A panelling job A day in the life of a self employed Carpenter

[@AmandaBell-lc7uk]

Love the jumper. ❤

[@paulmaas8743]

Great work fella, we all have different ways of doing things and watching others we may find alternative ways , tips and tricks. Keep it up, your smashing it. I'd look at buying a DeWalt stand for your chop saw, it will save you kneeling down all the time.

[@marsh1998]

I recommend angle grinder with sanding wheel flapper disk for coping, so fast and clean.

[@boobye6305]

shut up

[@freddieleethompson3536]

This is the brightest video ever

[@fluff4115]

You are a very good clean up as you go worker - Well Done! - Superb job

[@ttdowgcarpentry2390]

Appreciate this comment mate, I try my best so that there is not much to clean at the end 😅🤣and for health and safety reasons!!

[@Chris-yj1zg]

Your kid was having your life at the end 🤣🤣 another as it is video, keep them coming

[@robertmawby3021]

I have done quite a few panelling jobs for various customers. I find the best way to get materials to site is to buy from a timber/builders merchant that has a sawmill. Order your MDF sheets and they will cut them all to size for only a few quid. Well worth it! You can either collect it from them or have it delivered. It really saves a lot of time and even more effort.

[@lloydmcintyre9441]

I think he said at the start of the video he usually does but the machine in store was out of action

[@mickobyobrien2650]

He was going to get it cut at B&Q Store(Home Depot in U.S.)but saw was broken.

[@ttdowgcarpentry2390]

Yes I agree. It would have been much faster to get everything cut down to size and also, I'm definitely going to start buying material from a sawmill. Thank you for the helpful comment.

[@manxvibes32]

Nice work, might be just me but I always smear PVA on any MDF cut edges, especially on cill boards as any condensation that gathers can make them blow

[@creativetag1]

Looks sound mate only think I’d have done is return the top rail and dado into the window

[@vw_mods_4711]

Great video, a little tip for you if you have a builders merchant near buy that sells wood and has a wall saw get them to cut the big panels down to size while you do something else then they have done the work for you! And the panels are easy to carry. I always tell my clients I cut all the big stuff in my unit so it’s easier to carry and save you money 😂😂😂

[@tyeissenightingale2536]

I used the same dado rail today but I put it the other way to prevent the ledge on the MDF. Nice work though pal 🤛🏽

[@tonybull4314]

Surely if your gonna use mdf in bathroom it has to be moisture resistant one. Other little bits like not rounding ends of window boards & leaving sharp edges on mdf. But good video . Informative for people having a go .

[@naomicgabriel]

love these videos. I have no clue about carpentry but I love doing DIY stuff so this is fascinating to see.

[@ninjasixrr]

Rocking the screwfix jumper👍👍😃

[@ttdowgcarpentry2390]

🤩 I actually love it

[@paulyoull5472]

I do a lot of panelling, with different designs, but if a client asked me to stick stiles to plaster, I turn the job down. I use a 6mm full backing, measured precisely so no joints will be shown. My panelling stiles, skirt, tip rail etc are finished in 12mm. All glued. 2nd fix nailer for the backing and headless pin nailer ( Bostitch) for the finish. No fillers required. Also, I never get stiles etc cut at supplier. I cut each one with track saw with a new blade which enables me to scribe when necessary. That’s just how I role mate.

[@dexterbarlow8906]

I just did some panelling exactly like that but the dado I turned it the other way and I thought it looked a lot better good work though!

[@rjhcarpentryandjoinery]

Good job doing the scribe without a coping saw. That's impressive and you really do take pride in your work. I see a lot in residential setting a much lower standard in work and finish, despite how much a good painter can add or take away from shoddy second fix. Nice one!

[@GMhandymanservices]

Definitely a return on the dado 👍

[@Dale-11]

Yep probably would of done a 45° that go's down not one where it returns to the wall.

[@alexanderbennie4819]

Keep up the good work, top g.

[@EsseNewBeatz]

Great job as usual mate. Loving your channel 👍

[@kevonslims7269]

Another great job bro, keep up the good work salute..

[@ttdowgcarpentry2390]

Thank you mate, appreciate your kind words

[@scottthompson2481]

Great channel , love the content ............

