How to Build a Mudroom Storage Bench and Hall Tree

[@brunnie]

Love the project! Bubbs was telling you to quit talking and get back to work. LOL This mudroom bench would work perfectly in my daughter's house so I'll suggest it to her. Thanks for the tips about painting, especially the caulk (I hadn't thought of that), and your reasoning for how you sand and paint. Many times we get lost at the finishing touches and end up doing things the hard way. Until next time... Saw and paint safe.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Haha he can be a little bossy! I'm so glad you found some helpful tips from the painting process! I try to keep it simple, but putty, primer and sanding are all you need for a good paint job...and maybe a little patience haha. I appreciate you watching and hope you have a great weekend! By the way, I like your username!

[@jackieopperman6568]

This project turned out so beautiful. Love the green color

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you! Me too! I wasn’t sure about it when I first opened the can but it looks beautiful on this!

[@fabioaloise]

I don't have any power tools to build wood furniture, but I would like to start. I looked at some online videos and almost gave up, given the number of large and expensive machines and power tools some folks have. My goal is to build a custom shoe bench for a specific area I have at home. When I was almost giving up, I found your video and that inspired me to start and take the next step. I just watched it and it brought a smile to my face (and hope too!). I won't buy an expensive table saw. I just learned from your video that a thing called saw guide rail exists! So I can buy a circular saw and this saw guide to get the straight cuts on the playwood done. I may also buy a mitter saw for specific cuts. I will also need an orbital sander and maybe a nail gun (but I have no idea which one to buy and which nails to use yet). I will also try to buy the pocket hole jig. I saw several videos where people use pocket holes with screws to put the pieces together rather than using cam lock fasteners. Pocket holes probably make the final product sturdier and if the idea is not do disassemble the piece of furniture in the future, then I guess pocket holes would be the best choice. So, I will now plan on what tools and materials to buy. Your video was the motivation I needed. This will be my very first project of this kind. And I want to keep going and build more pieces of furniture and other things made of wood. Thank you for sharing any detail you can. You wouldn't believe how much your videos help DIY folks like me. Your explanations are better than many that I saw from professionals. Keep doing the great work that you do. Much peace and health to you and your family. Thank you!

[@rondagold2004]

Thank you so much for including the stinking mistakes! I helps me not kick myself as hard when I make them, LOL. Love this build and I completely understand about the painting, I am right there with ya sister. YIKES

[@MCsCreations]

Really beautiful work, Shara! 😃 Thanks a bunch for sharing the paint process! Stay safe there with your family! And cats, of course! 🖖😊

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you so much! I have always been hesitant to share my paint process because I don’t really have a “process” and knew I’d get some crap for it by people who do have a process haha. But, I figured it might be helpful in some way to some one. If nothing else, maybe slightly entertaining 😅 I hope you have a great weekend and thank you again for watching!

[@MCsCreations]

@@WoodshopDiaries Oh, it absolutely helps!!! 😊

[@mon2dan]

Oh wow!!!!!!!! What a great surprise Shara, with the whole painting process! LOL!! LOVED IT!! I love your cat, the whole painting process, your cute jokes! Please keep them coming! LOVE, LOVE the beanie! Ur biggest fan in Huntsville, Al-Candy

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Haha I’m so glad you enjoyed the video and the painting proceeds. And the shop cat 🤣 I hope you have a wonderful weekend and thanks so much for watching!

[@mikecolo2158]

Woodtone and Sage...now that's a new twist, but it looks great! Awesome project. I'm sure your friend will enjoy it.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you so much! Not my usual pick of colors, but I kind of like it. There may be more green projects in the future haha. Have a great weekend!

[@Wisskey8t9]

Great tip with caulking to make the cracks dissappear. I'll use that technique. Now i know what to do with my spare plywood! Ty for posting

[@cindykiefnerthecoppertorch7789]

NICE! I hope your friend loved it!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you! She did 🙌

[@alee9961]

Really enjoy your projects. You never know who is watching a DIY video for the first time, so please, by all means, do include the painting steps. This turned out beautiful!!! Thank you 😊

[@bunnyluvdesigns9476]

Shara, you are so much fun to watch. You always keep things… you. And you are talented and so very cool. Thank you.

