Good to see another American contractor sees the light and recognizes the simplicity and efficiency of the metric system !
@MsKaylakay19 Жыл бұрын
I've had the chance to use this table a couple of times now. It's fun to whip out in front of people:) I can see what people are talking about when they say the legs are delicate, but they're design to support a "mostly" vertical load, not be torqued from the side or pushed back into place. If you just let the table open or close on it's own and don't force anything, it works great kzbin.infoUgkxyFZUPFEey-PuqsPMxqaykBhgA1LWxFHh Once it's set up, it's pretty solid. My only gripe would probably be related to the clamps provided. They're not the highest quality. They do the job, so no big deal, but they could be better. All in all, pretty cool gadget.
@itwizpro Жыл бұрын
Thanks Ron for all that you have contributed to the wood working community, not just with your bench designs but the emphasis on workflow and efficiency. Thank You!
@dylanemeraldgrey4 жыл бұрын
I always thought you and tiny house building would be a great fit. It would be interesting to see what kind of tiny house designs you could come up with. It seems like a natural creative progression from what you've designed so far.
@danphilpott63022 ай бұрын
So helpful! I just purchased the bench, cradle and kart. Can’t wait to start the build. I also have the Parf hole system ordered and otw. Very interested in hole pattern plan to allow accessory and jig planning and compatibility. You are very knowledgeable, enthusiastic and generous. Much appreciated.
@JRBardown4 жыл бұрын
The fact that you include the patterns is amazing. I’m okay with the math, but it’s sure a lot easier when it’s provided. Can’t wait to grab the plans.
@dans490018 күн бұрын
I built this awhile ago but added slots so a 2x4 can be slide through it on borh sides than add a sacrificial strip on the end . It extends the table to 12' - 16' if you want. Cutting sheathing is awsome. No need to put foam on top to cut a sheet good
@bldrmtnman4 жыл бұрын
Though I had purchased the previous plans, went ahead, and bought the plans for the PSB. I support your efforts at evolution/innovation.
@joshsatterlee20784 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ron! I was worried when you announced that the compact bench was history. But it was just one prototype towards a better final product
@markpalmer53114 жыл бұрын
Excellent! Thanks for keeping everything on the website. Really like the efficiency and the spreader shelf. Looking forward to the companion video.
@alexanderannunziata9479 Жыл бұрын
You are an amazing wood worker. Thank you for all your designs!
@Elevator2TheTop4 жыл бұрын
Love the continuous improvement mindset. I also applaud the modularity of the bench extensions, giving the advantages of a larger bench, but with the space/weight savings of the smaller bench. Makes it a best of both worlds solution. It will be fun watching how you build upon this design. Looking forward to getting started on this bench!
@kirkmccubbin4605 Жыл бұрын
Michael Grandinetti has an amazingly organized and efficient woodworking shop, simply the BEST I have ever seen - Period.
@chriscodon39844 жыл бұрын
Hi Ron, I studied industrial design and for me the hardest part (with so many ideas in mind) is always keeping everything simple and let go off ideas that are unnecessarily complicated. So I think the way your workbench design is going is really great! Also love the idea of the extensions, I was thinking of something very similar, some days ago. One thing I'd love to see would be an option to have benchdogs on the side of the bench. Keep it up, greetings from Berlin
@DaileyWoodworks4 жыл бұрын
Ron, seeing the evolution of your designs over the years has been awesome. I love this new system and can’t wait to see what else you come up with.
@bpmunroe4 жыл бұрын
I built a modified bench a year and so ago - 3’x6’, folding gate support instead of horses - and used 1/2” top and bottom with 3/4” sides. Getting ready to build a 2’5”x5” to be an indeed support for my table saw. Will definitely check out these plans.
@chadsullivan80134 жыл бұрын
your building style and meticulous nature is infectious.....thanks for keeping the bar high and sharing it with all of us..
@theintelligentcarpenter94074 жыл бұрын
I have been watching you for a bit over a year now, and these are the plans I'll be buying. I'll have to modify for a bench of 4' x 6' for what I need, but nothing else will change. Love your work Ron. Never stop.
@michaelc.fischer24392 жыл бұрын
I just found you! Wow! I’m really impressed! Thank you 🇺🇸
@geographyinaction78142 жыл бұрын
Why is Robert Redford doing carpentry?
