Ramon Valdez Fine Furniture
Ramon Valdez Fine Furniture
  • Видео 139
  • Просмотров 1 141 841
Incredible Dust Collection on a 14" Bandsaw!
In this video, I'll show you how I made a few improvements to my old Delta 14" bandsaw. We'll start with a simple shop-made shroud that eliminates the factory dust port, add a brush to scrub the wheel whilst it's running and create a 4" dust port in the lower cover that sucks all of the saw dust and keeps your workspace much cleaner!
The Fritz/Franz jig shown at around 5:40 was made by David Bedrosian. Find him here on RUclips @Bedrosian or on Instagram @bedrosianwoodworks
The clamps I use on my slider work incredibly well, I make & sell the blocks to hold them…you can find the blocks to fit the Hammer K3 (and some other machines) here: ramonvaldezfinefurniture.com/product/hammer-k3-blocks...
Просмотров: 6 663

Видео

Grit Grip! Double Sided Sandpaper
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.21 день назад
I've been using this stuff for nearly two years now and it is awesome! They continue to improve the product...pairing quality sandpaper to their proprietary material that allows the paper to conform to curves, thumbnail profiles, round overs, etc...all without kinking. For nearly 4 decades, I've glued my sandpaper sheets back to back, but just the 220 grit that I use for sanding between lacquer...
PVC pipe for round "wooden boxes"? Yes!
Просмотров 5 тыс.28 дней назад
In this video, I'll show you how to make beautiful round boxes that never change shape! Lids that swivel open effortlessly and automagically index closed. My techniques will work for round boxes or tubes. For this process, I use paper-backed veneer...NOT raw veneer. It's about the only thing I use paper-backed veneer for...and I prefer a 10 mil. Best glue for adhering paper-backed veneer to PVC...
No more little off-cuts getting caught between your saw blade and slider!
Просмотров 1,9 тыс.Месяц назад
This video is about the huge improvement of my ZCI's over the factory issued ZCI's for the Hammer K-3 Winner sliding table saw (and several others machines). I ship these all over the world with fantastic reviews! In this video, I show how to safely cut (elongate) the kerf to accommodate the riving knife and an easy way to create the scoring blade kerf. Plus, bonus footage of simple modificatio...
The Dock Flat Pack Assembly
Просмотров 1,4 тыс.2 месяца назад
This video shows the proper way to assemble The Dock Flat Pack for both the DF500 and the XL700. Assembly is straight forward but there are a few parts that could be assembled backwards. Use plenty of glue and be sure to drill pilot holes to prevent plywood from splitting! The Dock is a cradle that holds The Festool Domino in an upright position and will help mortising smaller pieces much easie...
Teach your Festool Domino New Tricks with these Three Essential Accessories!
Просмотров 2,8 тыс.3 месяца назад
The Dock; A cradle for either DF 500 or XL 700 that enables the user to mortise small parts easily and without cumbersome clamps that could be in the way! The Dock for the Festool Domino DF500: ramonvaldezfinefurniture.com/product/the-dock-for-the-festool-domino-df500/ The Dock for the Festool Domino XL700: ramonvaldezfinefurniture.com/product/the-dock-for-the-festool-domino-xl700/ The 90° Deck...
I stole this Tapmatic! And you need one too!
Просмотров 3,3 тыс.3 месяца назад
If you tap many threads, you know how slow it can be doing it by hand. These tapping heads are incredibly fast and create clean, straight & accurate threads! Here I'm tapping 100 M12 holes in aluminum but of course, they work in steel as well. They can be pricey, but pay for themselves quickly. This is a Tapmatic brand, Procunier is another brand that I've heard is even better?! You can find th...
Better, unique clamp racks and awesome clamping tips!
Просмотров 7 тыс.4 месяца назад
I love this style of clamp racks for F-style clamps. Easy to build, they hold a ton...and in use their the best out of every style I'vs seen. Tips and tricks are included as well...like with all my videos! Bessey Clamps K3 & K4: These edge clamps are incredible! Superb one handed action, they begin to tighten immediately and grabbed extremely well. Not sponsored but you can easily find them wit...
Quick, Easy & Simple Ways to Improve Accuracy!
Просмотров 5 тыс.5 месяцев назад
