I'm building a new workshop! | Shop Tour

[@dkbuilds]

Thank you for watching and for your support! Did you find anything useful in this video? Do you have any tips for me for my next shop? Let me know in the comments below!

[@youtukang]

*TOP* 👍

[@katzmosestools]

Looking forward to seeing the new shop builds.

[@dkbuilds]

Thanks JKM! I'm trapped in a tiny apartment right now with all my tools in storage. Moving in to the new place the end of June!

[@DarylBambic]

Love to see a fellow student of Steve’s on YT! I am your latest fan-sub. I started woodworking in 2021 after my retirement, took Steve’s course and haven’t looked back. My shop is small-1 car garage so everything must be mobile for when I need to park the car. I look forward to more of your content❤.

[@dkbuilds]

That's great Daryl, I'm happy to meet another student of Steves! Hope your woodworking journey is going well! Cheers

[@Dcreed76]

Looking forward to seeing you make it back on here and the new shop as it gets off the ground. Miss watching your build all the time. Hope you get back up and running soon!

[@dkbuilds]

Thanks Daniel! I'm editing my next video now about building my new workshop, then I'm getting back into furniture builds / hand tool work ASAP!

[@sinisterwork]

Thanks for sharing a great video! I am new"ish" to woodworking but have 25 years of experience as a Health and Safety Rep. Glad to see you have a focus on PPE, your respirator (3M half face with a organic vapor/HEPA filter cartridge). One thing I would suggest... you should never leave the respirator just hanging in the shop when not in use. It should have come with a re-sealable plastic bag (even has a hole in the top non sealed area to hang on a hook). You should always keep the respirator in the bag and sealed when not in use. Even shops with the best dust collection systems will still get dust and any chemicals you spray in the air. These elements can then settle onto your respirator and then you don it to use and are now exposed to that contaminate. Keep it sealed when not in use and you will always have a clean respirator. Those cartridges you use (the ones currently on the mask) are considered 40 hour filters, so they should last under normal conditions for 40 hours of wearable use. The round ones you mentioned are only 8 hour filters (those are HEPA filters for dust but as you mentioned, provides no protection from vapors and gases).

[@dkbuilds]

Thank you so much for the words of wisdom Franklin! I will try to keep my respirators covered in the future and I am _definitely_ due for replacing the cartridges! Thanks, I am glad to have you as a viewer!

[@RPPerry1984]

10 Years ago I randomly ended up watching Steve's channel and saw his jewelry box. Finding Woodworking for Mere Mortals led to me buying second hand equipment and jumping into woodworking within 48 hours! Steve's tools were not top of the line, his shop was not super organized and pretty. I really related to him and that is what got me into wood working. Regarding the Ryobi tools you use, they are great tools and unless you're a contractor or working 8+ hours a day beating on power tools they will serve you well. Bob Ross never bragged about the brushes, easel, or paint he used, he just picked them up and showed you what he could do with them. For all we know he used whatever his local box store had available. Your work is stunning and I aspire to be half the craftsman you are. Looking forward to seeing the video of your new shop.

[@dkbuilds]

That's great, thanks for sharing Perry. It's nice to talk with other woodworkers who started their journey with Steve. I'm flattered you enjoy my craftsmanship, I am always striving to improve it. Thank you for watching, subscribing, and commenting. I value you as a viewer!

[@crossgrainwoodproductsltd9230]

Great to hear you are moving to the East Coast! I'm a CT. resident myself. One piece of advice for your next shop is to make it larger than you think you need it to be. Within a short time, I quickly outgrew my shop and now I plan to add on once lumber prices come down. You think you can get by with a certain size, but once countertops and storage solutions are put into the space, you will find it becomes cramped. Just my two cents.

[@dkbuilds]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing CrossGrainn. I agree, too big is better than too small! I am thinking of building a 20x15 or 20x20 shop right now.

[@Gotmovezlikejagga]

Great video, you are natural in front of the camera. You speak clearly, to the point and honest....likes and dislikes. My wife says that every time she comes out to my shop its different. That's a result of working in a small shop and adapting to your own work flow. This video is very helpful, you covered the structure, electrical and tool decisions. I look forward to seeing the new shop and how you develop that work space.