@RobyWanKenobi2 жыл бұрын
Awesome
@furnman682 жыл бұрын
Robert Redford? Maybe he’s the offspring of Robert Redford & John Denver?
@lkj974 Жыл бұрын
😂
@davemizzell79977 ай бұрын
Writers strike lol
@julienpcntt24014 жыл бұрын
I love the plans, but for my use i needed a small footprint bench that can be carried in staircases so I made a 600 by 1200 and I have added wings to extend its uses, the top can be built with one sheet of plywood. I called it the mini Paulk bench. Still working on extensions and extra bits to make it versatile.
@nutsmcflurry37374 жыл бұрын
The extensions need the slots for fitting on top of the saw horses. Instant light weight bench for those smaller jobs.
@a29miller4 жыл бұрын
Love the videos and the well thought out designs Ron! Can’t wait until my shop is finished to get rolling on one of these 😀
@mykolashatkovskyi88173 жыл бұрын
HOW?! HOW?! How could I miss this channel?! It's almost Alien 👽 level!
@ltwoodproducts32654 жыл бұрын
Great to see practical changes to an already practical bench.
@murphyrp012 жыл бұрын
Have just come across your channel. Love the fact you am embracing metric which we use here in Australia. Will be sure sure to check out your other videos
@mrclean1464 жыл бұрын
I've been watching for a long time and have seen your bench's in many other guys video's . They always mentioned your design. I finally purchased this plan. I can NOT work anymore without your system. I'm going to take a break and get this done. Thank you for sharing. The plans look great.
@mrclean1463 жыл бұрын
@@cmmartti I don't have time for math. It was worth the few bucks. It didn't bother me to give back to a person who shares a lot of knowledge.
@jeffkling75894 жыл бұрын
OF COURSE, I bought my plans last week.
@TheSmartWoodshop4 жыл бұрын
Of course, but your support motivates me and keeps me innovating. On my end, many hundreds of hours and hundreds of dollars in material to develop each plan that I provide for $10 is a pretty good deal and the sole support for everything I do on this channel. 😎🤙
@adriancarpenter44934 жыл бұрын
Hi Ron, congrats on the new bench. Must admit to getting lost with the acronyms and working out which is which in the line up. I built your two piece 8x4 way back in January 2015 - it’s been great but too big for my shop. The smaller bench with extensions is a terrific idea. I think I’m going to do that. Keep up the good work on the channel - Adrian ...ps I use the bench as a fixed bench.
@Bigrigjeff4 жыл бұрын
Great video! Keep your design ideas coming !
@rogerbarr2365 Жыл бұрын
I now have my PSB top completely drilled with all 96 mm spaced holes. I also drilled all but the very corners for the 32 mm rows. I just cant figure out how to use the parf guide jig for the 32 mm corners. It's that 64 mm space I can't seem to conquer. I have followed you since the first bench and have never been disappointed in your precision and work ethic. I still have to measure 4 and cut twice to get it right but hope to get better. Thanks, Roger
@stevegaymer97644 жыл бұрын
I have a flat bench are use on a regular basis about the same size I like this much better I might even try to build it thanks for your work
@bdm100010 ай бұрын
Ron/Chris, I'm considering making the PSS exactly as planned; however, for my assembly table (PSB), I'm thinking of laminating a 1/4" sheet of plywood to the standard 3/4 (18mm) ply to create a 1" thick sheet (with the 1/4" sheet and layer of glue on the bottom). Then I'll laminate the laminated sheet on both sides with formica before using the Parf Guide Mark 2 and ROUTING the grooves so that I have a PSB which works like the new Woodpeckers Track Clamp Bench Top. In addition to being able to accomodate track clamps and dog holes, this design will eliminate the need for sacrificial strips while ensuring you never cut into the benchtop. I will just need to line up my guide rail with the grooves to avoid cutting into the bench top. The PSB would be a little heavier being laminated on both sides with formica sandwiching a full inch sheet of plywood in the middle (instead of merely 18mm), but it won't be that much heavier and it will never leave my garage/house. I just need to lift it to store it against my garage wall. What do you think? Here's the Woodpeckers bench top if you haven't seen it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/lYu0pHqgibl6hdUsi=iydiHO-e17ygV1qL
@wrightwells4 жыл бұрын
Plans ordered 👍, brilliant work and great they are in metric now.