Transferring measurements from a ruler or tape measure to your work piece can be one way to easily invite mis-takes! I'll show you some simple methods to eliminate or at least mitigate these chances of error. My stop blocks for the Pantorouter shown at around 18:00 ramonvaldezfinefurniture.com/product/pantorouter-stop-blocks/ Teach your Festool Domino new tricks with these accessories!: The Doc...
Oops! Woodworking mis-takes happen...let's fix em easily & quickly!
Просмотров 4,4 тыс.5 месяцев назад
Screwing up is part of being human! And fixing mistakes is a huge part of Woodworking! In this fourth part of a series...I share with you quick and easy repairs. My new 90° Deck for the Festool Domino machines (fits both the DF500 or the XL700) Now with beautiful black anodizing! ramonvaldezfinefurniture.com/product/the-deck-for-the-festool-domino-df500-or-xl700/ I love these in-line air nozzle...
An easy way to make a removable fence! And this gate doesn't need cross bracing!
Просмотров 2,7 тыс.6 месяцев назад
I made this fence removable to allow easy grass trimming! I used plastic blocks and aluminum bar for the "clips" along with stainless steel screws to make everything weather resistant. The fence was tapered to fit the sloped ground...and with NO cross bracing! I like trying new things! After five total coats of primer and paint...this thing should last a long while. Join me as I create another ...
Boxes with grain matching on all four corners? Easy!
Просмотров 3,7 тыс.6 месяцев назад
In this video, I make two boxes with grain matching on all four corners...it's super easy and fun to create! These boxes were special; one was a gift for a Secret Santa project with Shaper Origin. The other...with even more meaning. The Maple came from a tree that lived in the backyard of a special friend. They harvested the lumber and let it air dry...I was fortunate enough to get a few boards...
3/4 material? Do this to make a desk top thicker & better proportioned!
Просмотров 6 тыс.7 месяцев назад
The up-cycled Walnut was too thin and the length was too short for desk tops this size. So, I had to get a little creative. Join me as I find two solutions for utilizing the customers wood to make two matching desk tops! Spoiler alert: He loved em!! Bonus: Learn about bread board ends and how they help to keep tables flat whilst allowing for wood movement. (Remember, they can't be glued on soli...
Finished glam shots of a very unique dining table & chairs!
Просмотров 3,3 тыс.8 месяцев назад
Whew!! What a marathon this table build has been! Years of planning and massive amounts of thought, engineering and time to create a truly one-of-a-kind table and chairs for our home! My lovely lady is thrilled beyond words that we've finally reached the finish line! The best thing ever was the look on the beautiful face of my amazing DeYan! She's been waiting for over 20 years! 🤪 I want to giv...
A very unique dining room table!
Просмотров 2,1 тыс.8 месяцев назад
More fantastic progress on this unique table build! Fitting curved & pivoting drawers, adding curved edging utilizing splines and more. And as you already know in all of my videos...there is always going to be loads of tips and tricks! The Dock for the Festool Domino is a massive help in my shop. Find em on my website...here you'll find The Original Docks for the Festool Domino and other produc...
Reuleaux Table Part 1
Просмотров 3 тыс.9 месяцев назад
Reuleaux Table Part 1
Steves Jaguar
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.9 месяцев назад
Steves Jaguar
The Incomparable Shooting Board!
Просмотров 9 тыс.10 месяцев назад
The Incomparable Shooting Board!
Quick Tips Ideas #2 - Super Helpful
Просмотров 7 тыс.10 месяцев назад
Quick Tips Ideas #2 - Super Helpful
Puhfect Miters!
Просмотров 4,7 тыс.11 месяцев назад
Puhfect Miters!
Spray Finishing Part 2 Tips & Tricks
Просмотров 2,2 тыс.11 месяцев назад
Spray Finishing Part 2 Tips & Tricks
Spray Finishing Part 1 Technique
Просмотров 2,6 тыс.Год назад
Spray Finishing Part 1 Technique
Hammer K3
Просмотров 23 тыс.Год назад
Hammer K3
Quick Tips #1
Просмотров 8 тыс.Год назад
Quick Tips #1
Torsion Boxes are Awesome!
Просмотров 11 тыс.Год назад
Torsion Boxes are Awesome!
The Best Table Saw Insert!
Просмотров 3,6 тыс.Год назад
The Best Table Saw Insert!
Awesome Pantorouter Cart!
Просмотров 3,8 тыс.Год назад
Awesome Pantorouter Cart!
An Urn for Chris
Просмотров 2,2 тыс.Год назад
An Urn for Chris
Planers & Jointers...Basics, Tips & More!
Просмотров 5 тыс.Год назад
Planers & Jointers...Basics, Tips & More!
Shop Tour 2
Просмотров 3,6 тыс.Год назад
Shop Tour 2

