How to Make a Workbench Episode 2 | Paul Sellers

[@098751thg]

My grandfather died over 25 years ago, him and my uncles all had great woodworking skills, couple of them carpenter's for their entire lives, I keep watching and re-watching Mr. Sellers videos just out of the pure joy of remembering my grandpa, I often imagine I am with him at the shop, the resemblance is so incredible that I had even shed a couple tears watching these videos.

[@tokkelos1199]

¹q½

[@corvuscaelestis]

This is a beautiful thought, and one that inspired some of my own memories of my family members who have passed on. Thank you very much for sharing.

[@seraphx26]

Wholesome tbh.

[@fl3082]

This man has a lyrical voice like John Lennon, the calm patient demeanor of Bob Ross, and true old-world artisan craftmanship. I could watch / listen to him do just about anything and be happy (and learn something valuable in the process!) Thank you, sir.

[@williampaulhamus7696]

I know this is a old video I had lost interest in wood working Until I found your videos. And my new love for hand tools

[@Felipera_]

Paul is the only woodworker powerful enough to say "that's enough clamps"

[@tylersmith9868]

I'm like him I use way less than most do. It's just not necessary to cover every square inch with clamps

[@LLCoolJeanLuc]

@@tylersmith9868 Lots of clamps aren't necessary when things fit as they should.

[@tylersmith9868]

@@LLCoolJeanLuc I know lol

[@RossMitchellsProfile]

I remember back when I was in high school. Was making a clock at the time, the face of the thing had a terrible twist to it so ended up with a million and one clamps on this thing to eliminate the twist, could see more clamps than the actual workpiece it's self. Worked in the end thankfully.

[@GarciaPics]

A tremendous amount of physical effort from a master, just to bring this knowledge to us. Thank you Mr +Paul Sellers

[@SoundsToBlowYourMind]

Paul, you are a planing machine! I'm about half your age and my arms are aching just watching you! Looking forward to the next instalment as always!

[@thomasarussellsr]

50 years of developing those muscles used for planing. His stamina just might be the best in the woodworking industry, at this point.

[@prepperjonpnw6482]

He’s a Brit! He planes as if it’s no more excerpting than having tea lol

[@thomasgates7852]

These videos are such a treat to watch and try and learn from. I always feel so at peace watching Paul work

[@thomasarussellsr]

IKR?

[@jjbailey01]

I love to see the use of shavings as a rag. I'm a mechanic by trade and use dead grass or mulch as a rag or a brush in a pinch on a regular basis. Great tip for saving on rags. Use what you got! Love your videos!

[@anthonyboudreaux3675]

It amazes me that 10 people at the time I viewed this that was so appalled by this video they took the time to press the thumbs down. Paul's videos are AWESOME. Just wondering how many people take the time to do that I just turn a video off if I don't like it.

[@thomasarussellsr]

might be power-tool junkies, or fat thumbing a cell phone?

[@paolomh113]

Thomas Russell even though i do appreciate the exercise but nothing wrong with using some machine particularly if your wood is not as straight as Paul's on this video...

[@dustinb1070]

Undulations in their brains.

[@cahenderson0812]

It was probably jealous KZbin woodworkers

[@argentorangeok6224]

Power tool addicts.

[@mikecarroll3132]

This guy does a better job with hand tools than I can with all my power tools! Love this!!!

[@martintheron1386]

When a master craftsman using hand tools puts blade to timber,it brings me pure joy to watch and listen.What a calm manner of talking Mr Sellers has.God Bless you sir for sharing your knowledge

[@faheyplayer]

Joy! Thank you for changing my life Mr. Paul Sellers. I'm a veteran high school teacher, multiple degrees. Yours is the best all around instruction I have ever seen. I love being an amateur beginner, a thorough and expert and knowledgable one, thanks to you! Woodworkers, unite.

[@blackhatter3991]

Thank you Paul you make me feel like I can.

[@blessedbaphomet]

Everyone can learn, not everyone can teach.

