Nice work. Really interesting to see how once you get to a certain scale of business, the use of expensive CNC machines and expensive hardware changes the way these things are built, as the time savings pay dividends over the cost of the equipment. I’ve just bult almost the same thing in my house, I used sketchup to design, a tracksaw to cut, then dowel construction, the odd kreg screw, wood blocks for feet and sprayed it with water based Leyland trade acrylic. Cost of materials was basically the MR MDF and the paint. However its taken my 6 weekends in a row from start to finish. Now I’m exceptionally slow, but even a fast worker doing it my way would cost far more in labour than the way you are building those units now. I’d argue the end result is basically the same, but you’ve really got your head around how to commercialise the process, providing that there is enough work to keep the machines fed I guess. Well done mate, glad you are going from strength to strength. It was your videos that taught me sketchup years ago, so I’ll be forever grateful for that. Using sketchup as allowed me to take on far more complex builds that I did before when I was trying to work out the method of construction in my head.
I'm glad you think so, I put a lot of thought into this type of design - lining up grid lines, repeating 'motif' shapes, sometimes thinking in terms of rotational symmetry
Hi Paul they are Tenso fittings from Lamello, they require the ‘Zeta P2’ cutting machine - pricey but a game changer for this type of work where you need hidden fixings
@@paulmccabe9117 hi Paul we do still sell the 3D Assembly Square and there may be other variations coming in the next few months www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1228246913/the-freebird-3d-assembly-square
Great well crafted UA-cam content. Hardly surprising as your architect background is reflected in the furniture builds too. Very interested in the training insight as I was looking for a successor for my current business. If I emailed, do you have time to reply?
Yes! I also really like Whatsapp messaging, as I find it very easy to send a quick voice reply, whereas I easily get bogged down in emails. You could message me initially via @alastair_freebird on instagram (because I don't think it's wise I share my email or number directly on here)
Why use lamello cabineo in places where screw won't be visible? You can also prepare holes on cnc for screws. And you leave bottom plate without fixing?
on long lengths we alternate cabineos with holes for self tapping screws as you suggest. But for small parts like the lower strips they would be too likely to split when driving in the screws even if using pre drilled confirmats. And in general I like the self-locating nature of the cabineo joint, the strength of the pull and the speed of assembly
@@Alastair_Freebird that it is surely a cleaner and easier way, but in my country 500 pieces turns out to be around 180€, whenever the time comes to pay, I decide on screws 🙃
I always cut away the carpet under the unit so the feet are on solid material to avoid difficulties with levelling, or compression over time causing caulk joints to crack
The backer piece to receive the ceiling coving was not fitted tight to the ceiling since it didn't need to be because it would be covered. Over here it's rare to see wooden crown moulding - this was a lightweight cove fitted with adhesive and joint filler to meet the existing plaster coving.
Nice work. Really interesting to see how once you get to a certain scale of business, the use of expensive CNC machines and expensive hardware changes the way these things are built, as the time savings pay dividends over the cost of the equipment. I’ve just bult almost the same thing in my house, I used sketchup to design, a tracksaw to cut, then dowel construction, the odd kreg screw, wood blocks for feet and sprayed it with water based Leyland trade acrylic. Cost of materials was basically the MR MDF and the paint. However its taken my 6 weekends in a row from start to finish. Now I’m exceptionally slow, but even a fast worker doing it my way would cost far more in labour than the way you are building those units now. I’d argue the end result is basically the same, but you’ve really got your head around how to commercialise the process, providing that there is enough work to keep the machines fed I guess. Well done mate, glad you are going from strength to strength. It was your videos that taught me sketchup years ago, so I’ll be forever grateful for that. Using sketchup as allowed me to take on far more complex builds that I did before when I was trying to work out the method of construction in my head.
😍 nice looking display/bookcase, that just works ! asymmetry in symmetry
I'm glad you think so, I put a lot of thought into this type of design - lining up grid lines, repeating 'motif' shapes, sometimes thinking in terms of rotational symmetry
Superb quality build, as ever.
This project was very nicely done!
Thank you
🏆 Kudos to the superb workmanship and I love the fact you share your full workflow which is the icing on the cake👏🏽 more power to you sir 👊🏽
Thank you 🙏
That hardwear looks like a game changer! Lovely job Alastair 👍
It really is!
Nice job. Lamello makes a big difference!
Brilliant stuff big man.
Glad you liked it!
Great to see another video!!
Hello again Sam! I hope you’re well
@@Alastair_Freebird yes thank you and you too!
Fire thumbnail! Man, what a build to boot.
Thanks!
Quality Build!
Lamello for the win 💪🏽
👍 why did you secure the blocks to the ceiling as well as the carcus for the top filler strip to sit against?
To avoid cracking that can result from things settling over time
Nice job…
I like those little black things that you use for putting the uprights together.. where can they be got…& what are they called…?
Hi Paul they are Tenso fittings from Lamello, they require the ‘Zeta P2’ cutting machine - pricey but a game changer for this type of work where you need hidden fixings
Hi… are you still doing the angle 📐 gig for putting units/bookshelves together..? (At the Black Friday deal)..?
@@paulmccabe9117 hi Paul we do still sell the 3D Assembly Square and there may be other variations coming in the next few months www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1228246913/the-freebird-3d-assembly-square
Great well crafted UA-cam content. Hardly surprising as your architect background is reflected in the furniture builds too. Very interested in the training insight as I was looking for a successor for my current business. If I emailed, do you have time to reply?
Yes! I also really like Whatsapp messaging, as I find it very easy to send a quick voice reply, whereas I easily get bogged down in emails. You could message me initially via @alastair_freebird on instagram (because I don't think it's wise I share my email or number directly on here)
Why use lamello cabineo in places where screw won't be visible? You can also prepare holes on cnc for screws. And you leave bottom plate without fixing?
on long lengths we alternate cabineos with holes for self tapping screws as you suggest. But for small parts like the lower strips they would be too likely to split when driving in the screws even if using pre drilled confirmats. And in general I like the self-locating nature of the cabineo joint, the strength of the pull and the speed of assembly
@@Alastair_Freebird that it is surely a cleaner and easier way, but in my country 500 pieces turns out to be around 180€, whenever the time comes to pay, I decide on screws 🙃
@@RM-uw4qt That does make sense!
Have you used 18mm for the whole unit?
22mm for shelves
Lovely video, would you use the Integrato feet on carpet as well or do you have a different technique for carpet?
I always cut away the carpet under the unit so the feet are on solid material to avoid difficulties with levelling, or compression over time causing caulk joints to crack
Where’s the little bird on the reveal shot 😢
Oh yeah! I'm sure there was one somewhere...
Was the crown molding scribe as shitting as it looked?
The backer piece to receive the ceiling coving was not fitted tight to the ceiling since it didn't need to be because it would be covered. Over here it's rare to see wooden crown moulding - this was a lightweight cove fitted with adhesive and joint filler to meet the existing plaster coving.
@@Alastair_Freebird ahh ok