Комментарии

  • @harrisedgar
    @harrisedgar День назад

    Hello Ramon.. I coudn't find the "5 cut method" in the link you posted. Great video BTW.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 21 час назад

      Shoot…sorry about that. Google search “five cut method”…find one that’s applicable to your situation. Some are used for sliding table saws and others for crosscut sleds. But the method is the same and helps to dial in a perfectly cutting saw. Cheers

  • @dougscott9524
    @dougscott9524 2 дня назад

    I'm also a pantorouter owner and furniture builder and have found many other ways to use the pantorouter to help with machining other things, Thank you for the project.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful День назад

      Hey Doug. Yeah…the Pantorouter is like a milling machine for wood! Thanks a ton

  • @davidbedrosian1567
    @davidbedrosian1567 4 дня назад

    Another outstanding video, Ramon!! Great idea to use the cardboard and glue gun for the mockup. I love how you tell us your thought process as you go - I'm always talking to myself as I'm working 🙂 Thanks for the mention of my Fritz and Franz jig for cutting that taper. Excellent work on improving the dust collection. Keep up the great work.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 3 дня назад

      I must get lonely and talking to myself not only helps with that, but also keeps me focused. 😁 I sometimes have good answers, but if I start arguing with myself, I know it's time to take a break!🤪 Thanks David!

  • @ApexWoodworks
    @ApexWoodworks 5 дней назад

    Ramon, how does the wet film thickness of your coats compare with that which the finish manufacturer recommends?

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 4 дня назад

      I believe they’re pretty close…why do you ask?

  • @ApexWoodworks
    @ApexWoodworks 5 дней назад

    Ramon, the thought and attention you've paid to designing and making these throatplates is most impressive. Just one thing you may wish to mention to your audience is the need for ensuring that before sawing the main and scoring blade slots, that they double-check the alignment of the two blades prior to mounting the new insert. If it's wrong beforehand, then it'll be wrong for the new insert.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 4 дня назад

      The scoring blade slot (kerf) should be wider to allow for this. Hence, the biscuit joiner. Thanks Marty

  • @Marlon-mr3vq
    @Marlon-mr3vq 5 дней назад

    😊

  • @twandieltjes1359
    @twandieltjes1359 6 дней назад

    Nice video. I saw the K3 winner last week at the dealer. I mainly use wood like oak and beech for small furniture (sidetables, dog benches etc). You say a few times, the sliding saw is mainly for sheet goods. Would I make a mistake if I buy one for my furniture?

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 5 дней назад

      That’s a great point and one I should have elaborated on a bit more. I use mine a lot when working on solid wood furniture. I prefer a 10” table saw for ripping but if I had to pick just one, it’s a slider all day long. It’s like having a cross cut sled on a smaller saw…but on steroids! Superbly accurate and extremely versatile! I should have said that they excel with sheet goods but can be used for both solid wood and sheets. Thanks

    • @twandieltjes1359
      @twandieltjes1359 5 дней назад

      @@ramonartful ok. I think you are right about ripping. Standing left of the sliding saw can be a bit more difficult for ripping and using the fence maybe

  • @GravelRat
    @GravelRat 6 дней назад

    Thanks heaps. Awesome info. I am a sanding and polishing person and never imagined such fine and creative work would involve a 4 inch belt sander.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 6 дней назад

      Great to hear! Yeah, I catch a lot of flack over belt sanders. But once you get past the learning curve, they are simply amazing and extremely versatile! Cheers

