Building a workbench with lots of drawers

A workbench optimized for having lots of drawer space.
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[@warren7852]

The signature jumping sit test. I was expecting it and i dont know why but it still made me smile.

[@jnmwtkns]

I think that's why Matthias is so popular .not only is he absolutely incredible at his craft his videos are detailed enough without sounding over complicated. And he has lots of strange quarks which I'm sure as many of us do absolutely love. Always a fan sincerely Iowa USA

[@warren7852]

@@jnmwtkns yep. No gimmick, no over edit and no click bait title. Just an amazing craftsman. One of the first build youtubers. Been a fan ever since.

[@sampickett3843]

Need to invite John Heinz over for “cameo” jump and sit test.

[@Makedeth]

A Matthias build is not complete without one!

[@skharppi]

It used to be kinda my highlight of fridays to come home from work and watch Matthiases new video. This jumping test in the end put a huge wide grin on my face for some reason. Maybe it's because it made me feel like matthias is back on business, even though i'm willing to sacrifice my own viewing pleasure for his arm to get better.

[@TrotterG]

1:15 "I set up my screw-advance box joint jig for the first time since the move" (Tears of joy erupt across the globe...)

[@nicolle2126]

Grant Trotter i didn't think i would get emotional over a simple statement like that but it did lol

[@welshman100]

@@nicolle2126 I know right!

[@Jason-jn9sk]

@Grant Trotter you speak the truth man.

[@kenjoe]

To see you jump on the bench brought joy to my heart and a loud burst of laughter! SO good to see you back - be careful and don't relapse. Best early Christmas present I could imagine.

[@battleshiparmorlord]

@@tf5pZ9H5vcAdBp he had tendonitis and appears to be faring much better

[@kenjoe]

@@tf5pZ9H5vcAdBp I'm not sure what point you are making - Mathias has been on a 'hiatus' since being diagnosed with severe tendonitis, and during that time he also moved homes. It is an absolute pleasure to see him recovered enough to return to what he does SO well, and apparently loves. But tendonitis can recur, especially if he does too much too soon - and none of us want that to happen.

[@JayBates]

That should last a few generations..

[@edwardtse8631]

Even ikea crap that are hallow cardboards will last a few generations.

[@skharppi]

@@edwardtse8631 I'd say ikea hollow cardboard "crap" is actually better than some shitty particle board stuff that'll never goes together like it's planned. Atleast ikea shit is easy to assemble and is fairly good quality for the price.

[@simonhopkins3867]

Proper joinery and a solid design is where it's at.

[@Yonatan24]

@@skharppi Easy to assemble? A nightmare to assemble! They design it so it takes up the least amount of space in shipping, not for the ease of assembly, unfortunately.

[@aserta]

I doubt anything short of dumping a car on top from half a meter above, would break that table.

[@neiltonks]

Can I say how nice it is to have you back making woodworking videos. Your skill and knowledge are second to none

[@CraigsWorkshop]

Using the two clamps to close the joints is almost certainly better for your elbows too. It's really good to see you back in the workshop in recent videos. Thanks for sharing the errors as well as the successes - a dose of reality is very useful for those of us still learning - too many videos have just the smooth-sailing parts. I'm very close to finishing my 20" bandsaw now. After a 8-9 month unplanned hiatus, I've picked it back up again and am working on the enclosure right now. Cheers, Craig

[@johnbouttell5827]

Matthias, it's so reassuring to see you back in your workshop. All is right with the world again. Best wishes, John

[@richbuilds_com]

I think this is the only channel I learn something new every time I watch. I must have watched a hundred 'how to make a workbench with drawers' videos and Matthias *still* manages to come up with some new takes, tips and tricks.

[@joelhollingsworth2374]

I can't imagine anyone else would even come up with "drawbored floating tenon, featuring drywall screws" as an assembly method, but it makes sense now that I've seen it.

[@jimbilopsky8702]

"You may be wondering why I'm using Porter Cable nail guns...Because I found them in the dumpster"

[@jeezusjr]

His dumpster spots are gold mines.

