Woodshop Tour - Two Car Garage | 2024

Shop vac wrap to save $$: amzn.to/3RZ3zGS
Heat shrink to go with it: amzn.to/41XsOhf
Follow me on IG for more shop stuff: / williamswoodntools
Come take a look inside my woodworking hobby shop packed full of tools!
Thanks to my videographer Cameron Lin - Follow him on Instagram / cameronlin
Tools:
Dust hose over the table saw: amzn.to/47IjUoV
My favourite shop casters: amzn.to/3HlsyiB
The best F clamps: amzn.to/47FeN90
The best bar clamps for joinery: amzn.to/48A3WyG
The biscuit joiner I use: amzn.to/3vvwQBe
Best value shop vac/dust extractor: amzn.to/48Urz4z
The mitre saw I use: amzn.to/424jus6
My favourite cordless circular saw: amzn.to/3O1d8Uv
My favourite impact driver: amzn.to/41Z2ALg
My favourite cordless plunge router: amzn.to/4b1lULW
Channels mentioned:
/ @mikefarrington
/ @robcosmanwoodworking
/ @benchtopwoodworks
/ @jackenglishmachines
Segments:
00:00 Intro
1:41 Main Tool Island
7:24 The Old Tools
9:15 Mitre Saw Workbench
11:44 Bandsaw/Shaper/Drill Press/Lathe
13:40 Dust Collection
Music: Sarah, the Illstrumentalist / Celebrate You / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com
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[@JaayEmm]

You did this in just 3 years!!! Standing ovation... inspiring video, thank you.

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks!

[@almirduric3651]

You've got a lot of big tools in three years. Way to go.

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks! I break it down a bit more in my shop tour video, if you're interested: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mYqZfX16hNycjLs

[@williamolsen8517]

Moving to a 24x24 shop, so thanks for the ideas. Enjoy your next shop setup. I look forward to seeing how you set it up. Be well.

[@rontirona7921]

always a blessing to see a fellow woodworker in CHRIST!!! Outstanding job on setting up your shop. Praying that you will find another one just as nice when you move.

[@williamswoodntools]

Yes, thanks so much.

[@whitexeno]

Cinematography was on point. Cool shop.

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks! My guy @cameronlin is an awesome videographer.

[@Hvn1957]

Nice tour! I see you have a different take on bandsaws than I assumed from your other video 😏😏. The star of this one is that chain mortiser!! I think I’ve only seen one other on KZbin, in Mike Farrington’s shop. I’ve been using one for almost fifty years 😀😀. I think they’re a largely unknown, but hugely versatile tool. In our shop we occasionally build large poplar frames, that take drop-in panels. The chain mortiser is awesome for that.

[@williamswoodntools]

Wow that's so cool! I'm still learning to use mine. Can I reach out for tips when I get settled into my new shop and start using it more? Any way I can reach you on social media or something? I have a few specific questions. Thanks for watching..

[@JonathanKuhn]

Love the frugal hacks that don’t compromise for usability or function. Keep the videos coming man. Let’s see time tool restorations and more $500 chain mortiser finds!

[@williamswoodntools]

Yes sir! 😎

[@jose_carpenter87]

I have a huge workshop for many years and my machines are all from my grandfather. You just make me realise how amazing is having something from my granddad. You did an amazing job in that 2 car garage. Congrats 🙌

[@williamswoodntools]

That is awesome! Thanks

[@CustomWoodWorkDecor]

Great video. Amazing shop. I started woodworking a few months ago. No experience at all. Just was too cheap to buy a coffee table, ended up making one and loved the process. Good luck to all in the journey!

[@williamswoodntools]

That's how it always starts! Thanks man.

[@jose_carpenter87]

Another one on the road!! Welcome to woodworking!!

[@KevinGriffith12]

Great video Joel, such a great collection of tools, it’s great to see how much thought and planning has gone into your shop setup. God has really blessed your work and your efforts! Thanks for the very detailed tour, keep making videos, they’re great 👏🏼👍🏼🙏🏼

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks so much! I agree, he has.

[@anthonymoraes3251]

Just came across your channel. Love it man. Starting my woodworking journey now and found your video very helpful. Thank you Sir!

[@williamswoodntools]

Appreciate it!

[@Dancing_Alone_wRentals]

10:50 I think that idea is very clever......For me, that detail beat out the cool band saw for Best in Video. tHanks for the video

[@williamswoodntools]

So glad! Thanks

[@davidndahura7437]

Good shop, congratulations ❤ .

[@IRBOSNM8]

Love it... especially the heat shrink to manage the power cable with the dust extractor....