[@dkbuilds]

Awesome, thank you Kevin! I'm glad you found this video useful!

[@PimDuijst]

I hope you also take us on the journey building the new one!

[@dkbuilds]

I definitely will, thank you Pim!

[@skyscraper74]

Inspiring! I like the tips about not hoarding to tools and wood pieces and the down to earth suggestions.

[@dkbuilds]

Thank you skyscraper!! I'm glad you liked it :)

[@DaffyDubzFPV]

Welcome to the east coast! I'm always envious of the shop tours I see on KZbin because I'm working out of a 1 car garage (which also stores all my lawn care tools and various other things) but it's nice to see how other people manage flow and layout. Looking forward to seeing the new shop! Best of luck with the move!

[@dkbuilds]

Thanks so much for the kind words Daffy! Your workshop must be very well organized! Thanks for watching!

[@adlleong]

I'm very happy with this video

[@dkbuilds]

Thank you so much adlleong!!

[@OxTongue0]

Your workshop looks neat well planned, well organised You might have great memories associated with this place. I wish take all the best memories to your new place Keep up the good work 👍🏿

[@dkbuilds]

Thank you so much Gowrishankar!

[@micahk606]

Good luck on the move man. I live in Colorado, so we get some cold days. I really recommend wiring your new shop with 220 and buying a forced air heater. (can get them for under 200$ these days.) If you insulate your new shop you will cook yourself out of there in the winter, and won't be producing harmful fumes. I've had my heater for 15 years and 3 different shops and it has been worth every penny.

[@dkbuilds]

Thanks for the tips Micah! That's a great idea. I will definitely have 220 in the shop so I will consider that. Thanks!

[@MatthewRMacKinnon]

Thank you for this video, it’s a lot of fun to get these talk format videos in between your builds. I’m the kind of person who likes to get to know the creator and learn their personality a little bit, so it goes along way. Thanks for taking the time to put this together, I hope you make lots of videos transforming the new shop!

[@dkbuilds]

Awesome, thank you Matthew and it's nice to get to know you too. More awesome build videos coming soon!

[@ajurgens1]

Hi David. Your shop is amazing and I admire how well thought out it is and how each tool has it's place. My shop is a single bay garage where I house my SawStop, Band Saw, floor planer, disk sander and lathe, etc. Needless to say I am in need of either more floor space or more efficient tool storage. I am going to continue watching your videos and hopefully learn how you accomplished what you did. I am also a Weekend Woodworker, but have yet to dive in to the projects. Best of luck with your move and I appreciate the hard work it must take to post your videos.

[@dkbuilds]

Hey Alan, awesome I'm glad you like my shop! Your shop sounds great, you've got all the essentials. Let me know if you come up with any tricks to save space! Thanks for watching!

[@myfinalheaven9590]

Only recently discovered your channel, with the 100 hour hand tool cabinet. Really great stuff. Look forward to seeing the new work shop and future content.

[@dkbuilds]

Thanks so much Rodney! Welcome to my channel!!

[@pinguinoer3971]

I need that extendable extension cord yesterday! I didn't even know something like that existed and having it suspended like that is even better.

[@dkbuilds]

Awesome pinguinoer, glad to have shown you something new! I have a link to mine in the description

[@VITO-Wood-and-Goods]

Really love to see your way to make and adjust things in your shop. A lot of it I do the same way. And btw like your showing personality, very Sympathetic and authentic.

[@dkbuilds]

Awesome, thank you for the feedback Vito. I appreciate it!

[@aaronvanvuuren9362]

One thing I plan on doing for my future wood shop is to install 1/2” rubber gym flooring throughout the entire shop that way you get both protection for your tools and support for your feet/low back. In my research I’ve found prices to be between $1 to $2/sq ft. It may be a tad pricey depending on the size of your shop but well worth the investment in the long run. Love your videos and I can’t wait to see your new shop!

[@dkbuilds]

That's a great idea Aaron. I chose foam to save money but I might go ahead and upgrade to rubber in my next shop. Thanks for the comment!

[@xavierfrancis243]

found this and very impressed. subscribed. One of my favorite shop tours. looking forward to your new shop.

[@dkbuilds]

Thank you so much Xavier! Glad you liked it, and welcome to my channel!