[@ttdowgcarpentry2390]

Appreciate this comment, glad you are liking the Channel!!!

[@ukpatriot]

Keep up the great work mate.

[@tardistime6857]

Your videos are so helpful and insightful

[@ttdowgcarpentry2390]

thankyou this is what I hope for all my videos , I appreciate your comment

[@tardistime6857]

@@ttdowgcarpentry2390 I appreciate your videos currently I’m a multi trade apprentice who needs to get better at carpentry so your videos really do help

[@gbjoinery]

You seriously need a work station and some trend bench rollers very handy for working on Like a Ron Paul’s work bench

[@frankmckie2992]

Defo return..... but none the less fantastic job ...... never let others put you down , chances are most couldn't weld a hammer without hurting them self's lol😂... Good job 👍

[@ttdowgcarpentry2390]

thanks mate really appreciate it , I ended up asking the customer she wanted to just finish flush

[@1987pagey]

Glue the architrave on the deck mate can get them perfect

[@scubasteves3214]

Really never seen that

[@1987pagey]

​@@scubasteves3214😂

[@garethhumphreys3687]

Love the videos mate, you show it how it is! The grind isn’t easy but it shows in your case hard work and dedication pays off

[@Joe-jv5mm]

Sweet Work Steve 😎

[@Joe-jv5mm]

New apprentice @ the, Starting them Young 😂

[@ttdowgcarpentry2390]

Thank you mate, appreciate the kind comment

[@ttdowgcarpentry2390]

Yesss, best way to start them young. He'll become the best chippy!

[@bySoundz]

Top work mate 👍

[@ttdowgcarpentry2390]

thanks mate really appreciate the kind comment

[@EdwardSteele-tk2gs]

That cope is more than acceptable... I always use a jigsaw but invert my jigsaw so it's easier to follow the line. I've also used an angle grinder with a sanding disc before which works incredibly well... Love your you tube. Would love to work a day with you.... Maybe you should give a subscriber the opportunity.... I like I've in Birmingham 😅

[@ttdowgcarpentry2390]

I really need to try angle grinder with a sanding bit, I've seen plenty of videos on this but have never tried it out. Maybe we could work together some time!

[@EdwardSteele-tk2gs]

You tube subscriber video would be a cool idea for you perhaps

[@michaelplays2449]

Great video !!! thank you

[@ttdowgcarpentry2390]

Thank you mate, glad you liked it!

[@Mavericback]

nice dude! are the nail pins just going into plaster board or a stud behind? also when skirting can you just pin into the wall 9 even if its just block/ masonry ? and thats enough with the glue?

[@zephyr1408]

Your top rail is fine ! Sometimes I cut at 45 1/2 on those old wonky walls! I never cope anything but crown! And now ppl really don’t install it anymore and I forgot half of what I barely knew ! So I really don’t do it! But now all the rage is flat crown?

[@robertmawby3021]

I have found that panelling is on the increase, especially in some larger houses. Companies like Farrow and Ball show a lot of panelling in their paint advertisements.

[@zephyr1408]

@@robertmawby3021 well very good for us trim carpenters .

[@MartynMc]

The scribe was pretty clean for a jigsaw, but it always makes me question why people don't just mitre the corners. Even with taking a little more time to ensure you get as close to a 45 as possible, still quicker than scribing.

[@glenntyrrell2787]

You should come to Ireland and do a bit of work for a week

[@kevinwhittaker5195]

Is moisture resistant mdf in the bathroom?

[@xxmrksxx]

Nothing wrong with that cut mate 👍

[@ttdowgcarpentry2390]

Thank you, I appreciate your kind words!

[@waqasaslam7005]

Great video and amazing work ! Which 360 laser level do you use? Thanks again for the content and time

[@llCarpentry_Joinery]

I would scribe the other way round as you to walk into the room and not seeing where’s it been scribe obviously it’s getting caulk and paint but it’s the way I was taught 🤙🤙

[@alanwoolstenholmes3532]

Nice work as always. You tried using your jiggy upside down to do scribes?

[@6565tigga]

Nice jumper mate, great work as usual 💪

[@ttdowgcarpentry2390]

thanks mate really appreciate the kind comments

[@chevyimp5857]

It's not texted book it's real world jobbing and it's plenty good enough... I like your channel.. I prefer a return in those situations but that's your call and that's good.