[@williamswoodntools]

Glad you found that helpful. I was pretty excited when I figured it out!

[@AnthonyGugliotta]

What an incredible collection of tools! Great shop! Great video!

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks so much Anthony!

[@craiggoodwin9704]

Clearly a great deal of daily thought. Some very nice equipment. Looking forward to your next video. Thanks for Sharing!

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks!

[@JWick-hz6yt]

Let’s see some more videos 👍

[@williamswoodntools]

Working on it! Thanks

[@cliff5240]

Very nice shop and you have some great tools for someone who has not been at for very long. Having your grandfather's lathe is a blessing. My dad has been gone for 43 years now and I still have his jig saw and circular saw that I will use sometimes just because I know he used them.

[@williamswoodntools]

Exactly. Thank you!

[@mrtablesawful]

If your videos continue to be of the same quality as this one, I will definitely watch them. You have an awesome shop. I look forward to seeing what you end up with as a result of your move.

[@williamswoodntools]

I’ll do my best! Thanks for watching.

[@dirkkruger9572]

Well done buddy well done

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks!

[@tony1653]

Great video Joel, keep it up. Love all the old machinery, especially the chain-drive mortise. I moved to Blackstock to get my stand-alone shop. (Only someone from PortPerry is going to know where that is)

[@williamswoodntools]

Blackstock!! Wow, so cool. I'd love to see your shop sometime.

[@biedawo]

Agree that this is a lot that you've been able to build up in three years. I liked the rolling clamp rack you tuck underneath your table saw wing.

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks! Check out Rob Cosman’s channel, he’s got a full video on that rack that I copied

[@TylerWells]

Love to see it!

[@bernieschau]

Nice job, thanks for sharing 🇨🇦

[@ottostadtgatineau]

Very nice, good job, hello from Gatineau

[@williamswoodntools]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@sreevatsan]

Wow, that’s such a great shop with some unique tools as well! Well played with your choice of Metabo HPT. Their multi volt platform (with AC adapter option too) looks very promising. I’m into the Worx 20V platform but if I’m ever switching I’d definitely consider Metabo.

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks 👍

[@eddiemoreno2922]

Great video, I'm jealous, I have a 3 car garage, but I can only use 1. I usually have to move one of the cars out to set up my woodworking equipment for a couple of days.

[@williamswoodntools]

When I first informed my wife that she could no longer park her car in the garage, she was not happy. But she gets it now :)

[@HappyGrinMan]

This is so clean and so well thought out

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks! Clean is a great compliment.

[@troyqueen9503]

Hello from Vancouver Island 🏝️👍

[@williamswoodntools]

I hope to visit one day... got some friends out there!

[@aidenwoods5083]

good stuff brotherman

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks man

[@allenguffey9370]

Great video nice shop set up

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks!

[@edaker4684]

You've got a heck of a setup there in such a short period. I've been doing it as a hobby and a profession (for someone else) since the early 90's and still don't have a set up as nice as yours. The one easy thing I believe you should always be doing with a table saw is keeping a riving knife installed if you got one. If you don't have one, make one. There's no excuse not to because it does so much good. Good luck with your future craft endeavors!

[@williamswoodntools]

Thank you. Yes, someone else suggested the same thing. I’m going to look into this. Thanks!

[@RobSandstromDesigns]

Tour is well done. We have to make due with what we have and looks like you are making the best of the space you have at this time. Good luck with your move and hoping you can get a bigger shop since you said you wanted one.

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks a lot!

[@ryan_antonelli]

Great video! Thanks for sharing 👍

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks for watching!

[@measuretwicewoodworks]

You’ve picked a great hobby. Happy woodworking!

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks!

[@DudeSawdust]

Wow! That is an impressive shop. You have acquired a ton of tools in such a short amount of time. I look forward to your future videos. Welcome to KZbin

[@williamswoodntools]

Thank you!

[@davidsargent8374]

I really like your shop. You’ve put lots of thought in it. Only one thing I wasn’t crazy about, the table saw dust collection. It would be a distraction for my vision though, likely not for you. Proud you have found the love of woodworking. It’s very rewarding.

[@williamswoodntools]

Yeah, I agree. One strategy I use is just to make sure fingers don't go past the blue piece (obviously). At some point I'd like to get this though: www.thesharkguard.com/products/

[@JakeThompson]

Thanks for the tour.

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks for watching and the sub! Just subbed your channel. Chat again down the road.

[@johnsanchez1619]

Great shop! Looking forward to more videos. Cheers!

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks!

[@dougprentice1363]

I've never seen a mortiser like that. So cool.

