How to Build a Side Table | Beginner Woodworking Project

[@731Woodworks]

▼EXPAND FOR LINKS TO THE TOOLS▼ 🎥 Watch Next - 13 Pocket Hole Tips and Tricks kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5DKl4mlZ5J_jpY 🛠 Tools In This Video: Plans for this table - www.731woodworks.com/store/diy-end-table-perfect-project-for-beginner-woodworkers Massca M2 Combo with Face Clamp amzn.to/3IZjLoy Massca M2 Pocket Hole Jig - masscaproducts.com/collections/frontpage/products/massca-m2-pro?aff=3 Massca Face Clamp - amzn.to/3kqJ7S4 Dust Collection adapter to Massca Jig - wittworks.shop/collections/all DeWALT Right Angle Attachment - amzn.to/3HehTa7 1 1/4 Inch Screws - masscaproducts.com/collections/pocket-hole-screws-plugs/products/1-1-4-coarse-thread-8-zinc-pocket-hole-screws-150-units?aff=3 2 1/2 inch screws - masscaproducts.com/collections/pocket-hole-screws-plugs/products/2-1-2-coarse-thread-8-zinc-pocket-hole-screws-100-screws?aff=3 Adjustable Push Block For Table Saw - amzn.to/3Wn7MUG Push Stick For Table Saw - amzn.to/3iNw2Sh 1/8" Roundover Bit - amzn.to/3ZEpvtT Pocket Hole Screw Guide (scroll down page) www.pocketholeking.com RYOBI Tools I Used - homedepot.sjv.io/KeVVk9 Other Tools Used: Metal Tool Wall - amzn.to/3jzcLUx Miter Saw - amzn.to/3I1mNYQ Stop Block System on my Miter Saw - amzn.to/3kqxU3Y Table Saw - amzn.to/3Wpm0p6 Sander I Use - amzn.to/3WLHegx Dust Extractor - amzn.to/3C6GgDH T-Shirt I'm Wearing - www.kerusso.com/products/kerusso-christian-t-shirt-iron-sharpens-iron Other Tools/Equipment I'm Asked About Often: Where I get my t-shirts (mostly) www.kerusso.com Toolbox in Background - homedepot.sjv.io/x9B2xy Tool Wall over Miter Station - amzn.to/3ZgWq7B Digital KZbin Sign - amzn.to/3GL2a2e (If you use one of these Amazon and other affiliate links, I may receive a commission) Other useful links: Daily Tool Deals on my website: www.731woodworks.com/tool-deals Subscribe the 731 Newsletter: mailchi.mp/7e44c16eefdc/731-woodworks-email-newsletter Check out our easy-to-follow woodworking plans: www.731woodworks.com/store use code 5NEWTOOLS to save 20% off your order. Outlaw's Board Butter - So Good it Should be Outlawed: www.731woodworks.com/store/boardbutter

[@michaeldean1625]

Thank you for the lessons. I'm learning a lot

[@kylefarmer8325]

Hey, I know in the past you have mentioned how these videos don't do so well for you. So I just wanted to say thank you for putting the time and effort into the video. It was a great watch!

[@731Woodworks]

Thank you Kyle

[@joefaraone977]

I learned some new words! Tubatoo! Wunbatoo! Love you Matt! Love what you do!

[@731Woodworks]

👊

[@gamer2101]

I love your build videos. I miss them so much. I know build videos don’t bring in the money like the other videos. You are the one that made me feel like I could do this woodworking thing and I will be forever grateful. This video is so refreshing to what’s been out there lately. Amazing to see this!!

[@731Woodworks]

Thanks. More are coming.

[@acraftyyorkshireman]

@@731Woodworks I'd like to echo Gamer210's comment. I learn something in every build video you do. Usually from a throwaway comment that fills in some detail on how to do something. I understand they may not generate the traffic / income, but I find each one invaluable. I've followed all your tips and tricks and created an (overly) successful side hustle Etsy shop thanks to you. Looking forward to more build videos Matt 😊

[@pteddie6965]

I have built four of this style tables following your plans and example. I miss the old days when you were building a lot of projects that weekend warriors could build.

