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In this video, I’ll show you how to build a custom desk. Since I’m building this standing desk for myself, I went with my favorite wood type-walnut. This desk has a ton of space for my laptop stand, monitor shelf, and recording equipment.
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0:00 Project Goals
0:49 How to Make Wood Panels
5:14 Butterfly Keys
9:57 Shaping the Desktop
12:43 Mortise and Tenon Joints
15:36 How to use Festool Connectors
17:05 Tapering the Front Edge
20:33 Attaching the Base
21:32 Applying Roubio Monocoat to Furniture
23:11 Attaching the Base & Reveal
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[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

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[@dobystrock9404]

Keys! Free handing bow ties is wild, thats a bit over my abilities. I really like how you broke down each section of your process, you made this feel super approachable. I love how the final desk turned out too, excellent work as usual! You're easily in my top 5 youtube channels.

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@yoelai]

Awesome build as always. Great tip for butterfly keys is to bevel the underside edges so that it is easier to both seat initially in the mortise and also easier to drive all the way since it gives the glue a bit of space to squeeze into.

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Thank you! Good point, I try to use a really light amount of glue for that very reason but chamfering the underside is a good idea.

[@505Daniel]

Keys for me as well, which I think is the current trend in woodworking anyway, exposed dovetails, in your face joinery, etc... everywhere you look on IG, YT wherever, people are flaunting their build process in the final product. I bet there will be a swing the other way eventually, and people will start going more shaker and hiding dovetails behind moulding or what have you. anyhow, looks very clean and modern brother. Flexispot really is trying to get in on every YT channel they can these days. I hoope they paid you well though... you deserve it for the consistently quality content you put out. One question: Where do most of your pieces end up? are they commissions? or do you just build for the channel and then find places to put the pieces in your own house/give them to friends and family?

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

You're not wrong. I think exposed joinery is a lot of fun, too. I just like the hidden aspect on certain occasions. Most of the pieces I build are for myself, family, and friends. There are a few exceptions to that, but with the timelines I have to work with, building commissioned pieces isn't super practical.

[@howieblack8958]

No keys! I’m late to the show this time but this build was sweet dude! I really like how you did the forearm rest that’s a sweet touch. I’ve always wanted to build a desk too, hopefully when I get around to it, it’ll look half as good as this one. 😂

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Thanks man! The forearm rest is super comfortable too, so it worked out perfectly.

[@stephensayers4998]

No keys. Always happy to see a video from you. Nice viewing for a Sunday evening in the UK

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Thanks mate, I appreciate the support!

[@basilcleveland6568]

Really appreciate the pacing in your videos.

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Thank you, I’m glad to hear that!

[@battosai2002]

Keys. I would like to make them more seen, but I am not a big woodworker yet so when I start to do them they will be bolder. I'll use contrasting woods to make them stand out, they look very pleasing to me and they serve a purpose....... Win-Win

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

I think if you are all for keys you should go all in. Contrasting lumber and unique shapes for sure.

[@skeery2605]

That one glue up shirt? Ha. All mine are glue up shirts.. lol. I am always finding glue patches I never knew i had..

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Hahaha, ain’t that the truth.

[@monteglover4133]

Beautiful desk 👍 No Keys I’ve always found them to be distracting for most applications, but I’m mostly old school.

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Thank you! Yeah, I too prefer the cleaner look.

[@jimrosson6702]

Keys for sure as always absolutely beautiful desk top . Have said it before you sir are a true artist and master craftsman. Keep up the amazing work.

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

I really appreciate it! Thank you so much for your kind words and support.

[@caide]

Absolute stunning desk. Just wondering, why you still have monitor stands? We had those in 90's and they made a lot of neck problems. Then we actually started to have screens lower than the desk and that saves your neck.

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Thank you! I like having the monitor sit slightly higher than my head so it centers the work at my eye level. I think monitor arms would probably accomplish the same thing, but I also have a set of speakers I want to add on in the future so I opted for the extra space.

[@pinkytaylor5845]

Keys. I like to celebrate the talent of others. I haven't tried much in the way of woodworking. Your pieces are so out of my league right now. ❤

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

I appreciate the praise! You should definitely give it a go, I find it to be very therapeutic.

[@kiplininman7383]

Keys. I like the focal point of them, and they don't have to be bowtie shaped. You could always make something that is like an inlay but it has the purpose of a bowtie. Love your work.

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Thank you! Yeah, I've even seen guys use a CNC to cut out Star Wars ship shapes for butterflies haha

[@aaronfarr6782]

Keys, should be on the show face....it shows your awesome workmanship....and is a conversation piece for sure....

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

I can see that point of view but I do like having hidden gems in too.

[@anthonyseiver7000]

Keys nice desk build. I like your use of hand planes to get superior results to power tools. Did we see the final result of the bow tie?