@twjull4 жыл бұрын
Understanding both metric and imperial/ standard measurement is really beneficial. One system is not better than the other. Each system has it pluses and minuses.
@akbychoice4 жыл бұрын
Terry Jull except that 10mm socket.
@twjull4 жыл бұрын
akbychoice and that is where ‘worlds are colliding’!
@GlennBrockett4 жыл бұрын
Metric is easier. But dimensional lumber in the states is imperial.
@twjull4 жыл бұрын
Glenn Brockett metric in framing or rough carpentry is difficult.
@GlennBrockett4 жыл бұрын
@@twjull Which is why imperial is what I stick to.
@flyinpolack66334 жыл бұрын
Like a welding fixture table for carpentry, very nice. It's about time somebody made that! You should have 2 sides with the fixturing holes on them too.
@CMRWoodworks4 жыл бұрын
I’m only 3 minutes in and I already want one.
@terryleblanc19963 жыл бұрын
Hey Ron, After watching a number of your videos, it is clear that you welcome ideas and strive for portability/lightness in your designs. So here it goes... This is only an idea. I am not sure how feasible it is. Would strategically cutting away some of the bottom of the bench material work without degrading the bench structural integrity, saw horse nesting holes and carrying hole? Your comment about how the dog holes remove material and make the top lighter are the inspiration for this idea. Hope this is helpful. Best wishes.
@user-ts7zz6lq4x4 жыл бұрын
A few questions: 1- 18mm plywood: what is the name of it? What does a sheet of it weigh? And what size does it come in? 2- is the 61lbs the total weight of the bench, horses, and spreader? 3- what are the dimensions of the bench (l x w)?
@zerimaryar Жыл бұрын
Love these designs!! thank you!
@georgedrever4 жыл бұрын
Hello from Scotland, Ron. Just wanted to say I love your enthusiasm, drive and generosity with info. And I also love my PWB2. Had it a couple of years now and it's the heart of my workshop. Gets lots of compliments fron visitors too. Keep on pushing that plywood envelope!
@karenstewart17354 жыл бұрын
George, I'm in Edinburgh. Have you been able to source the lightweight plywood Ron uses in Scotland? (I'm Nial, logged in with my wife's account).
@georgedrever4 жыл бұрын
Hi Nial, no I just used standard 12mm ply. The bench is still moveable if required, although that's quite rare.
@daverobinson63844 жыл бұрын
Off to buy the plans!! In millimetres! 😃
@kurtfattig93703 жыл бұрын
A pattern pattern. Now that's some Paulk Smart Thinking right there. Very good idea.
@jeffsmith73474 жыл бұрын
Hi Ron, I like your designs and have ordered your plans in the past. One addition that I would throw out there for your consideration would be a set of wheels incorporated into one corner/side of the bench for moving the bench from trailer to site. Perhaps inspiration from The Little Giant Ladders might be helpful.
@TheSmartWoodshop4 жыл бұрын
Hi Jeff, I use a hand truck if I need to cart things around. I alway have a hand truck in the trailer to move other heavy things so adding wheels solves a problem I don't have. I am sure that is would be easy to do, but I would have to figure out how to have them retract when not in use as having nothing protrude from any side or edge of the bench has been one of my top design criteria since the very first bench.😎
@GlennBrockett4 жыл бұрын
That is an adaptation I have been considering for my own build. The hand truck looks to work in most cases, but wheels could have their uses.
@BrianBeck4 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to building and using!
@brianrosen67324 жыл бұрын
I have a feeling that it’s going to be too heavy for those who can’t find lighter weight ply now that it’s all 3/4. So I’m going to play around with using 1/2 for the bottom and sides.
@dirkosterhof44443 жыл бұрын
Dear Ron Thanks for Inspiration! I ' m watching all your Videos. I want to build my Shop in the basement . Now I habe an idea to get the full size sheets in! No chance , l am figuring out your Ripping, crosscutting flipping on a cut off cart as Paneel trak saw .never lifting heavy sheets !!! And a dream come thru finaly. Thank you thank You thank You 👍👍👍
@erikarchambault53384 жыл бұрын
Any ETA on when we will the miter saw component come in? Really truly moving in the direction that I want/need. Just watching each week to see when you hit that mark... hopefully soon.
