How to make a push block. Essential woodworking jig and shop project.
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- čas přidán 7. 06. 2024
- When using a tablesaw, use a push block to control the wood and keep your fingers safe. In this video, I'll show you how to make this super simple push block (and push stick) with a replaceable base and cleat.
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0:00 Make a push stick first
1:27 Make the handle assembly
7:15 Base and cleats
9:18 How to use the push block
11:56 Design options
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Steve should make his own microjig intro with his push block, that would be awesome
I realy miss those adds 😉
Strangely, it’s what I was expecting when the video first started. 😂😂
@@honzaburianek2317Me too
Those ads were peak WWMM
Woodworking is so plagued by over complicating things. Thank you for always keeping it simple and getting the job done!
Somehow I don't think Microjig is going to sponsor this one.
I appreciate that despite having a very suitable spindle sander to clean up those parts with, you did the job with the random orbital sander to show how to make use of limited tools, especially the ones you prescribed in your weekend woodworker course. You're dedication to newbie woodworkers like me is appreciated. We can't all build vertical bandsaws and pantorouters just yet!
Agreed
@Dan R Yes, I thought the exact same thing. Much appreciated.
Yes! Gotta be honest here, though...I'm Googling "pantorouters" now. XD
Love your videos Steve. Just started last year at 60 and you have shown me how to build a cross cut sled , push block and push stick as well as countless tips. You make things seem achievable to beginners where others confuse you. Teaching is an art in itself
Thank you! I just made my push block and a feather board…
Yay for metric values! Even after watching US woodworking films for a few years it still takes too much time in my head to do all those ⅜ conversions.
In the US, it’s becoming increasingly standard to be familiar with both USCS and metric, among people that design or build things.
While most of the world can speak at least two languages, the US is starting to become versed in two systems of units. I personally like having the flexibility to use either.
Finally unit conversions, for us Non-Americans 😎
You are fantastic, loved this video
great idea saved me 50 bucks and maybe a finger
I really appreciate the free plans. Thank you
Agree. The plans look great.
Thank you for not having a giant corporate tool sponsor and a huge production workshop, you are keeping it real for the small guy like me and yet I found your router lift table on the Woodsmith thru shop notes and I backtracked it to find you.Stay real your amount of subscribers tells me that. I live in South Florida and the lack of hardwood suppliers is very very limited. Regard’s, Mark
Now there's a helpful shop-made tool. Just needs a coat of colorful paint! :D
I have to do *something* to stuff like this too. I have a box with stencils that gets pulled out when a wooden shop tool is made.
Or spray lacquer.
Yellow!
When you drill the two holes in the cleats, you could stack them up and gang drill so that the holes are all in the same location. That way if you replace a cleat, the holes will line up with the existing holes in the 2x4.
Gang drill............sounds sexy.
@@imacracker515 Ew... no it doesn't
Good suggestion!
Glad I read the comments before posting. I was thinking the same thing!
I saw a post in a page on FB to make the spray-on template easier to remove without the glue afterwards. Put down some blue masking tape on the wood, then spray-on the glue, then the tape comes right off without the issue of the glue stuck to the wood. Thanks for the video Steve, love the channel and all your instruction!
OK Steve if they want to do it fine the blade only needs to be as high as the wood is ther been said thks again for sharing your project with us keep them coming ya got this
I made one of these last winter. I think it’s about time to replace the 2x4 base and the foot. Great design and cheap to build and maintain.
K.I.S., the more I learn about woodworking, the more I appreciate K.I.S. Good stuff Steve, thanks.
I like the reusable handle. Thnx
Thanks for the idea, after watching the video where the man was injured by the jointer, I review the technique and such videos are wery useful)
Thank you so much for this simple push block build. I knew that I was in need of one to be safe, but I didn't want to drop $50 or $60 dollars at the store. Love the simplicity and will thank you every time I keep my digits safe! I'll be making one first thing tomorrow morning 😊
looks good and simple
Oh Yay! Ive been looking forward to this video ever since you mentioned you were working on a “jig series” a few videos back. Can’t wait to see what you come up with next! 🖤
great video, thank you man
Thanks - I will make one!!!