[@yukaoechslin5812]

Great Video. Thanks for sharing your experience, Like many other I watch a lot of woodworking videos (too many?) and you‘re doing a great job! Looking forward to seeyou build your new shop!

[@dkbuilds]

Thank you for the kind words, Yuka! I am glad to have you as a viewer!

[@markhaynes6410]

Sometimes watching KZbin can leave you daunted and you doubt your ability, but seeing you move on from basic beginnings through to embarking on your second shop, shows that it can be done and done well. Great to see your journey and good luck with the move 👍 P.S. Thanks to Steve Ramsey for link us through to you again.

[@dkbuilds]

Thanks for the kind words Mark! You can definitely learn to do very high quality woodworking with some practice and patience, it is not out of reach. You got this!

[@osamaabozahra]

Actually I was hesitant about Steve's woodworking course but after watching you recommending it I'm definitely going to take it. Also looking forward for your new shop. An organizational advice is to use a french cleat wall hanging system, it is super useful, quick, customizable and flexible

[@dkbuilds]

Awesome! I'm glad I inspired you to take Steve's course, I think it will be worth your time! And, thank you for the note about french cleats, that's a very good idea which I will definitely consider for my next shop. Thanks, Osama!

[@Srv02]

Didn’t knew you can actually talk, thought you‘re a woodworking machine. j/k Appreciated that you involve us in your workflows and decisions. Thank you and good luck in your new house. :-) 👍🏻

[@dkbuilds]

Haha yes I don't talk very often, viewers seem to like the videos more when I'm quiet ;) Glad you liked this one!

[@hassanal-mosawi4235]

Thanks for sharing those tips, and all the best in the new place!

[@dkbuilds]

Thank you for watching Hassan, I appreciate the good wishes!

[@ThatNinja1]

Love that sharpening station.

[@dkbuilds]

Thanks so much Ninja!

[@MCsCreations]

Thanks a lot for all the tips, man! 😃 I hope the new place to be much better! Have a safe trip and I'm looking forward to the videos on the new place. 😊 Anyway, stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@dkbuilds]

Thanks so much MC I'm glad you enjoyed it. Stay safe there with your family too, friend!

[@ChadPalmer]

Once again another awesome video. Can't wait to see the content you create around your new shop. My Shop is currently 20X48 and my wife and I are looking at moving. I live 45min East of Vancouver in BC so housing prices are INSANE + hard to find a big shop. Only thing I disagree with is "You can never have to many clamps"LOL. Ive built 2 workshops from scratch. My only suggestion is keep kicking ass and taking names. Love your vids. Keep up the good work. :)

[@dkbuilds]

Thanks Chad!! Yeah I hear you about housing prices, they are nuts right now. Thanks for the watch and comment, and good luck with your move!

[@Martin-ml2ii]

I was wondering why it had been so long since your last video ! Thank you for the update and good luck in your all new project.

[@dkbuilds]

I'm still alive! Thanks for watching and commenting Martin!

[@dukeengine1339]

Best of luck for your new workshop! I am also moving to a new home and am looking for a room to continue my woodwork... Hard to find... Anyway I'm happy that you are happy and happily feel happiness for your happy activity. "Don't worry, be... be..." damn I can't remember how it ends...

[@dkbuilds]

Thank you for watching Duke! Good luck on your move to your home. I agree a good workspace is hard to find... I think I will end up building my own workshop from scratch haha.

[@JimHester]

You learned faster than me. It took me four chisels to finally push me to adding a mat at the bench.

[@dkbuilds]

Hah! I hope you have a bench grinder!

[@JimHester]

@@dkbuilds I didn't. Do now, though. 😔

[@TheTranq]

Nice tour DK. I would highly recommended in your new shop (if you’re able) starting right away with a good floor and insulation/temperature control if you’re starting from ground 0. Excited to watch the new shop process.

[@dkbuilds]

Awesome thanks Tranq! Yeah I will definitely be improving the floor and temperature control situation in my future shop. I appreciate the comment!

[@Hatchmade]

I put a radiant tube heater in my shop and they are totally the way to go unless you can put in in floor radiant. Only cost me about $40 per month to keep it a nice comfortable temperature all winter. I’m in Canada and it gets cold here too. Plus there’s no air blowing around and it’s pretty quiet for filming.

