This is such a great idea and clever too ! Can you tell me, what is the footprint under the table where no moving parts would collide? I am asking this because I might build it if it allows me to make a hole in the top and use it as a versatile portable workbench (create drop down plates with sanders, jigsaws, routers, etc...)
Superb design - I've never seen anyone that is so creative and ingenious with pivots, mechanical linkages and hinge and simple locking mechanisms as you are. Thanks for posting.
I have to say, I watch lots of content on UA-cam about woodworking, from renovations to epoxy tables, as a general site carpenter I just find it all interesting and feel that there is always an opportunity to learn something… but I watch your videos knowing that I will never personally use anything that I learn from them, they are so environment specific and based on the hobbyist world that they are not likely to include anything that I would ever benefit from, but I still watch them all because they are so impressive I can’t help myself. You a clearly do what you do for the love of it, and the things you design and build go above and beyond what us “tradesman” are capable of producing. How on earth you think up these designs and then make them into actual pieces that function properly is so impressive. Hats off to you mate. Sam
Amazing! I shudder to think how many iterations you had to go through before you arrived at a final working foldable table. Great construction techniques.
Bought the plans, built the workbench, working on the workbench already. All great! I did laminate two mdf sheets and used it for the top, for an even more solid work top, with a mitred trim around. All good. (And thanks alot for the good designs and plans that is so much beter than what the "two by four from Walmart" community would peddle!)
I have always wanted to build a portable assembly/ outfeed table but could never find one that I didn't have issues or concerns about. As usual your engineering genius has done it again. Bravo!
Great to see you seemingly pretty much recovered, you are on my A-list for bookmarks I check regularly. I think outside of being a handsome man (don't blush ;) , many of us enjoy your nice voice (and accent) too and keep a good volume when watching your smart projects. If you could dampen some of the highpitch tools a bit more, like the edgerouter (the sander and drill is not a problem) it would avoid needing to quickly reduce volume not to get that small pain for the ears. Wish you the all the best and good health down there in SA. 💪👏
Great plan. Really enjoyed everything. One thought I saw was basic caster wheel incorporated into the stable hinge, instead of screwed on to the bottom side. This would allow for narrow design possible larger wheel. The stable hinge is the pivot one and a simple Axle between the legs should allow for a cleaner esthetic.
I used to have a table very similar to that. I based my mechanism on the "TV tray" tables that are very common in the US, but built the table at a larger size. TV tray tables are generally about 24"x18", with a height around 26". I made mine 24"x48" with a finished height of 40.75"; the height match my standing workbench, which is a bit taller than most workbenches because I am 6'-3" tall. The tops of the tray tables are usually 3/4" thick butcher block, with rounded over edges, and the legs are made from very thin stock, generally about 3/4"x1". I made the top of my work table from a 24x48 sheet of white melamine from the local home center, with iron-on edging applied to make the edges look nice. I used 2x3 construction lumber for the legs. After I had the folding table for about two years I realized that I never folded it up - it was always deployed, always in use. So I replaced it with a non-folding table with the same tabletop size, on locking casters, with storage beneath. Later I added some 3/4" dog holes to the wheeled table, and still later I added some t-track for clamping and work holding. This is a TV tray table like the one I used as an example to develop my design: www.walmart.com/ip/Mainstays-Indoor-Single-Folding-XL-Oversized-Tv-Tray-Table-24-L-x-18-W-x-26-H/945862585?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=0&wl13=2577&gclsrc=aw.ds&adid=22222222277945862585_117755028669_12420145346&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=c&wl3=501107745824&wl4=pla-394283752452&wl5=9007862&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=local&wl12=945862585&veh=sem_LIA&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwsPCyBhD4ARIsAPaaRf1XDTVChQEr-h5w4c3g_ronrlwrZ_lwc_N9H3TfSeMvbZRBRq1mnGYaAshpEALw_wcB
Ciao, i tuoi progetti sono fantastici, diversi dal resto del web e che mirano in pieno a recuperare spazio nei piccoli laboratori che la maggior parte di noi abbiamo. Questo tavolo mo ha sicuramente ispirato moltissimo e credo che lo realizzerò anche io. Grazie mille ti seguo molto volentieri e non vedo l' ora venga fuori in nuovo video. Complimenti
That is what I am working around. It is perfectly designed as a work table but I need to adjust for the height of my portable saw table so that I can also use it as an outfeed table.