[@Sebastopolmark]

That's a GREAT video. It is difficult to be a content creator these days as most projects, jigs etc have been done. But GOOD tutorials never go out of style. Believe it or not, everybody is ENTITLED to their opinion! !! !!!

[@williamfotiou7577]

Just finished one of these but 20ish inches wide by 10 deep. This is so we can put our router, wifi/home electronics on. So far is BEAUTIFUL. Oh, 30 inches high. Next doing the smaller version for side table to my recliner! Thanks, Mat. The journey begins.

[@beautyfrompaper2416]

Thank you so much for this video. I miss your build videos. This one just showed me the 2 things I was doing wrong with pocket holes. Now maybe I won’t hate pocket holes.

[@JoelGrus]

same, I had a half abandoned pocket-hole project that I was able to pick back up again after watching this

[@88rushrocks]

These videos help many. I build outdoor furniture and I do it usually out of scrap wood to keep the cost down for my customers unless it’s a custom order

[@samslade739]

Thank for the great info. I just retired and starting to do woodworking for the first time in my life and you have certainly helped me. Pocket holes? I suppose I'll get a jig and try this but certainly there is a way to connect these boards without the bottom looking like Swiss cheese. IDK, after spending 50 years machining metal, fit and finish is embedded into my brain and the parts you don't see are just as important as the parts you do. Perhaps I need to change my mindset.

[@karenmccoy2120]

Love, love, love your videos! I am a grandma who was tired of buying junk toys especially for my granddaughters. Bought a plastic cradle and my grandson stood in it the next day and busted his sisters toy. So I started building toys cradles, doll beds, highchairs, airplanes and progressed up to lift top desk for home school. I am still learning and gentlemen like you make it possible for grannies like me to enjoy woodworking. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your videos. I own mostly Ryobi also. Great for beginners pocketbook lol. One more thing I love your t-shirts. And as a sister in the body of Christ would love to buy a few if you could share your source! A video I would absolutely love is setting up a dust collection for small work shops. I have a dust collector and need to set it up. Love you!

[@731Woodworks]

Thank you. I buy most of my shirts from kerusso.com as for dust collection, I did a video about it here kzbin.info/www/bejne/qIq7qoxmlrOpiac

[@CranialExtractor]

It's such a blessing to find your channel as a beginner as a lot of the other channels say beginner and skip half the steps of building forget lots of crucial tips. I've started this table and am close to putting it all together! I just ran into a problem I used scrap 2x2 for the legs and I think they are not the same thickness as the support pieces I cut for down below. So I may just cut new support pieces and save them for the second table with thicker legs I might build right after. Got lots of 1x6 so why not!

[@justinculpepper651]

I agree with those saying more 731 build videos! I watch and enjoy all your stuff, but really like the builds. Keep doing great work. Thanks Matt!

[@731Woodworks]

Thanks Justin 👊🏻

[@theswime945]

Thank you. I'm a beginner, this was a perfect explanation of how to make and when to use pocket holes. Cheers.

[@valdius85]

People could really take a basic mechanics course - about bending, loads, momentums and so on. 😊 Great video

[@OtterBeSwimming]

Simple item to build but you do a great job going through the details to get the piece done right and looking good. I am glad to watch videos like this since I can always use good reminding of details to remember.

[@billyblackie9417]

Finally this video explains how to use the pocket jig and how to set up and use it and drill into the thinner piece of timber is better and screw the thin piece into the thicker piece and show what happens using wrong length screw. Also clamping the two pieces of wood helps stop the wood stay in line when screwing. Can I ask please I just have a single hole jig with no depth guide how would I measure drill bit depth. I only do self hobbies and retired so don't need an expensive jig and can't afford one anyway on pension thank you

[@BlessedLaymanNC]

Great timing for this video. Last week, I built my first farmhouse desk frame with pocket holes. I used the impact driver because I had not yet seen this video. My shop is tiny, so I worked outside and left the table overnight by accident. It rained. My surprise was that one of the long rails was not connected. I thought I forgot to screw it. (I didn't use glue yet because I try to at least sand, if not finish some of my work before final assembly when I can get to it better.) It turns out that I did forget one of the pocket hole screws, but the other one broke! The tubafore swelled up enough to break the screw. After watching this video, I conclude that it is because I drove the screw in very tight. Thank you for the lesson. As for the bottom shelf, I am glad to have just seen it. My design was to put the boards across the top of the rails, but I really like the level design you use better. As for pocket holes, it's good to make them with the Kreg jig I have, but to be honest, I think I would prefer dowels more. I do like this video a lot. I think it is a great video for teaching a beginner how to make something simple and useful and, as you said, cover the basic skills. Thank you, again. Keep up the good work. Eph 2:8-9

[@sargente7726]

I built a 4' round dining table with pocket holes four years ago and no problems.

