Building a New Woodworking Shop (Mistakes were Made)
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- čas přidán 15. 07. 2023
- You have $15,000. You want to set up or upgrade your workshop. How do you spend that money? I’ll tell you what I did and if I regret my purchases. I built a woodworking shop that required buying and setting up the entire space. I had to pick the woodworking tools I wanted, or at least the ones I thought I needed at the time. It was a lot of pressure. What tools do I need in my workshop? Are there certain woodworking tools or shop furniture that I need more than others? Which tools do I buy first? Building a new workshop can be very stressful. If you are feeling stress about which tool to buy, whether it’s one tool or a dozen tools, a lot of us understand your situation.
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I've equipped five shops during my 50+ years of woodworking. I currently have two. The observation I've made in retrospect is that no matter how many tools you have, you'll need one more for the next project. Don't stress -- tools don't cost money, they save money. Enjoy making dust and noise.
You had better say no regrets about that feisty Italian girl. I started my shop over 30 years ago and I have no regrets about what I bought. Prices were a LOT less back then. I'd like to upgrade some but at my age (74), why bother? It's served me well so far and will keep on doing it.
I was broke as hell working part-time for UPS, saved up for a little starter tool kit after my bed frame broke because it was actually cheaper to build a new one rather than buy, plus tools to do stuff. From there I started my 8-year journey to being a woodworker out of a bedroom in East L.A. with that exact Delta contractor saw and DeWalt lunchbox planer. Took a field trip to Oxnard to buy a used delta 6” jointer. Never looked back and with all the little projects I sold, paid them off. Almost a free hobby if not a side-gig if you play your cards right. This video was excellent as I also have my own regrets setting up my shop but it’s the journey that rules.
Great video, I threaten people with my wife all the time (over 42 years). Just over a year ago I bought a house with a basement and my wife asked me what we were going to do with it. I asked her if it would be okay if I used it for a new hobby (passion) and she said yes. So, I recognize the journey and some of the frustrations that you went through. Love your videos.
I am glad you had no regrets about your wife! Sounds like a great lady to have right there by your side. I went down that same rabbit hole when I started, thanks to Norm and the New Yankee Workshop. Regrets? No. But I did not need everything at once. Thanks for taking the time to share. Really appreciate it. Give the wife a hug!
All the questions I've had while watching your videos (shop related) were answered today! Think about all the many hours you spent thinking about what it would be like to have your dream shop and pat yourself on the back for the hard work and determination you put into making your dream become a reality , good job my friend!
No regrets on my 8" helical jointer. It's something I take for granted when I am working a place that has no jointer.
Buy the best tools you can with the money you have at that time.
Thanks. I think you did a good job with this video.
Excellent Video. I think it shows a lot of what people can and can't do with 15K. Just a note to others. I have watched many people build many things with a Jig Saw, Simple Table Saw, and maybe a small Miter Saw. Make money with smaller and cheaper tools first. Then upgrade to better tools as you need them.
Great video, I’m currently in saving mode to upgrade the table saw and jointer
Thank you Sir for this video. I can say i just "got into" woodworking. Did some projects for my wife and i am starting to love it. I am thinking of doing this as an extra job. Thank you again for this video and all explanations. Good tips. God bless you and good luck.
Very well thought out video. I must say, if someone is purchasing a jointer, get at least 8" helical head with a bed as long as you can get. I bought a Grizzly and love it. It's my favorite favorite tool and wish I had bought it earlier. Also, I too hired a professional electrician who put in a 100 amp so panel. I would suggest laying out the shop and plan ahead for future tools so you know where you will need 120 and 240 circuits. When you think you have enough circuits, add more. I wish I had I stalled some ceiling outlets.
As a fellow Michiganer I wanted my workshop in the basement as well. However, the house we bought came with a 1.5 car detached garage, and my wife said there was no way i was going to have a shop in the basement, LOL. I have a jobsite sawstop saw, and an old used bandsaw. Hope to upgrade my tools as i use them more, and heat the garage. It gets cold in winter here.
Great video! Love to see a maker on CZcams that didn’t get $30K worth of high end tools for free.
Interesting video, worth mentioning if your willing to get used items you could definitely have stretched the budget a lot further.
Another enjoyable video.
I have a less than $300 Wen drill press that looks exactly like the Jet Drill press for about $200 less and it has worked like a champ for 4 years. I did get a Sawstop with the support of my wife and I am so happy I did,.not only the safety aspect of it but it is a damn nice saw.
Very informative in how to work out how to build a shop within a budget, like you said at the end, the important thing is creativity (and safety, let's not forget that😂), regardless of the budget. Great video, as ever. I love the humour, and whatever you do, do NOT upset the feisty Italian woman you're married to.
I really like this style of video.