I freaking love this dude! Whenever I have questions about anything woodworking related, when I search youtube, this dude made a video with the answers I need already.
Great. Very informative.
I don't know how I missed this series, but I love it. It's like the old you, back again.
For the push bloc, you probably got another suggestion, but I would have thought wood dowels instead of the screws. But, you are right. I keep my blade so close to the top of the wood, I would never hit them.
Thanks for the videos and the instructions.
I like it.
Steve you are a true hero! Thanks for all your time and information!
Now paint it yellow with green trim :)
You can always mark a line around the 2x4 base as a warning for the screw depth. It's easy to forget to lower your blade, like when you switch from cutting a thick board to a thin one. The "warning line" on the sides of the push block may help you remember, or at least give you peace of mind knowing you're still in the "safe zone".
That's exactly what I did
Nothing's more noble than helping people prevent harm to themselves. I salute you, sir!
Absolutely LOVE this push block idea!
I agree with you, a pushblock in conjunction with a stick is my prefered method. Thanks for posting, and thumbs up.
I drill a couple of holes near the back corners and push in some dowels. Makes it easy to change the height for thin material
Saw this early this morning... Stopped all my projects and make one like this. Started cutting some 1 3/8 strips... now I am doing it safely. THANKS.
First time viewer. Loved it!!!
I love the simplicity of this! Thanks for giving us the plans!! You rock!
Excellent plans, Steve! Thanks for including such great plans and templates! And I love that you keep things simple.
Just discovered this channel two days after getting my first table saw - brilliant!
Thanks again Steve! You’re the best.
Thanks Steve, love your projects. Thank you.
Steve, thanks for producing this (and all of your) content. I made this push block and it is a game changer for me. Greatly appreciated!
Freud recommends the blade be high enough for the tooth to clear the top of the work piece.
This allows the teeth to vent their heat out and will allow for a clean cut and longer lasting blade.
All brands I know recommend that
I'll use the height he used in the video for reference. But would there not be more time of the teeth being free of wood underneath the table surface? Thus allowing more time spent in the air for Cooling?
Freud also recommends to buy Freud blades.
I've always heard that you should set the height to the bottom of the gullet so it can clear the sawdust. There's also an argument to be made that a higher blade height makes the cut closer to perpendicular to the wood making a cleaner cut. So many opinions on this one!
@@jhersk yeah that’s what I’ve learned as well. It makes for a cleaner and safer cut. Something about less chance of kickback due to the angle of attack of the teeth.
Hey Steve. You have a great personality for making youtube woodworking videos. Keep up the good work.
Thanks!
Yet another tidbit of knowledge to make my workshop safer and affordable. Thank you for passing on all of your experience in a relatable and entertaining way, it has made me a better weekend woodworker.
Steve, you are the best!! thanks so much for making available your push block and push stick plans.
I made your push block. Thanks for keeping us safe, Steve.
Simple and safe.....thats what I like. Thanks as always Steve
Still learning carpentry . Thank you so much ! Really appriciate your videos . They are simple and easy to understand . Please make them coming 😊
Thanks for the simple
Thanks for including the metric conversions :)
Perfect, Steve. Just what I need! Thanks!
Thank you Steve!
This is exactly what type of video that drew me to you and also why I recommend you to everyone no matter what their skill level is!
One thing I did was glue some no slip material on the bottom of the push block and it helps. Got it from the dollar store and used spray glue.
Hey Steve, thanks for the video and the plans....your time and effort is appreciated.
So good I've watched it twice now! 🤗👍
omg! google suggested this channel, great stuff! so practical and doable without needing $50,000 in tools I wouldn't even know how to use
Man i cant tell you how much i love your videos, as a complete novice it helps a ton, thank you
Your videos and instruction to help aspiring woodworkers like me are much appreciated. Just finished building my first cross cut sled. On to the push block. Thanks for sharing.