Awesome as always. Could definitely use this in my shop. One thing I would do is to probably use a steel pipe in the top section that you use to pull it as a cart when closed. That way I could easily use that bar to hang the unit up off the ground on some hooks when storing. I don't think the aluminum would be too good long term in that instance.
At 18:30, if you put a strategically placed piece of aluminum tube you could use the clips to hold it closed too. Would save needing those latches and make for a cleaner overall design, I think
Nice and solid, really like how you designed that mechanism to operate positively and controlled. My workshop isn't very big so interested to see the upcoming workstation. I already bought plans for the full version of your tablesaw storage stand, now just need to find time to build it! 😄
I received my plans. Super clear and concise. The only things I will change is a round over bit rather than a chamfer and will have to play with the height to serve as an outfeed table for my portable saw table. Any suggestions? I don't see that a change in height will make any difference in the plan mechanism. Is there anything I should be aware of? I'm going to love this table.
Your designs are always amazing. Question on your table saw. Your all in one bench, you had long out feed and little side to side. Now your current setup, a lot of right side space and no out feed unless you use another table. Wondering about the change and the pros/cons of both setups.
Onky recently found your channel and working my way back through your videos. Will you be doing a small workshop update, a walk around, and cover what you have kept and work works well, or you would like to updat/change! Thanks for your content
Full build plans on my plans website: thewoodworkersplans.com/product/super-space-saving-folding-workbench-plans/
This is such a great idea and clever too ! Can you tell me, what is the footprint under the table where no moving parts would collide? I am asking this because I might build it if it allows me to make a hole in the top and use it as a versatile portable workbench (create drop down plates with sanders, jigsaws, routers, etc...)
Superb design - I've never seen anyone that is so creative and ingenious with pivots, mechanical linkages and hinge and simple locking mechanisms as you are. Thanks for posting.
I have to say, I watch lots of content on UA-cam about woodworking, from renovations to epoxy tables, as a general site carpenter I just find it all interesting and feel that there is always an opportunity to learn something… but I watch your videos knowing that I will never personally use anything that I learn from them, they are so environment specific and based on the hobbyist world that they are not likely to include anything that I would ever benefit from, but I still watch them all because they are so impressive I can’t help myself. You a clearly do what you do for the love of it, and the things you design and build go above and beyond what us “tradesman” are capable of producing. How on earth you think up these designs and then make them into actual pieces that function properly is so impressive. Hats off to you mate. Sam
One of the most creative and inventive channels out there. Always fantastic work my friend! 👍👍👍
And people want to know why I'm so proud of Cape Town ingenuity, this is the man with a plan. Well done Jean. Keep up the good work
I’m always impressed by your creative solutions to making a practical project even more user friendly.
Amazing! I shudder to think how many iterations you had to go through before you arrived at a final working foldable table. Great construction techniques.
Bought the plans, built the workbench, working on the workbench already. All great!
I did laminate two mdf sheets and used it for the top, for an even more solid work top, with a mitred trim around. All good.
(And thanks alot for the good designs and plans that is so much beter than what the "two by four from Walmart" community would peddle!)
I have always wanted to build a portable assembly/ outfeed table but could never find one that I didn't have issues or concerns about. As usual your engineering genius has done it again. Bravo!
Beautiful and ingenious. Always looking for good ideas, and your channel has them! Cheers!
If you install dog-holes at the end you would also be able to install a stop and use it to pull your tool box, using the table as a cart.
One of your best projects so fare...
Frankly, that is genius. Well done!
Now that is genius. I'm definitely doing this the next off weekend.