[@Toolingabout]

The natural habitat for modern porter cable tools

[@kanmeridoc1784]

@@jeezusjr My thoughts too, a nearly full sheet of plywood that isn't more curved than the moon AND a nailgun that works still. Even if it jams, I don't think I'll ever see a dumpster that grand.

[@jimthesoundman8641]

I've got two of them that I found also. Someone blew out the gasket by using too much pressure, they can only handle about 80 psi. I bought new gaskets and they have worked fine for me since then.

[@dabj9546]

Matthias Wandel: This is embarrassing, there is a 1mm gap. Me: Why the f*** ist there a hole that I can stick my whole hand in?

[@Cienega32]

While I enjoy the projects from concept to creation, the most enjoyable part for me is in seeing all the fantastic creations he uses to create these things. Amazing talents on display!

[@asipofstoke]

14:20 "Backwards scoring cut to avoid tearout." The amount of little gems like this in this video are amazing. You rock Wandel!

[@krenwregget7667]

Matthias, you are a joy and it's so great to see you doing woodworking videos again.

[@user-xu3ud4fl2e]

I'm glad you're back to doing a some carpentry videos again. I like the other little projects, but this stuff is great.

[@9and7]

It's Wandel-ful!

[@robertturner4225]

thank you for that video. i can see all your jigs and machines coming into play now. This is a nice balance of the aesthetic and practicality. in past projects you have reminded me of my dad, also an engineer turned woodworker, who was ingenious and practical but couldn't care less about the appearance of shop projects. Even though his attention to detail on client furniture was impeccable. Since my dad died I am gradually replacing shelves, benches and drawers etc with better efforts because i am embarrassed that clients might think they represent my standard of workmanship Of course everything in our shop performed its duty perfectly well, but it just looked uncared about . glad to see you are now attending to the finished appearance just a little bit more. this bench looks really elegant .

[@TheParamotorGuy]

I'm glad you're back in to making woodworking videos. They are always enjoyable.

[@isbcornbinder]

I am so pleased to have you back and at this level of build. Good stuff. I am in Vancouver, BC. BC is the forgotten province because Ottawa cannot see us hiding behind the Rocky Mountains. It is raining today, again. WE had three dry months, so the rain is a return to normal Wet West Coast weather.

[@tomdenny8507]

A new build video from Matthias. Just as good as they used to be. Looking forward to the other videos you mentioned.

[@Chlorate299]

Those box joints are always so satisfying to look at when they're assembled.

[@_P0tat07_]

So glad to see you getting back into woodworking videos. Between your arm, family and moving, it’s been a while. Good job Matthias.

[@lehcim777]

Very nicely done. Love the different shades of woods used.

[@vengefulenigma]

"I'm planning on using bigger screws eventually..." Permanent tiny screws it is then

[@Saareem]

😂 Yep. No temporary fix is actually temporary. Or there are some but it's rare. 😄

[@SarcasmSage-w6o]

I miss these kinds of videos. Thanks for sharing!

I got the blueprint of the two machines you designed and used. very useful to me. Greetings from turkey👋🙏

[@angrymannumber1]

A new Matthias build video?! Christmas came early and so did I!

[@reypatey]

@@chris-3 Not his proudest fap.

[@bootsowen]

skusting!

[@TrainFlood]

Not too proud to admit it!

[@silvergrizzly316]

Chris, you had ta ask... lmao!😁😁

[@jcortese3300]

" ... that I picked out of the trash ... " No Matthias Wandel video is complete without an allusion to dumpster-diving. :-)

[@Mr2at]

A little tear in my eye, it’s like the good old days :)

[@smeador00]

I think the thing that I find most inspiring about your channel, Matthias, is that you do everything with a very modest setup and not endless funds dumped into tools.

[@TrainFlood]

Jump test = smiles. This video is like a greatest hits for why I love MW. Ingenuity, cool tools, thrifty, understated functional design, clear story telling. It's fitting that the video that has it all would be about a workbench.