@rjmills1263 жыл бұрын
Loved you in the show scrubs.
@SteveinJersey12343 жыл бұрын
Ron - Just purchased and downloaded your Smart Bench plans as I think they're the most practical, easiest, and most efficient application of torsion box workbench design that I have found. In particular, what really makes your design so attractive is the way in which you have allowed for so much open space in the web core such that it can be used as a big under-table storage area. However, I face a challenge that I could really use your advice on: is it possible to reduce the depth of your standard torsion box design (now about 10") to roughly half that thickness without undermining its stability? The reason I ask: the bench that I build is intended for double duty: woodworking for me, and general crafting for my wife. While my preferred work style is standing, she really needs to sit with legs under the table for what she does. We've discussed simply raising the height of the saw horses sufficient to give her legs adequate clearance, but that raises the work surface too high to be comfortable or practical. So the only solution we can think of would be to 'flatten' the height of the spreaders to about 5" I realize that this greatly diminishes the practical value of storage space under the table, but I was hoping that doing this would solve the clearance issue while still providing adequate stability to the bench. Would that be OK to do? Any other changes that you advise I'd have to incorporate if I were to flatten the core like this?
@BigmoRivera3 жыл бұрын
Very Nice And Simple Great Job 👍
@Metal-Mail4 жыл бұрын
If you grid out or cut a simple pattern from the bottom sheet, would that reduce weight?
@akbychoice4 жыл бұрын
Mike Galik then your tools may fall through or get hung up in the holes. 🤷🏻♂️
@lscottiv14 жыл бұрын
Where would the sawdust collect if you do that?
@cooperised4 жыл бұрын
I reckon you could go down to 12mm or even less for the bottom sheet without losing any rigidity because the bottom sheet is primarily loaded in tension in a torsion box. That would be better than cutting holes in it from a rigidity perspective.
@SlabGuy4 жыл бұрын
Would you ever consider a cnc ready file to purchase?
@brianrosen67324 жыл бұрын
Yyyyessssss! Thanks Ron’
@jrizing16139 ай бұрын
Just bought one !
@cerberus28814 ай бұрын
Did you buy the pre-cut kit?
@chanceyandell61454 жыл бұрын
Hey Ron I had a couple of thoughts that came to mind while watching your video. 1. I thought if the extension pieces end up working out well you may be able to make them double duty. On the previous bench you have a recess for the miter saw. Would it be possible to add risers using the bench dog holes to bring the extension pieces up and use them as “wings” for miter saw out feed? 2. When you mentioned using a hand truck to move them due to the weight I had another thought. Could you create a removable wheel that slips through dog holes in one of the corners to use the bench as dolly itself to cut down on the weight? I emailed this info over to you as well before commenting here. Sorry for the redundancy. Thanks for the great content!
@InfiniteCraftsman4 жыл бұрын
For the spreader, what if you chop off the ends half way into the notch hole? So the inner notch hole remains but then there is a U for the second notch. Easier to to put in, still keeps them spreads, and doesn’t reduce the strength of the bridge. Love it!
@brucebalfour8042 Жыл бұрын
Just bought the plans and currently studying them. Why did you not use a full 72" x 36" for top and bottom? Also what is the depth of cut of the chamfer inside the dog holes?
@MrTruthandlove4 жыл бұрын
I love you Ron 🤗 thank you
@dornworks3 жыл бұрын
Using Rons design concept, I built a Paul compact" mini "- 1200 x 600 x 200 which fits perfectly in the back seat of my sedan - so I can take it anywhere - I also made the Paulk workbench - 2 - 600 x 2400 with sawhorses - this is used permanently on a building site - and has been fantastic for cutting ply ceiling sheets, fabricating form boxes, windows frames and the like . I also made a complimentary compact " mini me" 900x 600 x 200 - this is because the compact mini needed another box to support large pieces of material - I also use these without sawhorses - that is on the ground - giving me unlimited size and location. These have all been built with 12mm CD plywood Im looking forward to making the Paulk Smart Bench with extensions panels and clip on tool supports from 18mm ply - I can see the extra thickness and heaviness will have advantages for some jobs. I hope the bench dog connectors aren't too expensive by the time they arrive in Australia - eg the Parf guide is AU$400 once it lands here.