  • @duster8100
    @duster8100 8 дней назад

    I'm late to this and as nice as it is I can't justify it as I seldom use the rip fence for ripping, perhaps a couple of times a year. I looked at doing this about 6 years ago as I had all the stuff to do it using a touch screen but the way I use the saw is I rip on the slider using a Frits and Franz jig and the rip fence gets used as a bump stop only so I fitted a DRO on the rip fence head as DRO's are available for under $100 these days.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 8 дней назад

      Yeah, I get it, it’s pricey. For me, cutting hundreds of parts constantly, I calibrate the TigerFence and cut away! Your method of using a DRO is a good one. It’s not for everyone but man…I gotta tell you, I love this thing. I can cut all sorts of different sized parts quickly. Yesterday, on another high caliber build, I needed a spacer that was 3.465”. Set the TS, made the cut. It was within .002”! Anyway, thanks for watching!

  • @woodturnermark8529
    @woodturnermark8529 10 дней назад

    I love the " Eyecrometer " thanks for sharing your tips once again .

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 10 дней назад

      Ha ha…yeah. Thanks a lot for watching! Cheers

  • @p5makersplace
    @p5makersplace 11 дней назад

    Ramon - just found your channel. Good vid - i have the same saw! Delta flubbed on this aspect to otherwise a decent prodcut. Been meaing to do a shroud-dust port, etc, but i've been using a different bandsaw . After the next project is done, i'm now re-inspired to fix this problem. Well done.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 11 дней назад

      Great to hear! I made the shroud with the intention to add another dust port to it. But with the 4” down below, I was pleasantly surprised that it didn’t need it! I’m loving it. Cheers

    • @p5makersplace
      @p5makersplace 11 дней назад

      @@ramonartful yes, don't think the extra port has to be added either. love these older machines, but not to convinced that dust collection was on the engineer's top-list to incorporate. collector in the bottom wheel was the ticket. also added a small, high intensity mag lite to mine too. (see you added illumination). Easy to rotate to what-ever line of site. Keep up good vids - i subscribed.

  • @SawyerDesign
    @SawyerDesign 13 дней назад

    Nice! I’ve been meaning to move mine down. The person who modded mine put the port up at the top (maybe for flow?) but it all collects at the bottom. I like your diversion box idea.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 13 дней назад

      Diversion box! I like that name. I planned on adding a 2 1/2” port at the box but seriously….does not need it! Thanks man!

  • @Mark-jd1fr
    @Mark-jd1fr 13 дней назад

    Favorite magnet source?

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 13 дней назад

      I’ve tried a bunch and realize that not all neodymium magnets are creates equal! My only source is KJ Magnetics. No affiliation, btw. They’re just well made. Other brands crack easily. All rare earth magnets can crack but these are fantastic! Cheers

    • @Mark-jd1fr
      @Mark-jd1fr 13 дней назад

      @@ramonartful Thanks for the tip. I recommend your channel to any woodworkers I know. You should have a million subscribers. Quality is always excellent.

    • @Mark-jd1fr
      @Mark-jd1fr 13 дней назад

      Have to add another comment. Your number one tip of all time which displaces the previous number one "plastics" (line from The graduate-1967 Dustin Hoffman, Anne Bancroft etal).Your use of magnets to hold your pencil to your chest. Changed my life.Finally no more broken lead in pockets, place it anywhere you want, no look placement, use it on any shirt. Brilliant.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 12 дней назад

      @@Mark-jd1fr Ha! Thanks! I got tired of ruining my shirts...and I always had to use both hands to clip/unclip my pencils. 20 plus years ago I started using magnets for my pencils...took me a bit to dial in the size that I like. 1/8" thick x 1/2" round works. Anyway, thanks for the good words!

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 12 дней назад

      @@Mark-jd1fr That is so great to hear...thanks a lot

  • @justcruisin109
    @justcruisin109 14 дней назад

    A really clever approach - shame my model isn’t included but I’m still impressed with your manufacturing know-how. Cheers

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 14 дней назад

      Thank you…means a lot! Cheers

  • @Verstore
    @Verstore 14 дней назад

    Great video Ramon and exceptional techniques, you make it look easy lol

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 13 дней назад

      Thank you! It was a pretty straight forward process...I did use a bit of cardboard to get things right!