[@williamswoodntools]

It's extremely cool. Planning a video down the road about it. Not too much "chain mortiser" content out there...

[@WoodworkingWarrior]

Nice shop and setup.

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks!

[@kingrat5564]

Beautiful shop! Well thought out and a very impressive collection of tools!

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks! It’s a pleasure to share.

[@seanallard3659]

Thanks for the nice vid. Please keep them coming. Good luck finding a new home and shop.

[@williamswoodntools]

Thank you!

[@woodxj]

Nice looking shop you got there. Can't wait to see the new one once you move.

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks!

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Hey Joel - I loved your workshop tour. Look forward to seeing what you do next.

[@williamswoodntools]

Hey, thanks!

[@royunderwood7514]

Great video. I like how thoughtful you are about your shop layout. I built a dedicated 16x20ft shop for myself so I definitely appreciate shop layout and work flow! Hope to see more.

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks! Yeah, similar size! Gotta get creative.

[@austinfackender]

Looks pretty well managed. Good collection of tools and good space management

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks man. Lots of little changes along the way

[@stevehedges1158]

Great video it's nice to hear the stories behind the machines. I have some of my Dads hand tools and i really enjoy using them on projects. Keep the videos coming when you can. Steve. Aus.

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks Steve!

[@youngun1496]

Excellent video. Learned some things. I was shocked you don’t have more of a following. You certainly deserve more.

[@williamswoodntools]

Wow thank you! Just getting started 🙏🏼

[@jimrosson6702]

Great shop

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks!

[@plainnpretty]

Nice shop and it was a good shop tour . You did a good job with the layout design. Thanks Joel

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks!

[@DebtFreeDIY]

Great shop! Loved the video. Keep up the good work!

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks!

[@Njao6q4vrv73]

Nice shop nice video

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks man

[@Brianscadbim]

Hey Joel, Great video... the shaper is a nice addition, can't wait to see it in action.

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks a lot Brian!

[@jasonhagen]

Wow! I really like how you used all that space. It seems so efficient! I would love to have a dedicated space to keep all my stuff setup.

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks!

[@occisoft8082]

That's an amazing shop for only 3 years

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks! Yeah, lots of great used tool deals and some amazing generosity from friends to get me started. Very grateful.

[@karlpopewoodcraft]

Hi Joel, you have some beautiful tools and an amazing space you have built. You can see in your face how much you enjoy and love your tools. Your workshop would be described as pretty big here in the UK, definitely not small 😅 that's the biggest difference between Canada and the UK we are crammed in like sardines 😂 looking forward to more content from you.

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks Karl! That's interesting. I was in London last Spring... the UK is amazing. Cheers

[@karlpopewoodcraft]

@williamswoodntools I'm from Yorkshire so not keen on the hustle and bustle of London lol I lived in Canada for a year or so, Medicine hat and Calgary😀

[@lightspeedguru]

Greetings from Burlington, ON! That's a very nice shop you have there. Doing the best I can in a single car garage so your looks massive. 🙂

[@williamswoodntools]

Burlington! Awesome.

[@12345mike6789]

I recently sold my Powermatic chain mortiser, same as yours. I didn't notice the gravity feed oiler on top of yours that lubes the chain. That sure was a loud machine.

[@williamswoodntools]

It’s sooo loud. Why’d you sell it?

[@brian_bielanski]

Great tour -- I hadn't thought much about the height of tools to maximize longer board work. I think about height of benches a lot since I'm only 5'6" but only for my ease of work... now long board work will be part of my thought process. Thanks a bunch!

[@williamswoodntools]

Yeah! It’s a big deal. Glad you took something away.

[@DreamWorksWoodShop]

Hi Joel, Thanks for sharing your shop! I love the awesome old tools They are built with so much quality you just need to maintain them and keep them going. I also love the windows in your shop for the added light. I agree shop tours are great to share they really give you some fresh ideas. I’ve done two so far on my channel and I’m ready to do another it seems like I’m doing one every four years I’m always looking for a way to create space for new tools and manage workflow. Looking forward to following along! Wishing you all the best in 2024, and much continued success with your channel! Make it a great day!! 😎👊

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks Walt! I actually watched your 2019 shop tour video a while back. You make beautiful stuff! Agree about the old tools, I plan to replace everything with old quality tools eventually. Just a matter of finding the right ones used and cleaning them up. Cheers

[@DreamWorksWoodShop]

Thanks Joel for checking out my shop tour 2019. I hope it was helpful to you as well. Definitely subscribed to your IG page and KZbin channel. Looking forward to see your new content!