[@mergalinpillay2413]

Thank u Matt. Your patience in explaining the concept and build is truly appreciated.I would rather see you demonstrating actual builds, honing on beginner tips rather than tool reviews.well suppose that pays the rent, nevertheless excellent channel , I always look forward to. Thank you from South Africa.( PS , only problem is that we are metric )

[@shawnhutchins1832]

Thank you for doing a build video. It’s great that you can integrate sponsors within a build video. Gives a real world use to the tool.

[@FixItFrench]

Great tip with choosing the drill over the impact driver. I can’t count the amount of pocket holes I have split while using an impact. 👍🏼

[@drewfrizzlexd2273]

Same or just stripping them out. I also learned that just because I can get an adapter for my 3/8 cordless automotive impact gun doesn't mean it should be used to drive screws...

[@clcphoto]

I was just about to type this exact same comment!

[@liameverything4444]

I built something very similar to this from whatching this and I’m very happy you helped me. It only ended up costing me about 8$!

[@larrynelson734]

I love pocket holes. I built all of my roll around tool stations with them. 20 years ago and still solid as a rock..great video. 👍❤...

[@RJSDZNS]

I just made a sofa end table yesterday using pocket hole jig! Used 100 year old barn wood for my legs that I milled down. Turned out so cool!

[@mchristofas]

Great build. I rent a tiny boathouse at the shore and i need 2 end tables just for small lamps and cell phone. I bought the plans and the pocket hole too. Gonna built this weekend!

[@abigailcolbert5985]

Honestly this video has helped me with a lot of things that i have had questions about from different projects! it is like you knew exactly what a beginner needs to know in order to be successful in this process. Thank you so much for being such a good resource to a beginning woodworker. You have no idea how much easier you have made this journey for me! This video is 10/10! You added just enough detail to help me understand but not so much that i was hearing stuff i have heard/read a million times.

[@denniskelly9574]

Massca pro Pocket hole jig just arrived!!! 🎉🎉🎉

[@christopherreyes4030]

Always wanted a good pocket jig. Ive been using drill bits to drill out the hole first then switching back to the screw but to drill in the screw

[@awlthatwoodcrafts8911]

That's a great looking little table and as you said, using pocket hole joinery makes this a very attainable project for a beginner. One thing I would have mentioned is the option of filling the pocket holes with plugs. Yeah, it takes a little finesse to get them trimmed off and there are some places on this particular piece where getting the right tool in there to trim the plug might be next to impossible. From a general standpoint though, and especially if you're going to paint the project, you can make those holes virtually disappear with a little extra work. You don't have to buy the expensive, pre-made plugs either. Just get some 3/8" dowel material (a couple bucks at Holmes or Lowes Depot) and make your own. I cut a bunch of 2-1/2" to 3" pieces and stick them in half of the holes. When you cut off the excess, you have the necessary plugs for the rest of the holes AND they are mostly already trimmed.

[@kyleolson8977]

