Install a "DIY" Mini-Split Heat Pump / Air Conditioner
To make the shop a lot more fun to work in during the summer and winter, we decided to install a ductless mini-split heat pump.
Woodworking
Install a Quick Release End Vise
To finish up our Roubo-inspired workbench, we'll install a Rockler quick-release end vise and a set of workbench caster plates to make it easy to move around the shop.
Build a Sliding Deadman (Board Jack)
To help support longer workpieces in the leg-vise while planing, we'll add this simple sliding deadman to our workbench.
Build a Workbench Leg Vise
Next up for our Roubo-inspired workbench is a heavy duty leg vise using a single 2x8, an inexpensive vise screw, and a linear bearing and shaft.
Build a Roubo-Inspired Workbench
This Roubo-inspired workbench is built by laminating together board to form the leg tenons and mortises in the top as well as the lap joints for its long stretchers.
Design a Roubo-Inspired Workbench in SketchUp
In this introduction to SketchUp, we'll design a version of our Roubo-inspired workbench.
Design a Roubo-Inspired Workbench in Fusion 360
In this introduction to Fusion 360, we'll design a fully parametric version of our Roubo-inspired workbench.
5K Subscriber Giveaway (Closed)
We wanted to do a little giveaway to say thanks to all of you that have been following us here and on YouTube.
Workbench / Outfeed Table Upgrades
Some of the most useful improvements that we've made to the workbench over the last few months.
Build Three Clamp Racks from Scraps
These clamp racks are a great way to organize most clamps and can be made easily from just a few scraps.
Milling Short Logs on the Bandsaw
A quick experiment to see how easy it would be to mill short logs using a bandsaw.
Build a Seed Starting Rack
This seed starting (or storage) rack is simple to build and can be easily customized to a desired size.
Build a Drill Press Table
This drill press table and fence can be built quickly from some scrap MDF and a few pieces of T-track.
Build a Workbench / Outfeed Table
This combination workbench and table saw outfeed support is not only functional but also contains plenty of storage space.
Build a Simple Skateboard Rack
This simple skateboard rack can be easily customized to fit up to five skateboards using a single 8' piece of lumber.
Build an Arcade Marquee Lightbox
Here's a fun little project for anyone that has a favorite arcade game!
Build a Pair of Sturdy Folding Sawhorses
Here's a fairly quick project showing how I built a very sturdy pair of folding sawhorses from 2x4s.