Learn to Build with Ana White: Essential Tools

[@AnaWhiteDIY]

Hi Lara, I'd definitely recommend a brad nailer (18 gauge) as the first nailer to purchase. It shoots a nail from 5/8" to 2" (the Ryobi Airstrike in the video does) and these nails are very tiny, so hard to see when in project, but also very difficult to drive by hand without a brad nailer. A finish nailer is usually a 15 or 16 gauge nailer, and these shoot much bigger nails, more difficult to hide and can be driven by hand. Those nails are generally used for bigger pieces of trim - like exterior moulding.

[@emsnightowl57]

Thanks for your advice. Love your videos. Just finished making your potting bench for my wife. Turned out great.

[@gratituderanch9406]

Do more how to build for beginners! Seriously I am having a hard time finding any quality videos, especially from women! You’re great, please do more!

[@weston0614]

Gratitude Ranch .... I completely agree with you. We need more female wood workers and definitely beginner videos. In the meantime, I’m a huge Steve Ramsey fan. He’s got lots of simple beginner videos and he’s really funny. Also, the sisters, Shanty2chic are pretty awesome.

[@ThePumpkinPatch]

I agree!

[@thatcheramari5302]

i dont mean to be so off topic but does someone know of a tool to get back into an Instagram account? I stupidly lost my account password. I love any assistance you can offer me.

[@maddoxzain920]

@Thatcher Amari instablaster :)

[@thatcheramari5302]

@Maddox Zain Thanks so much for your reply. I got to the site thru google and im waiting for the hacking stuff now. Looks like it's gonna take a while so I will reply here later with my results.

[@coraschaos1]

Wow Ana, I’m so glad I have found this video. I’m in my 50’s and I want to start wood working, but really had no clue what tools I need. So thanks a lot for sharing this information!!!

[@idkmyusername85]

Thank you Ana. I don't usually write comments but just want you to know that i appreciate you for making these videos. i'm ready to learn and best part is I don't have to go to school for it :) God bless!

[@AnaWhiteDIY]

My pleasure, thanks for commenting and watching:)

[@rainysun9]

Thank you so much for inspiring, for sharing and teaching us! ♡

[@christophersmith2215]

Just see one of your videos​ and going to try some but the dimensions are ft and inches. Do you have them in metric measurements ?@@AnaWhiteDIY

[@ditzfough]

I dont know if woodworking is your hobby or profession but im so happy to see more women in the trades. And you seem natural infront of a camera. Cheers!

[@thebluemarshmellows]

Thanks Ana for this video. I've been slowly putting tools together now I have a better idea of what I still need

[@AnaWhiteDIY]

Thanks for watching Dawn!

[@punapikinibutay2023]

Hi Ana! I love all of your videos. I just hit the jackpot and found a brand new miter saw, compound saw, and jig saw in my grandpa's garage. We also scored a Skillsaw and finishing nail gun with compressor. I can wait to get started on my first projects which will be your console table and farmhouse bench. All I need now is a pocket drill jig. Thank you so much for inspiring me. It's so hard to find quality, handmade, and affordable furniture in Hawaii!!!

[@anaislake]

bought my 14 year old a miter saw and table saw 🙄 we are making the farm table tomorrow! 🤞🤞🤞 great channel you are a great heroine! hugs!

[@elizabethmorgan2513]

OMG.....This is the EXACT video I needed!!! Wanting to start making some small projects but didnt know what tools were necessary. Thank you so much!

[@FAWC51]

I love what I have seen so far from Ana White. I need to make things as I cannot afford ready made but I am not very confident with tools. So, I would love to see much more detailed information showing how to use the different tools Ana mentioned in her video correctly. For example the pocket hole jig looks difficult to use and get the holes at the correct angles and in the right places. Also, one 'tool' that was not really mentioned, and many people do not have, is a sturdy work bench. I would really like to know how to make one for my garage please Ana, and I very much hope to see more videos from you in future.

[@ljmpublishingllc3312]

Just found your channel today and I'm loving your vids. Just starting out building so this video (and the list posted below) are a great help. Going to also watch your blog to learn as much as I can. Thanks so much!

[@AnaWhiteDIY]

Excellent!

[@cybercapri]

Hi Ana, Great intro to Basic Tools. You mentioned getting a pocket jig and though they are handy to have they are also expensive. An alternative to the Jig is to just buy the Pocket Drill alone and practice drilling the same hole without the Jig; of course it will not be as simple but it is easy enough that with a little practice one can get quick with it. Just remember to start almost 90 degrees until the bit starts to bite then angle it about 60 degrees to finish the hole. Again practice is key so don't use your finish piece to practice on, make sure to use scrap. Obviously having the $100.00 dollar, or more Jig is Ideal, but a $7.00 drill will suffice in the meantime... I magically found your channel today and I look forward to your next project, keep up the great work....

