How To Make Beautiful Wooden Bar Clamps for Woodworking

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  • Опубліковано 27 лис 2024
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  • @JohnHeisz
    @JohnHeisz  6 років тому +29

    Plans: ibuildit.ca/plans/wooden-bar-clamp/
    Project build article:
    ibuildit.ca/projects/make-wooden-bar-clamp/
    Ways you can help support this channel:
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    Project plans for sale: ibuildit.ca/plans/
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    ua-cam.com/users/IBuildIt
    My home reno channel:
    ua-cam.com/users/IBuildItHome
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    ua-cam.com/users/IBuildItScrapBin
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    • @stephanostsantilas3111
      @stephanostsantilas3111 6 років тому

      John Heisz - I Build It _

    • @patsox2004
      @patsox2004 6 років тому

      "specialized sanding stick" lol, who says you don't have a sense of humor

    • @hothlepoya1864
      @hothlepoya1864 6 років тому

      Would you sell a set of these?

    • @syarkawi7883
      @syarkawi7883 5 років тому

      @@patsox2004 deres dr td pagi hari serserssvx''ssersdsf

    • @DustyC75080
      @DustyC75080 4 роки тому

      Any for sale? Lol. Superb savvy methods, techniques. Tks.

  • @MRrwmac
    @MRrwmac 6 років тому +32

    Like how you began the video by showing viewers the most typical use of long bar clamps for us woodworkers! They don’t need to be extremely strong for a glue up of panels nor for 95% of any other woodworking application they may be used for.
    These clamps seem to be your best design and are much easier to build. You are always trying to help your audience understand so that we can “build it” easily ourselves. Thanks, it’s appreciated!

  • @coreygrua3271
    @coreygrua3271 6 років тому

    Matter of fact, practical, ingenious, and beautiful. Heisz makes a good safety point about his “comfort” with his table saw. Finally, one can never have too many clamps!

  • @MattKnowsThat
    @MattKnowsThat 6 років тому +20

    Thank you John. Nicely done. I just bought the plans even though I'm advanced enough in my woodworking journey that I could make them by just watching this video. I bought them because I've been watching your videos for many years now and appreciate you keeping it real and honest. I have some UA-cam content myself, and I know it's often a thankless job. So here's my $8 and a thumbs up for a Thank You.

  • @craigmonteforte1478
    @craigmonteforte1478 6 років тому +1

    Hey John i think these are the nicest diy bar clamps on UA-cam one of my biggest reasons for the comment is they simply do not look homemade but look like something that may have been commercially available to Woodworking professionals in the past thanks for another great design and a good video on the build i enjoy the details you show and the advice/comments you offer in them

  • @michaelm748
    @michaelm748 6 років тому +1

    These clamps are wonderful John. Your instruction is clear and precise and all the additional jigs and tit bits of knowledge are so helpful for the novice like me. Greatly appreciated

  • @michaelwhinnery164
    @michaelwhinnery164 6 років тому

    They look so simple in the photograph, but then when you break it down step by step . all of the work you put in the building these things, not to mention the video production very well done. thank you John.

  • @SuperJamster1
    @SuperJamster1 6 років тому +6

    John, I've watched most of your videos over the years. Very impressive and I love your no nonsense approach. I just wanted to thank you for taking the time to make these plans and provide us with them. Very ingenious. Thanks so much for the effort and time you spent.

    • @middleagedpunk8923
      @middleagedpunk8923 Рік тому

      Couldn't agree more with your comment - superb quality not only of the product but also the really lovely production of the video - that was like watching a 15 minute movie, manna from heaven when you're into this kind of thing! Thank you.

  • @construction-productscemen4935
    @construction-productscemen4935 6 років тому +36

    Absolute wealth of techniques in this video for any project.

  • @jeucedahn
    @jeucedahn 6 років тому +1

    Hello John, it’s hard to explain how much people like you help others sharing your knowledge and experience, they are such a nice clamps looks amazing and sure works as intended.
    Thanks man for sharing!

  • @jakematic
    @jakematic 6 років тому +11

    Absolute wealth of techniques in this video for _any_ project. Thanks John!

  • @docp62
    @docp62 6 років тому

    Hat Trick
    Great design, Great Build, Great video.
    There are a LOT of bar-clamp builds on UA-cam and this is the best yet.