I like the Massca Jig. I'm glad they're sponsoring you. The M2 is one of two Pocket hole Jigs I use. It's a little more work to setup than my other Jig (Armor Tool), but it's sturdier. (Also way easier to setup than the last generation of Kreg jigs). Out of the box my jig was way out of adjustment for the clamp size so you might be fooled into thinking you'll have to adjust the thing over and over, but that was the only time I had to mess with the clamp that much. It does require a tiny bit of work, but it's honestly not much more than tuning the tension on an automatic clamp. The dust collection spout is a good feature. The outriggers can be used many ways once you get a feel for them. It's similar to the outriggers on some of the Woodpeckers products like the drill guide in that you have to get a feel for how they should be put in but once you do you have lots of options. There are a number of M2 clones, but I would avoid these. While some might have a good base, you're giving up quality on the other parts and the M2 just isn't that expensive for what it does. I had used multiple Kreg pocket hole jigs from this and the previous generation and I got rid of all of them for the M2 and my other Jig. They're just too messy. Frankly I hated the Kreg 720 and thought the side storage made no sense. Maybe if it hadn't shipped months late due to COVID and I hadn't got the M2 and the Armor Tool first I might have liked it, but the only part of it I have left is the rubber dust collection attachment. The only issue I had with Massca is the screws - or really the boxes. I had ordered a box of Screws from Massca at some point and the screws came in a plastic box which was too flimsy for heavy screws. Quite a contrast from the sturdy M2. Between the movable dividers coming out and the corners cracking, eventually I ended up with a mixed box of screws. This is in the 500 pack, I think the 1000 pack has a stronger box. There's nothing wrong with the screws themselves, just make sure you if you get a flimsy box you store them elsewhere. I like the Armor Tool screws more, but they're all compatible #8 screws (or sometimes #7 or #6). There are some cases where I still want the Kreg screws as well. Anyway, I look forward to whatever Massca is up to next since they seem to have some elegant ideas.

[@ytbillybob]

Good to see you make something again.

[@keenonmurphy4812]

Bout time he’s got back to building

[@markmurrell1894]

I know this isn't what this video is about, but I'm fixing to order a new 36" sawstop 3hp after months of saving and selling stuff I didn't use! Kinda excited over here! 😁

[@731Woodworks]

Congrats Mark!!!

[@dentonjordan6992]

Appreciate the beginner focused build video … still here 👊🏻

[@731Woodworks]

I appreciate that!

[@mavision6525]

Thanks for the build video. The tips were great. Keep some more build videos coming.

[@DavidBoston-rx2yi]

Great video love how you explain your builds, great job Matt.

[@Mike-ou5ps]

Howdy Mr. 731... Luv ya like a Brutha Sir. Excellent video!!! It's specific. It gets to the point. It shows the set up. It shows the tools AND it shows that a $250 set of drivers isn't required. Well done Sir. The """"ONLY"""" thing I would add is an alternative to using those "vice" clamps and that is using straight boards and clamps most people already have. One on top, one on the bottom creating a "vice" to keep the boards straight without having to invest $30+ on ONE vice clamp. Perhaps "THAT" could be another "Short" clip/KZbin video for you to do as an alternative 😉.

[@731Woodworks]

Good tip Mike!

[@jamesblock1319]

Great job, always learn watching you.

[@andrealavigne7824]

Great project, & thank you for the clear explanation of pocket hole joinery. Matt, I just want to say I'm impressed that you seem to be inclusive of female woodworkers. You never talk or act like we don't belong. I know you're not unique in that mindset, but I just wanted to let you know I, for one, appreciate it. Have an awesome day! :)

[@731Woodworks]

Glad it was helpful! Anyone can woodwork! It's a great hobby!

[@codydavis3698]

Brilliant features on that pocket hole jig!

[@samsanderson7159]

It's nice to see a build video again. I hope there are more in the works.

[@milleradam98]

I miss these build videos from your old school days lol. I started watching you like 3 years ago when I first got into woodworking, you taught me alot. Maybe I can get your opinion. I'm building a mantle/floating shelf from a slab of 6/4 western red cedar and epoxy. It's all done, cured, planed, sanded etc. I sanded it to 2000 grit and when I went to finish it I realized I'm out of Rubio... So I'm refusing to spend more money, on hand I have water based gloss polycrylic and gloss polyurethane. You think at 2000 grit I could finish the entire thing, epoxy/cedar all of it with maybe a 50/50 mix of mineral spirits and polyurethane for a wipe on poly, or spray the water polycrylic with my hvlp? Thoughts? Shelf/mantle is 5'x10"

[@TheFirBall]

I am glad to see Matt is back to building stuff. These are my favorite videos

[@tonysantoni4417]

Thank you Matt, It’s was very educational . I really like the way he broke everything down and show the proper way to do it really helps thank you

[@mcmathwoodworks]

Great tips in here Matt! Especially the right-angle bit holder! I love mine, I use it all the time in tight spaces!!