[@BandasPalette]

Great to see you build again. Blessings my friend!!

[@VideobyHomeworks]

Glad you’re back to project work, Matthias! I love your home-built and perfectly functional machines.

[@battelinin]

Man, that shot of the bottom drawer, simply elegant

[@changeindirection]

Thank you. I always learn not only from your design but also your building skills!

[@jnmwtkns]

Missed your videos so much I've been binge-watching everything you've uploaded. Love to see you back in the shop

[@1959ticktock]

That is one solid bench. Good to have you back making stuff Matthias. It's been a long time.

[@davidhughes7888]

I watch a lot of woodworking vids and you are the best, no bull s..., straight in, and the confidence to show the odd little detour from the plan. Keep it up. There is a new audience waiting, my grandkids will be watching with me soon. Thanks for the advice on my dodgy band saw last week. Cheers Dave from Portsmouth ,

[@chuckholton4666]

As usual Mattias, great job and so fun to watch! Thanks for sharing these projects with us!

[@joewarwaruk7656]

Good to see you back in the shop Mr. Wandel.

[@fossiexe5406]

Awesome. Its great to see you doing bigger projects again.

[@alecjahn]

I like that you kept it dismantle-able, even if it's a lot of screws with the drawer slides. A lot easier to re-locate when needed.

[@NRCarrillo]

You do great work, I'm glad that you are following your hobbies and interests! Hopefully this new workbench helps with that!

[@StevenChmielnicki]

Really nice to see a classic Matthias Wandel video. Made me smile. Thank you.

[@TheSkaireKrowe]

That was enjoyable to see that bench come together. Nice work,..as usual.

[@Jason-jn9sk]

It's so great to see you back making videos like this Matthias.

[@AbsoluteScotch]

Those geared jigs are insane. Very nice!

[@garrysmythe]

Mathias, you are a genius, the jigs you have designed and built are amazing, love your videos, and your skills are up there with the best thanks for posting from Garry in the UK

[@mlubecke]

I love watching you build these type of projects... gives me so many tips and ideas for mine. Thank you so much for sharing

[@nicolle2126]

it's so nice to see your work again! i've been watching other woodworkers on youtube but it just wasn't the same

[@user-sb3wh3dd4v]

Rock solid and nice looking! Always great to hear your thoughts and see these clever efficient processes! Glad to see your arm is better!

[@garycrumrine9538]

Came across your videos again. So happy to see you back and in form. Welcome back Matthias

[@handiman5001]

nice to have you back at the woodworking bit --good job

[@DarkenedFin]

Really nice to see you back at the shop again :)

[@Fyrebaugh]

Glad you are feeling better!!! Nice to see you working at projects again!

[@lovetolearn2749]

RESPECT! Beautiful job on the desk! On the video! Amazing workshop you have!!!😍

[@steelshade]

Good to see you again, Matthias. Well wishes to you and your family.

[@JustinC905]

Amazing video! Glad you're back. I hope the east coast is treating you well.

[@justinmarshallatkins6040]

I'm glad you're feeling well enough to make stuff and videos. We'd missed ya.

[@fj401968]

I really enjoy watching build videos. What a treat this was! So glad to see that your arms are allowing you to build again! Although, I tend to agree with Adam Savage that drawers are where things go to die. I personally try to avoid many of them in the shop. I love seeing the jumping sit test. Makes me smile every time.

[@1pcfred]

Adam is wrong about many things. Many, many things.

[@GWAIHIRKV]

You and John are still the best... thank you.

[@RodrigoReis04]

Wow my friend! Is good see you make wood things back again! PLEASE don't stop never more! Your videos are amazing to watching. Good teacher. Great math

[@MutatedDingo]

Great video! Feels like old times :) Love seeing all the jigs back in action!

[@MattiaRaggiDrum]

You're a genius,it's a pleasure to see you work. Good job from Italy🇮🇹👋

[@kookyflukes9749]

Good to see you back. A solid build. Jump test approval so much better than the kite mark we have for standards.