  • @ScottBelleriWorkshop
    @ScottBelleriWorkshop 6 років тому +3

    Thanks for making this project using the best material and methods available. I think a lot of us appreciate seeing some next-level stuff, whether to learn a concept or use it as a practical tutorial. Also, awesome notch-cutting jig.

  • @nil2k
    @nil2k 6 років тому +15

    Maybe it's just me, but I really like that you show your saw getting stuck in hard wood just like the rest of us instead of editing those bits out and making it look like everything always goes perfectly.

    • @cliffordreaves
      @cliffordreaves 6 років тому

      Nathan Laredo same here! I've always thought it was just me lol

    • @jensdavidsen4557
      @jensdavidsen4557 6 років тому +2

      I must have one helluva table saw...that part shocked me. I've got an 80s vintage Delta/Rockwell Model 10 Contractor's Saw with a Forrest 48T full kerf blade and cherry, maple, oak...butter...all cuts pretty consistently. Now two weeks ago when the blade and fence were way out of alignment resulting in the back end of the blade pinching the work against the fence...yeah...there was some struggle there...but now that the blade and fence are parallel to the table mitre slots to within 0.0015"... it's a gem. I've also gotta point out that my heart stopped a couple times when I saw the workpiece start to climb up the back of the blade...yikes!

    • @tonyennis3008
      @tonyennis3008 5 років тому

      The piece of wood was twisted.

    • @michaeljgraff
      @michaeljgraff 5 років тому +1

      @@jensdavidsen4557 i honestly think its the blade he is using. I was helping my younger brother do some trim for a baot he is building and his saw has almost no power. We put his 6 inch small kerf blad on and had none of the binging issues that we where having with the big blade. thats why you see the burn marks. "work blades seem to rip though everything with no damage to the blade but seem to have more issues with bnding and upkick like that.

    • @mukwevhophathutshedzo1646
      @mukwevhophathutshedzo1646 Рік тому

      😀🤣🤣

  • @PaskMakes
    @PaskMakes 6 років тому +17

    They look top notch John, both in functionality and looks! :)

  • @timothywatson9617
    @timothywatson9617 5 років тому +1

    I'm a wood worker my self I love your work I build guitars my self I made a lot of my own tools to I think u are one of the best keep up the good work

  • @mmazuma
    @mmazuma 2 роки тому

    you're a woodworking savant. Nutty wonderful creativity! Kind of like a jazz musician riffing. Awesome.

  • @josephadams5993
    @josephadams5993 6 років тому +8

    Look really nice. Saving this to my favorites. Never too many clamps.

  • @michaelmills4927
    @michaelmills4927 4 роки тому

    I love your sarcasm and the details you give. I have subscribed.

  • @donaldmackay6749
    @donaldmackay6749 6 років тому +1

    Hi John, Super job and very well described. Thank you for the time and effort you put into making these videos. Indeed you can never have enough clamps and this tutorial will save big bucks over buying a factory bar clamp. Awesome indeed.

  • @thecowconspiracy1587
    @thecowconspiracy1587 6 років тому

    Great video! In a shop where hundreds of clamps are needed this is a great solution

  • @randytouchtone4649
    @randytouchtone4649 6 років тому

    I really like your vidios, some people will always piss and moan about things, don't let it get to you. I appreciate your talent and skill. Thank you , you have helped me become a better woodworker

  • @jpetty921
    @jpetty921 6 років тому

    I've watched this three or four times now, and I'm still just taken back about how beautiful a wood clamp can be! :) I appreciate the amount of attention and detail you put into your plans and your videos, especially for us novices out here. I've built your large k-body clamps and use them all the time. I can't wait to make these some day. My "woodshop" (haha - garage) is starting to like like it's Heisz designed. Wait, if you saw my shop you'd be insulted that I said that - so never mind :D Also, just made your table saw fence - amazing. Thanks, John!

  • @craigmonteforte1478
    @craigmonteforte1478 4 роки тому

    i’m going to say these are the nicest homemade Bar Clamps on You Tube John, Thanks for sharing the brilliant design

  • @WoodesosGuitarMods
    @WoodesosGuitarMods 6 років тому

    You're like a good comedian, who's act has evolved over time. The subtext in this video is superb;-)

  • @ipkandskill
    @ipkandskill 6 років тому

    Just started watching this channel after I saw one of his other projects. I didn't read the title, the video starts and I'm like those are really nice clamps. Then he makes them, awesome.