[@jeanneediger4955]

Shara love this! I will build this and paint it black for my hallway. Great job!!

[@joelcopeland3018]

Well done, as usual. You do great work with both your builds and your videos. I am a fan.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

I really appreciate that. Thanks so much for watching!

[@frankmoralesiii6908]

Im working on a project similar to this. After watching some of your videos I went and bought a pocket jig best investment ever made

[@createful_heart]

It's a beautiful piece, Shara. Well done!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you so much!

[@ivanholubec]

Easy, practical and beautiful. Thanks.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you! Have a great weekend!

[@cswatson4823]

Sooooooo nice. I am thinking inserting a iPad or touch flatscreen into the middle upper panel above the hooks to project our Google calendar would bring this up to another level. Hmmmmm. Think I am gonna be busy now this afternoon. Having that calendar and to do list visual as we walk out the door or coming into the house on this hall tree is gonna be helpful.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

What a great idea to make this work specifically for you and your space! Having a calendar and to dos there as you head out the door would be helpful!

[@aytviewer2421]

Love that idea!

[@senjos]

As always, a great build. Simple but so stylish! I guess the wish to see you painting is the same as to ask what tools you use. Lot people think, that if they use your tool, they can do the same as you do. But there ist the skill an practicing part they forget about!! And the imagination and drawing/planing part if they don't just want to copy. Anyway, your skills are great and I love your videos and builds!! 🥰

[@SawdustmakerLori]

The Mudroom Storage Bench turned out GREAT....perhaps because your shop cat was supervising the whole operation!!! I'm sure your friend will be thrilled with it! I haven't seen Lucy in several video's now so she must be staying warm up at the house!

[@lynjermey6423]

Looks really lovely and elegant.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you! I appreciate you watching. Hope you have a wonderful weekend!

[@CC-kr2fs]

I like this,,,its much easier than the one I tried. You always keep it simple for us novices. Thanx

[@pteddie6965]

HI, Shara. Thanks for this video. I have so much fun watching and listening to you when you explain your building process. You are absolutely real when you share with us and I love it. The more that you talk and share with us, the better that I like it. When you were explaining the painting and sanding process, I thought of the saying, "If it feels smooth, it is smooth." I think that a lot of people would over think this. BTW: I would be interested in hearing any other of your Dad's "Pearls of Wisdom". I bet that he had a bunch of them. I love this bench unit. I think that your friend's choice of hooks was a good one.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Hi! I really really appreciate your kind words! I love to hear that you enjoy the videos and the details I try to put into it. And yes, that's like my motto for everything..."if it works, it works." So, I'll have to remember this new one...if it feels smooth, it is smooth. One of these days, I'd like to get my dad to be in a video--he's not a fan of the idea, so we will see. He's full of "pearls of wisdom," but also lots of nonsense a lot of times 😂 Anyway, Thanks so much for watching! I always appreciate you following along. Have a great weekend!

[@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr]

You never cease to amaze me! Another beautiful project Shara. I agree with you! Painting is boring and often necessary, but never fun! lol…. This is a very nice mud bench! Thanks for sharing and keep on building! Have a great weekend!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you so much! It seems I'm not the only one who doesn't love painting...at least we are all in this together haha. I hope you have a great weekend as well and thanks again for watching!

[@aytviewer2421]

Simple and elegant. We really could have used something like that when our four kids were all in middle and high schools. Northeastern Nevada would often get quite messy during the winter months! As always, thank you for your videos. They are very inspirational and trigger many ideas for future projects. Take care.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much for your kind words and for watching! I feel like winter's job is to make everything a mess haha. I'm glad spring will be here soon! I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

[@marklee81]

I like it. If you don't have wood filler and want to fill holes on a piece you're painting, you can use drywall joint compound. I liked seeing the painting part. I think it's not just for tips and tricks, like the sanding, but it's also weirdly satisfying . . . like pressure washing and lawn mowing videos.

[@Lutzboater]

Very very nice, as usual. I certainly agree with your thoughts on paint sprayers. Enjoyed this build. Stay warm.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much! I'm so glad you enjoyed it. Have a great weekend!