@BarrySumpter4 жыл бұрын
Can anyone who has purchased the plans answer this question? In the past the Imperial and metric measurements have been mixed on the same page. Which makes my progress slower. I would prefer a metric only plan. Are the plans completely separated into a metric plan and an imperial plan or are the measurements mixed on the same page?
@TheSmartWoodshop4 жыл бұрын
Metric and Imperial are on separate pages.
@AndrewHelgeCox3 жыл бұрын
Would be good to see a tight video explaining the requirements that drove this design, the features it have, and what someone might do with it, assuming the viewer is new here. That vid should mention why it’s covered in holes.
@jimh4723 жыл бұрын
I can tell quarantine didn't keep Mr. Paulk down.
@buddtwin23 жыл бұрын
Just an idea I’m sure you have thought about something like this but just n case what about attaching some fold up casters on one end of the bench and a handle on the bottom of the other side. When your packing up, caster can be flipped out or just mounted to the bottom side of the bench and roll it all back into the trailer. Just an idea to be able to not have to bring out a hand truck.
@jaredvincent10674 жыл бұрын
how did you address clearance for the table saw outfeed on the total station or this bench when to additional bench extensions are added to the top? maybe I missed this in a different video?
@TheSmartWoodshop4 жыл бұрын
Hey Jared, I have covered the height issue in a few other videos. I have lowered the working height of my benches by 18mm. When I add the bench extension or router table the height is back to the industry standard of 36".
@daviddawkins28292 жыл бұрын
What if you used two spreaders (?)on the out sides on top of the out riggers, about 4 inches higher? About 3 inches wider than the out riggers with slots for the legs to fit into. Easier to mount, easier to use as a shelf, less bending, less reachin in.
@garypopov91582 жыл бұрын
How flat are your workbenchs typically? I bought your plans and making a bench out of 1/2" ply and it looks like it's flat maybe to.. 0.030?
@thepeginator25563 жыл бұрын
Just downloaded the plans. I might be being daft but I couldn’t see what router guide bushing and cutter size the templates are designed for? Thanks.
@TheSmartWoodshop3 жыл бұрын
I use ½" bit with matching bushing, but it doesn't matter if you use ½", ⅜", ¼" etc... the end result is the same. Watch this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hWXYdGxtirWCfKM
@thepeginator25563 жыл бұрын
@@TheSmartWoodshop Thanks! Will give that a watch. 👍🏻
@thepeginator25563 жыл бұрын
s@@TheSmartWoodshop just watched, I’d understood it was the relationship between the bush and the cutter that defines the offset and therefore how you make your patterns - but you clearly stated you use an offset of 1/8” which is the missing bit of info, now I know! Interesting that you’re working in metric but the offset is imperial! Although I guess it’s so close to 3mm as to make virtually no difference.
@mattbookout-varner45853 жыл бұрын
I don’t often ring that bell, but by golly consider it rung.
@wehtjns4 жыл бұрын
Looks amazing. I’ll be buying your plans and building a few soon
@jeffreymoore37494 жыл бұрын
^^what he said^^
@rossevans10352 жыл бұрын
A very versatile and flexible workbench setup and I have purchased the PSBBP bundle plus the PSPR, PSBJJ and PSCC plans. I have printed all the PDF files but have an error when printing page 9 of the PSBB plans. Page 9 shows on the screen and I have also tried printing it as an individual page but still without success. Every other page on every other plan prints fine, just not page 9 of PSBB. I am printing on A4 paper. Can you offer any assistance advice here.
@edwinatwood44272 жыл бұрын
Ron, can you do a video on your favorite hand trucks? Thanks.
@danthechippie44393 ай бұрын
Great bench. Is both the top and bottom made from 18mm material? If so could it be done in 12mm to save on weight?
@TheSmartWoodshop3 ай бұрын
Yes and Yes. I currently make the bench with 18mm, but in the past it was all 12mm except for the horses.
@danthechippie44393 ай бұрын
@@TheSmartWoodshophi, thank you for getting back to me so quickly. Iv considered the MFT bench as I have a far bit of festool tools but it looked so unstable. It was portable and that's the only plus for me. I like the design of your smart (smaller) bench as I need something strong, stable, accurate and of course portable. I'd probably just build the bench itself as I use sturdy saw horses anyway. Il have to order your plans only I don't have an option to print them. Can you send hard copies to Europe?