[@deeschoe1245]

Great to see you back building, and jumping on furniture! 👍👍👍

[@MRrwmac]

Matthias, Nice design, well made and looks good. I always look forward to seeing builds from you

[@smazerolle]

It's great to see woodworking projects again!

[@albertolomio]

Very nice to see you healthy and active in the shop again. Like the videos as usual.

[@Don.Challenger]

And with that final action Matthias signals he is back.

[@BattleBornFLB]

Great to see videos of you building stuff again. Nice workbench.

[@kouiderbengharbi3949]

Despite your messy workshop, you pulled it out nicely

[@clydeperrine2959]

Another useful job Well Done. The sit down serves as an exclamation point of its own.

[@landraven0404]

Vey glad you can do again woodworking ! First tip: the shoulder on the lateral of the drawer. 2nd tip: the long drill for the corners. Thank you !

[@peterpocock9062]

Nice to see your productions back. Well done 👍

[@Dragehest]

it is so good to see you back at it in your basement workshop :)

[@nickpeterson8080]

Turned out looking pretty nice in the end.

[@shravan1981]

precision precision precision ... wow... MW thx for the cool build - I learnt a lot as always

[@cameron1729]

Very happy to see a "proper" project video. Nice one!

[@LonghornWorkshop]

That was worth waiting for. Always great to see you do your stuff.

[@TheScytheMoron]

okay ... that part with the saw blades was pure genius! You do not need a specialized tool if you got some brains. ^^

[@briannelson605]

Glad to see you back hopping onto work benches

[@NathanielLNewton]

It's good to see you in the shop again man. I really missed your videos.

[@Snowmunkee]

Man, i missed these videos. Excellent work my friend

[@tinkermouse-scottrussell3738]

I enjoyed this project Matthias, simple materials for this build I always built with the crossbars I will try using box joints on my next build thanks for sharing this one. Play Safe From Elliot Lake Ontario Canada.

[@petercollin5670]

I've always liked cherry furniture pieces with hard maple accents. The ironwood handles give a very similar effect. Purdy.

[@ledraps22]

Beautiful job. It all came out great!

[@ROMEYYOUROCK]

Good to see you back Matthias.

[@smaug1234]

great to be getting new builds from you :) I always appreciate people who not only thoughtfully show a thought process, but also will try things diff ways to back up the reasons to explore new ways or debunk myths, from time to time you will do something diff to the way i would, and I am always sure you put thought into anyway you chose to do so, also like the attempt to make stuff transportable/disassemble bets tool you can have is on your shoulders :)

[@debramcknight]

So glad to see you are back at it!

[@sampaulsam4321]

Simple and functional, good work Matthias, continuation of good work and videos. Greetings from Hamburg Germany.

[@garystewart3423]

Thank you for getting me into woodworking! I can't afford most of the tools but it is something I never want to stop doing, plus I get paid sometimes haha

[@1pcfred]

A little here and there adds up. Plus look in dumpsters. I'm not so lucky. I had to pay $5 for my Porter Cable nail gun.

[@A.rothriguez]

God bless ya brother great video. Tbh I couldn’t believe how amazing your joinery was, wickedly impressed man. I was a little stunned about the drawer box construction, I’m going to trust your acumen on this one brother.

[@WebInvasion]

Great to see you back at it. Hope all is well.

[@86abaile]

It's great to see you back doing larger projects again; I hope your arm is better now.

[@sapelesteve]

Glad to see you doing build videos again Matthias! The butt landing on the table top is classic! Nice work.............. :)

[@stephaneggy]

Yeah, it feels like your "back" with the old style video's. I love it!

[@danflurry]

I had to do the jump-sit test on the workbench I made from your plans. It was quite satisfying.

[@polishwoodworker6811]

Super functional workbench...great work as usual! Best regards Matthias :)

[@paulsmyers203]

It's good to see you building big projects again.

[@craigchingren-hamann9700]

Good to see you working on wood projects again.

[@viceice]

There is joinery and then there is joinery. I just love watching you build things.