[@andrewpinson1268]

For someone just starting out you can tell that you have spent a lot of time thinking things through. As always with me a good shop tour gets a subscribe. However we all need some videos in the future now. Heed Rob Cosman's advise - It is hard to make money as a woodworker alone - assuming you do not have 10 children like he did. So KZbin should be a good choice for you. Good work, converses well, good machinery and good shop - you have most already. Need more hand tools and planes though.

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks a lot!

[@onehandedmaker]

Hey there, Nice shop tour. Your shop looks like an amazing space. Keep up the videos you earned a sub! Regards James One Handed Maker - Australia

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks James!

[@davidiwerks7856]

great to see the lords blessing all around you brother, liked and subed..

[@anthonylorbach9365]

Great video. I am a new subscriber, but I am in it for the long haul. Keep it up.

[@williamswoodntools]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@ericcodner4302]

You’ve done a great job getting started in such a short time. I like the hose over your table saw. I’ve been up grading my dust collection as well and have never seen anything like that. I saw the link but was wondering how well it collects the dust from the saw blade? Thanks.

[@williamswoodntools]

It makes a huge difference imo

[@SamThackray]

Awesome to see a Canadian woodworking channel. I've just started out in Vancouver in my garage about a third the size of yours so been finding used benchtop size machines mostly. Did you have to overhaul your electrical to run all those machines? I put a dedicated 120v outlet in my shop on it's own circuit which has been a HUGE improvement.

[@williamswoodntools]

Yes I did. I had a whole segment about it but we cut it from the video. Put a 220 sub panel in the garage. I have about 7 220 outlets in there now. Essential.

[@SamThackray]

Jealous. 120 is good for me though since I don't have the physical space for machines that would run off 240... nor do I have the disposable income lol, still just at hobby level novice

[@lesterkakepetum2586]

Nice.. make more build videos❤

[@williamswoodntools]

I hope to! Thanks

[@Kcustom216]

Everything has been good with metabo except their cordless brad nailer. Kept getting jammed and broke. I love all their other cordless tools.

[@eawoodworking]

Maybe you got a bad one. I have the same nailer and haven’t had any problems…I actually love it!

[@stephenzello3519]

Nice shop and video, well done! Where are your blast gates from? I’ve never seen any like them.

[@williamswoodntools]

Thanks! Here in Canada I get them at Busy Bee Tools or on Amazon from Powertec: amzn.to/3U6u27Q

[@jimpackard8059]

Please fit the riving knife back on to the sawbench. It is very dangerous to use without it.

[@matthewhunter957]

What is the diameter of the PVC pipe for the dust collection? I’m strategizing dust collector set up at my place and trying to decide whether 4 inch PVC with a few turns in it will be adequate.

[@williamswoodntools]

Yep, mine is 4" and its adequate. 4" PVC is the most affordable and efficient option. Going up to 5" or bigger doesn't add enough value to make the extra cost worth it imo.

[@TheMrGrunterman]

Hi Joel, can you do a review on the planer? It's hard to get reviews on King and Craftex equipment on YT.

[@williamswoodntools]

That's a great idea. Maybe I can do that once I get settled into my new shop. Do you have any specific questions about them? Happy to answer. I've used several craftex machines that aren't in the video. DM me on Instagram if you wanna chat (or reply here). @williamswoodntools

[@TheMrGrunterman]

@@williamswoodntools An honest feedback on the pros and cons. How reliable are they, is there any issues with the electrical or mechanical systems, etc. for example, on your planer is there any traces of snipe? Does it bog down at all on wide hardwood?

[@ariffinwahaha]

Yo

[@mikerogers6020]

wheredid you get the hose over table saw for dust ...looked everywhere thanks

[@williamswoodntools]

The link is in the description. Pasted here: Loc-Line 80813 Shop Vacuum Kit: amzn.to/47IjUoV

[@deantaylor9311]

What dust extractor is attached to your mirka?

[@williamswoodntools]

Fein Turbo I Wet/Dry Vacuum Cleaner with Dust Extractor: amzn.to/48Urz4z

[@cliff0weird0]

You went from an empty garage to this in 4 years!? wow

[@williamswoodntools]

They don't call me the King of Kijiji for nothing. (Kijiji is Canada's Craiglist)

[@johnyan8417]

Hello, what's your floor dimensions? I also work in a two car garage, which is 20 ft x 20 ft. I feel mine is a lot smaller than yours. lol

[@williamswoodntools]

Mine is about 24' x 23'. Have you seen my shop tour video? I break it all down there: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mYqZfX16hNycjLs

[@johnyan8417]

​@@williamswoodntoolsyes, it's an awesome video. I am actually not very far from you (used to fishing in port perry during weekend) and also interested in woodworking.