[@chrisoliver3851]

Matt... Thanks for the video I need a new end table so I'll be building this soon....Chris

[@LYTOMIZE_Woodshop]

The Pocket Hole King is at it again! Great build!

[@731Woodworks]

Thank you Michael 👊

[@TheDart64]

Nice to see a build video, you are so good with those and the how to’s.

[@CoupleofBunkies]

Not a big fan of pocket holes, but I agree with everything you have presented.

[@johnisley4578]

Explained extremely well, especially for the newbies such as me ! Good Work

[@731Woodworks]

Glad it was helpful!

[@hansdegroot8549]

Great video. Thanks for sharing the basics of pocket hole joinery (again) and the tips along the way.

[@kenmcavoy4353]

Love that your using your old speed square. 😂

[@lincolndickerson1293]

Matt, thanks for doing a “build” video. Honestly I watch all your videos. There were so many comments about your choice to compare tools, show tips and tricks, don’t get killed by your push stick… not being “build” videos. I wanted to just say thanks for listening and responding. No sure what all that was about. I think you should just create the content you want to. Now about that pocket hole joinery… just kidding. Have a great day.

[@731Woodworks]

Thanks Lincoln! Always appreciate you!

[@5280Woodworking]

I have no problem using these even on find furniture along side my domino. I’d probably use figure 8 fasteners for the top but otherwise fun little project.

[@wolfman75]

Great Job!!!! This Turned Out Amazing!!!! Thanks Man!!!! 👍

[@woodworksbygrampies1284]

Hola! 🖐That was a super cool video. Thanks for the concise tutorial. Take care and have a good one, Adios!👊

[@sreevatsan]

Great video, Matt! While Massca is a super solid pocket hole jig, I found that Milescraft has also launched their new pocket jig- with all metal construction: Milescraft Pocket Jig 400. It looks similar to the Massca in design and durability , but it also seems to have evern more features.

[@jsmxwll]

If you only use 2 pocket screws, 1 in the center of each long grain side, then the wood can expand and contract around those and you won't have any issues with wood expansion.

[@NicolasIdrobo]

Just what I needed to get started in woodworking. Thanks!

[@731Woodworks]

Go for it!

[@imjoekang]

This video should be renamed The Return of the Pocket Hole King 🤴

[@731Woodworks]

lol 👑

[@ronswoodshack]

Awesome video!! Pocket holes rock!

[@brianadamson2702]

Great video, you make things so easy for us beginning wood workers.

[@davidonwp]

Love your channel and especially your t-shirts.

[@jeremyhuggins8796]

Thanks Matt, love the build videos. I just got a lot of ideas from this little table.

[@bandedefous99]

Merci pour vos vidéos instructives !

[@fardoom]

Thanks, I modified the design to make a dog feeding station. I left the bottom off as it was only a foot tall.

[@carlmclelland7624]

Great informative video, Matt. I'd never thought about the torque of my impact driver vs. using a drill. See... even your "Shift Sergeant" can learn from... "the Rookies!" Hahahahaha...................

[@731Woodworks]

😂

[@leiwa100]

That wobble while you were standing on the table. Stay safe.

[@freddygarcia4189]

Man another awesome video! 👌 I love how you broke down every part of the build really appreciate it.

[@731Woodworks]

Glad you liked it!

[@byronturnbow2189]

I've been trying to find something for surround sound speakers. this would work great

[@philalandry]

Great info as always! Though still trying to figure out what a twobatwo or a fourbafour is??

[@angiespencer4156]

You can make your furniture the size of your drill and bit or get a shorter bit 😊

[@portaamber]

Such a cute table ❤ the Massca M2 is on my goal list lol. I just have the baby version rn 🙃

[@ronaldgardner3254]

how about a "woodworking for dummies" type series for complete beginners...measuring, cutting etc. I think it would be popular for people who want to get started woodworking, but never touched a tool

[@731Woodworks]

Working on it. Guide to staining/Finishing video comes Sunday

[@ronaldgardner3254]

@@731Woodworks awesome, can't wait!!

