I need to build a mitre station/workbench in my shop and you've given me some great ideas. I love your approach and commentary and the way you've explained things. We live in an old Edwardian house with a massive loft. Recently I converted it into a gym and what started off as a rough and ready build turned into what now looks like a posh barn conversion. Like your mitre station, not the way to go but it happens. Great video and I look forward to seeing what you do next. From the UK.
Nice job. I can certainly relate to the getting older vs rolling around on the floor to do stuff. Getting old means learning to work smarter not harder. Having said that, I was watching another UA-cam channel the other day making the case for the actual need of a miter saw in a woodworking shop vs the space they take up -- and they convinced me that a miter saw is really only necessary for people who install trim molding, particularly crown molding. There are numerous ways to make accurate crosscuts and mitered cuts with many other available and more useful tools. I got kind of bummed out since I just bought a DeWalt miter saw with not enough space to make practical or efficient use of it -- and I don't see much potential in ever having to need to install crown molding. So now my dilemma is to take a loss on getting rid of a brand new unused DeWalt miter saw or keeping it and trying hard to make efficient use of limited finite space for a miter station, perhaps a minimum size cabinet on wheels with folding wings? Working smarter can sometimes be more challenging than working harder. Oh well, grow old and learn.
I think that creator has a narrow view point. I don't do much trim work, but love having a quick, efficient and accurate tool ready to use without getting out a cross cut sled for the table saw or needing to remove the fence that's set up for a rip cut I'm making more of. But having said that,, every one has different needs and limitations when it comes to the tools they use in their shop.
Don’t beat yourself up I think you made some real improvements over the “carcas” method and your design is serious strong plus by not doing traditional cabinet carcas construction you left a lot of flexibility for the future great design. I really like how you did it.
I will have at least one more video and maybe two to complete this project. However it might be February before I get around to finishing it. I have a few other projects in the woodshop that need to be done first. So stick around and we'll get it all done
Looking sweet John, your a man of many talents and I learn something new with your videos many times. Thanks for sharing with us. Merry Christmas 🎄 and Happy New Year 2025
Great video, I watched till the end, just a suggestion, maybe start the video with an intro of some of the shots of the outside, I bet it's beautiful view outside your place as I can see through your windows :) some drone shots of the snow covered woods as an intro would be amazing...just a thought...
There are a few miter saw stations I recognize the basic designs from. Any specific ones a greater inspiration? I find where you’re going to be one of the most attractive. Mix of the Rockler plans, Evening Woodworker, Michael Alm, and whatever inspired those. Sometimes the variations seem in galleries for plans are the best part of popular projects like this. I built a variation of the Rockler plans and love that it is on wheels and can be placed against my garage door, which makes the shop feel more complete. The space in front of the unused garage door having a cabinet is the best.
I've noticed that as an amateur one always ends up with some design regrets after a build.🙂 Pity you did not have a window in the right spot or you could have open it when cutting longer boards, not to mention getting longer boards into the basement.😉
Thanks for your instructive video. Is the saw bench high enough for the wood to pass through on the left side? On the right side, a hatch in the wall could possibly go outside.
Yes it is, I have 9 feet on the left and 5 feet on the right which should be plenty of room. Cutting a hole in the concrete outer wall really isn't an option.
Nice! Question. At 14:52 there looks to be an attachment of sorts beneath your track. Is that some sort of adjustable spring action clamp? Kinda works like a Harbor Freight straight edge clamp?
I built a shop over a year ago and still I’m spending more time finding places for tools and making the hangers tables and shelves for them.
I need to build a mitre station/workbench in my shop and you've given me some great ideas. I love your approach and commentary and the way you've explained things. We live in an old Edwardian house with a massive loft. Recently I converted it into a gym and what started off as a rough and ready build turned into what now looks like a posh barn conversion. Like your mitre station, not the way to go but it happens. Great video and I look forward to seeing what you do next. From the UK.
I really enjoy seeing more of the woodshop, your content is always very informative and wholesome. Merry Christmas from Sweden!
