted a mistake in the making in the offset of a board and showed how to correct it and why. Highly effective. I’m sorry if I’m gushing. If I am it’s because I’ve watched many, many, MANY, oh so many videos by so many makers with differing styles of presentation and almost all of them, regardless of how humble they present themselves to be, they still sound like total douches, and the bags they came in! You offer no pretense. You didn’t show off fancy chisel work or insist one technique over another as being true woodworking vs cheating. That was a reason I hit the subscribe button, along with I found myself attracted to you as well. No not in a sexual way, silly man. You come across as someone with whom a cup of coffee would become an unbridled deep dive into any topic we decide to pursue. I mean, we do share woodworking in common, right? Granted you work in a real life scale and I in the miniature. I make tiny boxes containing hundreds and hundreds or individual pieces of different colored exotics such as Purple Heart, canary wood, black walnut and curly maple. Anyway, sorry for the fanboy style of this comment. My philosophy in life is if you see someone beautiful, tell them. They may not see themselves as such and you’ll give them needed confidence and a better outlook. Paying it forward isn’t too hard and paying a compliment to someone who has improved your life in any way, well, it can only do good. If they’re not receptive immediately and reject you, that’s ok, because quietly they will appreciate your words. And in that spirit, thank you. This video has helped me gain insight into my own work in philosophy and in the understanding that anyone and everyone can and do make mistakes. How you deal with it is what makes you a good woodworker and a good designer. One question I have is near the end while you summarize the video, you say something about sobriety. What do you mean by that? Is it a reference to a former life of substance abuse you’ve overcome or are you using it as an analogy? If literal, then congratulations on your continued success in sobriety. I wouldn’t have judged you if you still used though I suspect you wouldn’t be making videos of such a high standard. If as analogy, then it’s brilliant. Giving your audience a reference for being focused on the moment and to enjoy the process rather than getting through it. That alone will help so many find success in all facets of life if they’re smart enough to apply it as such. Thank you once again. You are a great presenter, I’m sure a good guy, humble, down to earth, and I’m sure a master of your craft though you try to not sound superior. Great job. May you find the success you seek in all ventures. May God bless, Peace Oh, PS, my name is Saro, I live in New Jersey (it’s not as bad as media would have you believe. It’s actually pretty great) and I work out of my garage. Figure you should know where your fans are.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thank you Saro. You are a very kind person yourself. I think you hit the nail on the head, I definitely try to share the experiences rather thaknowledgeable. alone. So I'm happy that came across. As long as your shop and your amazing boxes give you joy, then you have exactly what you need. Yes I'm in sobriety and I meant everything quite literally. I'll see you on the next one!

[@mrvvoo]

QQ, did you have any concerns or have to deal at all with the fitment into the home not being perfectly square? Especially like the ceiling, etc.? My impression is that anything related to drywall is to never be expected to be perfectly square or level or flat. And this is why “properly” installing faux beams should involve some degree of scribing (saw this with Spencer Lewis on Insider Carpentry). If I was presented with doing a project like this, I imagine this concern about the rough opening would be my starting point for assessing what the approach will be. I’m really curious if that came up for this project. Incredible overall! I enjoyed this so much! Thank you 🙏

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

I brought an electric handplane with me to the install to fit the top to the ceiling. It was too tight at first so I planed off a bit from the top.

[@mrvvoo]

@@FortressFineWoodworks awesome. Thanks! It turned out perfect 🤩

[@roofermarc1]

Nice. And the Hickory even looks nice, Ive seen it before and I didn't like it but this hickory you used really looks good.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thank you! They're selected from a full pallet of hickory, and I chose the boards that had the nicest darker grain.

[@АртемГолдобин-з5х]

Если охото построить, тогда в строители лучше податься. С арендованным помещением можно сразу сосредоточится на столярке.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Very true! Thanks for watching!

[@piotrobroslak5436]

awesome stuff, so pleasant to watch. I just don't get the joke with the tiny air-blower ;)

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thanks for watching! The blower is just for smiles

[@scottweinbrecht2143]

You nailed it!!! Love your perfection!! 😎

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thanks Scott! Your comments are great!

[@dukkiegamer1733]

0:48 wtf kinda banana ass board is that lmao

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

One with some perfect grain so I lost about 2 board feet by cutting it straight but it was worth it!

[@PLaTerra]

I really enjoy your vids. Educational and entertaining. Thanks for bringing quality to KZbin

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

I appreciate that! Thanks for watching!

[@DemonicVelocity]

This is an inspiration! I'm looking forward to build something pretty similar for myself. But I won't joint the boards the same way due to the lack of skill 😂

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Yeah, dowels or dominoes would work too!

[@DemonicVelocity]

@@FortressFineWoodworks that's the plan.