[@lovejones7545]

Really enjoyed watching this build come together! This is a great looking Mudroom storage Bench. Well done Shara👍🏾💯

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you watching. Have a great weekend!

[@christophermckinney984]

Dang Shara, this video was just full of gold for me! From the cat attacking your process, a little ride on the struggle bus, and being forced to paint for us (dance monkey, dance!). You know, you could always get a sprayer if you don’t like painting that badly! (I love the description of what the thought of cleaning a sprayer makes you feel!). Now to the seriousness, this is a project that I am seriously going to have to hide from my wife! Not only has she been telling me she wants something just like this in our entry, but green is even her favorite color! 🙊 So, just for this week, I’m going to hide you from my wife, lest I find myself heading out for a couple sheets of plywood! (I’m going to go ahead and save the link to the plans though…you know…just in case! 😉 Oh, I love the hat too. Well, toboggan that is, but it looks warm and comfy.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

I tried to make this fun, but also educational...but also entertaining haha. I threw in a few classic "Woodshop Diaries elements" and I'm glad you noticed ;) Haha I wish you all the luck hiding the video, but, deep down, I secretly hope she finds it and puts in a build request! And then at that point, I wish you all the happy buildings! In all seriousness now from my end, I appreciate you watching and always enjoy your entertaining comments. I hope you and yours have a wonderful weekend!

[@craiggoodwin9704]

Shara, you surprised me by releasing this video on Friday instead of Saturday morning. I'm glad you included your "boring" paint process for you as my Wife has been talking to me about painting the pole barn and house most of this Winter. I'll be sharing with her. I'm working on my "built-in" office and it's starting to come together which is really exciting here. Following your lead I ordered 10 pairs of drawer glides (need 4 pairs for this project) visited you video on how to build drawers. I guess I have my own style for drawers but a refresher course certainly was helpful so thank you so much. I bought a thermometer for my shop for $8.00. When it says 40 degrees inside the shop that's good thing! Next week it's going to get bitter cold here so progress may get slowed on the project. Despite the excitement around the building process my attention will get divided between the chickens, dog, and my Son's dog whom we're taking care of this weekend. So I'm not a bit surprised to see Bud and Lucy in your video's and your workshop. It's a dog's (or cat's world) don't you know. I appreciate all the little tips you add which make a big difference around here. Thanks for Sharing!

[@steventrott8714]

I love it! I’m definitely going to build this!

[@corriedf]

Always so impressive. Thank you for sharing.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

You’re so kind. Thank you so much for watching!

[@DMAG-3200]

Good morning Shara,great way to start a day tks. That came out great. Looks like your shop cat is going to be fun. I would have bet she was going to get under foot when carrying that sheet of plywood. lol. Nice paint job. A little harder than the snap though. Loved project your a special Lady. Have a great weekend !!!!!!!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Good...well, it's afternoon now. Good afternoon! Yes, Bubby is definitely the life of the party. We've actually had him for about 7 years now. His sister, Girly, would keep him company and they'd venture out a lot but she passed away this summer and he's been hanging out with me and Lou a lot more since it's gotten colder. So he will probably show up often in upcoming videos haha. Anyway, I appreciate you watching and glad you enjoyed the video! I hope you have a great weekend!

[@DMAG-3200]

@@WoodshopDiaries so sorry for your lost. 😔 It's always hard to loose a pet (family).

[@leuch3rd]

Your videos are awesome and informative! Love all these projects, thank you so much for sharing!!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

I appreciate that! Thanks so much for watching and have a great weekend!

[@polgartibor1958]

Sarah thank you for video !!!!! 🥰🥰🌹🌹🌹👍👍👍👍👍👍🥰🥰😘😘

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@LizzieBradley-s2w]

Thanks so much for your video. It inspired me to do my first huge woodwork project and make my own mudroom bench and paneling. I'm so happy with how it turned out! 🙂 Thanks for your inspiration.

[@timdyer7692]

Your project looks fantastic! Your client is very lucky to have you build it. Keep up the great work!

[@kevinb2960]

Excellent, un projet que je vais reproduire! Félicitations

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you watching!