  • @richthomas5013
    @richthomas5013 14 дней назад

    Another great video. I’ve been working with wood for nearly 50 years with the last 35 years professionally and yet, I always get at least one little gem from your videos and I always see value in the many tips for the new guys. Really appreciate you bro.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 14 дней назад

      I love seeing comments like this! Thanks a lot and thanks for watching

  • @billystray7007
    @billystray7007 14 дней назад

    Perfect timing I have an old Jet 14" bandsaw (so old, it's blue, not white) original owner. I keep it around to compliment my 18-inch Jet ,with full intentions on making it a well dialed in machine for small blade use. (It's on my list) I hit the switch a couple days ago & one of the original tires fell right off. I guess it's time to hit Amazon for some Carter products..

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 13 дней назад

      I too, like the addition of a smaller 14" band saw to compliment a large saw. Thanks for checking out the vid!

  • @greggmiller6623
    @greggmiller6623 14 дней назад

    I also have a newer Delta 14" bandsaw with riser block that I purchased in 2002. This is a great addition. I do see one drawback though. I think the new dust cover will need to be removed if the bandsaw table needs to be tilted to the right for angled cuts. Fortunately, the lower door clip will still hold the door closed. I hope you kept the door knob, so that you can open the lower door easily for wheel access to vacuum out sawdust that the 4" port may have left behind.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 13 дней назад

      Good point about angled cuts. This is one reason that I made it with magnets....simple on/off. And since the magnets were strategically placed, I can move the table to make angled cuts and the shroud simply needs moved downwards...it still "snaps" tightly in place, even at 45°. The lower door is still easy to open by grabbing at the opening, but that is just to WOW myself to see that there isn't any dust left behind...it works that well! Thanks for watching

  • @kentlovelace4108
    @kentlovelace4108 14 дней назад

    Great project! I think I’ll try it on my 14-inch. Thanks for sharing!

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 13 дней назад

      It is a great project with excellent reward! Thanks for watching

  • @kiwdwks
    @kiwdwks 14 дней назад

    Never miss one of your videos...thanks again!

    • @t.e.1189
      @t.e.1189 14 дней назад

      Same here.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 13 дней назад

      That is great to hear and inspires me to keep making em! Much thanks

  • @alejandrocantu4652
    @alejandrocantu4652 14 дней назад

    Thanks, and good timing. I pickup 14 inch rigid bandsaw that was abused and am currently replacing the upper guides, switch, and 3/4 hp motor.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 13 дней назад

      Nice! That'll be a fun project. 14" bandsaws are so useful! thanks

  • @theancientsky
    @theancientsky 14 дней назад

    Just curious, is there a reason that you didn’t put the dust port on the back instead of the front? It seems like you might have to lean over the port and hose to make your cuts.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 13 дней назад

      Great minds think alike! Initially, that was my intention. However, the back portion is solid cast iron, which wouldn't be impossible (and a good place if created at the factory, I think) Also, there's a belt guard that would be in the way. Where it's located now is fine...the hose is left of the blade by about 7" but flexible and turns immediately...so it's well out of the way when cutting. Thanks for watching!

  • @PGore9894
    @PGore9894 14 дней назад

    Wow! Ive been waiting for this video since I purchased the same Delta new, +20 years ago. Thanks for this. Also thanks for showing how easy it is to mod the doors, etc. I thought I had to go to a machine shop or something.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 14 дней назад

      Great to hear that you liked! And yeah, pretty simple modifications that make a huge difference! I'm not sure I mentioned it in the video, but the large diameter hole saws need to be ran quite slowly and with little pressure. Cheers

    • @PGore9894
      @PGore9894 14 дней назад

      @@ramonartful Awesome great to know!!

  • @jwardcomo
    @jwardcomo 14 дней назад

    I've been watching the machinists using coolant when cutting. I've been thinking of adding compressed air on the blades to clean them and aid in dust collection.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 13 дней назад

      That could certainly work. I like to think of capturing as much dust as possible via vacuum to mitigate too much dust in the air. This 4" port did the trick here. I dig it! Anyway, thanks for checking out the vid!