[@pml22]

Uber Alles aa

[@rafavidal2735]

I like the way of working and teaching of Paul Sellers, he is the best!!..

[@markschofield576]

Your skill levels are obvious but, thanks for taking the time to explain and break it down so we have a chance to follow along, even something as simple as a work bench becomes a beautiful thing in your hands, m

[@danielsilvis203]

Thank you very much, I restored a rusty plane by watch your video now I'm learning how to use it by watching this video.

[@SpringRubber]

"3 and 3/4, a 64th over; 3 and 3/4, a 32nd over; I'm perfectly happy with that. This is a bench." Love it! 35 years ago when I worked for a general contractor pouring sidewalks, making retaining walls, etc. the phrase that the old man would use was: Good enough boys, we're not building a church. : ) Thank you Mr. Sellers for these excellent tutorials.

[@16jacka]

Thankyou for all your videos Paul! You are the definition of a true craftsperson, and it's so lovely that you share your hard-won knowledge in this way. It's great for those of us without a huge workshop and all the machines like a table saw, planer etc... to know that with hard work and hand tools we can make things all the same!

[@Adri_drinks_wtr2]

Craftsman*

[@Eccentric_Villain]

Stumble upon you videos looking for making a workbench. So many of the recommended we’re making workbenches assuming most have all them power tools (which one does not own). Your videos have given me a wealth of information. I’m in a limited amount of space, so I’ll be adapting this to fit in my space. I love how you start clean and simple with the basics. Now making a workbench doesn’t seem so impossible now. Thank you so much for uploading and sharing your knowledge. I will now go forth and start planning.

[@boozoochavis7506]

I hear Mr. Sellers talking more about perfection being the enemy of proper in these more recent videos - I guess the goal of perfection has taken the place of making things and getting a job done?! I always enjoy his down to earth attitude, honest humor and wisdom - were there more like him the world would be a better place!

[@sinukuan.woodworks]

Those straight perfect cuts and planing. Hopefully one day I can be as good as you.

[@Bogie3855]

I have 45 board feet of Western maple sitting on my shop floor. As usual this is very useful as I am working thru many different ideas. However I think a simple pattern will be better for me. I have recently restored a Bailey No 5 and will put it to work. While I have the power tools I find it much more satisfying to actually use the planes. Plus it is a good workout. And quieter as well as much easier to clean up. Thanks Paul

[@antonyhibberd8824]

What I love is that you time lapse the other three legs. They don't miraculously appear. Can't wait for episode 3. Hurry up please, I'm planning my man-cave and I am impatient.

[@anthonyboudreaux3675]

Antony Hibberd sometimes I think when they don't show it that way. Off camera they are using a jointer. Not saying that about Paul but others

[@thomasarussellsr]

Anthony, lack of patience is a stress load, and will shorten your life. Mr. Sellers is kind enough to share his wealth of knowledge with us, I wouldn't dream of rushing him, myself. He has several other bench builds in the video library. You could refer to one of those if you are under time constraints. Hope you find a way to relax when your man cave is complete.

[@lisajanecraig6472]

I love this series so far. I enjoyed the Masterclass one too but this is in your new workspace so building a new workbench is perfect. I also have your book and these videos are great to watch to see just how to build your own bench. I’ve started mines and I’m planing the bench top today. 💪🏻 Looking forward to seeing the final product Paul. Thank you again for your videos. I’ve learned a lot from you.

[@kathleenzimmerman8227]

On a slightly more serious note ... Master Sellers, You have NEVER put out a video that I have been disappointed in. You ROCK!!! :=D :=D :=D

[@evodawg]

Boy do I love the feeling of a hand plane Going thru wood.

[@TankGunner84]

Man I love watching him work and I’m attempting a bench like this now and so far I’ve learned... he makes this look super easy!!!!

[@jameshicks101]

Seeing Paul struggle a bit with planing on those wobbly trestles really shows how important a good solid bench get be. A work surface and work bench are not created equal. I delayed getting a solid bench in my space and certainly regretted not doing it sooner once I got one.