[@JPToto]

Well done, Shara! I really appreciate the consistency of your content. And you present practical projects using practical tools. Definitely one of my favorite channels! Keep up the great work! I can see why folks would want to see your paint process. People who watch your content trust you. We trust that you are getting good outcomes with your projects and we'd like to have good outcomes too! So, just like people always ask someone in great shape "what their secret is", even though it's usually just "diet and exercise", we still want to see what YOUR approach to painting is. Because it works for you!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

I really appreciate that! I always try to keep things simple and approachable and not make things more complicated than they need to be. I guess that's why I hesitate to share my paint process because I know many people make it far more involved than I do, so I feel like I don't have a lot to share. But you're right...someone out there may want to know the simple way that I do it and I hope this video helps! I appreciate you watching and hope you have a great weekend!

[@ronnorris1504]

Absolutely love this piece. Will look awesome in my daughter's mud room... This will be a surprise for her and she'll be so excited. Thank you and what a fabulous build...As for the sprayer, i completely agree with you, been there and done that, not going back.. LOL!

[@debbiegr1323]

Absolutely love it. My next project 😊

[@WoodshopDiaries]

So glad you loved it! Happy building!

[@AZbone]

Nicely done and good explanations. Many people on here make things seem harder than they are. You made this look doable even for a novice. Off to check out some of your other videos.

[@robertm348]

You do good work, Shara! Thanks for sharing!

[@paulabee4645]

Awesome, thankyou for your videos - the projects are really well explained and I have two on my list to do. You do a great job.

[@markneeley4081]

Beautiful work

[@jimrosson6702]

Looks amazing great work

[@bearsstuff]

Cat was like "It worked. You picked me up!" Really like your videos. I want one of these, but don't particularly have a place for one.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

He just meows until he gets his way...all day, every day haha. Thanks so much for watching and have a great weekend!

[@jaysgarage2769]

Beautiful job

[@Grampiswoodshop]

That's Awesome Shara!!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you watching!

[@brewster3987]

Aw yay a new full length Shara build! I love the board-and batten style of this! I believe a lot of us would just as soon snap our fingers at the end of the build and have the finish magically appear, but your finishing process is simple, sound and straightforward... and no one can argue with the results. I personally love the color choices (I suspect that if this was for your home, it would be rockin' that black and white vibe though!). p.s. I spy a kitty tail at 5:50...😊

[@WoodshopDiaries]

I'm so glad you enjoyed the video...and the painting process haha. I like to keep it simple...as always. And actually, while you are right...if it was mine, it would likely be painted black...I actually really liked this color once I applied it. When I first opened the can, I was like...not a fan. But once I put it on, it grew on me. I may have to paint something else for my own home green at some point ha. Anyway, thanks so much for watching and I hope you have a great weekend!

[@pmapaez]

Another awesome project, I am into the finish so I am glad you showed your process I'm always looking to improve my process, so thanks, stay awesome and warm lol

[@jhold7553]

I'm with you on a sprayer. Bought one used it once and cleaned it and took it back. Felt like if I'm not painting everything and for a business it wasn't worth it. Anyway love the build wish I had somewhere to put one

[@WoodshopDiaries]

I did the same...I had one years ago and wasn't a fan. So I went back to brush and roll. Luckily I don't paint a lot of things, so it's not too bad. Thanks so much for watching. I hope you have a great weekend!

[@deborahhaynes8361]

Great project! I love the color, it turned out so well.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you so much! I didn't like the color when I opened the can, but I have to admit once it was applied, I really loved it! It grows on you I think haha

[@johndaniels9957]

I like this. Saved to build later.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Awesome! Happy building!

[@samme5513]

Great job looks awesome love it

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you so much!!

[@rikkicanbuild9964]

great stuff thanks Shara love the cat cameos 😻😻

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Haha he’s great company while I work 🤣

[@AngieWilliamsDesigns]

Another well done project. You always seem to building things I want to make. LOL

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you! I'm glad you enjoy the projects! :) Have a great weekend!

[@goemaerefabian6998]

belle réalisation a+

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much!