  • @chrisstearns10
    @chrisstearns10 14 дней назад

    The rivets look better than tappers would have. 👍👍

    • @richthomas5013
      @richthomas5013 14 дней назад

      Yes. Hope he put some silicone or gasket material there. Seems he thought of everything else 😁

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 13 дней назад

      Funny thing...as I was editing the video, I couldn't remember as to why I didn't use screws. Probably to eliminate the sharp points sticking inside...although those could be dealt with. But I like the rivets too. Cheers

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 13 дней назад

      Ha ha...I didn't! It could use that probably. In my next life...if I remember! thanks

  • @rbyt2010
    @rbyt2010 14 дней назад

    Excellent work! I don’t understand how you managed without a 3d scanner and printer😂

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 13 дней назад

      Thanks! I would probably use those a ton! Even though I love the "hands on" process of building something. Cheers

  • @dougc78
    @dougc78 14 дней назад

    It truly is fascinating watching your mind at work. Thanks for sharing.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 14 дней назад

      I appreciate that...truly! Thanks for watching

  • @waterboy8999
    @waterboy8999 14 дней назад

    Another great video Ramon. Thanks man!

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 14 дней назад

      Hey! Thank you. Glad to hear that

  • @martyjosephson4937
    @martyjosephson4937 14 дней назад

    Nice Idea, but you have beautiful writing, were you a tech. drafter, or designer. I think both. Very nice.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 14 дней назад

      Thank you! It’s a funny thing…three of my brothers write like this…all very similar. Probably from years of reading blueprints.

  • @RDGham3028
    @RDGham3028 15 дней назад

    Nicely done! I will try your shroud idea on my 14” Grizzly. Great Video!

  • @woodturnermark8529
    @woodturnermark8529 15 дней назад

    Ramon, Balloons ?? What a great trick , You are the man !!!

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 15 дней назад

      Heh heh…I was pleased as to how well they worked! 🙏🏼

  • @davidbedrosian1567
    @davidbedrosian1567 16 дней назад

    Another amazing video, Ramon. The balloon clamping is genius and there are so many other great tips and tricks in this video. I love how you have a specific sanding sequence to maximize your efficiency and to get perfect results. I've got a list of smaller projects I want to get done and the list is now a bit longer with these PVC boxes. Thanks Ramon!!!

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 16 дней назад

      Thank you for checking out the video David!

  • @mavenfeliciano1710
    @mavenfeliciano1710 17 дней назад

    There's a client that has a dresser that needs repair. It was a wedding gift they've been having for 15 years and she would like it to last at least another five years. The frame is good. The boxes are 1/2" MDF while the fronts are solid wood with center mount slides. The sub-front (true front/box front) has dowels attaching to the solid wood and glued in place with rabbets at the ends while the sides have dadoes, and the backs have butt joints, all with a bottom groove for the bottom and everything is glued in place. One drawers side broke off at the glue joint, but I inspected the other ones and about half are starting to fail. I am considering gluing the gaps then either adding nails, staples, or screws. What do you think is best for this situation? Crown staples, 18 ga brads? She isn't worried about appearance since it will only be visible when opened. Probably won't get filled to save cost, or is it highly recommended? Also the slides on the bottoms only have a couple screws and we know MDF doesn't hold those small 1/2 or 5/8 screws, so would epoxying them to the MDF bottom be a good idea? I believe the bottom is 1/4". Most of the slides on the bottom of the boxes have come off and none slide well so they're all getting replaced. Maybe down the line the boxes could all be replaced being MDF, as the rest of the dresser is good, including the solid wood fronts. In the meantime she just wants them functional, unless you think its worth now to invest redoing the boxes entirely (which material?) then maybe I can convince her. Would need to ask her budget. Also I'm a bit worried not to under sell myself but I'm worried about the price of the repair. She may have the piece that broke off around, if not I'll need to make one side for the drawer, which I think would be the most expensive, getting the piece, cutting/milling to same size with groove and dadoe,etc. I'm still new to working independently so I estimate based on how long it takes and calculate what I want per hour to give my estimate, but not sure if that may be more or less expensive than trying to figure out market price range to fix drawers like these. And help and feedback would be appreciated. Thanks for your videos! It helped with my previous drawer job.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 17 дней назад