[@MrGorfinkle]

And yet another great video, this is like a TV series where you have a cliff hanger at the end of each season, but in Pauls case, it's every episode. Bring on episode 3,

[@DannyStroup]

Wonderful! Paul is the Bob Ross of woodworking.

[@rachaelb9164]

I’m just amazed at your ability to make square cuts with a hand saw. I can barely do that with an electric saw. Woodworking is definitely an art form. Thank you for breaking this down for us newbies. I love this design... trying to figure if I have the room in my garage. Does anyone have issues with warping in damp weather? I live in an area that rains a lot.

[@Ibaneddie76]

Can't I just have the one Paul built? How cool would it be to have a bench built by Paul Sellers, talk about bragging rights in your shop!

[@billonthehill9984]

What a pleasure Paul...I'm a newbie to your channel. Excellent work all the way through the process on working the reclaimed wood to usable pieces for what is beginning to look like a workable woodworkers workbench. Now, repeat that (10) times after me! Lol... I see no jug of water for hydration with respect to all the manual labor involved... Bill on the Hill... :-)

[@teddytusen]

Where did those 31min go..? Excelent content as always Paul. Time flies when I watch your videos.

[@thomasarussellsr]

So true, a 30 minute video from Mr. Sellers seems like a 8 - 10 minute video of many other channels. It is so easy to focus and drink in the knowledge on this channel.

[@siamaklighvani3951]

Dear Mr. Paul with the condition of today life style living in apartments , needs to make smaller workbench which is strong and to be able to disassemble into pieces that can be fit into the trunk of the car. God bless you , I learn a lot from you.

[@edwardnewman7800]

When sawing the leg I swear I heard him say oops. Lol He is so real. Love the classes Mr. Sellers.

[@ocediis]

I'm really enjoying this series, and the use of hand tools is giving me hope for my little garage workshop. Because I'm childish, every time you said "I need to check myself", I thought "...before I wreck myself." Happy New Year!

[@punkbloater]

Paul you wouldn’t have slept for months if you had seen how twisted the wood was that i made my work bench legs out of! I didn’t have a plane (still don’t caus you did not let me win;) so i had to work around the problem, used small bits of wood here an there to try and compensate for the twist on all four legs. It turned out realy good and stable, it’s not kind on the eyes but it works realy well. :)

[@Steelgeek]

Your first bench always teaches you how to make your second bench better :)

[@blessedbaphomet]

Curt Martin Well said, and widely applicable.

[@noahberger8760]

Love the sound of a hand plane.

[@tombird2013]

Have you ever used one? If not, I think you'll like the FEEL of it even more. It's addicting.

[@noahberger8760]

Yes I have. My father gave me one last year. Was truly amazing(I rather prefer hand tools above power tools). I used it till it became dull(and sad to say a nick or two). I have not been in a position to pick up a sharpening system.

[@jarroddraper5140]

noah berger thare are stones that are under 40 for some quality

[@ryanmccue8180]

Use your hand and a whetstone that you sharpen your knives with. Good enough until you can buy what you really want.

[@ralphd4581]

Heart beating is good Paul, not beating is bad.

[@EvulDali]

This is the second time i see Paul building a bench! Cmon guys! Who keeps stealing Paul`s benches? :) Fantastic video! Can`t wait for the next episode!

[@thomasarussellsr]

I am pretty sure he has videos on at least four benches prior to this one. Plus, different parts of wood working can use different purpose built benches. He likely has built dozens of benches over his 50 years with tool in hand. Check the video library, I am sure I've seen at least three or four bench builds before.

[@ScaroMX]

Thank you Mr. Sellers for this lessons.

[@SMKreitzer1968]

Great series Paul. Thanks for sharing.

[@woodworkwithdave]

you can achieve all this with power tools, but precious is your talent with that hand plane. no noise, no sawdust , no face mask or ear muffs. if the electricity went out you will still be planning.

