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Scrap wood coasters are fun and easy to make! Let me show you how to make these DIY wooden coasters complete with a box to hold them in!
After making the coffee table for my parents about a week ago, I knew they needed some wooden coasters to go along with the table! Luckily, I had plenty of scrap wood left over to make these coasters!
Anyway, I hope you enjoy this project and as always, let me know if you try this one out! Tag me @SpencleyDesignCo on Instagram so we can check it out!
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I hope you enjoyed learning how to make scrap wood coasters!

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[@jonrange4866]

Like the shirt. O H

[@KillTheIrishman]

Tip for sanding, IKEA has bar matting in stock and it's cheep, you can lay it down and it's none slip and very durable. It's like a open net so let's material threw it. I've a load of it for sanding on the bench to avoid scratching and also for securing stock when storing it so they don't slid around in transport.

[@Hedriks]

Use double-sided tape on the back of your coasters and stick it down to the bench. Then sand the coaster tops.

[@MultiScampi]

Nice to finally see someone using a table saw and router table safely and correctly 👍

[@MartinMMeiss-mj6li]

Plans? For making a 4x4 in. square? How will you ever get sufficient detail onto paper?

[@ConcreteLand]

😂😂😂

[@genecarden780]

I felt the same way about making a video about it. This would get you an “F” in old 7th grade wood shop.

[@brennik05]

Thought the same. I understand that there need to be beginner projects but come on.

[@SoundEff3ct]

Sanding that wood for the coaster before cutting it would help make it easier to sand probably

[@mattedwards4533]

We all have problem at times. I have been working with wood for over 60 years and still hit a bump in the road sometimes. Very good video.

[@dropndeal]

For sanding, build a small fixture to hold the coaster. For instance, if the coaster is 1/2” thick (random number), then using a plywood base or whatever, build a three-sided border around the coaster using 7/16” strips. This will hold the coaster securely, while allowing the sander to only contact the coaster face. If desired, then add anti-slip cabinet liner to the bottom. Just be sure to adjust the border height to accommodate the anti-slip thickness.

[@kencorsell8087]

Nice idea for left over scrap wood! If you reverse the board on each pass over the table saw blade when resawing both halves with be perfectly equal in thickness!

[@andybrown4284]

If the sander is too big for the bit of wood, either do it by hand or if you feel you have to use a power tool then clamp it in a vice or get a suitable sized version.

[@gwarlow]

0:57 That is exactly halfway through the board’s thickness? Time for my next eye exam, I guess. 😊

[@dirtmcgirt3445]

I know the video is older, but another tip (sorry if it's a repeat, I'm not reading 3yrs of comments lol) Use painters tape on bottom, and on a table. Glue the tape together with CA glue and an accelerator, just peel off when finished. Just a little CNC trick for keeping stuff still.

[@JustGG1956]

Would it work if you used a silicone rubber matt to "hold" small pieces while trying to sand them? I'm thinking of the "18X28 inch Non-Slip Rug Underlay" sold in Dollar Tree for $1.25. You can cut it to fit your needs.

[@philgoulding5219]

Great idea and presented in a really down to earth manner. I have some worm wood Cherry that will work perfectly. Thanks for showing that we aren’t the only woodworkers who end up with bloopers in our attempts. Keep up the great work. I’ll be one of many watching. Many thanks

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Thanks, Phil! I probably mess things up more than anyone haha. I’ve got about 60 other videos for you so I hope you stocked up on popcorn!

[@fionamonahan8771]

Where did you get your rip fence for your table saw it looks amazing

[@nainajani7825]

Enjoyed watching the project.

[@SoundEff3ct]

Hi what is the table saw setup called how much are they

[@CharacterRedWorkshop]

Perfect way to end that video 😂 I feel the same way when people start to set drinks down on stuff I’ve built 😂

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Hahaha that was actually my girlfriend Miranda’s idea. Her hand made a good cameo in the video. You’ll see more of her in the future!

[@Countryboy246]

@@SpencleyDesignCo could you upload plans plz sir

[@davidcelliott]

Just curious - why did you not use the belt sander on your oscillating spindle sander to sand the panels rather than having to deal with the random orbital sander?

[@davidcelliott]

And I researched a little bit and found that belt sanders are really best for shaping and not for fine surface sanding.

[@earthlingjohn]

Sweet setup

[@cameronolenick8213]

Youve got it man. See you blowing up very soon. Keep getting after it and building until you get that viral video that grants you the recognition you deserve for these insanely high quality videos and products.

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Thanks, Cameron! I appreciate the support!

[@G.I.JeffsWorkbench]

Excellent use of “leftovers.” If only that Arm-R-Seal dried faster!

[@rogertyler3237]

Have You Thought Of Using A Ocilating Sander?