@WhiteTigerHouston4 жыл бұрын
Is there a way to add the job site saw with the sliding metal rails to the end like your TPS2?
@TheSmartWoodshop4 жыл бұрын
The Jobsite saw is too large for the bench. I went away from the support rails a few years ago as I wanted the larger job site saw and haven't regretted it for 1 second.
@davegrever56894 жыл бұрын
Ron, Love your videos and designs. I've already purchased a couple of plans that I haven't built yet, but think I will move forward with your new PSB. Are you planning to modify the Smart Router Table design to be compatible with the PSB?
@TheSmartWoodshop4 жыл бұрын
The PSRT works excellently with the PSB.
@willemleroux84285 ай бұрын
Hi Paul, I bought your plans for the Paulk Smart Bench. Maybe I missed something but am I correct to assume that the assembly must be done on a super flat surface?
@cerberus28814 ай бұрын
Not Ron but remember that we are cutting And assembling square. The track saw track and TSO track square make this easier than it would have been without them. Don't work from factory edge, cut new reference edges and work from those. Hope this is clear and helps you!
@willemleroux84284 ай бұрын
@@cerberus2881 Thanks, I have my ply cut by the dealer which did cut off the factory edge. I received it square as well. I will cut my next one myself on the new table.
@cerberus28814 ай бұрын
@@willemleroux8428 I have a table saw but my track saw is just much easier due to small garage and an inability to haul full sheets.
@numberkruncherr4 ай бұрын
I'm sure you've covered this somewhere, but I haven't found it yet. Why did you choose to have the outer row of holes at 64mm rather than 96mm (thus breaking the pattern) rather than just making the table 64mm bigger in both directions?
@TheSmartWoodshop4 ай бұрын
The holes are set at 96mm in from the bench edge and ends. An additional set of holes is added 32mm in from the edge to provide more clamping options, and most accessories such as cradles, panel rigs, vises, cross cuts, etc., utilize the edge row of holes.
@TEJANOAMERICANO4 жыл бұрын
For the comfort height of this product, how tall are you ?
@TheSmartWoodshop4 жыл бұрын
I am 5'10, but my bench height is an industry standard to match up with machine heights.
@chrisanthony5793 жыл бұрын
I really like to portable bench design idea for field use but watching many videos of the parf/Paulk system, I realized I just don't see a practical use in my shop since I have a very good cabinet saw and a very good panel saw. Since we do so little field fabrication, I'm not sure of the advantages. Regardless, still great design ideas that many others could benefit
@jbourgeois50924 жыл бұрын
Ron, you recommend 18mm for the extension wings, but what are your thoughts on building them out of 1/2" AC ply with support runners made from the same? Planning on making a hybrid version of the PWB2 / PCB with a little bit of the PSB mixed in.
@IsaKocoglu4 жыл бұрын
Good on ya Ron! I bought the plans for your Paulk Workbench II with router table, but am yet to build it 😭😭😭 And now I see this, and I am wondering will you incorporate the table saw attachment and/or the router table attachment as well? Looking forward to your next video. Keep keeping it real 😎🤙
@TheSmartWoodshop4 жыл бұрын
In my bench design evolution, the PSB is the direction I have found works best for me. The PWBII is many years in the past and I chose to go with a larger Jobsite saw that is too big for the smaller format bench. I have separated out the router table to create more working space on the smaller bench. At this point at least, I have no need for the larger bench and like the modular workflow, the PSB affords.😎
@johnkelly49414 жыл бұрын
In the video you mentioned it was cut from 3 sheets of plywood. Do those 3 just count toward the bench or also the templates?
@austinburgess85694 жыл бұрын
John - I just downloaded the plans and the templates would need to come from a 4th sheet, but you can use ½ inch/12mm for the templates versus ¾ inch/18mm.
@johnkelly49414 жыл бұрын
@@austinburgess8569 Thanks!
@mikecarter67584 жыл бұрын
Hi Ron! I have purchased plans for your compact bench and plan to build it soon. I notice your latest doesn’t include dados for miter slot clearance from your table saw. Is the bench set lower? Would appreciate your comments.
@miatafunrun30782 жыл бұрын
How many sheets of plywood do you need if you don't make the saw horses?