[@ryanrank3070]

You like Ryobi so much that your door is green! That's dedication! LOL

[@POLPO_WOOD]

Awesome video Matt, I enjoy watching you build!

[@731Woodworks]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@chapbix12158]

If you do not have a turret to set the depth of the drill bit, place a scrap piece of material that is the same thickness as the material you will drill into on the jig & insert the bit into the top of the jig until it rests on top of the material & then tighten down the collar on the drill bit. Advantage? This will custom set the bit to the material you will be drilling into.

[@lostarkie01]

I like your build videos thanks

[@Sigma1976-SS]

Great video buddy 👍

[@chrisnash2154]

Great video. You have truly come a long way.

[@johndavidcopeland1617]

love watching this channel

[@yoseflugashi9820]

Just like my favorite movie: Return of the (Pocket Hole) King

[@731Woodworks]

😂

[@markgallagher1376]

Great video, Matt. Glad to see a build video again. Craig marks their bit with the wood thicknesses so you don’t need a block to set the collar depth. Why do you think Masca doesn’t do the same?

[@731Woodworks]

I'm not sure why they don't?

[@vmoutsop]

These types of videos are better, you come out with a final product that can be created by anyone else.

[@wittworks]

Good job!

[@731Woodworks]

Thanks!

[@vernsteinbrecker3759]

Like the video. Was great that you explained everything you were doing

[@731Woodworks]

Glad it helped

[@joshfriedman1461]

Great video. Thanks!

[@731Woodworks]

Glad you liked it!

[@christianrobinson4526]

Yes! I love the build videos!

[@HouseScraper]

love the project and your channel

[@moudavis5830]

Love the local terms, "Wabbajob" My family is from the Tennessee Smoky Mountains. Some favorites is Pertnear, We'uns, yonder, and aferpiece to name a few

[@yellowhammerwoodcrafts]

Matt, what microphone do you use? Your sound is so clear.

[@731Woodworks]

it's a comica set from amazon. I've got them linked in the description under camera gear.

[@aaudain1]

Great idea 💡 👍 👏

[@stevencuellarart9495]

Thanks for sharing

[@brenperkins3117]

I just got a chance to use my massca and I love it; so much better than the Kreg R3. Have you thought about adding the armor auto adjust clamp to the massca? Makes a really good jig into a great jig. Awesome video as always!

[@mauricecooper9016]

Is that possible? Just got my M2 and my only gripe is the clamp isnt auto adjusting. that would be a great upgrade.

[@brenperkins3117]

@@mauricecooper9016 Yep, it’s super easy. You need the Armor t track connector and the auto adjust clamp; I got them both on Amazon. It’s amazing; works really well. Here’s what you need: ARMOR TOOL JIG BRACKET & AUTO ADJUST IN-LINE T-TRACK (Jig Upgrade System) $45 and with every cent

[@mauricecooper9016]

@@brenperkins3117 thank you sir! I appreciate that.

[@arnaldocuevas68]

A beginner question 🤔..... If you build a table with pine and use hardwood only for top to be more durable and hard.... Is this is a good practice or a waist of money and material? I'm concern about marks using soft wood on tables. Thanks in advance!

[@dcruicks1]

Thank you!

[@kencross25]

I love to use pocket hole joinery so much that I purchased a Kreg DB210 Foreman Pocket Hole Machine. I'm a hobbyist, but this sure makes the pocket holes I do use "easy a pie" There is a local Church that is remolding they're sanctuary and giving away 100 of their old twenty-foot church pews, which are in great shape, I was told the pews are made of Oak. Would it be a good project to undertake reclaiming 5 or 10 of those pews for lumber?

[@kevinroberts9814]

Matt, I haven't heard the word "whompyjawed" since I was a teenager. Thanks for keeping a great expression alive. And nice project, too!

[@greatgrandpaswoodworking]

Great build. Do you think it will support an adult to use as a stool? Never mind. You just answered it. Still a great build. Thank you.

[@731Woodworks]

lol Thanks Great Grandpa!

[@celticwoodreations]

Amazing video especially for a newbie like me. Just about to buy a few of your plans how do you find the milwaukee M18 router I don't see you use it often

[@731Woodworks]

Thanks! I just got the router a few weeks ago. So far so good.