[@dkbuilds]

Ah that's a great idea, I hadn't thought of that! Thanks for sharing Hatch!

[@devoswoodworking5174]

Great video! I’ve admired your other hand tool builds. Looking forward to your move and new workshop! I currently have my workshop in the basement and such a drag to bring things up and down stairs! Anyways, continue the great content!!

[@dkbuilds]

Thanks so much Devos! Stay tuned for new content ASAP!

[@doubledarefan]

8:00 Just keep doing better. Silently tell yourself to heal as often as needed. I've done it to beat colds, You can do it to beat chem vapor effects.

[@dkbuilds]

Thanks DD

[@mattanson3552]

What do you use for your sharpening station water spritz bottle? I don't see anything in your affiliate links. Looking forward to more content as you build your new shop.

[@dkbuilds]

Hmm that's a good question actually, I don't know! I found it under my sink at some point so I'm not sure the brand or anything. Thanks for watching, sorry I couldn't be of more use!

[@thomashajicek2747]

Hey David. Just found your channel through Steve Ramsey’s email. Just wanted to say great work and the shop looks amazing. I also starred out with Steve’s course a few years ago, but sadly have not progressed nearly as much. I’m subscribing so I can see how you set up your new shop and also see what else you make in the future. Good luck!

[@dkbuilds]

Awesome, welcome to my channel Thomas!

[@Lutzboater]

Best of luck on your new adventure!!

[@dkbuilds]

Thank you Pinta! Stay tuned for more videos really soon!

[@nelsonendrigojr2312]

Thank you for a lot tips in this vídeo.

[@dkbuilds]

Thank you for watching, Nelson!

[@sonitourret1374]

I was worried when i saw the video title in my notifications, but it turned to be a very good news ! At 28:50, when you speak about your height issue between your saw and your workbench : i seen people using kind of trestles with a roller on the top. And what is a "2 by 4" ? Here in France, I never heard that expression. Anyway, I'm glad you have projects in both your life and your workshop, especially in these hard times. And I'm glad you don't stop making videos, because your works are beautiful, and it's very inspiring.

[@roberthahn8555]

In North America, our dimensional lumber is measured in inches - so a 2 by 4 is ‘2 inches’ thick by ‘4 inches’ wide (by 96 inches long, usually) I put these numbers in quotes because if you take a ruler to the lumber, it’s typically 1.5 inches by 3.5 inches. The half inch difference is the result of planing and jointing the lumber. That’s typically done when the lumber is quite wet, so unfortunately as it dries, the lumber twists, bows and cups. How do you size your lumber in France? I’m really curious!

[@dkbuilds]

Thank you Soni! A roller is a good idea to help with the height issue. In the USA a "2x4" is a very common piece of cheap dimensional lumber used for framing structures (funny it is actually 1.5" x 3.5" even though it is named a 2" x 4"!) Thank you for watching, I will keep making videos for sure!

[@dannyholzhauser6407]

Do you have plans for your hanging tool cabinet.i absolutely love it. I have watched your video at least 30 times and my wife sees me she brings a towel and says your drooling.thanks for thevideos.

[@dkbuilds]

Hahaha thank you for the comment Danny! I don't have any plans unfortunately but I wrote up all of the dimensions in the video description. I hope it's helpful!

[@TheMoonlightCraftsman]

I guess I should have kept watching before commenting. Good to here you are happy with the bench

[@dkbuilds]

Thank you Moonlight!

[@matej423]

Nice and cozy

[@dkbuilds]

🙃

[@danielhoyng6588]

You look like Patrick from schits creek. It's awesome

[@dkbuilds]

Lol awesome I love that show! Not the first time I've heard that either!

[@danielhoyng6588]

@@dkbuilds dude you should build the cedar chest from season one! Its simple but elegant. And you could do it with hand tools.

[@dkbuilds]

@@danielhoyng6588 That's a great idea!

[@harveysburger]

Hey nice shop, good luck with the next one. I was wondering do you have a stash of other clamps somewhere? Although I am not a fan of the saying "you can never have too many clamps", you have surprisingly few clamps hehe, if that's all you use I am impressed

[@dkbuilds]

Thanks so much Claude!! All of my clamps are on that rack, with the larger bar clamps hung on the wall, and a few small spring clamps in a drawer just to hold stuff in place periodically. I often use _all_ of my clamps for a project, so maybe I could use a few more!