[@michaelkline4800]

What do you sell this coaster set for?

[@janwarriner6554]

Wooden coasters don’t work. The condensation from glass sticks to coaster then slips off into your lap or floor.

[@user-ev4pb9xj7e]

Should have inlayed a cork disc on the coasters. But that would have been considerably more work 🤷‍♂️

[@stevepreskitt283]

I know this is a really late post, but if you're making the coasters in any volume, why not make a fixture out of crappy big-box store plywood that's thinner than the coasters, or maybe from those cheap stir sticks they sell? That way you can sand an entire batch at once in no time.

[@merlinjim]

My town has those all over. Smells like a used prophalactic to me.

[@thecaptainsnark]

perfect comment to find out of context

[@simonstough7145]

It’s a great project and all but I’m here for the rheingeist tshirt. Great brewery.

[@davidpietranczyk]

Do you have a video on the Dado throat plate or did you buy it? If you bought it, would appreciate a link. Thanks!

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

I just made it out of some MDF

[@davidpietranczyk]

@@SpencleyDesignCo Thanks!

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

I’m working on a video in the future all about how to make throat plates

[@davidpietranczyk]

@@SpencleyDesignCo That would be great. Looking forward to seeing that!

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

It’s one of many many videos in the pipeline!

[@aimeestephens7135]

They turned out beautifully. I really like the holder design. So simple, yet elegant.

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Thanks, Aimee! I appreciate the kind words and support!

[@charlieholcomb5823]

Hey Mate. I hear ya man. Your skills are legit and your space looks productive. I believe you will achieve your goal of quitting your day job. Well done!

[@stephenmcgeown]

Those coasters and the holder turned out so beautifully! I have a spare piece of walnut that I was trying to find a use for - now I know :-)

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Heck yeah you should do the same thing! 😀

[@gregariouswoodworks1270]

Great idea with the resaw..didn't think of that and don't have a band saw so I bought 1/4 thick hobby wood from HD and made mine like that

[@grainplaner216]

try a sanding mat

[@jdawkins111]

sell your harvey miter gauge, your rockler router lift, and your grrrrrrrrripper, and you should have enough money for a non-ridiculous table saw.

[@usedtobered6816]

Beautiful work . . . . but not very practical. The sweat from a glass will run down to the coaster, then drip onto the table - especially due to the polyurethane.

[@GraffWoodshop]

Coasters are my favorite scrap wood project!

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

It certainly worked well for me! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@richwallace2343]

Ok I'm a little slow, but I could not get my sander to make the smooth hole, what grit do you use? I've seen continents move faster than what I was getting done

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

I used 80 grit

[@SoirNoirKat]

For sanding them (once they're already small) would recommend trying a 1/3 sheet (or similar) sander; something that goes back+forth as opposed to circular. Wear work gloves (protect hands from sandpaper and to give yourself better grip) and you can actually have the sander upside-down and just hold the coaster in your hand; pressing it lightly against the sander. There may be better ways to do this, I only recently started a similar project and am working with what I have. But the 1/3 sheet sander with back+forth motion seemed far more doable for me than the circular.

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

If it’s working for ya, go for it. Just be careful because those sheer sanders tend to leave noticeable scratch patterns

[@SoirNoirKat]

@@SpencleyDesignCo I'm not terribly worried about that myself seeing as prior to doing any real coasters I'm actually making coaster sized swatches, sanding to prep before burning the surface to a crisp (black is my favorite color, +I appreciate texture), after which I'll be trying out various finishes (including resin; Blacktail Studios has done that+it looks gorgeous). So in my case little scratches won't be bothersome. But is a very valid point for those who won't be burning the wood. I just found the 1/3 sheet sander seems more willing to cooperate with the little wood squares. Obviously I'm still learning though!

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

It’s awesome to see someone else super excited by woodworking! It’s so much fun!

[@bradholland6074]

To sand small pieces. I put painters tape on my work bench. Then painters tape on the object. Put CA glue on tape and bond. Holds well. When done just break the bond on the painters tape

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

That’s a great tip!

[@MrTrecutter1]

Sandpaper doesn't seem to bother me, it actually kind of tickles. 😮

[@numbersabcdefg]

Carpenter pencils illegal? I didn't like like the safety of that clutch pencil. For the sanding, lazy Suzanne. Most grandmas have 5 extras - friends grandma if you don't have one

[@steffanjansenvanvuuren3257]

Use rubber bands to hold it together.

[@pattycakes1994]

Coasters are legit a pain to sand 🤣 I usually just plan it on the finish setting now (helical head upgrade helps) and then just finish by hand 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Oh they’re absolutely a nightmare! That’s why I stay far far away from production work 🤣

[@Glock2201]

Great video and they turned out awesome. You did a great job of explaining all your steps and made it simple to follow.