[@spidey5483]

The look Danny gives while you’re spinning the plywood around is not unlike many looks I’ve received from my wife while in (or out) of the shop. 😂

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Haha he stays confused with me all the time 😂 He comes home from work to some kind of chaos every day, but he's a good sport about it ha. I'm glad he's still around 😂

[@spidey5483]

@@WoodshopDiaries if you don’t give your partner a confused look from time to time are you even a couple? Seriously though you are one of my favorite channels to watch! I’m in the process of building your MidCentury Modern Dresser. Thanks for all the great content you put out! I always look forward to your next build!

[@DavidBoston-rx2yi]

Awesome!!! Thank you…

[@carmenponcedeleon2693]

Watching your videos brings me so much joy and fills me with confidence to take on wood working projects ❤😊

[@johnkelley9877]

I hate painting too! I have used both Kilz and Sherman-Williams and they are very good products. The design looks great and you did a fantastic job of building it.Thanks for sharing this, it was great to watch.

[@marcusjames3035]

You keep stating you don’t know why people want to know how you do certain steps. Well remember that some folks may choose you to follow for their DIY protects. The more details you provide the more it will help them

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you for reminding me. I aim to help and inspire others. In many cases, I feel unqualified to share my “expertise” as I’m not an expert. In this case…painting…I know that my process is simplistic and many professionals will make it more complicated and say there is much more to it. So I hesitate to share that since I don’t have a lot to share.

[@Goosefang]

@@WoodshopDiaries love your content!

[@marcusjames3035]

@@WoodshopDiaries I understand exactly what you’re saying. We all know there are many ways to do things. But a lot of DIYers like myself are just happy to make it look good without a lot of extra work. You do fine work.

[@paulettewilliams6492]

Well said and can support 100%!

[@jimgreenhouse214]

I’ve yet to see a project that I didn’t enjoy watching. Please keep doing you. Great job.

[@springfield417]

I'm going to give it a try as only a bench.

[@gothamkingston2764]

I like for your work....

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you!

[@tomasgulas]

I looked at the blog foe this video to see what exact plywood you use, because it looks better than the one I get from HD. I see you use the better kind, birch. I always go for the cheapest, but may switch to this one, it looks much nicer.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

I almost always use birch plywood (or maple if they’re out of birch). It’s my go to!

[@rlcatt3259]

Love your work good job !

[@sarahgrecu4070]

nice job...quick tip, you can use foil to line your paint container for easy clean up :)

[@nobuckle40]

So, tell us how you really feel about painting. "...makes me want to throw up in my mouth..." 🤣🤣🤣 You're so funny! Love the project. What I like the most is that you've sized things in such a way that if one wanted to, they could make it 2/3, or even, 1/3 as wide as the original. It would be great to se it in place. Thanks for Shara-ing!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Haha I feel like I say that every video--tell you all about how much I hate painting. I think I've made my point clear by now 😂 I'm so glad you enjoyed the project and video. I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

[@DomesticDad20]

Great tutorial, thanks!

[@jbphoto7493]

Looks so good!!

[@BobT-gz2bm]

This was excellent Shara! I made some design modifications, mostly resizing for my small mudroom and adding narrow sides and a shelf. My wife and I both love it. And I learned so much doing it. Thank you so much! I would love to show you a photo of it, if there is any way to do that. Now I'm going to build some of your scrap shelves for my German mugs.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Hi! Thank you so much! If you purchased the plans, you can share photos and a review on the product page here: woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/collections/shelves-and-storage/products/hall-tree-mudroom-storage-bench-plans

[@mikeyc722]

great video. super helpful

[@masaya5072]

Very nice

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much!

[@GirlJustDIY]

Love it!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much friend! 🙌

[@mwoody4560]