  • @nunosantiago5472
    @nunosantiago5472 6 років тому

    Beautiful work indeed.They are a joy to behold.Being a practical person myself I always make my special clamps out of steel. Not as satisfying but very strong , effective and quick to make.

  • @connectedlocally1868
    @connectedlocally1868 6 років тому +1

    I been watching your channels for a long time and just got these plans because heck its Christmas and you've been doing great work. I know it's not much, but thanks for the channel both knowledge and entertainment.

  • @sapelesteve
    @sapelesteve 6 років тому

    Just amazingly freaking awesome! Best clamps that I have seen made on YT by anyone. Great work John..........

  • @johneberhardt6101
    @johneberhardt6101 5 років тому

    Very nice clamps, awesome informative and well done video, and no stupid music! Thank you!!!

  • @jimmytate7587
    @jimmytate7587 6 років тому

    good to see you have figured the advantage of a piece of mdf covered with melamine in the bottom of the thickness planer. I have used this method for many years and find it not only decreases friction but it almost eliminates snipe. 1/4" melamine covered mdf also makes a nice top for the table saw when the insert is not perfect or you need a zero clearance insert.

  • @rawr2u190
    @rawr2u190 Рік тому

    Nice, I love clamp builds. This one looks really good.

  • @rockywr
    @rockywr 6 років тому

    I love to see creativity and the way you've made all your vices I think is just great.

  • @chickenguru4
    @chickenguru4 6 років тому

    I'm sure these will last you many years. They look great also. Well done

  • @joelwatts9042
    @joelwatts9042 6 років тому

    Thanks John, these look like the best clamps ever. Just ordered a set of plans.

  • @charlesroberts7557
    @charlesroberts7557 5 років тому +2

    I love how you simplified everything

  • @connectedlocally1868
    @connectedlocally1868 5 років тому

    1 year ago, bought these plans today. Great way to improve some skills making quick jigs. Thanks John

  • @pemtax557
    @pemtax557 2 роки тому

    Excellent design, clever process and wonderful results. Truly an impressive video!

  • @joelmanalangvlogs8971
    @joelmanalangvlogs8971 3 роки тому +1

    Mr john ilike your video and ilove woodworking

  • @tonyb2760
    @tonyb2760 6 років тому

    Those are some good looking clamps. I like the design.

  • @Benwinch07
    @Benwinch07 6 років тому +1

    Your best iteration yet!! These look super gorgeous, John, well done!

  • @jameshaines789
    @jameshaines789 6 років тому

    Great build,
    Sharp look...
    great functionality,..
    two thumbs up!
    Your primary shop teacher must be so proud.
    the pupil has become the master!!!
    I enjoy watching your talent displayed.
    Thank You.
    IJN

  • @AndysHolzkiste
    @AndysHolzkiste 6 років тому

    A beautiful project and a first - class timber work. Greetings from Andy from Germany

  • @drjohn148
    @drjohn148 6 років тому

    Very nice idea, John. I will make some. Many thanks for making the plans available.

  • @billcoley8520
    @billcoley8520 3 роки тому

    Those are sweet clamps. I have found out that putting glue on both sides work so much better for me.

  • @theothermarshal
    @theothermarshal 6 років тому

    Excellent... the router jig alone is brilliant. Thanks!

  • @RobinCoomans
    @RobinCoomans 6 років тому

    Wow! The title isn't even a little bit "clickbaity" these clamps really are amazing! Not that I'm actually surprised by that fact :D

  • @Cameron2874
    @Cameron2874 6 років тому

    Very nice indeed. Working on getting another workshop so I can get creative again. Thanks for the inspiration

  • @MrShanghai34
    @MrShanghai34 6 років тому

    If you have imagination, materials, money and power tools, you can build it. Very good looking units.

  • @kevsbuild2807
    @kevsbuild2807 6 років тому

    What a really elegant solution John

  • @bonniebarber6114
    @bonniebarber6114 6 років тому

    They turned out amazing. Very useful design.