[@ThomasLincoln-pj1lb]

I enjoyed your shelf project using with hickory. I completed a 8Q hickory bench (6' long X 19" wide). All total, it probably weighed proximately 240 lbs. At nearly 80, this was my first-time using hickory on such a large project. Lost's of lessons learned. I had no problem cut the joints with my track saw. However, without a jointer, I used my 1960's Craftsman 4" belt sander to get the surface flat.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Yeah I see why you had to whip out the old school belt sander! That sounds fun!

[@jsmxwll]

beautifully executed. i love hickory. I work it mainly with hand tools and it is one of those woods that I go with impulse hardened hard-point saws for. way too much saw sharpening otherwise and good files aren't cheap. definitely gotta figure in the wear on tools when working woods like hickory and mesquite. both of them do a number on tools.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Nice, that's so true. And yes, woods like hickory beat our tools to death

[@Truesilverful]

Such a beautiful wood and craftsmanship ofc ;)

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment!

[@gregconstien1293]

Awesome video, hope to get there someday. Woodworking has been a help in my sobriety also, helps me slow down and focus on the task at hand. Great job!

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Congrats on your sobriety! Thanks for watching!

[@rhkips]

I've loved this style of functional partition wall design for a long time, now, and your execution is beautiful! A lot of unique little takes on the concept, especially leaving a few shelves open and unsupported on the ends; not something I usually see, I think because hickory is such a challenge to work with, and it's the only thing strong enough to leave unsupported. Thank you for the inspiration, both in materials, and general outlook on life! I think I'm going to slow myself down this weekend, and also consider hickory for an upcoming project. :)

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thats a great idea. Slow things down and enjoy yourself. Thanks for watching!

[@VictorSamuelMosqueraArtamonov]

@woodgears watching how you didn't use his pantorouter.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

I've been watching Matthias for over 7 years and his pastorouter is the bomb diggity!

[@squareandlevel]

Awesome video! That came out absolutely amazing. Great work.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thanks Scott! Your videos are superb as well!

[@minjin0259]

Sweet Baby Jesus, where did you get that tiny blower?!

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

I borrowed it from a garden gnome who owed me a favor.

[@Tekniques25]

What color black did you paint your cabinets?

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Sherwin Williams Tricorn Black

[@kivannasr4825]

That's great 👍👍👍 Congratulations 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thank you! I appreciate you watching!

[@richardtrepanier228]

Shaper origin. Slow and enjoy the process.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

That would be a great tool for the job

[@coolabahwoodworking]

I really want to try mortise and tenons. This project turned out awesome

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

For real.... try them. You will get so much satisfaction out of it

[@coolabahwoodworking]

@@FortressFineWoodworks will do have some shop projects coming up. It doesn’t matter if I mess them up there 😂

[@Carpenters_Canvas]

yeah, built a couple cabinmate doors with this a few months ago using nothing but hand tools, really really hard!! high carbon content is hard on blades, I had to sharpen after every other stroke.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Haha sharpen after every stroke. That hickory will getcha

[@Carpenters_Canvas]

@@FortressFineWoodworks tea is hard on blades too, thank god i just bought a cbn wheel, makes quick work of hand sharpened blades sharpened by a beginner hand sharpener lol.

[@brentonjoseph]

I'm kinda glad I only recently found your channel cause it was so enjoyable to marathon through every single video you've uploaded. Now I've got the bell on so I can follow along with every new video. 💜🔔 Thank you for sharing all the details and insights about woodworking and life in general. Ths piece looks so amazing installed. Really suits the space.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

That's really really nice. Thank you. Binging my content is probably one of the best ways to support the channel so truly... thank you!

[@vandjsecret]

You should have began telling what you are doing

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

So true. Maybe try some of my other videos where I explain more! Thank you!

[@charlesfurer]

Your patience, presence, and enthusiasm are just the inspiration I need to get busy, and I admire your focus on, well, focus--a skill and value in wide decline. There are times I regret not making more art in my day to day, but your approach to this project reminds me just about anything I do can be an artistic journey, including raising children, making my bed, or writing a meaningful thank you letter. My first video of yours, and I'm a new subscriber. Also walking the path of sobriety, which was the start of everything good in my life, today, so I'm happy for you.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Congratulations on your sobriety. Your journey will be among the best, and now you can feel an artistic approach to everything! Thanks!

[@scope21]

The project turned out awesome! And I'd have to say the video production was top notch!

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thanks, my editor Nicole did a great job!

[@orlanino]

Others already said everything, but I simply feel compelled to tell you how good you are.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

I truly appreciate you taking the time to say that. Thanks for watching and I'll see you on the next one!

[@kaveeshsookun7113]

So beautiful, top notch work 👏🏻

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thank you very much!