[@AnaWhiteDIY]

Good tips Paul! I'm so glad that you stumbled in!

[@deeburgin8882]

Love the video, it was a little hard to hear your voice over the music although I do have some hearing issues. I would prefer no music. Thanks!!

[@ljmpublishingllc3312]

I agree. The music is makes it tough to hear you speaking and really doesn't add to the video.

[@kailyn2342]

I love this video, thank you to explain so detail. all these tools can use for my special project.

[@orcacutting8611]

Great Ana! Learning a lot from your videos, greetings from Rio Cuarto, Argentina

[@st7650]

Hey Anna thanks for all the wonderful videos you’ve posted hope you and the family are staying healthy. I got a question can you post a video on cornice boards for windows. Thank you

[@kjakamura7678]

Thank you!!!! I have been confused about nail guns and which one i would need for me being a very beginner working with wood.

[@thecosplaynoobj3872]

This woman is so awesome! I’m so glad I found her channel! Btw... I’m not deaf or terribly old, so I heard everything you said over the music just fine!

[@elizabetholiviaclark]

It is true that being tone deaf isn't the same as being deaf.

[@baq8680]

The only thing I would add in terms of tools is a level... I use mine on every project.

[@johnkonar3723]

Casey told me to look for Woody Hyezmar's site, So I finally got his book, I think it's still available to download. Great content even if it's free.

[@MsJayrah]

Thanks for all the videos, I love what you do!

[@frankmoralesiii6908]

I wish I had a larger place for more equipment. I wanna start making furniture for my home.

[@taylormclean9955]

Perfect video for a complete newbie Ana, thanks!

[@AnaWhiteDIY]

You're welcome, thanks for watching!

[@volcanowb]

Hi Ana, Please recommend a nailer for oak baseboard also with toe boards. Thank you for your helpful videos!

[@jonathanjason4882]

Amazing tips! thanks Ana!

[@MariaGonzalez-mb5tv]

Good and helpful, look forward to hearing and seeing more.

[@leeannmartin4734]

Love this! I've been trying to figure out what I need and this helped ... I have one question ... Can a random orbital sander be used as a polisher?

[@patpathinayake3586]

Dear Ana, you are so funny, very entertaining and fabulously pretty... Should be in the Westerns! Anyway, please could you tell me what is the mitre saw you are using and what is its price, please. Good luck :)

[@brendasanchezyoldenhage8822]

Hi Ana, I am very new at this and I am still looking at what electrical tools to buy. I would like to know if you recommend to buy cordless tools (saws, drill or hammer drill, sanders). I've seen that these are more expensive than the ones you connect to the light, but I don't know if in the long run I will get fed up of connecting them. Can you comment on this? What are your suggestions on this?

[@dinas1992]

Would love to see how you would extend the space above the kitchen cabinet. I want to add open storage above it and take it all the way to the ceiling.

[@janetang8684]

Thanks for the explanation Wonderful. 👍🏻

[@Tom-pv4fs]

Your site and videos are very helpful! Keep it up!

[@AnaWhiteDIY]

Tom! I'm so glad you like it!!

[@lamajolo]

Hey Ana - is the nailer you'd recommend a brad nailer or finish nailer? Thanks!

[@JillofAllTrades2]

Depends on the application. If I had to choose only 1 tool, it’d be an 18 gauge brad nailer. Versatile, will secure many types of projects whereas a pin nailer has finer “nails” and is pretty much limited to finishing/trim applications.

[@bettinathiemann2094]

yeeesss girl💪🏾 thanks! you make me more confident to start building as a girl!

[@shawnpark9903]

Great Stuff! Ana. Thanks for your video!!

[@AnaWhiteDIY]

+shawn park Thank you Shawn!

[@pershop4950]

I like the pocket hole jig idea but I'm not sure I'm ready to have to buy special screws for them (from what I understand). Currently I get by with specific screws for some jobs, or random screws for other jobs. They are all cheap or inexpensive, even from garage sales. But a specific screw needed for pocket holes, that's where I'm a little confused on making the move to that, even though I see the benefit of the pocket hole.

[@MoPoppins]

What's the run time on that cordless Ryobi circular saw?

[@caligal2010]

Ana I am trying to make your simple dining room chair. This will be my first ever wood project. Can you do a tutorial on this chair? The instructions are clear however as a beginner, I would rather see an example before attempting :)

[@autumngrace8541]

Thank you for your great tips.

[@sjr7822]

Why the need for background noise, hard to hear the person speaking

[@08fighter08]

What about a small hand saw like the Rockwell 5-Amp 1/2 in corded circular saw? I need a saw but I don't have space for big ones.