  • @JamesBiggar
    @JamesBiggar 6 років тому +12

    Sold. Have some longer than usual turbine blades to laminate so I think I'll make a few of these instead of buying them, save a couple hundred $. Thanks for the plans!

  • @jpshaw55
    @jpshaw55 4 роки тому

    I don't think I'm to that level yet, but I'm definitely saving this as something to aspire to. Excellent video and thank you.

  • @opasworkshop8373
    @opasworkshop8373 6 років тому +1

    Awesome build John, those have to be the best-looking wooden clamps I have ever seen no joke keep up the great work my friend!

  • @bigsparky65
    @bigsparky65 3 роки тому

    Love your home made clamps, very nice technique use to build them

  • @gravelcreekfarms3850
    @gravelcreekfarms3850 6 років тому

    Really nice, one of the better clamp design and build vids I’ve seen. Thanks for all the great work

  • @tommysts1920
    @tommysts1920 6 років тому

    Glad to see you back! Hope you didn't get that dam flu like me! Wow! Thought I was a gonner. One of these days I need to make some clamps like you. You are the clamp king for sure! Please keep making us videos, as we love to hear your thoughts and watch you build.

  • @wholefoodrunner840
    @wholefoodrunner840 4 роки тому

    Very good video and clamps. Thank you very much for your time and talent!

  • @rfcilia
    @rfcilia 6 років тому

    who would give this video a thumbs down???

  • @baconsoda
    @baconsoda 6 років тому +27

    Well, those 17 minutes sure went fast! Super video John.

  • @richardshaw3094
    @richardshaw3094 6 років тому +1

    Great job. I love your videos and to watch your thought process come alive. I need to make these. Thanks for sharing

  • @dreadcat7756
    @dreadcat7756 6 років тому

    You did a really nice job on your clamps. I like your mini sled too. Thanks for sharing.

  • @DIYBuilds
    @DIYBuilds 6 років тому +4

    Those look really nice. Now clamp that piece of maple for a test!

  • @baltsosser
    @baltsosser 6 років тому

    Nice way to improvise with the temporary clamps.

  • @xylonguitars
    @xylonguitars 6 років тому +2

    such a pleasure to watch! thank you for sharing John!

  • @stixbymarkbeauchamp8391
    @stixbymarkbeauchamp8391 6 років тому

    WOW lots to take in at once! Excellent video! Love the detailed information. The clamps clamps are awesome!

  • @FishmanEricRussell
    @FishmanEricRussell 6 років тому

    Really liked all of the templates that you made

  • @createdbycay8704
    @createdbycay8704 6 років тому

    That’s a nice looking set of clamps!

  • @michaelgibson6166
    @michaelgibson6166 2 роки тому

    I feel like the project will end up glued to the clamps .

  • @josechaves8256
    @josechaves8256 5 років тому

    Congratulations, you are a genius, you have done an outstanding job!

  • @ianvicedomini2648
    @ianvicedomini2648 3 роки тому

    Very nice clamps mate. I might have a go myself at some point. Great video buddy

  • @legalldavid5586
    @legalldavid5586 5 років тому

    Wow....beautiful and clean work. Well done. Perfect job

  • @Sweepy372
    @Sweepy372 6 років тому

    Great project John. These are on my list of things to build.

  • @onecarwood
    @onecarwood 6 років тому

    Am I first? Fuckin A!i moved cross country and sold all my large tools which gives me the opportunity to use a lot of your plans. These clamps are great!

  • @buxisinbad4288
    @buxisinbad4288 6 років тому

    That Hitachi Saw is overkill brutal

  • @TheHuizenre
    @TheHuizenre 6 років тому

    Thanks John, another project to put on my list. Beautiful clamps, very well explained, super video.

  • @gurmaildhiman7827
    @gurmaildhiman7827 5 років тому

    Super technique and nice video Mr. John

  • @mdHugh
    @mdHugh 6 років тому +1

    Love your videos... I always feel like I can make anything after watching your videos. Still need to find time to make the box joint jig...
    Every time you put out a video my to do list grows larger.

  • @samueleglington2056
    @samueleglington2056 3 роки тому

    love the mini table saw sled !
    making one for mine tomorrow

  • @rynor7132
    @rynor7132 6 років тому

    Now this, is absolutely something useful. thanks for this, i am going to be making some of these

  • @garyyuh7031
    @garyyuh7031 6 років тому

    Like it when you do more precision work. You achieved your goal - they do look good! Well done!