[@DStephens2488]

What sprayer are you using? Do you like it more than your Graco HVLP?

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

This is a Graco x7 airless. amzn.to/4bJmz4S With a 308 fflp tip. It sprays much faster than my hvlp so yes, I like it more for water based finishes. Thanks for watching!

[@DStephens2488]

@@FortressFineWoodworks thanks!

[@abdelrahmanalnajjar815]

Very nice well done thanks for the good work

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

I appreciate it!

[@WoodworkingTop535]

Good video worth learning,thanks

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Glad it was helpful!

[@VasiliyPototskiy]

Perfect Thank you for the great video.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

You're welcome! Thank you!

[@oliver299d]

you cut the mortises perpendicular to the grain you don't get any glue surface area that way its all end grain

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Yes. A part of building is to recognize the forces that will be applied. Since its press fit into its final resting place, there's nothing that can pull them apart, then they will last a lifetime.

[@oliver299d]

@@FortressFineWoodworks I agree with you that no force will be applied, and it more than likely won't fail, I still would have done a bunch of stub tenons going with the grain. there are many ways to do things in woodworking and they all work

[@ExpectMiracles55]

"Well, perfection is a figment of my imaginatio..." Well I got news for you. It came out perfect to me. And it should, with all that "finessing" you do. You may not see it that way but I think you have already bacome a master of your craft. Looking forward to more!

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

That is too kind. Thanks so much, your comment made my day! I hope to see you on the next one/s!

[@ExpectMiracles55]

@@FortressFineWoodworks Sure bet! Meanwhile, I have previous shows to catch up with your artistry. See you soon!

[@mbrock5532]

And then you're watching HGTV and a designer says, "And we're going to remove this shelving unit to open up the space!" Great job on the piece; it's beautiful.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

So true though. Everyone is different.

[@BuddimaSaranga]

Looks great and outstanding work 👍

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thats very kind. Thank you!

[@cindysgem]

I love your videos because you inspire me to keep learning

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

I'm glad it inspires you! Thanks for watching!

[@AngieWilliamsDesigns]

Laughing at your handsaw technique. I am NOT good with a hand saw. Looks like I may have the same one. I also would have taken two days to cut that board with one. LOL Gotta love the OF 1400. That thing is a beast. Much like your little green blower 😂😂😂 This thing looks great. Not a big fan of using hickory but it always turns out beautiful.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Haha see you know! You know exactly whats up! Thanks for watching! (ends clip with little green leaf blower)

[@TheShavingWoodWorkshop]

Nicely done !

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thanks so much!

[@mishoo9492]

Well, I've definitely been in the moment for 23:53 minutes. Thanks for that 😉

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

You’re welcome 😊

[@stlwoodworking]

Very nice sir.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thanks Greg!

[@helderlage]

Your channel is one of the most educational and entertaining that I know and follow on KZbin. Your voice is perfect and your humor is intelligent and witty :)... I'm not a woodworker but I really enjoy carpentry videos. You are one of the few who doesn't hide your mistakes, which is commendable. Accept a hug from the other side of the Atlantic, Lisbon, Portugal, EU

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

I appreciate that. Thanks for following me and watching my videos! I'm glad you enjoy them!

[@francoisduval8387]

Pas mal, bravo ! (

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thank you very much!

[@tvanloon3995]

Beautiful work !! It looks very 'at home' in that space. Love your [video] production as well - the music at the end was spot on! Thanks for the presentation.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thanks for the great feedback!

[@Mike-dy8bq]

Again, another great video. I will have to say, a man of your caliber should have a Shaper Origin by now.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

I appreciate that. I think you're right. It would be useful

[@dougggiereid]

Wow. That build is fantastic. I only recently subscribed after stumbling upon your channel a few weeks ago. Your skill at woodworking and story telling are awesome way beyond your subscriber count. You truly deserve way more subscribers. Kudos.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Welcome aboard! Thanks for supporting the channel by subscribing and commenting!

[@davidbales8053]

Beautiful design, excellent tips on a favorite joint. Now to see if you have some box joint projects…

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thanks so much! I do a lot of box joints in my past cabinet videos when I make the drawer boxes

[@kendelinverarity3478]

Congratulations. Producing a piece with patience and thought is a luxury it seems but shows ethics. If you want to be remembered in life, not a bad way to go. 😊

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thank you for that! And thanks for taking the time to comment!

[@Kmov830]

This is the type of work I aspire to produce, I’ve definitely subscribed to your channel!!

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

I'm glad it inspires you! Thanks so much for the sub!

[@SleeperHoundDesign]

Fortress Friday!!!

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thats a good slogan!!!! I just might use that! (and ill give you the credit)

[@SleeperHoundDesign]

@FortressFineWoodworks I release all rights to you. Lol Small contribution to supporting your channel.