[@ttdowgcarpentry2390]

Thank you so much for the kind comment. I appreciate it and yeah with not having a return I just done what I thought the customer would like best.

[@mohammedrahman8744]

Hi just a quick question, are you brad nailing the boards after using adhesive. Can you use brad nails in plaster board and are they 18 gauge brads

[@tomaski26]

Are you taking deposit for materials for those all jobs from your costumers ? Regards mate you douing good job

[@sankyeat]

How is the job market like for carpenters? IUs there always work, like for plumbers and electricians or do you find it to be a competitive industry?

[@aaronbell8527]

Should that be moisture resistant MDF in a bathroom?

[@nickharrison6694]

Defo

[@ronnierobinson1502]

Customer is crazy wanting MDF in bathroom

[@ttdowgcarpentry2390]

I agree not the best material to use. She just wanted cheap and cheerful

[@ronnierobinson1502]

GREAT JOB THO MATIE@@ttdowgcarpentry2390

[@robertmcewan9358]

You should have used the green mdf. You should know better yourself.

[@jackwebster6650]

Really enjoying the videos mate. I’ve just given my notice at work to go it alone as of the new year so seeing prices is really useful. Watching the videos over the last few weeks gave me the added confidence to go for it so extra thanks for that. You said in one of your previous videos you started out by using apps to get work. Which ones did you find best? I’m currently on ‘my builder’, any others worth getting on? Keep up the good work mate, you’re building a great channel 👍🏼

[@kevin-the-carrot]

Nice work as always.What adhesive do you use for the mdf and dado rail ?

[@multidinero]

If you’re going to cope with a jigsaw, you might want to look into getting a coping boot. Just a thought.

[@garethdavies7951]

Mate great videos but as a trade I can’t help but notice you buy materials at most expensive places

[@robertmawby3021]

Yes, get yourself a trade account with a couple of merchants, you can then play them off against each other to get the best price. If you don’t want a credit account or would struggle with references, you can make them cash accounts. I think that you will be very pleasantly surprised at the savings you can make. I always use Wickes prices for pricing work where possible and then pocket the additional savings for myself. Always add at least 20% to your material prices and sometimes 30%. Keep it going and you will be fine!

[@troy-p5f]

how long did it take to do that small room

[@kingstonbespoke]

Bruv why haven’t you used the MDF strips behind the dado to get the depth. You killed that dado lower detail fixing it straight to the wall.

[@kingstonbespoke]

You should do the same with dado as you e done with skirting board. 👌🏾

[@TommillsTommills]

Always return to wall

[@amerism4530]

Hi mate what course did you do ? College? Joinery and carpentry diploma or did you study level 3 site carpentry?

[@willsway7352]

What gauge nailer is your paslode? And what glue and pins are you using? Thanks

[@Dale-11]

16g, white gripfill and 32-50mm

[@peterbouchard103]

👍👌

[@stephenlomas8555]

Am i wrong but i always fought its architrave not architrive?😂

[@ttdowgcarpentry2390]

😔 spell check done me over 😂

[@ethanMarx-hughes-l7m]

Surely being In a shower you would use mrmdf?

[@zephyr1408]

No chair rail make it clean! Less is better!

[@ttdowgcarpentry2390]

I think I agree

[@zephyr1408]

@@ttdowgcarpentry2390 good job I really find myself doing built ins , cabinets add on like laundry , kitchen , & garage but I will not do whole kitchens. Doors same kinda stuff you do but I am slow ! I work alone!

[@BigDave38]

Love the videos! Please can you narrate over the videos rather than write text on the videos please please please

[@mickobyobrien2650]

Is that M.D.F. moisture resistant.

[@Dale-11]

Obviously not.