  • @FranksDIY
    @FranksDIY 6 років тому

    Love the clamps John

  • @MikeBramm
    @MikeBramm 6 років тому

    Nice job. I like the jib you made for making the saw-tooth notches. Sure beets filing or using the band saw in your previous video.

  • @edwardmedina1236
    @edwardmedina1236 6 років тому

    Wow! Amazing. That is just superb. Thanks for sharing. I don't think I'll be making my own any time soon but man that was awesome.

  • @RoomiesGarage
    @RoomiesGarage 6 років тому +1

    Those are really good looking clamps great video again keep them coming

  • @ShanesHobbyShop
    @ShanesHobbyShop 6 років тому

    Great Job John. Thumbs up

  • @BaconSniffer578
    @BaconSniffer578 6 років тому

    Fantastic work as usual John

  • @jamesstahl
    @jamesstahl 6 років тому +1

    Very nice clamps!!!!

  • @cobberpete1
    @cobberpete1 6 років тому +19

    Nice looking clamps and great work with the Jigs. A question John. With the bars being wood, have you considered glue squeeze out and either sticking to the work piece, and or the glue soaking into the notches and reducing the effectiveness Sorry I don't mean to be negative. Love your work / videos

    • @JohnHeisz
      @JohnHeisz  6 років тому +26

      Coating with poly helps. Also a coat of paste wax will add even more protection.

    • @UnarmedZombie
      @UnarmedZombie 6 років тому +10

      Thanks for answering this. I had the same question. These clamps are awesome!

    • @danbob1650
      @danbob1650 6 років тому

      My thoughts is just fine sanding n wax buff finish

  • @Lee-qp6gf
    @Lee-qp6gf 6 років тому

    besides the clamps ingenious the notch cutting just as good.

  • @flyingpictures1100
    @flyingpictures1100 6 років тому

    I watched it to the end and now I am going out to buy some clamps, back in a minute. Although I did subscribe because you know your stuff and you have a ton of tricks thanks.

  • @TheGeekPub
    @TheGeekPub 6 років тому +28

    How do you keep the wood clamps from sticking to the wood project during glue-up? ;-)

    • @JohnHeisz
      @JohnHeisz  6 років тому +65

      The trick is to only build projects that have a clamp or two as part of the design, then just leave these in there.
      :)

    • @hotrodhog2170
      @hotrodhog2170 6 років тому +4

      You can use clear packing tape or plastic wrap I guess.

    • @hotrodhog2170
      @hotrodhog2170 6 років тому +5

      I read farther down in the comments +TheGeekPub and he says paste wax is your friend

    • @jimmytate7587
      @jimmytate7587 6 років тому +2

      pledge spray furniture polish works well, or just rub them with a candle.

    • @Wesssssst
      @Wesssssst 6 років тому +4

      Wax paper seems to work the best for me

  • @EvanDunville
    @EvanDunville 6 років тому

    Those look great John! I like the design.

  • @Jan-S-Simonsen
    @Jan-S-Simonsen 6 років тому

    Excellent! Very practical and very pretty too.

  • @MrBubbajohnson1
    @MrBubbajohnson1 6 років тому

    Great project John, now maybe a clamp rack video?

  • @burkerow
    @burkerow 6 років тому

    My first career I was a steel fabricator/welder. I cut miles of aluminum with just a standard circular saw with a carbide blade. Never had any problems with that. Of course it would be smart to wear a face shield because sometimes with heavy use a carbide tooth would come off the blade.

  • @minutemark
    @minutemark 6 років тому

    Works of art! Nicely done!

  • @markgoode4109
    @markgoode4109 6 років тому

    These look great. Nice clear explanation in the video as well. Thanks for sharing. Best wishes.

  • @markgrevatt4867
    @markgrevatt4867 6 років тому

    WOW love those clamps very impressive

  • @bellevuesnekkeri
    @bellevuesnekkeri 6 років тому +11

    That is one great clamp design John, I really like it.They look great and I bet they are working just as good. And btw....love the automatic preparation of the next dab of PU glue at 7:29

    • @JohnHeisz
      @JohnHeisz  6 років тому +4

      It pumps out nearly as fast as I can use it :)