Another great project. As I watched you handling those plywood panels I wondered if Kreg hadn’t provided you their carrier. I finally decided to try one and it helps quite a bit. With that I can can position the carrier in the center of the panel, then lift and support near my shoulder allowing me to keep my back straight and maximize leverage with my legs. It’s just more comfortable and easier to move panels. Also, I noticed your really nice sander. One of the things I like about your channel is that your tools are all very accessible price wise. You show that you don’t need a Festool shop to make. Nothing against Festool if I could afford them, I’d probably have some. So, I’m thinking that sander really must be worth it in comparison to say the Ryobi or Rigid brands you typically use. Can you talk about it sometime in a future video? Thx again, love your channel.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you so much! Yes, actually Kreg did give me one of those carriers and I use it quite a bit. I had left it in my garage and didn't want to go get it here haha. it definitely makes carrying them easier, but it still doesn't help getting them up on the workbench...pros and cons. So about the sander...happy to share my thoughts. I had a mirka sander and it died last fall (it only lasted about two years which was disappointing considering the price tag). I didn't want to invest big money in another fancy sander to only last a couple years, SO I purchased (with my own money) a Bosch orbital sander (I think it was like $120). And it worked perfectly fine and I would recommend it. However, a couple months later, SurfPrep sent me this sander, but the vacuum was on backorder so they didn't send that. After using the sander without the vacuum for a little bit, it was VERY apparent the vacuum was a necessity. This sander definitely removes material well, so it is incredibly dusty. So when the vacuums came back in stock, I did spend my own money to buy the vacuum to go with the sander because I felt it was worth it and I've been using that system the last couple months. I will say from my experience, it's way better than the mirka (and the whole system is cheaper, too, I believe) that I had. So if I had to recommend a "fancy" sander, I'd definitely go with SurfPrep. But, if it were to die and I had to start over again, I'd probably just go back to my Bosch because I have a hard time spending a lot of money on sanding tools--they're just not the most exciting tool in the shop.

[@marcopinotti2555]

Have a good day, I always follow you in your projects, done by yourself they don't even seem difficult. I wanted to make a piece of furniture to put above the sofa, with doors and maybe drawers in the backs of the sofa, do you have any suggestions?, see you soon.

[@jadeduan6991]

Love love the video, esp the sanding & painting part, thx for sharing SharaI am going to use the Baltic birch plywood, which grit do you think is good enough?

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much! I typically sand to about 220 before finish. Happy building! 🙌

[@jadeduan6991]

@@WoodshopDiariesthx😊

[@robertevans6481]

Great project, and kitty is too cute. I take it that all of your ryobi tools or brushless? Have to get another saw,since I lent mine out to a friend, and that was 4 months ago.

[@jamsomito]

I admire your ability to make pocket holes look so good! How do you keep your pieces from moving on you when you're joining a couple panels and holding by hand? Mine always seem to shift on me by 1/16" if they're not clamped.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

I get asked this all the time and to be honest, I didn’t know it was a struggle until people started asking about it. But I posted a video about it here: How to drive pocket hole screws without using clamps #shorts kzbin.info5BEhvuj3Kfc?feature=share

[@jamsomito]

@@WoodshopDiaries Awesome, thanks!

[@hdwoodshop]

That’s a cool looking gnarly board you used to do your cuts. Make something cool out of it. 😁

[@christophermartin7973]

Excellent work you're one of my favorites to watch I honestly love when you post new videos because the things you build are most practical to most people I find. One question and sorry I know you've answered this in a video before but I can't remember which one it was a few years back. How do you screw in the pocket hole joints without clamping you always seem to make it work and they never shift on you. Where are you putting the pressure to keep the wood from slipping what's your trick! Part of me thinks you just have awesome grip strength from all the projects you make lol!!!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you! I’m so glad you enjoy the videos and projects. That’s great to hear! I made a quick video about the pocket holes here: How to drive pocket hole screws without using clamps #shorts kzbin.info5BEhvuj3Kfc?feature=share

[@christophermartin7973]

@@WoodshopDiaries Thank you so much for the reply great info and I'll keep using this in the future. Thanks again and all the best!

[@robgillingham1744]

Enjoy all of your builds. How do you like that Ryobi cordless saw? Ryobi gets a lot of flack but I am looking for inexpensive saw to use for outdoor projects. Any insight appreciated. Thanks

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much! I love my Ryobi cordless circ saw. I had the older version for years and loved it but recently upgraded to the “HP” version that they have now. It’s a great little saw. They don’t pay me to use it or to say that, so if I wanted to switch, I can. But I don’t haha. Definitely recommend it. I have the 7 1/4” one

[@robgillingham1744]

@@WoodshopDiaries great thank you. Sounds like my solution! Keep putting out the great content. Have a great weekend.

[@nayshaness]

Would it work out if i just made the seat and then added the pannel directly to my wall?