Nou eers opgelet jy's ewehandig. Dit verduidelik baie.
Great to see you seemingly pretty much recovered, you are on my A-list for bookmarks I check regularly. I think outside of being a handsome man (don't blush ;) , many of us enjoy your nice voice (and accent) too and keep a good volume when watching your smart projects. If you could dampen some of the highpitch tools a bit more, like the edgerouter (the sander and drill is not a problem) it would avoid needing to quickly reduce volume not to get that small pain for the ears. Wish you the all the best and good health down there in SA. 💪👏
Great table, I'll be getting those plans. However, I will add two rubber knobs for when you turn it on its side, it lands on those.
I already bought the plans. I can't wait.
Super impressed with that. If I build one I will add clamping to it. Really good design.
Great plan. Really enjoyed everything. One thought I saw was basic caster wheel incorporated into the stable hinge, instead of screwed on to the bottom side. This would allow for narrow design possible larger wheel. The stable hinge is the pivot one and a simple Axle between the legs should allow for a cleaner esthetic.
Fantastic! Love how your mind works, video production and execution!!
I used to have a table very similar to that. I based my mechanism on the "TV tray" tables that are very common in the US, but built the table at a larger size.
TV tray tables are generally about 24"x18", with a height around 26". I made mine 24"x48" with a finished height of 40.75"; the height match my standing workbench, which is a bit taller than most workbenches because I am 6'-3" tall.
The tops of the tray tables are usually 3/4" thick butcher block, with rounded over edges, and the legs are made from very thin stock, generally about 3/4"x1". I made the top of my work table from a 24x48 sheet of white melamine from the local home center, with iron-on edging applied to make the edges look nice. I used 2x3 construction lumber for the legs.
After I had the folding table for about two years I realized that I never folded it up - it was always deployed, always in use. So I replaced it with a non-folding table with the same tabletop size, on locking casters, with storage beneath. Later I added some 3/4" dog holes to the wheeled table, and still later I added some t-track for clamping and work holding.
This is a TV tray table like the one I used as an example to develop my design:
www.walmart.com/ip/Mainstays-Indoor-Single-Folding-XL-Oversized-Tv-Tray-Table-24-L-x-18-W-x-26-H/945862585?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=0&wl13=2577&gclsrc=aw.ds&adid=22222222277945862585_117755028669_12420145346&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=c&wl3=501107745824&wl4=pla-394283752452&wl5=9007862&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=local&wl12=945862585&veh=sem_LIA&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwsPCyBhD4ARIsAPaaRf1XDTVChQEr-h5w4c3g_ronrlwrZ_lwc_N9H3TfSeMvbZRBRq1mnGYaAshpEALw_wcB
So well done I think your mate will be a happy customer thanks for sharing
That folding mechanism is brilliant!
This is the most compact design I've ever seen! Great job!
smooth mechanism, if for wood work i would add some holes and dogs, maybe more grip on the legs too but dam thats one lucky friend
Ciao, i tuoi progetti sono fantastici, diversi dal resto del web e che mirano in pieno a recuperare spazio nei piccoli laboratori che la maggior parte di noi abbiamo. Questo tavolo mo ha sicuramente ispirato moltissimo e credo che lo realizzerò anche io. Grazie mille ti seguo molto volentieri e non vedo l' ora venga fuori in nuovo video. Complimenti
I really like this design… I think it would work amazingly well with my sewing machines!
nice, fantastic build as always, i would be tempted to add a few more wheels though so it could double up as a dolly.
Nice build.
Solid and functional.
Your work is always unique.
Love the design! I want to see this with an adjustable height top using some ideas from your previous projects.
That is what I am working around. It is perfectly designed as a work table but I need to adjust for the height of my portable saw table so that I can also use it as an outfeed table.
Awesome as always. Could definitely use this in my shop. One thing I would do is to probably use a steel pipe in the top section that you use to pull it as a cart when closed. That way I could easily use that bar to hang the unit up off the ground on some hooks when storing. I don't think the aluminum would be too good long term in that instance.