[@spencerdodds2207]

“Kiss off those fibres and check yourself” my New Years resolution.

[@jjstimpson1]

This is the kind of video I've been looking for. Thank you!

[@jamiegienapp8694]

“...but you can do it.” Love it, Paul. I’m gonna build this thing.

[@DaveHutchinson86]

You are my woodworking hero. Thanks for the videos :)

[@Jduchsnqkwiryrysbab]

Being able to hand saw those legs to length with a hand saw and keep the square seems so incredible difficult and he makes it look like it’s as easy as riding a bike

[@thomasarussellsr]

If you are "perfectly happy with that" (a 32nd over) then maybe I need to be a bit more satisfied with 1/32 here and there my self on a project like this. Perfectionism is quite tiring. I can't tell you how many pieces I've tossed from being 1/64 under. I can see the need for exact measure on cabinetry, but "This is a work bench". I could watch you work all day if I didn't have other things that had to be done. Your style and mannerisms are so relaxing and informational. Thanks Mr. Sellers.

[@Paul.Sellers]

That is what it really comes down to. Economy of motion.

[@gl7011]

Thomas Russell You actually tossed projects for being 1/64 out? wood naturally shrinks and expand by that much all the time. even seasoned lumber can move that much from moisture in the atmosphere. what a waste.

[@thomasarussellsr]

eric hughes yeah, perfectionism combined with OCD can be a sickness in certain situations. I've not only tossed pieces, because 1/64th made for a loose fit, but have burned some also. I tried soaking parts for a tighter fit, but after letting them dry and they loosened back up. I suppose I could go with glue (or solder in metal projects) but prefer a good tight friction fit. Also guess I could cut a kerf in dovetails and wedge them, but I would know Every time I looked at them that the wedges were there due to a "f-up".

[@gl7011]

Thomas Russell So what's your opinion of Japanese joinery techniques? The hallmark of Japanese joinery is the contrasting wood wedge making for the tight fit. It's also very beautiful. A through tenon with a large contrasting wedge looks great. What's your take on that approach? It's recognized the world over as fine craftsmanship.

[@karlapiacentini8876]

another excellent video. always looking forward to the next

[@raytry69]

28:50 "My heart is beating..." That's why the woodworkers are so strong. Most of my woodworkers friend have a handshake like a terminator.

[@finosmagas7678]

Mr Sellers, I watch over and over this series of videos. Absolutely amazing. I can't get enough of it. I would like to ask you. What is the total height of this workbench? Also what is your height?

[@Paul.Sellers]

You can find all useful information about our workbench project by going to the following link. paulsellers.com/paul-sellers-workbench-plans/ . -Team Paul

[@jaydwelley8043]

Your arms should be as big as Arnold Schwartzneger. I have gotten so much inspiration from you, Keep it up. Jay

[@jakubperhac4361]

Thank you for the great video :) However, I miss close-ups on Paul's face, it gave "warm and homely" feel to former videos. But as I mentioned, great episode! Thanks!

[@jtblaker]

I think you mean "homey" not "homely". :)

[@jakubperhac4361]

Exactly :) however, in British English, homely means the same as homey. Thanks for the info though :)

[@toysoldier46552]

Yaaay, bonus prize on top of that plane, the next part of the bench build :)

[@anthonyboudreaux3675]

Anthony E. Congratulations on winning. I curious are you going to use it. I think I would have to once then keep it under glass

[@thomasarussellsr]

A display tool is no longer a tool, but an art piece. But to each their own. (and I think you have the wrong Anthony here).

[@bakedbeings]

Side benefit: the piles of shavings off my first couple planks (video 1) made great hay bales to smash rc cars through :)

[@pepticon]

finally, new episode!