[@davidwainwright250]

Be easier to just 45 each piece

[@damianelias3325]

Bro has a outro now

[@timcharlton7423]

should the mdf be moisture fesistant in a bathroom as for the dado rail it looks like crap i been a carpenter for 40 years not seen work like it

[@robertmawby3021]

The lad is having a go, he will only get better. Maybe it’s not joiner grade work, but the the fact that it is going to be painted means it will be fine. For £300, that is a bargain. If I did this panelling I would probably put a 1 in front of his price, but I always use Medite Premium MR MDF

[@scubasteves3214]

What’s so bad about it? Better than a lot of chippys I’ve seen

[@LongLiveTheBoleyn]

£70 for a window board 😂

[@timcharlton7423]

well for a start its the wrong m d f as for the dado raili was always told to put it flush with the m d f and put a timber fillet on the back of the dado rail that what was taught i didn't to a 6 year apprenticeship for nothing the joiner I was with was old school

[@robertmawby3021]

@@LongLiveTheBoleyn Have you any idea how much money it costs to mobilise a little business like this? The van alone will cost a small fortune to buy, run, maintain and depreciation then there is the tax man, national insurance, accountant, apprentice wages, tools, phones, computers, stationary, insurance, bank charges, professional fees, advertising etc etc. Good tools cost a fortune and it requires probably £4,000 to £5,000 to kit yourself these days and then you have to hope that some thieving scumbag doesn’t break into your van and help himself to your kit and therefore your livelyhood.

[@stephennolan5776]

Is that 6mm or 9mm MDF please?

[@Dale-11]

9mm.

[@glenntyrrell2787]

And ya should never say your customers came into financial trouble Ur on KZbin buddy

[@MrAidanfleming]

Why do you go to b&q the prices are ridiculous

[@kyledavies-mz9yz]

What area do you cover and you got contact details

[@jackhayward3366]

Not B&Q 😭😭

[@robertmawby3021]

Sorry to correct you but it is ArchiTRAVE! 😂👍

[@ttdowgcarpentry2390]

Spell Check👀😅

[@robertmawby3021]

@@ttdowgcarpentry2390 You are doing a great job, keep going and you will gain more confidence and more skills. You have a good future ahead of you!👍👍👍

[@stephencave187]

Can't help being a Brummie 😂😘

[@StillGame787]

No dewalt nail gun? That’s a sin 😂

[@Lyonscarpentry]

Dewalt guns are awful compared to paslodes

[@ttdowgcarpentry2390]

I agree with this

[@ttdowgcarpentry2390]

I really don't like the dewar nail guns anymore 😅

[@Ashley-m2f7k]

£250 is the going rate around here for a chip. I’m a multi trade doing council repairs on 1k a week inc van fuel and tools Good practice to lightly sand those mitre joints ready for the next trade and fill the pin holes if you have time. Job could have been blasted in one day from my experience tho on site we 2nd fix a house from scratch in a day and breakfast

[@ninjasixrr]

Second fix a house in a day!bet that looks nice!

[@nickharrison6694]

lol @@ninjasixrr

[@edwardcowan6346]

No return👍

[@Dale-11]

Wrong

[@robertmcewan9358]

So you didn't actually do any panelling. Could have returned to the top rail, rather than the wall.

[@robertmawby3021]

That panelling type is known as Shaker Style or Batten & Board. It’s a perfectly acceptable and well known style.

[@carlosraymundomartinezesq3396]

Why waste your time/clients money dialing in that cope to perfection when it will be caulked and painted?

[@Duggytripitier07]

There is nothing wrong with trying to execute the jobs to perfection or near enough perfection. Regardless if this will be caulked and painted, the client, (if they have the eye for detail), will notice this and think, “nice, neat job”…. This is why, yourself ^^, if you are in the trade or not, you won’t have the opportunity to work on high end projects if you have an attitude like that. Nice job TTDowg 👍

[@simonm9097]

It's called having pride in your work. You probably don't have it

[@OddballLewis]

this is why they picked him, He actually takes pride in his work unlike 90% of tradies nowadays.

[@ttdowgcarpentry2390]

I used the jigsaw and it was perfect first time, it is always good to be critical on work whether it's going to be covered, caulked, or painted. I would say it is a good habit to have and I like taking pride in my work but I can see where you are coming from within a speed perspective.

[@benje302]

I think you have done a great job for a reasonable amount. There will always be keyboard warriors saying this or that but let them have a go and see how they get on. Keep doing what you’re doing.

[@scubasteves3214]

I always do my scribes with a jiggy. Whatever works for you I say

[@ttdowgcarpentry2390]

100% always best to do the way you feel most comfortable with