[@hoohaa29]

This is an awesome build. I wonder ... if there any way you would suggest to put some cubbys on the top as well? I would love to build something like this, but would love to have cubbys at the top for some additional light storage things.

[@AngieWilliamsDesigns]

HA! My dad told me the same thing about opening and closing a knife. I just recently told that to my son. He asked me why…. I told him “Because that’s what Papaw taught me”

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Haha, yeah I never understood the reasoning behind the rule, but I'll do it 😂

[@АнатолийНургалиев-л3р]

Классно получилось! Вы молодец!

[@elifetci8261]

Hi, thanks for the great videos. Can I use plywood for the indoor stairs? I like its natural edges

[@JayBergCustoms]

Oh man, I almost didn't even notice the sock monkey hat! I've always wondered if pocket screwing two pieces of plywood together like that was viable and sturdy. It must be, the way you were dancing with that giantly wide panel. The spray gun thing is a tough one. I've got a Fuji Q5. The thing about a project like this is it would take you like three minutes to spray it, and then 20 minutes to clean the gun. But then, is that still less time than brushing and rolling? Probably, I think. And if the paint will dry fast enough, you can leave the paint in the gun for a few hours between coats.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

The panel seemed fine for this situation. But, it was also reinforced by attaching it to the bench and then adding the trim. I think whether pocket hole screwing large panels of plywood is viable would depend on the situation it’s being used for. In this case, it wasn’t really a critical structural piece…it just made it easier to attach the trim if they were secured together. But that’s just my rambling thoughts haha. Yeah I’ve debated a lot on the sprayer. I used to have one years ago and didn’t really love using it. So I’ve stuck to brush and roll. It takes longer from start to finish, but usually I’m doing something else between coats so it doesn’t really matter. I paint maybe 1/5 projects, so when I have to, I just turn on the radio and make it as bearable as possible haha. I also don’t like to tape stuff off 🤣🙈

[@aytviewer2421]

I bought and tried a Wagner paint sprayer that I picked up at Home Deport several years ago. I used it twice and the clean-up was a huge pain to clean it all out and clean up paint from the nozzle. Plus, I had difficulty dialing in the sprayer pattern to get an even spray coat with a fine mist. I gave the Wagner to my brother-in-law and I'm not even sure he has ever used it. I have a lot of talents, but using paint sprayers is not one of them. The end result just wasn't worth my time as I am already pretty good with good ole rollers and brushes that I just toss when done. Maybe I should try something other than the Wagner some day and it might be a better experience?

[@JayBergCustoms]

@@aytviewer2421 spraying with any kind of HVLP system, and getting great results, is all a matter of paint viscosity. I have a very high end Fuji Q5, and even if I'm spraying Sherwin William Emerald pain, I still have to thin it with a little water to get it thin enough to go on without orange peel. Those wagner style HVLP system, where the motor and the nozzle are one part, require thinning even more, because they don't have that much power to atomize the paint. It took me a lot of experimenting to get to where I can get a good finish every time, but now I've for it dialed in (including cleaning) , and I don't dread painting so much any more. But I still don't love it, either lol.

[@jasonthomas1760]

Awesome build as always Shara! Apparently shop kitty wanted lovins lol. My finishing process is usually asking the neighbor kids if they want 20 bucks lol. I feel you 10000% about the sprayer as well. Every time I get half way down the isle with one and think about cleaning it, nope... not today Satan.. lol

[@JessicaSimonson-m7x]

Love this! Question: I am interested in building only the bench - no back. How would you suggest attaching the bench seat to the bottom?

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Hi! The same way as done here. Screws through the top supports of the bench 👍

[@streetkombativesystem4704]

Sweet!

[@frankstoverpurebloodsaltya6441]

Well done! Painting does suck... I love spraying paint.. use a hvlp gravity feed spray gun.. easy clean up

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much! That sounds like a nice set up!