[@alexisabundis2018]

Thanks You motivate me

[@scottbryant2235]

I'm sure Ryobi makes some great tools but first one I bought was an angle grinder. After a few uses the thing took off up the street when I plugged in in. I exchanged it and that one did the same.

[@ib4wp48]

Ryobi sucks honestly. that's like the worst brand of tools you can buy

[@hermanmelville2029]

I like the bit about the speed square best

[@morsunshine68]

Thank you so much. Great video! What is the brand you're using for all of those tools that are green?

[@raieven]

Is it bad to buy a drill/driver combo? you suggest separate ones. thanks!!

[@BigWingUK]

I'm afraid I found the background music too intrusive.

[@AnaWhiteDIY]

Good to know, thanks for the feedback!

[@JillofAllTrades2]

Agreed. It may have been OK at a lower volume but distracting the way it is. Also distracting is shirt unbuttoned unbuttoned way too low showing cleavage. If I were looking at a male with his shirt unbuttoned so low I’d think, “Ugh. Gross!” I have equal standards for males and females when it comes to business presentation. Like this video. If we were talking Salsa or ballroom dancing, different story. Does the cleavage add to your presentation, or distract from it? For me, it was annoying, and the latter.

[@vickiedreamin590]

Great video!

[@jonathanguess4052]

Thank you for tell us what we need

[@triciaaustin90]

Hi Ana...I'm just now finding you! I love putting things together and I'm fairly handy but haven't put a whole lot together...how much do you think it would cost me to invest in your basic essentials? I am so excited to get started, I have the drill, sander but that's about it...

[@AnaWhiteDIY]

Hi Tricia, Here are a couple more posts and videos that may help. Building is an investment up front, but doesn't have to break the bank. Get one piece at a time, I'd say a saw is next, then a nailer and kreg jig! I hope this helps. www.ana-white.com/beginning-woodworking kzbin.info/www/bejne/baPVq2uon9aSq8U

[@triciaaustin90]

@@AnaWhiteDIY You need to have your own line of tools. I hope it's in the works Thank you!

[@cathrung9220]

Hi Ana, I am interested in the orbit sander. can you tell me what is that brand. thank you.

[@AnaWhiteDIY]

It's Ryobi:)

[@fullswing9309]

superb...boom!!!👌👍🇲🇾

[@mvmc1607]

very good ! to Brazil / Rio de Janeiro

[@AnaWhiteDIY]

+marcus vinicius Thanks Marcus!

[@Ivorymandingo]

Thanks, very helpful .

[@evilmorganfreeman2726]

I was looking for some tips and I saw this and thought you where just some hot chick company's pay to showcase their tools but it turns out you are a reply skilled and knowledgeable woodworker

[@lapirate3408]

Anna, Would you recommend Miter or Table saw first ??? Can only afford one. Thanks, Jeff

[@AnaWhiteDIY]

I'd have to say miter saw. The home improvement stores have big track saws that can rip plywood down for you usually for free.

[@lapirate3408]

Thanks and great videos !!!

[@JB-1138]

What miter saw do you have? Thanks!

[@Jonikiwi]

Great idea Ana :D thanks!

[@AnaWhiteDIY]

Thank you!

[@kipper7059]

Speed Square is not for making straight lines. I mean it helps, but it's used for roof pitch.

[@Barney-hk3es]

I noticed what you did there with the speed square. Lol

[@AnaWhiteDIY]

Hahahaha! There always is a hidden oooops!

[@amp12345amp]

It was truly a "that's what she said" moment. Hahaha

[@soccerpagesadiwira9878]

please I'm confused ... skilsaw or ryobi or bosch ? thanks love your video as well

[@AnaWhiteDIY]

I use Ryobi!

[@vrgl101]

+SoccerPages Adiwira id go for a skilsaw, the pioneer in circular saws

[@juanguerrero5626]

Are you sponsoring Ryobi, or just a fan of it. By the way nice video, now I am a fan of yours.

[@AnaWhiteDIY]

I love using Ryobi! They have awesome tools! Thanks for noticing!!

[@diosesplenitud]

Thanks for the vídeo!!!

[@chevroletdieselnation]

Good video but the background music ruins it since it’s a video u want to pay attention to but with the music it looses the watchers attention

[@MS-of2vd]

Do you have a recommendation for a nice and affordable work table that preferably is collapsible

[@TananBaboo]

Madhu Sudhan just found out about the Kreg mobile project center. Looks pretty encouraging.