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Thank you! Yeah, I love the fit and finish that’s achieved with hand tools. There’s a shot in the finish process but getting up under the desk was a bit challenging so there will be a photo or two over on IG of the butterfly.

[@gandjboyd7872]

Bow tie , butterflies or what the shape is I think they look cool , awesome looking desk

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Thank you, I really appreciate it!

[@djstuc]

Keys for me, they just look cool.

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

That’s understandable too

[@claidlaw58]

Keys, but only for the right piece. My current tabletop project has a large crack from drying. But for a live edge table, "leaned" into the crack and adding 6 different sized bowties to stabilise

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Nice, that sounds like a fun solution.

[@skippylippy547]

😅 Loved your comment: "Make sure you spend as much time as you can on the internet arguing with strangers" 🤣😂 I'm ambivalent about keys. There are lots of ways to deal with cracks. Whatever floats your boat. Fine with me.

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

It seems like arguing online is a favorite pastime for some folks, haha.

[@dwainlambrigger3769]

Keys! I love the video and like your description. I have used both differing woods and the same wood as a key. I think it's a way to really put a little bling into a humble piece.

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Thank you, happy to hear that! Yeah, I think you can really lean into making them a feature in some cases.

[@harryvanderploeg8573]

Keys for sure, I have three on my desk top. Excellent work as always.

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Thanks man!

[@joshuapuyear6818]

Keys or no keys. I have to say I am the type of person that will use use the keys when needed only. But the one thing I like to do is use contrasting woods to make them

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

I think if you’re gonna show them off, that’s the way to do it. Go wild!

[@BrundonC]

Keys, and no keys. Application dependent for sure. Great video

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it!

[@imvarda]

Keys! Love your stuff. Cheers

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Thank you so much!

[@chefgoldielocs]

Keys. This project was very informative 👌

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Happy to hear that, thank you for watching!

[@determined2diy]

No keys- great build‼️ Walnut is just sooo beautiful

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

I love working with walnut, it’s always a joy. Thank you!

[@determined2diy]

@@TimberBiscuitWoodworks yes it is and you’re welcome!

[@arunkumarbalakrishnan8423]

No keys. I think you misspelled the sponsor website URL at 20:56. I'm an amateur/hobbyist who is just getting into woodworking, so it's daunting and equally amazing to see such huge pieces being built while all I've really learned to do is make small boxes. But I hope I can make big pieces like yours with hand tools. I especially love the 45 degree chamfer on the forearm area in this piece. Gives me a few ideas.

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Ooof, thats unfortunate but the links are correct in the description. I love mixing hand tools and machines, I feel like I get the best of both worlds.

[@ashbeef1987]

No keys! Your sponsor link is typoed, but great video!

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Thanks man!

[@brodavis25]

Love the build! Why did you use a countersink bit for screws that went through the desk brackets?

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Thank you glad you enjoyed it! I just used the stop for the depth and pull the counter sink portion up into the collar.

[@robertberger8642]

Keys. They lock and unlock locks. I like that about them.

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

An open and shut case

[@SleeperHoundDesign]

Keys for me. If the client doesn't like them, you can put them on the bottom.

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Good call!

[@SleeperHoundDesign]

@@TimberBiscuitWoodworks great job as always Shane

[@weibullguy]

Keys. But also no keys. I think with your situation, putting the key on the bottom and filling the small check on top makes sense. With something that has more and larger cracks, the keys can add to the aesthetics without being major players. With your desktop, the key would be a distraction.

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

That's true, really large keys stitching a massive check in a slab can add some visual interest. I agree that on the desktop it would distract from the other elements.

[@tektrixter]

Key when it is needed, not just for looks.

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Oh man, those are the worst.

[@davidcalder8912]

Keys .... no question!!

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

I appreciate the passion

[@davidcalder8912]

@@TimberBiscuitWoodworks Thanks mate - really enjoy the channel BTW. Nice mix of machines, hand tools and good design.

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Thank you, happy to hear that!

[@Mastercraftspirit]

Solid build and solid dad joke about slides 🤣

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Haha, thanks man!

[@oliverbanta6169]

Keys. Another beautiful build.

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Thank you my friend!

[@jswalcott]

Definitely Keys! Love the videos, what is the red and white pencil you are using to mark on the walnut?

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Thank you! It is a chalk pencil for fabric but works great for dark lumbers. Here's the link: amzn.to/4cdOR7N

[@johnnyho900]

Keys Thanks for sharing another great build!

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Thanks for watching!

[@graphixg1]

No keys...I'm not a fan of the look. Why not just fill the void with black epoxy? Does the bowtie work better than an epoxy fill or is it just another option for the same effect?

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Me either, but the butterfly locks the check in place with the cross grain placement and prevents further expansion. Epoxy would only fill the crack, so expansion would still be an issue.