[@walterhuth4975]

I always enjoy your projects, Shara. Your approach to this woodworking thing is really great. For this one, I need to ask ... how many hours did it take for you to build this piece? Just curious ... thanks. WMH

[@norcross26]

Looks great minus the color. I'm not a fan of that color but hey it's not mine ha ha. Yes I hate painting too. I wish it was as easy as snapping your fingers. I figured you would do pocket holes on both pieces on the back board but staggered for a tighter seal, but I'm sure what you did is just fine too. Great job 👏

[@gvega17]

Happy New Year. I am late to the party seeing this video. I watched your drawer series and a learned a TON! I still have one question though: I am building a similar project as this storage bench. Total length is 58", I want 3 drawers which the opening is 18 5/16" each space. I want 10 inch drawer slide but would love to use a face frame like yours. My question is, how can I accomplish this if I want inset drawers? Is that even possible? Sorry if it is a dummie question but this is my first time building a drawer and I am confused as you can see. Or better yet, how would you tackle the project if you were to install drawers? Thanks!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Hi! Happy new year! You could totally make this with drawers. Have you seen my drawer building playlist? It breaks down how to measure, build and install drawers and drawer fronts: Drawer Building Series kzbin.info/aero/PLZXlzM3gc_U2VAcejawDXcsSU6pm4PESL

[@gvega17]

@@WoodshopDiariesI have seen the playlist which is awesome! My only confusion here is where to mount the drawer slides with a face frame? If the face frame is 1x3, that means you have to center it between the ply behind it which will overlap it. Wouldn't that be wasted space between the face frame and the 3/4 plywood? Sorry if this makes not sense to you.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

@greivinvega2990 yes, you’d need to install a spacer block to mount the slides on so that they’re not “behind” the face frame. That would be “wasted space” but that’s just a consequence of using face frames. You could skip the face frame in the front and go frameless instead if you want to maximize drawer space.

[@gvega17]

​@WoodshopDiaries awesome. I love the example of frameless drawers in your series so I'll consider that. Thanks again for your insight and content!

[@WalterRiggs]

I want to see your painting process because I hate painting too. I figure if anyone will make it easy, fast, and nice it would be someone else who hates it.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

I hope you enjoyed it and found some helpful information! Thanks so much for watching!

[@habsfanlafleur]

Awesome project!!! Once again, stunning work and design. Firstly, never close a knife you didn't open is great advice for life in general....I think lol. I also have to ask, how is the pup with shop cat??

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much! Haha, I worked with my dad a LOT in high school (and still some today) and I still to this day don't understand the "why" behind that rule, but I follow it haha. Lucy and Bubs get along well. I've had Bubby (and his sister) for about 7 years and Lou for about 6 . She has been good with him, but he is an instigator and I have to mediate every now and then ha. His sister cat (Girly) was his playmate until this summer when she passed away, so since then, he hangs around a lot more and tries to play with Lou.

[@habsfanlafleur]

@@WoodshopDiaries I'll make sure to follow that rule from now on as well! I'm glad you are still able to work with your dad, that's a blessing and I can guarantee he treasures every second of it! My dad used to do some carpentry work on the side and after he died I really regret not making more of an effort to learn from him. He had a few of those "rules" too lol. I'd love to get another pet but my Maggie is so dominant and bossy I know it wouldn't stand a chance! Thanks again for your videos, I hope you know what an inspiration you are!

[@jtotheb-ip2hh]

Amazing work. You rock! Where can I get those hooks?!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

I linked them in the description 😊

[@michaelheaton478]

Awesome video!!! Would you be willing to disclose what you would charge for this build!!!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Pricing is always tough. Because I made this for my friend, I just charged her for materials. I don’t make commission pieces for profit so I don’t have a good feel for pricing.

[@michaelheaton478]

Thank you for the honest answer!!

[@christopherpascale3758]

Thank you for the caulking tip. Would have never thought of that. I see you are using a ridgid miter saw. Which model do you have? Does it cut square and not have deflection?

[@WoodshopDiaries]

I’ve linked the one i have in the tools list in the video description. I have had it maybe 5 years now (I’ve lost count) and I still like it. It cuts square if it’s set up right and has a good blade. Blade condition and quality make a big difference. If my cuts start getting off, it’s usually a sign I need to replace the blade

[@christopherpascale3758]

@@WoodshopDiaries which blade do you use? And is it for cutting plywood or other wood as well?

[@WoodshopDiaries]

I use a 100 tooth finish blade on it. They’re pricey but they cut SO smooth. High tooth count finish blades are exactly what you want for plywood.