[@bps20]

Make one

[@chankrisnachea7083]

Hi Ana, I've come across your channel and subscribed. Thank you for all the videos you've posted, especially this one to get me started with the projects. Questions about some of these tools. #1 for the Kreg Jig, I see you recommend K5 over K4 in your blog (ana-white.com). How about K5 Master System? #2 for the nailer, would the air type (as the Ryobi Airstrike) be good enough? or cordless electric type like Rigid Hyperdrive is better to get? #3 for the sanders, should I get both orbit and corner cat sanders? or just corner cat one is enough? Thanks again for your videos! and i'm looking forward to starting projects built from your plans in your blog! -Krisna

[@AnaWhiteDIY]

Hi, thank you!

[@AnaWhiteDIY]

The K5 is just easier to work with with the clamp on the front and easier to adjust. If you can splurge on the master system it is definitely worth it. The best nailer is definitely the Ryobi Air Strike brad nailer, especially if you are already on their battery system. Pneumatic nailers are faster and more powerful, but you have to deal with a hose and compressor, so I don't recommend them unless you are doing alot of nailing. You could start with the corner cat but will want the orbit when doing bigger projects. Hope all this helps!

[@chankrisnachea7083]

+Ana White thank you for the answers!!!

[@VickyVicky-vw7yh]

Could you tell me how much around I have to pay for those tool?

[@J3anGrey]

OMG I love you!! Subbed!!

[@AnaWhiteDIY]

Jean! Thanks so much!

[@blancalabrada9006]

Hi Ana here did you got the the pink tool bag

[@Lexielouwho]

I love your videos but what's up with the snazzy little jingle? You're the 3rd person I've watched videos that had this jingle. I thought it was like the trade mark jingle for Sleepopolis (a mattress reviewer). Lol

[@NorthernChev]

Small Tool Tip: Watch your vid and take note of how you hold the board when using the Miter Saw... STOP doing that right now! Do not hold the board lightly with half your fingers in the air and not on the board. Because when that thing kicks - and it EVENTUALLY will - it will/could suck that board or you hand right into the blade because you weren't holding your board firmly. From this day forward - Stop and think about how your holding the piece your cutting on the miter saw every time BEFORE you start the machine. Scares the crap outta me seeing you hold the board like that.

[@stowesuz]

NorthernChev also use a dust mask when sanding,!

[@M_M0109]

Wait, a table saw is or isn't sensual?

[@Newjerseydevil950003]

The music, good lord, take it down a notch. This video seems informative, but at times I cant hear the speaker as the music drowns her out.

[@jlkz]

Good video the music was super loud and annoying in parts and couldn't clearly hear you because of it.

[@debcarpentier4317]

thanks

[@dondonsanti8303]

galing namn

[@tpobrienjr]

Good, but no hammer, no screwdriver, no handsaw.

[@iliketowatchyoumakestuff6159]

Good video but I think perhaps you are listing more than the essentials. To start out all you need is a drill, drill bits, a screwdriver and a circular saw. I made a wardrobe, 15 years ago as my first project, with just those tools. Admittedly I could do it better and faster now that I have more tools but there is no sense buying all that stuff you mention from the beginning if you later find woodworking is not for you.

[@beowulf555]

I’ll still like your video even without all that loud BG music.

[@ericguqin]

4:19 it blows up my speakers

[@faicalvlogs2899]

t thank you so much

[@AnaWhiteDIY]

Thanks for watching!

[@hussainrafeei6119]

vri naic

[@gfleming5136]

Darn, that’s a lot of $ to get started.

[@AndreaArzensek]

Great tips Ana! I love your videos and page! I hope you have time to check out my woodworking channel here on YT! I made a lot of stuff from your page, but yet to make a video of it...soon I promise and I'll let you know!

[@AnaWhiteDIY]

Andrea! Thanks for tuning in!

[@jessicaaraceliperez-salaza4546]

I want her to be my sister!! 😭😭

[@frankmoralesiii6908]

Too funny the faces you make in this ideo

[@DistractedDaisy]

oh i found one..lol

[@Gehad007]

Senna west

[@DrunkardTV]

e-sensual

[@cocobunjee6676]

Struggled to hear over the music. Thumbs down!

[@starrmyres7841]

Woodglut has very good and accurate plans.

[@peggyhoulden7674]

G

[@ib4wp48]

ruining tools are terrible!

[@ib4wp48]

ryobi **

[@jesusramirez6003]

Ok, this is hot, a cute girl with tools...and working with them. Subscribe

[@AnaWhiteDIY]

Thank you!!!

[@yenflowers9588]

You lied

[@lenering1084]

Pleas take This music away

[@johnshelhorse]

Worthless. Super non-informative. Nice beasts, though. Guess that was the point.

[@triciaaustin90]

DUDE-THIS IS FOR LADIES BACK OFF BRO ITS PERFECT FOR ME...

[@animalsareourangels93]

Hi Dear Ana! How can I make wainscoting? I cannot afford to hire someone to make it and put it in. Love your channel😍. Thank you so much! Susan from Canada :)