[@jcapdevila]

Great videos really enjoying! Love the style

[@michaela.191]

Could put a clamp at the end of the laminated top as a stop block if you don't want to put a screw into it. Great video

[@thomasarussellsr]

yeah, but unless you have excess to cut off the end, the clamp would bruise (dent) the top surface from the pressure of the clamp plus the added pressure of running your planed board into it repeatedly. Of course, you could use a bit of scrap between the clamp and top surface. It all depends on how you want to do it really. If you know where you will be placing your last dog hole on the end, you could drill and use a dog as well.

[@bushcraftjournaljourneysou3696]

Thank you Paul happy New year

[@InfiniteCraftsman]

Also a t-shirt that says “this ones got a hump in it”.

[@levijohansen2603]

"there’s a belly in the middle"

[@t.m.7919]

26:28 "I'll be glad when I have a bench..." LOL Just wondering how many benches Paul Sellers has made, and most likely still owns as they are made for a whole lifetime as he every time points out when he makes a new "how to make a bench" video series!

[@InfiniteCraftsman]

I think I’ll make t-shirts that day “undulation” across the stomach.

[@jjbailey01]

Infinite Craftsman make it say "relaxed muscle undulation" lol

[@InfiniteCraftsman]

Bullfrog's Workshop lol, yes!

[@hourguettes]

I’d buy that!

[@AlergicToSnow]

Assuming you’re not talking about a six pack....Put your power tools away and use hand tools to minimize the undulations. LOL

[@MrGoatflakes]

"Zig-zag of glue, this is so exciting!" :) "As fun as any party... I'm high here" xD

[@blevit4354]

Amazing teacher! I wonder what it would be like to work for him.

[@kathleenzimmerman8227]

Episode 2 ... OH BOOOYYYYY!!! :-D :-D :-D !!!!!!!!!!!!!! Love & prayers

[@watermain48]

Another nice video, thank you sir.

[@silveravnt]

I would not fight Paul Sellers

[@cassia_cries]

I'd been a bit sceptical of the faux garage thing but it is wonderful seeing Paul dealing with less than ideal facilities.

[@markymask]

Some great tips, thanks!

[@jakeerussell7496]

At 15:58 he cracked me up how he said jointing. It sounded like he was channeling Borat.

[@andrewford80]

Haha, thanks for that!

[@wjpshaw]

The Bob Ross of woodworking

[@RoryGamble]

That little "great!" at 18:42 - never a truer word has been spoken.

[@jackbrandt3006]

I like how Paul Sellars name is being used by other u-tube posters on their woodworking videos " This is the way Paul Sellars does it ". There is more and more of them doing this all of the time.

[@bitoff9125]

so inspiring to watch your video's ❤

[@warrenbuitendag5286]

it's amazing what you can achieve without the use of any powertools!

[@bryancorbin1821]

I'm in the process of building my first workbench, following these videos and I am running short on material for the aprons. I can either make both of them 10 13/16" or I can make one 11 1/2(the one where the vise mounts) and the other 10 3/8". If neither of these options are acceptable, I can buy more lumber, I was just trying to make do with what I have.

[@intotheblue50]

Not everybody will have one but a much longer plane would make sense here because you want the edge straight as well as square for gluing.

[@amezcuaist]

Almost like Catch 22.Planing without a proper stable bench is extra difficult.Just for beginners try using the brick wall to resist the planing action . Just clamp a board to the trestle and keep it in contact with the bricks . Equal and opposite forces .

[@williampike6813]

wish i could train from this guy

[@LiarNoseOnFire]

Excellent Video/s Paul - which part of the UK are you from and where are you now ? My question is, after watching closely and carefully your Saw and Chisel Skills throughout your Workbench Build videos - what is your preferred Chisel Brand and why ? - AND what is your preferred Saw Brand and why ? I suspect by your slightly 'accented ' Northern dialect, you might now be located in the USA so, as such, maybe your Chosen Brands might not be available in the UK/France ! I any case, l willl look forward to hearing from you soon - Thanks. All the very best to you and your family Paul.