[@jpcarpentry4199]

Great video. Looks like I'm due a new mask for spraying lacquer / poly!

[@dkbuilds]

Yes JP! Learn from my mistakes! Thanks for watching :)

[@Roct3874]

I spray pre-cat lacquer and use the same mask and filter as him and highly recommend it.

[@didanoff]

Thanks for the video, it is very interesting. Could you please provide some more information about table top: what is the thicknesses of MDF, it is row or some water resistance variant, what is the finish of the top(oil, wax or something else)?

[@dkbuilds]

Thanks Sergey! The MDF is three laminated layers of one inch thick MDF, and it is finished with many coats of tung oil.

[@Pauken11]

Ridgid is the Home Depot house brand. Ryobi is a separate company.

[@dkbuilds]

Ahhh that makes sense. Thanks for the info Jim!

[@scott8351]

Where on the east coast? Good luck with the move.

[@dkbuilds]

Thanks Scott! We're moving to the Boston area

[@PaganWizard]

23:30 Look for videos from Alex Snodgrass on how to tune a band saw. He's an absolute treasure trove of knowledge and information when it comes to band saws. 25:45 To solve your issue of not being able to see into your dust collection trash can, get a small piece of 1/8 inch thick plexi, maybe 4in x 6in, cut it to your desired size. Next, cut a hole in the side of your trash can where you feel the need to empty it. The hole in the trash can needs to be at least one inch smaller on all four edges than your plexi is. Drill holes about one inch apart on the plexi, and matching holes on the trash can. Using a thick bead of silicon caulk, along with small nuts and bolts, mount the plexi to the inside of your trash can. Also run a bead of caulk along the outside edge of your window to make 110% sure there will be no loss of vacuum. Allow the caulk to cure for however long the instructions recommend. This is the first time I have seen your channel, and became a subscriber before the video ended. Good luck in your new home and shop, Chicago will miss you, but at the same time I salute you for leaving, and I'm sure you know why.

[@dkbuilds]

Hey Pagan, awesome thank you for the tips! Love the tip about making a window in my dust collection trash can, I will try that for sure. Welcome to my channel!

[@MadHatter764]

Didnt know from your videos that you were in Chicago...I lived there and it was very cold all the time except a blink-and-its-gone summer. where are you moving to on the East Coast ? I moved from Chicago to Boston, and Boston was just as cold !

[@dkbuilds]

Bahaha I just moved to New England! I guess I will never escape the cold :)

[@makermark67]

Great update, glad to see you're doing well. Congrats on the move, hope it's for great reasons. Love the honesty with the 'reviews' on the tools you use. I've recently built a 20x24 shop myself and am working to get things set up for a good flow and just being comfortable and I love the advice you give on the tool location in relation to your most used work spot. Can't wait to see the new place and some more beautiful projects! God speed on the move, stay safe!!

[@dkbuilds]

Thanks so much Mark! I'm glad my advice will be useful for you setting up your shop. Let me know how it turns out!

[@paradawilsonartes]

Top 👏👏👏

[@dkbuilds]

💪😇

[@ryaniles5848]

Best of luck and keep making great videos! Any reason you chose the Rob Cosman bench over the other designs?

[@dkbuilds]

Thank you Ryan! I chose Rob's bench because I really admire him as a woodworking and he recommends it. Also it is made of plywood and MDF (relatively inexpensive, except perhaps during a pandemic) and is flat-packable, both are characteristics I wanted in bench.

[@ryaniles5848]

@@dkbuilds Thanks for the feedback. I'm torn between building Rob's design, a Nicholson or a simplified Roubo. Schwartz's workbench book has perhaps only confused me more of which direction to go.

[@youtukang]

*TOP, HELLO FRIEND SALAM WOODWORKINGS* 🙏🇮🇩🤝🤝

[@dkbuilds]

Thanks YouTukang!

[@nacaniel2027]

hi i'm 17 planning to buy my first machine for my shop what should i buy first? table saw or a bandsaw and router? i'm focusing on making solid wood cabinets and more on the future

[@dkbuilds]

Hey Nacaniel! That is hard to say, it depends what kind of woodworking you plan to do. The most important tool in most cabinet shops like mine is a table saw. If you get one, make sure to learn to use it safely because it can be dangerous! Take care and good luck!