[@ryankreager3065]

Wow, that was art and artistry. Beautifully done.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thank you very much! I truly appreciate you watching!

[@raymondmarble69]

That looks fantastic! I would have loved to see the installation in that very precise space. Great work as always.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

It was very simple. It slid into place, some finish (small head) screws were driven into the pony wall and side wall, then wax filler filled the holes. Thanks for watching!

[@raymondmarble69]

@@FortressFineWoodworks I was fearing scratches galore getting it in, especially with the weight. Great job!

[@NotesNNotes]

Dude that Hickory is… so beautiful. You made a tough would to work with seem like a buttery experience. ( not a woodworker, don’t have the requisite adjectives 😅 )

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thanks so much! I'm glad it translated through the video so you could experience it!

[@oilcitywoodworks]

Great job, sir! That hickory looks so beautiful. I need to use that more often.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thanks! I agree, every time I finish a project with hickory I remember how nice and carmely the grain is.

[@питбуль-питбуль]

Просто пипец. Из таких простых вещей делаешь сенсацию. Деградация.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Simple things can be a beautiful process though. Thanks for commenting!

[@mistertwo6113]

That's a really pretty piece!

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thank you! I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment!

[@mrmoto7682]

Can’t think of a mean comment 😁. This was inspiring and satisfying! Thank you for sharing.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Ahhhh, no mean comment? I was looking forward to it though! Thanks for taking the time to watch and leave a positive comment!

[@micdiva]

What i love is you use different species of wood. Alot of yt is white oak and walnut. Amazing video and great job

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thanks for sharing that! I appreciate it

[@jimrosson6702]

Amazing job love the way it turned out and looks in the house when you finished it. Keep up the amazing work

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thank you!! I'll see you on the next one!

[@adrian-mu3jr]

Really nice design. I have to build one. Impressive accuracy!

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

You could put this design anywhere. Have fun!

[@Ferndalien]

This video was chock full of separate tips and techniques that I can apply to many other projects! Thanks!

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

That's perfect! I couldn't ask for more

[@martinfletcher2729]

Well done, keep up the good work

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

I sure will! Thanks for watching!

[@TaylerMade]

just found this video and have subscribed because i like the design of your piece (retired furniture maker).

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thanks for the sub! I hope to see you back

[@jasonbissonnette2331]

I am getting value and good laughs from your videos! Sorry, no mean comments from me! Another stellar video and a beautiful shelf/room divider. Has that 70's vibe to it and I love it.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

You are so right! No mean comments from you ever. You're probably one of the most dedicated nice viewers I have. Thank you as always!

[@ajdegol]

beautiful, well done!

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thank you very much!

[@KT-wx6wx]

How did you attach it to the wall?

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Finish screws into the pony wall and side wall. Then wax filler

[@stumcconnel]

What a beautiful piece, I didn't realise Hickory was such a nice looking wood!

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

It is if you spend the time finding the right boards.

[@l6kyuf]

Hickory is an incredible wood, this is probably my favorite project

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Well that's an honor! I'm glad you liked it so much! I'll see you on the next one!

[@1myfriendjohn]

That is a lovely piece.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

I'm glad you like it! I'll see you on the next one!

[@eugenekilmer9407]

I found it amusing that this fellow talked about getting intimate with the wood, yet he used all his machinery on it: router, saw, jointer, planer, nail gun, drill, sander, sprayer, jigs ... He cut the mortises with a router, cut the tenons with his table saw, and only "finessed" the tenons with sandpaper and a chisel, and even then, he ended up rounding the tenons with his router and a pattern. He even said he passed up an opportunity to cut the smaller tenons by hand, opting for machinery. My idea of getting intimate with wood is cutting it with a handsaw, digging out the mortises with a chisel and mallet, cutting the tenons with a saw and rounding them with a chisel, planing the boards with a hand plane, and sanding by hand; and I'm not even old-fashioned. Not a mean comment, just an observation. Congratulations on getting people to support you for making videos. I supported myself (I'm retired now) by driving a truck, working construction, and being in the USMC.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

I think everyone's idea of intimacy is different. My video is about getting people inspired about doing things differently. However they see fit. Thanks!

[@lgconf]

Wonderful work! I'd be scared of installing it, though. Going through all that trouble making sure everything is square and then figuring out that the wall you're attaching it to isn't... that'd be quite a moment.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

I checked when I was doing my measurements. It was a tight fit though.

[@josegabrielgomezjimenez8950]

Congratulations, it's an excellent work. Design and execution.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@southerndime333]

intimate with wood lul

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

Hey... sometimes

[@JonathanVillafranca]

I do not know how Japanese craftsman's made entire houses like a work of art with just a hand saw and a hammer.

[@FortressFineWoodworks]

I agree, that would be insane