      This one is a bit tricky. Staples are best for holding power, 18 gauge is a good choice. If the area that came apart is clean and goes back together well, some epoxy applied sparingly would help. I’d tap all of these apart to open them and so this. In addition to the staples a light squeeze with a clamp should work. Again, sparingly with staples. Too many only weakens the area. Replacing the guides makes sense however, this doesn’t always work. Most commercially available slides need 1/2” clearance at each side. You mentioned a center slide, those usually require much less clearance. Without seeing exactly what they are, I can’t advise. Center slides in general are used on dressers because they’re cheaper, but could also be harder to find. If you do have 1/2” clearance then you have some options. Epoxy coated, 3/4 extension (bottom outside corner mount) are a good choice. Side mount, full extension, ball bearing are also good…the appeal here is the full extension. However, with both these types one would need the structure to have a way to attach the cabinet components. That can be challenging if there’s no place to anchor these. Sometimes the side walls of the dresser are too thin, for instance. If you can add support for the slides, use plywood rather than solid wood, simply because it doesn’t split. Sometimes it is easier to just make new boxes. I like Baltic Birch 12 or 15 mm. But it needs to be sanded well and finished (sprayed lacquer typically) Another option is 5/8” melamine, but here, one needs a good saw to cut this material clean on both sides (scoring blade) and the top edges need “tape”. Prefinished 1/2” is available, but the top edge still needs addressed. Of course, solid wood is great, but needs finished. If you can find the piece to glue and clamp, that could work. Use a block covered with clear tape or similar to get proper pressure and glue squeeze. Pricing: I use to charge 90 to 120 per box and 40 for repair. Sometimes that covers it and sometimes it didn’t. We repaired drawer boxes weekly. Many times the front or back was broken and we could just add another piece on the inside without disassembling. But often we would disassemble, remake a side and reassemble. Matching material was usually the problem. You’re gonna have to figure out pricing on your own since I can’t offer much without seeing the dresser. One option that was getting popular is ordering all new drawer boxes. Even with shipping this could be a good alternative, just be aware of the drawer guide size requirements and the ability to add mounting material. Dressers can be a challenge to repair because they can be more work than buying new. In general, they’re made kinda cheap. Many are built so lightweight with thin materials, that they’re hard to make strong. I’m not sure without seeing it. Perhaps, epoxy where you can with good clamping is best. Good luck!

  • @zohranbloedjes9770
    @zohranbloedjes9770 24 дня назад

    Cool stuf

  • @rodneykiemele4721
    @rodneykiemele4721 24 дня назад

    Great video, thanks a lot.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 23 дня назад

      Glad you liked. Thanks for checking it out !

  • @pctatc66
    @pctatc66 24 дня назад

    I think the Wood Whisperer has a similar product. Backside sand paper. Maybe you should get some of his and do a side to side comparison?

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 24 дня назад

      That’s a good idea. He actually offered to send me some. I love how this stuff contours to rounded surfaces, edges, etc. Cheers

  • @pmelchman
    @pmelchman 25 дней назад

    Audio…. DJI man

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 25 дней назад

      Not sure what DJI is. Poor sound? Normally, I send my audio out for enhancement but just wanted to get this info out about GritGrip. The website just launched. LMK please. Thanks

    • @pmelchman
      @pmelchman 25 дней назад

      @@ramonartfulDJI is a wireless mic. Rode also makes one. If not wireless, a lavalier mic

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 24 дня назад

      Yeah, gotcha. I typically use something like that or do VoiceOver post edit. But this was an old video that I changed from unlisted to public before I was trying to make my audio better. Thanks for letting me know.

  • @Qwiv
    @Qwiv 26 дней назад

    lol, you could have traced the pipe…..

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 26 дней назад

      Yep, you’re right. But I wanted to show how to divide a circle into six segments in case someone wanted to make a 6 segment starburst. It’s simple geometry, but useful, yeah? Cheers

  • @richthomas5013
    @richthomas5013 27 дней назад

    Great video. Lots of details. Love it.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 27 дней назад

      Great hearing that. Thanks for watching!

  • @eatdrinkwineguy
    @eatdrinkwineguy 28 дней назад

    So interesting. Would have never thought about doing this. Veneering just opens up so many possibilities.