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Thank you very much!

[@JohnColgan.]

Nice project, like the 45°chamfer/mitre trick, might try that

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Thanks for checking out the video, John!

[@jon_craftingo.o4686]

🌭Hot dog 🌭Was hunting around KZbin for some coaster holder ideas today and randomly found this old video of yours. Thanks, I think I will incorporate parts of your design and build process into my coaster gifts this season. For some reason or other I have struggled with miter joints, but had never thought to use a 45 degree router bit to take the stupidity out of the equation. I also liked the finger hole designed to match the smallest spindle on the sander and make that process that much easier! Can't wait for your next video to drop. Keep up the good work!

[@JoesWorkbench]

Nice work, great use for scrap. I am not the only one who loves coasters! Who makes that white pencil you were using? Cheers from Australia.

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Thanks for the support, Joe! I genuinely really appreciate it! I don’t know who makes the white pencil, I got it for free at the lumber yard. However, I was able to find some that look exactly the same on Amazon. Pretty cheap too! : amzn.to/35UbLkc

[@thecaptainsnark]

yea but the coaster is so pretty you need a coaster for the coaster

[@diybuildandlife207]

I used poly and the surface sticks with a hot coffee. Also the surface has completely boiled up when left in sun

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Thanks for watching! Film finishes definitely have their downfalls in the sun

[@dropndeal]

Precisely why I use oil and wax finishes on projects such as these. Plus polyurethane will turn yellow or fade in sunlight.

[@clintnaftzger4257]

We’ll I’ve got my coasters made and after several fails on using router for 45• edges of coaster holder, how the heck you set it up to cut the 45’s? Tried high low in and out no clue how to set this up any help I’d appreciate. Ty I have a router lift table and 1/2” shank 45 bit. Love the video and the results.

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

If you’re having trouble with the router, you could always just use the table saw

[@clintnaftzger4257]

@@SpencleyDesignCo ok guess I will, I just got this router table with lift on it so I was hoping to use that. Anyways ty love your work.

[@redsox501]

What’s the router bit you are using, don’t see it in the link

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Good question, Stephen! For the roundover bit, I’m using this: amzn.to/363Upld For the chamfer bit, I’m using this: amzn.to/3pakjLw

[@dukkiegamer1733]

Not that these are that bad, but let's just say you've improved a lot 3 years later.

[@stephenk3245]

Why would anyone need plans for coasters

[@Tydyrium]

Not sure why more people don't use the router for miters. Its a good idea i don't think I'd actually seen before.

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Thanks for checking out the video, Nathan! For a lot of folks, I think it has to do with not having a router table. Also, as the thickness of the material increases, the size of the router bit has to increase even more. If you want to do 3/4 material, you have to have a pretty large bit!

[@robertstewart2346]

Awesome job!!! I just wish you had gone into detail about how you made the holder.

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

I did, just watch the video

[@richardgoeltz3769]

Great idea. Thanks for posting.

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Thanks for watching, Richard!

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The Kroger seltzer water is delicious!

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Gosh dang right it is!

[@z_man2728]

How do U find the wood for this???

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

There are many places to buy wood online

[@mrcastro8740]

Muy bien hecho mi amigo. Buen trabajo

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Thank you very much! I appreciate the support!

[@danlee5184]

Use a damn coaster!!!

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Awesome video i can tell you care and want to give this knowledge away and share. Also i literally have the same flannel lol.

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

I appreciate the support, killian!

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I'd like have your plan for this.

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This is so therapeutic.

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

I’m glad you enjoyed it!

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You risk your health for a couple of bucks on Etsy.

[@steveleblanc6007]

Gorgeous

[@phillipstanfill5392]

You stole my idea. lol. Just kidding. But I have been doing that. I give a set of walnut coasters to all my customers as a token of appreciation for there business.

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Hahah that’s a fantastic idea!! Just a small and simple project. If you aren’t filming, you can make them super fast!

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Thanks for a great video

[@GyWO10]

Plans please! 😊

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Thanks for checking out the video, Dawayne! If I get enough interest, I’ll consider making plans

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WHAT A BEAUTIFUL GIFT YOU HAVE BEEN BLESSED WITH FROM ALMIGHTY GOD, WELL DONE

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Thanks a lot! I-O!

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go noles

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Go Bucks

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Do you have plans for these?

[@88rushrocks]

Simple but nice

[@CorEDilema]

Thumbs up for the errors!

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Thanks for watching, Dave!

[@o.g.bwoodwork]

Beautiful

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Thank you very much! I’m glad to hear you enjoyed it

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People want these?

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Is this for real or is this a comedy slam on the absurd number of woodworking videos?

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Just get a bandsaw.

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Click bate

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[@bobeven2093]

Too Slow. You don't need to explain in detail..... Boring