Thank you, Merry Christmas
Nice job. I can certainly relate to the getting older vs rolling around on the floor to do stuff. Getting old means learning to work smarter not harder. Having said that, I was watching another UA-cam channel the other day making the case for the actual need of a miter saw in a woodworking shop vs the space they take up -- and they convinced me that a miter saw is really only necessary for people who install trim molding, particularly crown molding. There are numerous ways to make accurate crosscuts and mitered cuts with many other available and more useful tools. I got kind of bummed out since I just bought a DeWalt miter saw with not enough space to make practical or efficient use of it -- and I don't see much potential in ever having to need to install crown molding. So now my dilemma is to take a loss on getting rid of a brand new unused DeWalt miter saw or keeping it and trying hard to make efficient use of limited finite space for a miter station, perhaps a minimum size cabinet on wheels with folding wings? Working smarter can sometimes be more challenging than working harder. Oh well, grow old and learn.
I think that creator has a narrow view point. I don't do much trim work, but love having a quick, efficient and accurate tool ready to use without getting out a cross cut sled for the table saw or needing to remove the fence that's set up for a rip cut I'm making more of. But having said that,, every one has different needs and limitations when it comes to the tools they use in their shop.
17:00 Same here, John. Same here. Great build video. Thank you!
Hey @KregToolCompany this guy makes me want some of these jigs, sponsor him already!
Couldn't hurt
I never thought about buying their jigs, but I'm going to their site now! Looks like a great product! @KregToolCompany
Don’t beat yourself up I think you made some real improvements over the “carcas” method and your design is serious strong plus by not doing traditional cabinet carcas construction you left a lot of flexibility for the future great design. I really like how you did it.
Love the video. Please show a follow up on the making of the drawers.👍
I will have at least one more video and maybe two to complete this project. However it might be February before I get around to finishing it. I have a few other projects in the woodshop that need to be done first. So stick around and we'll get it all done
Love your truck and the 8’ bed!
Thanks!
I’m looking forward to the evolution of this mitre saw bench.
Nice little build video, looking forward to seeing the finished project, anytime you change the design it causes problems. Good advice on the build!
Looking sweet John, your a man of many talents and I learn something new with your videos many times. Thanks for sharing with us. Merry Christmas 🎄 and Happy New Year 2025
Merry Christmas to you as well and Happy New Year!
Great video, I watched till the end, just a suggestion, maybe start the video with an intro of some of the shots of the outside, I bet it's beautiful view outside your place as I can see through your windows :) some drone shots of the snow covered woods as an intro would be amazing...just a thought...
Thanks,I'll consider that idea
Looks great John , gave me a few ideas for my bench in my forge . Merry Christmas to you and yours
Thanks and Merry Christmas to you as well!
What an enjoyable video, thanks for sharing!
Our pleasure!
There are a few miter saw stations I recognize the basic designs from. Any specific ones a greater inspiration? I find where you’re going to be one of the most attractive. Mix of the Rockler plans, Evening Woodworker, Michael Alm, and whatever inspired those. Sometimes the variations seem in galleries for plans are the best part of popular projects like this.
I built a variation of the Rockler plans and love that it is on wheels and can be placed against my garage door, which makes the shop feel more complete. The space in front of the unused garage door having a cabinet is the best.
I've used Kreg in the past. Useful!
This is going to be a very nice addition. Well worth the time and investment. Will you be using pocket screws for the drawers?
I'm going to try some without and see how it goes. But pocket screws behind a drawer front can be a very strong drawer.
Merry Christmas John and family.
Merry Christmas to you as well!
Looks great John, going to be quite handy when completed. Thanks for sharing with us, Stay safe and Merry Christmas to you all. Fred.
Merry Christmas
Nice shop and build!
Thanks!
I've noticed that as an amateur one always ends up with some design regrets after a build.🙂
Pity you did not have a window in the right spot or you could have open it when cutting longer boards, not to mention getting longer boards into the basement.😉
I have brought some longer boards in through that window
Thanks for your instructive video. Is the saw bench high enough for the wood to pass through on the left side? On the right side, a hatch in the wall could possibly go outside.
Yes it is, I have 9 feet on the left and 5 feet on the right which should be plenty of room. Cutting a hole in the concrete outer wall really isn't an option.
Nice! Question. At 14:52 there looks to be an attachment of sorts beneath your track. Is that some sort of adjustable spring action clamp? Kinda works like a Harbor Freight straight edge clamp?
That is a hinge plate that mounts to a MFT table to use for cross cutting. I just didn't feel like setting up the table
@ very nice thank you!
"FAIRLY" expensive? $75 for a sheet of plywood...... I feel for you brother.