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Transforming Free and Found Wood into a Stunning Mid-Century Modern Stool
Join us in this inspiring woodworking journey as we explore the benefits of using free and found wood to create a beautiful mid-century modern stool! In this video, we'll take you through every step of the process, from selecting and preparing reclaimed wood to crafting a stylish and functional piece that showcases the beauty of natural materials. Discover how sourcing wood for free not only saves money but also promotes sustainability and creativity. We’ll discuss tips for finding quality wood in unexpected places, such as local lumber yards, construction sites, or even your backyard. You’ll learn how to evaluate the wood’s condition, prepare it for your build, and incorporate unique characteristics into your project. Watch as we detail each part of the build process, including cutting, shaping, and assembling the stool, all while sharing helpful techniques and tricks to achieve a professional finish. You'll see how easy it is to transform rough timber into a polished, eye-catching design that adds a touch of mid-century charm to any space. Whether you're a seasoned woodworker or just starting out, this video is packed with valuable insights and inspiration for your next DIY project. So grab your tools, unleash your creativity, and learn how to turn found wood into something truly special! Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more woodworking projects and tips!

[@LittleSonWoodworking]

As always, i love the style of your work! Well done. Love the stool 😊

[@DieTrying13]

Thanks man! Really appreciate it!

[@doriglenn1358]

I love the way this turned out for you! It’s beautiful!

[@doriglenn1358]

Did I just accidentally like my own comment? 😐

[@DieTrying13]

hahaha! it's a good comment to like! thanks!!!

[@CaddoCreekWoodworks]

Love your style! And Ive been trying to take more time in my woodworking lately too. Trying to enjoy the process more and not rush to the end. Keep up the great work!

[@DieTrying13]

Thanks so much dude! And yeah, what’s the point if we’re not enjoying it? Every other part of life is hectic enough. I have to try to remember to not bring that into the shop

[@katspeace5550]

That reclaimed top is gorgeous 😍 Awesome work! A ton of great tips and tricks in this build vid 🤘🏼 Rock On 🔥💜🔥

[@katspeace5550]

Def sharing this one with the BVW Community

[@DieTrying13]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@marilyndemartino2991]

Such a beautiful bench!! And a lot of good information!!

[@DieTrying13]

😊 thanks!

[@John_GGG]

The saw marks on the top are great look.

[@DieTrying13]

I can’t tell if you’re joking or not. Hahaha! I really do love them though.

[@chrisc3170]

This turned out really nice.

[@DieTrying13]

Thanks duuuuude!!!!!

[@burnu2240]

Man, that’s impressive

[@DieTrying13]

Thanks dude!!!

[@ModsRuleOk]

Nice build Nick. It looks awesome. Best woodworking channel on YT. Nice to see it starting to get the attention it deserves.

[@DieTrying13]

Thanks so much dude! I'm so pumped to be getting some decent views!

[@ModsRuleOk]

@@DieTrying13 saw 122K views on the 1 hour build vid, outstanding. Hope you’ve some Halloween builds coming soon 🎃 👻🎃

[@DieTrying13]

@ModsRuleOk I’m editing one right now actually! Haha!

[@ModsRuleOk]

@@DieTrying13 Looking forward to it 😁

[@blakimus13]

Man thanks for the tip on the miter saw depth screw. I just recently got a new sliding miter and was having issues with the depth of the cut. Problem Solved!

[@DieTrying13]

Awesome!!!

[@paulmason01]

That’s dope! Stoked on ordering a shirt!

[@DieTrying13]

Thanks so much!!!

[@Kernowwoods]

Love what u did with the epoxy dude. Looked ace 🤙

[@DieTrying13]

Thanks!!! What a mess but it all worked out! Hahaha!

[@jonraimondi]

"Which is something I do pretty often actually..." hahahaha. i feel ya! This is great!. I had to pause frame by frame....I thought you slipped something in at 1:34. a brief 1 frame shot... hahaha. looks like an editing goof and not done on purpose LOL. Hell yeah getting a shirt!

[@DieTrying13]

Yeah. I messed up and then there’s a weird black spot and I’m missing a voice over part when I’m talking about routing the outside of the legs. Once again…. Rushing. Hahahaha! I didn’t notice til after. I was super annoyed

[@MJLWoodWorks]

Nice one from one New Yorker to another. I'm big into pallet wood and reclaimed things too! Totally enjoying your content! Keep making!

[@DieTrying13]

Thanks dude!!! Upstate?

[@MJLWoodWorks]

@@DieTrying13 nah, Long Island.. born and raised. Lived in Pennsylvania for 8 years, Cali for 8 months then the Island sucked me back in. You?

[@DieTrying13]

@MJLWoodWorks I’m in the Albany area.

[@MJLWoodWorks]

@@DieTrying13 oh yeah, You’re like 4 hours from me then. If you ever want to do a collaboration, let me know. I need to spark new life into my channel. I’ve been away for a couple months now. Later, take care!