  • @waterboy8999
    @waterboy8999 28 дней назад

    What a great video Ramon, one of your best! I love it. Before you glued up the inside I wondered what you "wood" use as a clamp, I thought a balloon might work, then the balloons came out! Fantastic, your work is second to none!

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 27 дней назад

      Thank you! Great minds think alike! 😬 thanks for checking out the vid

  • @jeremiahbullfrog9288
    @jeremiahbullfrog9288 28 дней назад

    I will forever think of balloons as "reverse vacuum bags" .. thanks for that brain worm lol

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 27 дней назад

      Ha! I remember thinking one day…how could I keep that veneer tight inside…🤔 I need a “reverse vacuum bag”. Of course! Balloons! 🎈 😆 Thanks for watching

  • @rolandkuhn9066
    @rolandkuhn9066 28 дней назад

    Dude I almost passed up this video when I saw the PVC. So glad I didn't. Kick ass project. I never would have thought to apply veneer to PVC. Will definitely be checking out your other videos.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 27 дней назад

      Awesome to hear! Thanks a ton

  • @davidsisson5976
    @davidsisson5976 28 дней назад

    What an amazing craftsman and teacher. Thank you.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 28 дней назад

      I really appreciate that…thank you!!

  • @danielmierop662
    @danielmierop662 28 дней назад

    Great Teacher! Very through steps and process. Thank You

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 28 дней назад

      So good to hear that feedback. Thanks for watching!

  • @secoroco
    @secoroco 28 дней назад

    Absohleyely outstanding work. It’s just beautiful. Great job Ramón and thanks for sharing several tips including the type of glue used. I’m wondering what material is the blue side of one of the covers 🤔. Awesome!!!

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 27 дней назад

      Thank you! I appreciate the good words! I used a dyed blue veneer…I believe it’s a bird’s eye Maple. Not sure where I got it.

  • @donnyphillipsjr8759
    @donnyphillipsjr8759 28 дней назад

    This sounds crazy, like to see you make a bad ass desktop humidor

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 27 дней назад

      I’ve always wanted to make humidors! So many ideas, so little time! 😬

  • @gregorymacneil2836
    @gregorymacneil2836 28 дней назад

    The points have no value and re non-redeemable, but having said that, I will give you a million points for the balloon trick.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 27 дней назад

      Ha ha…I love that. And thanks for the points! 😬🙏🏼

  • @t.e.1189
    @t.e.1189 28 дней назад

    I was starting to have withdrawals, you posted just in time. One of my favorite videos yet. You really are in a whole other league than others on RUclips. Thank you for sharing. Perhaps you should consider doing an in depth & comprehensive series on working with veneers from start to finish or even a writing a book on the subject. I would buy it in a heartbeat. Your attention to detail is unmatched.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 27 дней назад

      Thank you tons! This was a great surprise to wake up to! I apologize about not uploading YT vids lately…I had a rental that needed work and I got behind on everything else! I’ve been thinking about a veneer tutorial. There is a lot out there already but I have a few unique tips n tricks. Maybe one day. Thank you for the inspiration and for checking out my videos.

  • @MAVENdeNYC
    @MAVENdeNYC 28 дней назад

    These look like great hobby projects but can it be a profitable one? Accounting for all of the time and effort, it must quite expensive as a product. Do you only make them per order request or make multiple at once to be more productive?

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 28 дней назад

      That's a great concern and one that I should have touched on. You're correct...they're too time consuming to be profitable...usually. I have made these and charged between 1K - 2K and explained to the customer for that justification. But in general, I like the skills that I gain...and usually just give these away. And yes, I typically make a few at a time. Thanks for the input!

    • @MAVENdeNYC
      @MAVENdeNYC 26 дней назад

      @@ramonartful thanks for the response. I was thinking they would have to be that expensive but only current loyal clients would be your best bet in selling them. I agree they seem like fun to make with interesting challenges to up our game and for good time at the shop (if one has the time and a shop) to do these for family and friends to make as gifts for those special people that will appreciate them.

    • @ramonartful
      @ramonartful 25 дней назад

      @MAVENdeNYC Once you're familiar with the process, they can be created fairly quickly. Burls are best for production...of course, marquetry added to the top is going to be the slowest, but perhaps the most rewarding. Thanks again