[@mmccorm11]

Man that #4 just sings when Paul uses it! When you’re using recycled timber (not certain the wood in this video was or not) do you have less wood movement from grain stress since the wood is fully seasoned?

[@thomasarussellsr]

yeah, I am pretty sure the legs are recycled, he said it was from a pallet. the top and apron are fresh of the mill, I think.

[@ukmensshedsassociation]

*Love your content!*

[@theopiner402]

I always find it interesting how much the view counts drop as a build series progresses.

[@dannyboy9784]

Thanks Paul for another great video.

[@SlugLamer]

"Where is my back leg..?" :)

[@sirtooby]

Thanx for this series. I have started to make my own but will be a really small one for one of my larger tools. To practise 😁. I am thinking of connecting the legs with thru tenon with a angled hole. So you have to split the top of the leg and use a angled peace to lock it in place. Could you tell me in what angle the hole shall be cut? Best regards Tobias

[@VerbenaIDK]

you are the bob ross of carpentry

[@scottman-cl4jm]

Paul I love your vidieos, I just wish on this bench episode you would have talked more about the size of wood your useing like 2x4s 2x3s 4x6 etc. Im always confused trying to look and figure out the sizes pls your dimentional lumber in the U.K. is diffrent than in the U.S.A.

[@boarderking133]

scott 1911man all the measurements are in a downloadable pdf at the end of the video

[@scottman-cl4jm]

Dylan Howard Thank you very much. Have a Blessed day

[@stevefasulo3723]

Hi Paul, Thanks for taking the time to make these videos. Eagerly awaited as always. At 29:57 there appears to be a mortise in the leg already?

[@Paul.Sellers]

Hi Steve, this is due to the filming sequence. Paul had already cut one when he did that timelapse. Little sneak peak into the next episode. Team Paul

[@AimconCoUk]

Great videos, thank you I'm enjoying very much. Why do you work in imperial?

[@therealfba]

YES! Episode 2 :)

[@viscache1]

Do you ever use hide glue in shop projects? In many cases it beats wood glue in duration and strength...provided the shop roof doesn’t leak too badly..

[@ndothan]

Mr Paul, kind of a silly question here... How tall are you? I'm just trying to figure out the best height for my table legs. Watching your videos, your body mechanics seem to be the best I've seen.

[@PetterPJ3W]

Paul can you describe the difference between a smoothing and scrub plane please

[@viscache1]

My leg length is just right, thank you....or as Abraham Lincoln once said when asked the length of his legs..”Just long enough to reach the ground”. Well if good enough for HIM! It’s certainly good enough for my bench!

[@WillWhittlesWood]

Does anyone know if he laminated the apron together to achieve the 11.5" width described on his website?

[@JohnGrogan915]

Yes he did

[@MrGoatflakes]

I had a thought, but maybe it will cause the wood to split: Put a very thick dowel every so often on the edge joints, and then put a draw pin perpendicular to that from the wide face. Probably off set less than is normal otherwise it might split the wood. Or maybe a wedge perpendicular to the grain would be better in the first dowel?

[@Paul.Sellers]

But also very unnecessary.

[@MrGoatflakes]

@@Paul.Sellers oh, I thought you said once that nothing laminated stays together. Now I am confused :P Thanks for the great videos by the way they are a real inspiration to me. I especially like the poor man's ones, tool making ones in general and the joinery ones. Thanks again!

[@sayo9394]

is it possible/easier to use a 1.2m level to check for twists? btw, i really can't believe these vids are free!! thank you so much!

[@Paul.Sellers]

Hi Simon. Yes, you can.

[@michaelpalmer937]

10 videos, .....Wow,.. what you making the Ark !

[@geoffreymaddison6434]

Paul, what can I say, that hasn't been said already. You are a master craftsman. One question, are those leg pieces laminated? And where do you find, pallet wood of that quality? All I ever see in pallets are, smashed and splintered lats with spacings of manmade 6" fibre board. Are you UK based, I'm in the north east. Regards Geoff Maddison ps I am totally new to this KZbin videos.