@johnkoshinski45403 жыл бұрын
Ron, have you had time to update the PSB plans to fix the offset of the spreaders location which on my recent download shows them still offset closer to 1 row of bench dog holes than the other instead of maybe being centered between the rows to minimize any interference from the spreader. I was originally going to build the full size bench but I think this smaller size is brilliant in a smaller work space.
@georgecoffin44532 жыл бұрын
Can someone please help me understand why the two rows of holes surrounding all of the boarders seem to have tighter spacing than the rest of the 96mmx96mm grid? All of Ron's work surfaces seem to have this tighter spacing on the edges and I can't seem to figure out a reason why. I'm guessing it's something very simple that I'm overlooking haha.
@TheSmartWoodshop2 жыл бұрын
I added a row of holes around the perimeter at 32mm in from edge for increased clamping and bench dog placement near the edge. I did not have them for years, but found them very helpful and even necessary. 😎
@georgecoffin44532 жыл бұрын
@@TheSmartWoodshop Awesome! That's very helpful. Glad to know my eyes aren't just playing tricks on me! Thanks for the response Ron.
@Kay8B2 жыл бұрын
I would imagine it would help clamping some items with a smaller clamp etc. Just noticed the man himself replied.
@danielgregory95644 жыл бұрын
Do you use any finish on your benches???
@TheSmartWoodshop4 жыл бұрын
No finish on any of my benches so far. I have thought about painting them, but only for aesthetics.
@masonlucas4 жыл бұрын
Of course I bought the plans for the PCB last week and haven’t even started it and this comes out. Story of my life! The improvements look great. Now do I buy these plans too and set aside the ones I just bought? Not sure I want to pay double.
@TheSmartWoodshop4 жыл бұрын
Hey George, that is one view. Another thought is that I spend hundreds of hours designing, developing, improving, making videos on how to build them, $100s of dollars on each plan in materials prototyping, and then provide the plans for $10. Your $10 or in this case $20 helps a lot and encourages me to keep innovating. That being said the PCB is a great plan and will serve you well. I put the PSB up yesterday and noticed someone purchased both the PCB and the PSB😎🤙
@drstampfli4 жыл бұрын
$10? That’s a steal for your plans!
@whoDatBeDare4 жыл бұрын
@@drstampfli 100%
@samoanSAIYAN4 жыл бұрын
Apart from this bench which is the design before this one? Thanks Edit: looking buff and awesome there Ron👌keep up the good work mate!
@TheSmartWoodshop4 жыл бұрын
The bench design before this one was the STS about two years ago and then before that was the PCB.
@danthechippie4439Ай бұрын
Hi Ron, can i ask, in regards to the saw horse design, are the upper legs that stick out designed to hold objects such as a long track perhaps? And for the top itself, do you screw it down to the upright portions and if so are you not worried the saw will hit those screws in use?
@TheSmartWoodshopАй бұрын
The sawhorse tabs are for indexing the location of the horse to the bench, aiding in mobility. The screws are in the top, which is never cut, so there is no chance of the track saw hitting a screw. Also, Dan spent some time watching videos on the channel. The whole smart system has been developed over many years and time tested in real work productions in new construction, remodeling, and general carpentry. Trust the system-it works.
@danthechippie4439Ай бұрын
Hi Ron, ya il have to start watching your videos, sorry I'm not much of a KZbinr. I regards to the saw horses I think you think I was referring to the tabs that stick out on the top which locate into the bottom of the bench. I was referring to the tabs that stick out level with the floor much like the feet do.
I bought the Paulk Smart Bench plans and the 18mm Canusa Premcore Plus Baltic Birch sheets. I am about to cut everything out. I noticed you don’t finish the wood on your benches and it ages beautifully. At the end, when you sand everything, what grit of sandpaper do you use? A video showing the small stuff, like sandpaper, which glue you use, the exact screws, chamfering the holes and beveling the edges would really help us novices to get our benches built quicker. Thank you! Tim
@PatriotPaulUSA3 жыл бұрын
I've seen other guys use paste wax, mineral oil, tung oil, shellac, and other finishes on these birch MFT benches, its really up to you and what you like. Bare wood is fine too. (It is a workbench) Paulk's earlier benches were just construction plywood (pine). Titebond II glue is waterproof and what I have used for decades with Baltic birch ply we used to build extremely heavy PA speakers and work trunks for heavy cables and equipment with these same materials for concert sound systems. Its incredibly strong, usually stronger than the wood. I believe the Australian U Tube guy, (Dave something) uses 180 grit to finish his before he waxes them with a orbital sander. He uses friction strips from Festool on his benches though. His benchtops are prolly very slick after sanding and waxing. So he has to have friction strips.