[@elchimpo9590]

That is a sexy little bench/ stool! call me a masochist, but enjoy sanding the stuff I make. Calming and therapeutic 😂

[@DieTrying13]

I always did too! Then somewhere along the line I started rushing. Bad habit. And thank you!!!

[@manderadkins329]

Sanding sucks

[@denniscotey8182]

Unlike a lot of people, I enjoy sanding as well.

[@gennadiykatsman674]

Dude! Nice work on figuring out the 3/8th vs. 5/8th dilemma, we were all on the edge of our seats for that one! 😅 The table (or bench) is pretty nice too, I guess. J/k, you always make cool stuff!

[@DieTrying13]

Hahahaha! I was so confused

[@marthajean50]

Nice one! Where'd you snag that nice, fat chunk of wood? Any tips?

[@MissMolly3377]

I am a beginner, and I am so scared to get a table saw because of kick back. I was wondering if you could show us what happens during kickback and how to handle it. I don’t mean to actually do a kickback, just maybe show a couple of examples of what could happen during a kickback and how to handle those situations and how to possibly try to prevent it. I mean, I have seen your acting, and it’s totally convincing, it’s so good, in fact, that if I were southern I would say “well, bless your heart” (that’s a compliment right?). 😉 😂 😂😂 Anyway, I love your channel and your builds. Gorgeous table!!!! 😍 I worked at a sawmill, when I was 18, working on a chop saw, with no guard, and cut the tip of my middle finger off. The owner was a complete 🐓 🍭. So, power tools can intimidate me. Anyway, than’ you for sharing your projects with us. 😊

[@DieTrying13]

First of all, table saws are the best and also…. Super dangerous. Hahaha! Not really though if you’re safe. I stuck my finger in the spinning blade once. It was wild. Hahaha! Stitches and what not. But, I’m still here. I wouldn’t worry too much about it. Push sticks, safety glasses and a helmet is all you really need. Haha! Kidding. One of my shorts is a video of kickback if you’re interested. But there’s no safety information. Just me being a moron… like usial

[@richardpender2428]

Table saws are reasonably safe, as already said, safety glasses and a push stick. Butt what will really save you from kickback is a riving knife. These usually come as standard with a table saw. You wouldn't think it from watching some woodworking uploads (this one included) as for some masochistic reason the person uploading removes the riving knife. It basically stops the cut wood from binding which is the most likely cause of kickback.

[@DieTrying13]

@richardpender2428 it’s true. Haha! I took mine off years ago and I can’t find it 😢 Fir real though, they’re really important. I’ll find mine soon enough

[@John_GGG]

I lost more than the tip of my middle finger to a lawn mover when I was a kid. There went my NBA career. Stand off to one side of the table saw (not on the side, to one side) and no loose clothing. I use a Gripper, opinions vary. I'm sure there are youtube videos on table saw safety.

[@MissMolly3377]

@@DieTrying13 Thanks I will check out your shorts. Video, that is, not the shorts you wear. 👀🫣😂

[@denniscotey8182]

I wanna know where people are giving away this wood. Or where you are finding stuff like this on the side of the road. Or the location of these dumpsters. That pile of "dunnage", in my area, would sell for somewhere north of $500 if it is all "softwood". If it's hard wood expect to pay maybe 3 times that.

[@DieTrying13]

I get that. But like I said in the video, I go to a place near my house with a bunch of warehouses and I’m able to grab a lot of wood. And I’m a mailman and I’ve gotten lucky with finding wood on the side of the road more times than I can remember. Also, check fb market place for free wood. I’ve gotten stuff on there too. I’m always on the lookout

[@michaelwillson6847]

Nice job mate looks awesome. Channel's growing aswell Which is always good 😮. 2 things first i can't get a dado over here theres only 1 allowed over here and it's £190($300 ish) second 3/8ths 5/8ths its all irrelevant metric best way to go no need to faff about with fractions a mean how im i supposed to try cobvery something like 17/64ths or some nonsense like that 😂😂👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🤷

[@DieTrying13]

Hahahahaha! Thanks dude!!!

[@melodywilson5255]

Love this! Great instructio s for the tapered legs!

[@michaelwillson6847]

@@melodywilson5255 absaloutley

[@DieTrying13]

Thanks!!!

[@thijmenhendriks3577]

You do know you're introducing a lot of plastic to nature when sanding epoxy without dust collection?

[@DieTrying13]

You do know if you use dust collection and then dump the dust collection into a garbage can, they just dump it into a landfill?

[@al1843]

@@DieTrying13 not if you use one of those magic dust collectors!

[@marthajean50]

@@al1843 Is that the kind that has little elves and fairies in it?

[@marthajean50]

Did you post from a device charged purely by solar? Do you own a car despite bikes, trains, and co-riding being freely available to you? Is the shirt you're wearing organic homespun cotton you ginned yourself?

[@thijmenhendriks3577]

Ah, well, I live in a Europe, where garbage is mostly burned