Made your push block and it is wonderful. Thanks, Steve!
Great, easy and inexpensive jig. I wanted one of those safer jigs for my table saw but the price! This is nice. I built mine using a 2x4 and a gate handle I had laying around. Used 4 one inch screws. Works well. Thanks again.
According to “Stumpy Nubs” I depends on how much of your finger you are willing to lose. ⚙️
This is great, Steve...a simple push block!! Many thanks - I'll have one complete by next weekend.
So relaxing to watch.
Hi Steve. I love this simple push-block, and I love that you have included metric measurements in your video. Greetings from Norway!
Thank you!
Thanks. This is a great idea. I like the focus on keeping it simple. We can always add features later as the need arises. Great to see the clamp rack in use behind that door too. I need one of those!
This type of thing is why you are the BEST!! Keep up the good work!!!
I'm glad you did this now as I've just bought my first table saw.
simple is always best. Thanks Steve
I'm allso a K.I.S.S Fan ;)
Because of your video on building a simple sled I now have one and I love it. Also, applying pressure in 3 directions is the key to using a table saw and I TY for teaching me that. The simplified style you present in your videos has helped so many of us . TY Gonna make a push block today!
Built it. Works great. Have overwhelming desire to paint it yellow ...
Thanks Steve, I’ve been wanting to make one of these for ages. As usual, you make it simple! Thanks again, top man!
Wonderful
Just made it thank you it’s awesome , super easy steps and print outs made it a breeze! I’m sure u saved me a finger or two over the next couple years haha thanks and can’t wait for the rest of this series !!!
Excellent video Steve. I hope a lot of people use this. Thanks
Greeting from Johannesburg - South Africa - you sir are a champion and a leader amongst men. I almost went to buy a Jig when I remembered this video .... R300 for the block and R79 for the stick .... but now I can make my own from scraps ... and buy a Glue Bottle.... Thank you for the Plans
It's just a push stick. No need to over engineer. Great design making one next. Wasn't sure why you had the end offset until the end on vid makes alot of sense just flip the piece over and you've got a new stop. Thanks Keep It Simple Stupid are usually the best designs and functionality. I'm not afraid of the screws you would really have to be cutting in REAL DEEP into a push block. FANTASTIC.
I’ve made several kinds of push blocks over the years, but I really like your handle! So, your design has become my choice now.
One item that I found very useful are aluminum screws. My hardware store carries them-and I use them for jigs, etc. they will NOT harm a blade if you make a mistake.
Thanks for the content, I’m stuck in quarantine, with covid, with all my woodworking quarantine due to being in the midst of moving to a dedicated shop AND 3 car garage! I can’t wait to get my French cleats made and do some projects like this!!!!
Very simple and practical. Well done. Thank you for sharing.
I made mine last night. Only took about an hour to make both the push stick and the block. I love that it's just a piece of 2x4, and I don't have to worry that I'm cutting through a $60 Griprrrr. When it gets chewed up, just replace it with another chunk of 2x4, and you're good to go. Thanks for the plans, Steve!
Keeping it simple... is why I've watched his channel for years
good job.....I'll make two
I made one this morning. Quick and easy and the thing really does work as advertised.
Fantastic video as always. If I could like this video twice, I would. Thank you for keeping us safe and entertained.
I wish all my High School teachers were this guy.
Fantastic Steve, thanks so much.
Thanks, safety first!! Going to try your design!!
As always, simple sound advice. Thanks. I have a no frills push block that I literally spent 5 minutes making, that now desperately needs to be replaced with something better. I like your design.
I'm gonna make one! Thanks!!
Love it! Thank you!
Liked and subbed. Cheers from UK
Muy bien explicado sin rodeos. Gracias por los planos en milimetros.
Keep it simple and make one but always use one. Great video and awesome advice. Thanks
Just getting started and this will be a great help, thanks for the video!
Great video Steve. I like the simple but effective design.
Thank you!!! Really helpful