@bgymr97223 жыл бұрын
are cad files included so we can cut them on a cnc machine?
@TheSmartWoodshop3 жыл бұрын
We only offer PDF files. Many, many, many have used the PDF files to create the CNC code.
@DaveGme Жыл бұрын
If I built one of these without all those holes, would I be kicked out of the group?
@eddamas54395 ай бұрын
I'm guessing probably not, but without those holes the possibility of your back being kicked out would increase...
@bernievandermerwe94754 жыл бұрын
Hi Ron, what is the name of the Light Weight Ply called. Thanks Bernie.
@TheSmartWoodshop4 жыл бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXvOZ5Wsq96BhJI
@zerblatt33654 жыл бұрын
Seems you done a perforation were the shelf meets the supports I wouldnt do so as an mech engineer
@yanlockson31722 жыл бұрын
Hi. Since you are a Mech Engineer may I ask whether the middle horizontal arms of 'E' shaped legs add to their mechanical strength? (I initially thought that it was for the sake of cosmetics or to ease the storing of the legs inside the bench but now I get it. It can be used as a shelf on which to stash a guide rail for example. Good thinking Ron).
@camgreer4 жыл бұрын
I hate to say it Ron, but I'm thinking you'll have a lot more "quarantine time" to dream up other great stuff. This isn't going away anytime soon, bet your bottom dollar.
@TheSmartWoodshop4 жыл бұрын
I plan on taking advantage of every second of every day. 😎🤙
@RustyCas9994 жыл бұрын
Stiffness. Have you done any numerical analysis on what makes your bench stiff? Stiffness is more a function of height of a section than it is thickness. Do your side openings need to be as wide as they are? (Four would be stiffer - extra stile). A slightly taller top/bottom rails would add stiffness. I assume you have interior stiffeners - 3 will be considerably stiffer. Slightly taller, thinner vertical components would be stiffer and weigh less. (1/4” interior dividers, captured in dados, and glued, for example). You maybe overthinking the need for speed, ease, and simplicity in *building* the bench if someone is only going to build one or two - *using* yes, building not so much.
@Litehamer Жыл бұрын
Newbie and utterly useless woodworker here . Only discovered your Chanel today and love the ideas . I’m off to buy some plans . Thank you for all your work . Are the saw horses part of the plans ?
@PeterWoolstonMusic3 жыл бұрын
I’ve got your plans am building the PSB. My router and router templates are different from yours though Ron and I’m trying to figure out your template offset so I can adjust from that with my router bit and template. I have a 1/2” spiral upcut diameter bit with a router template outside diameter measurement of 51/64” making a diameter difference of 19/64”. That makes for an offset radius of ~9/32”. How different is that from your’s Ron so I can adjust the plans accordingly? Thanks in advance for your help.
@TheSmartWoodshop3 жыл бұрын
Mine bushings are ⅛" larger OD so 1/16." I designed and built mine metric so I used 3mm as the difference.
@PeterWoolstonMusic3 жыл бұрын
@@TheSmartWoodshop awesome! That makes your offset in plans 1.5mm which when I check finished drawings compared to Patterns compared to Pattern Pattern it all syncs up 👍. I’ll adjust my plans by an extra 11mm for Pattern Pattern and 5.5mm for Patterns as my radius offset is 7.14mm for my setup. As a customer I appreciate the speedy help Ron 🙏🏻
@mikeirwin46874 жыл бұрын
What’s the difference between the newest edition just the spreader shelf ?
@TheSmartWoodshop4 жыл бұрын
mike irwin The similarities would be a shorter list. Differences: length, width, height, structure, material, saw horses, and more. The PSB is a new design from every aspect that pays respect to lessons learned from all of my previous benched.
@mikeirwin46874 жыл бұрын
I speaking of the other small bench you have just the compact I have all the smart plans and I am looking forward to building the cabinets for use in my one car garage I picked the smart compact bench for many reason I was just wonder what the difference later we’re between that one and the newest the only difference I see is the square hole underneath for storage and the lower shelves between the legs of the saw horse / supports