Another great tutorial & like many others have said your mechanical mind is fantastic. Great to see you again take care. 🇦🇺
A very cool idea, may have to get those plans
Brilliant design, perfect for my really small shop.
Such a clever system, so simple and versatile. As always a great video!
Nicely done sir, I always look forward to seeing what you come up with.
As incredible as your woodworking is, I would also like to see how you come up with these ingenious ideas.
Love your builds. And always look forward to the next. Keep up the amazing work.
I absolutely love your videos sir!!! Your ideas are pure genious and amazing!!! Keep surprising us please!!!
Awesome work Jean! So functional and strong
Great Idea for a small workshop
At 18:30, if you put a strategically placed piece of aluminum tube you could use the clips to hold it closed too. Would save needing those latches and make for a cleaner overall design, I think
That's a great space saver idea I can't wait to see more amazing ideas and I really love watching it
genius idea , so well executed
Very nicely done. Great tips and well put together. Thanks for the video.
We have a chair in the UK that uses that mechanism. It's called a Deck Chair.
What a great table. Thanks for sharing this.
That is genius
Fantastic design, Jean! Really well done! 😃
Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
Simply great engineering idea.
Jy's n flippen genius. I love it. 🤩
Excellent design and mechanism.
Nice and solid, really like how you designed that mechanism to operate positively and controlled. My workshop isn't very big so interested to see the upcoming workstation. I already bought plans for the full version of your tablesaw storage stand, now just need to find time to build it! 😄
I received my plans. Super clear and concise. The only things I will change is a round over bit rather than a chamfer and will have to play with the height to serve as an outfeed table for my portable saw table. Any suggestions? I don't see that a change in height will make any difference in the plan mechanism. Is there anything I should be aware of? I'm going to love this table.
Good job Jean, good job...
A great project I would love to tackle sometime.
*esta genial muy lindo trabajo saludos*
😎😎😎😎
Very creative design! Reminds me of TV trays here in the US
Indeed, though they don't have the linkage between the 2 legs... it is also what came across my mind as soon as I saw how he started building it hehe.
That's effing awesome!!
Really ingenious design, nice work Jean !
I love your content good sir…. Well thought out and excellent explanation…. Cheers from northern Ontario Canada 👊✌️🤙👍😎🇨🇦
Amazing man, a lot of creativity in a simple design, I like a lot watching your videos
Love the design!
One of your best boet!!!
What about using linear rails and a scissor jack mechanism to create a dhop jack/lift to assist wit lifting and lower projects.
Cool design bro! I love watching all of your unique plans and ideas!! 👍
Good to see you’re back. Hope you’re feeling better?
Very nice workbench.
I just bought the plans. Thanks!
Thanks for the support!
Wow. Great project!
Nice work as usual. I am a fan of yours. Happy to see you work! Keep it up
Excellent
Excellent build and a great idea
i love these kind of genius projects :)
Your designs are always amazing.
Question on your table saw. Your all in one bench, you had long out feed and little side to side. Now your current setup, a lot of right side space and no out feed unless you use another table. Wondering about the change and the pros/cons of both setups.
Very nice my friend this is a great concept and design
looks great
Awesome project
Excellent design!!
Clever idea.
Fantastic design, as always!
Smashed it again... love this ❤
Very nice design.
great work and amazing ideas
Excellent as always 👍
Very good desighn !!!
Nice job.
Onky recently found your channel and working my way back through your videos. Will you be doing a small workshop update, a walk around, and cover what you have kept and work works well, or you would like to updat/change!
Thanks for your content
This looks like just what I need! Any idea how much the finished table weighs?
So awesome! Great work!
Awesome design and video.
Brilliant!
Very nice design!
Good Job
Awesome design as usual!
🏆Great plans! Thanks!
Ingenious
Very nice 👍👍👍
Great video. I live in Swaziland. Where do you buy your timber.
I am such a fan....but where does all your dust go? Your workshop is so clean.. even near your sander😂