[@thelampsbandsf]

Hey man, cool vid! I am a beginner woodworker with a small shop and I want to get a jointer but I don't have a ton of room. I was thinking of getting the benchtop craftsman but it sounds like it's not that great. Any recommendations?

[@dkbuilds]

Hey Lamps! I wasn't a fan of my benchtop craftsman, it was so lightweight it didn't feel very safe to me. It worked for edge jointing short boards but that's about it. For edge jointing I would recommend making a sled for it on your table saw. For face jointing anything wider than 3-4 inches you either need a big jointer, or you can do a good job with just a hand plane and some practice! If it were me, I would use a hand plane to get one side mostly flat, then skip plane it in a planer (a few passes through the planer, flipping it over each time)... that process should work well enough for most applications. Hope that helps!

[@luizzahome]

Beautiful content master congratulations ☺️ my new member 🔔

[@dkbuilds]

Thank you so much DIY and welcome to my channel!

[@MrAlwerksbike]

Hey! How is the apron called you´re wearing? Thanks!

[@dkbuilds]

Good question! I actually don't know the brand of apron, I bought it off Amazon ages ago. To be honest I wouldn't recommend this particular one, so maybe it's better I don't remember the brand :)

[@TheMoonlightCraftsman]

Is that a Rob Cosman workbench? I was getting ready to build one like that

[@dkbuilds]

It sure is!

[@fuzzymonk]

@@dkbuilds I exclaimed out loud: hey, a Cosman bench! Love mine, need to add a tool well too.

[@alandews3555]

Is that a Rob Cosman MDF workbench? Did you make it yourself or buy the kit??

[@dkbuilds]

It sure is! I made it myself (following his plans of course) and bought the vice from him. Didn't know there was a kit

[@didanoff]

Do you use shop vac?

[@dkbuilds]

Hey Sergey, I do periodically use it yes, both for cleaning up and for dust extraction from my random orbit sander, spindle sander, and disk sander.

[@ycaroovoador7744]

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[@dkbuilds]

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[@victorkulmala3292]

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[@dkbuilds]

:)

[@edwinpagan1290]

Te gres el mejor. Tu perro es umilde

[@dkbuilds]

¡Gracias Edwin!

[@emilevoyer123]

GREAT JOB, ARE YOU STILL WOOD WORKING, I DONT SEE ANYTHING NEW.

[@dkbuilds]

Thanks for checking in Emile! My next video will be posted in 12 hours! :)

[@wolfman75]

👍😎😃👏

[@dkbuilds]

Thank you Wolfman!

[@JohnSmith-yy1fg]

Just dropped by to say I was really sad to see the video title. I used to enjoy your videos, so I'm sad to see your workshop's dying. Anyway, I'll follow you on Instagram so if you do decide to revive the channel, I'll re-subscribe. Best of luck!

[@dkbuilds]

Hey John thanks for dropping by! I am not killing this channel I will post more videos soon! I am building a new workshop!

[@MH-in1ei]

@@dkbuilds The title had me thinking the same. Please change the title. It puts out the wrong message.

[@dkbuilds]

@@MH-in1ei Thank you MH I am changing it now!

[@MH-in1ei]

@@dkbuilds The new title is soo much better! No hate, but clickbait backfires sometimes, specially if the person hasn't watched the whole video. Best of luck for the new workshop! Ironically this is the first video I watched on your channel, I've subscribed now :)

[@dkbuilds]

@@MH-in1ei Awesome thank you for the feedback MH, I really appreciate it! Welcome to my channel, I'm glad to have you!

[@zailynvega9698]

En español por favor

[@dkbuilds]

Lo siento Zailyn!

[@paradawilsonartes]

Olá mi escrevi no seu canal

[@dkbuilds]

Obrigado Wilson!

[@jamescook9378]

you should talk more young man very personable!!!

[@dkbuilds]

Thanks for the kind words James!

[@davidmarkus5156]

Make a video of you building your new workshop, I highly recommend you should! That would be very interesting to watch. I’m looking forward to it. 🪚🔨

[@dkbuilds]

Thank you David! I will, for sure!