[@moccasincreekwoodworking1584]

Keys, nice work on this piece. Where did you get your crosscut sled?

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Thank you! It’s the auto scale sled from woodpeckers.

[@chriszen4128]

Keys. Great video and project again. What projects do you water pop or do you do that to them all?

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Thank you! I water pop just about everything. When it come to the interior of cases I do sometimes skip them.

[@kevinb6102]

Wow that is super nice Shane! Great job. One question. I do know at least from what I’ve read on the Rubio finishes I have bought it says sand to 120. Is there a reason you go with a higher grit? Obviously it works. Just wondering if I should start going to 180

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Thank you man! Yeah so I think the 120 is more for flooring. I have had decent results sanding to 150 too, but I think 180 leaves things the smoothest.

[@kevinb6102]

@@TimberBiscuitWoodworks I’ll have to give it a try thanks man

[@mattelias721]

Both - key/no key - depends, as always, on the application. Love this desk... I want to leave an epic, long comment commensurate with your effort, but as you pointed out, it's 8:30pm here, and more or less bed time... I do appreciate your content. If you happen to do your own closed captioning work, I'd like to commend you on the correctness of your spelling. Question: was thinking of an older video of yours - how is that mailbox holding up?

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Thank you so much! Yeah, it’s definitely time to call it a day hahaha. And thanks, I try to do my best with the captions I think they are about 97% correct which is about as good as I can hope for. The mailbox is in great shape overall. The walnut is turning more blonde in the direct sun, but the veneer and miters are still looking tight.

[@2006goducks]

Keys. Do you feel like the woodpecker autoscale sled is worth the price you paid? Would you buy it again tomorrow if it needed replacement? Thank you for your guidance!

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

I love the auto scale and would 100% buy it again. If it broke tomorrow, the order would be in 15 minutes later.

[@petercorney3125]

No keys (for now) but I hopefully see keys in my sawdust future

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Fingers crossed!

[@RunningAmukOffGrid]

Keys have their place. For me, no keys unless they're underneath.

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

agreed.

[@user-kq8xb7wi2w]

Keys, but I prefer bowties way more than butterflies. Sheesh.....😂

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Haha, touché.

[@inmyimage1081]

Combinations… still rebelling against the engagement gimmick that i hate, but anyway… Nice call on the arm rest. I’ve never seen that on a desk and it’s a great idea. My son is autlst1c and is constantly moving and stands a lot of the time so I got him a similar desk and he loves it, especially pushing the buttons and watching it go up and down, that and watching things spin are really common for kids like him… even though he’s almost 21 now.

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Haha, well thanks for still playing along. Yeah the arm rest is really nice, it's something that has always annoyed me with other desks. And that's awesome, I'm glad it works for your son too! I think being able to move around a bit is good for everyone.

[@inmyimage1081]

@@TimberBiscuitWoodworks Definitely helps him stay skinny, he is rocking nearly 100% of the time regardless of whether he is sitting or standing and at about 5’11” he only weighs about 125 pounds, literally skinny as a rail.

[@Peter-rl7hp]

will there then be a loss of the shape of the countertop with such a width of the plots in relation to the thickness? what is the width of the plots?

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

I’m sorry, I’m not sure what you mean.

[@Peter-rl7hp]

@@TimberBiscuitWoodworks what is the width of the boards of table top?

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

They range from roughly 5 1/2” to 8”

[@bttmlesspit25]

No keys -

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Yes

[@TomMiller-hp1ie]

Guess I'm oldschool. I absolutely hate visible joinery

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

I definitely prefer the cleaner, hidden look myself.

[@lesedimodupi6659]

No keys

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

I’m with ya

[@walterrider9600]

keys / thank you

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Thank you for watching!

[@TheTgranber]

No keys. Although, if you make them interesting they can be pretty

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

I’m with ya there

[@markbongers9641]

No keys. Prefer your solution to put them on the bottom,as they do have a function. Just prfer the look of the wood without keys. Like the desk.

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Yeah, they serve a purpose, I just don't want them front and center.

[@bernadettethierry7160]

👌👋👋👋

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

🙌🙌

[@heystarfish100]

Are you a software engineer?

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Nope, I work in advertising.

[@colinchesbrough5772]

I can understand the 50 grand you've spent on your tools. That's an investment. But where do you get the million dollars to keep making personal furniture out of walnut?

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Haha, both numbers are a bit high but walnut isn't priced too bad around me. And I would rather spend a few extra bucks then regret not using a material I like down the road.

[@colinchesbrough5772]

@@TimberBiscuitWoodworks I know. I was going to say around 30k. That's about what I've put in over the last decade, and it looks like I have most of the same tools as you, minus a few I see here and there. But walnut in Texas is absurd right now. And since that's what most of my clients want, it turns them off a lot when they hear a material quote