I think it's important to stay at least a little afraid of the table saw. I can't tell you how many times I've hit my finger with my random orbit sander, but I've never gotten my fingers anywhere near a saw blade. The reason is simple, I don't fear my sander, but I am pretty terrified of my saw. I can still get my work done, but MAN, am I laser focused on the task whenever I'm at the saw.

@ivanstroganov5458

8 жыл бұрын

and explain to everyone around (kids, wife, husband, etc) to not approach or talk to you while cutting at the table saw. especially if you wear hearing protection. imagine getting startled from someone walking up on you from behind and tapping you on the shoulder. a second of not being focussed at the saw blade and where your hands are can have serious consequences.

@cms123tube

7 жыл бұрын

I agree with a "little fear" of the table saw is a good thing although it could just be semantics with your preference of "respect". A little fear should make you slow down and think through your cut ... same as a with a chain saw. Safer.

@Hansssa

7 жыл бұрын

Call it "minor fear" or "respect" We probably mean the same thing. Personally, I wouldn't use the "fear" wording what so ever. The exact same mentality applies to any form of "risky" activity. I'm a mountain biker during summer and I sometimes do downhill skiing during the winter. What does this have to do with using powertools? The only times I have accidents on the bike or while skiing are during the "easy" parts of the Downhill run. Why? Because I percieve them as easy, and stop focusing. The most dangerous parts of the run is where I'm super focused. As a result I hardly ever fall or slip when the terrain gets really rough. TL;DR: It's not easier to do a mistake on the table saw, but the consequences are far greater. As a result you focus more using the table saw, and have less accidents.

@PIANOSTYLE100

7 жыл бұрын

Dave Starr Dave I was safely on the exit side when a half inch piece of ceder kicked back.. it was a six foot projectile and it went flying into a wood fence 30 foot away. thwack . RESPECT this machine.. I think it is a good policy to walk on the exit side when using the table saw.. I have been hit a few times but they have been minor. no book will tell you everything.

@happykt

5 жыл бұрын

My brother is a board certified plastic surgeon and has a speciality in hands. You don't believe how many times he's called in on or a few days after Christmas from guys chopping off all their fingers with a table or mitre saw. I just bought a table saw today and am suitably wary.

Seven years later, this video is still helping mere mortals learn new skills and stay safe at the same time. Thank you!

I got a job in a carpenter shop in my late 20’s. When the supervisor showed me around the commercial table saw he turned around to the wall behind us and pointed out the big dent in the wall had been made by a flying chunk of wood. This made a big impression on me so even four decades later, I remember this every time I fire up my home table saw.

66 y.o. retired, decided to take up woodworking. Mostly been playing with how to make cuts with my circular saw, even made a crosscut jig which came out ok. With a slightly bigger project in mind, went out and bought some boards and a home table saw. Scared to death of this thing. Feeling slightly more at ease and much better educated after watching this video. I'll watch it and your other recommended vids a thousand times and hopefully I can get started soon. Thanks Steve!

Good stuff Steve, I feel safer already.

@xanokothe

8 жыл бұрын

+frank howarth You dont even touch wood any more Frank... Everythink started after that CNC machine... haha

@mlk4343

8 жыл бұрын

+frank howarth Also, your lumber has the power run through power tools by themselves. Doesn't get any safer than that!

@KaletheQuick

8 жыл бұрын

I love your videos!

@LordThanatos666

8 жыл бұрын

+frank howarth It seemed to work well... :P

@marek_6096

6 жыл бұрын

thanks, very useful advices

Your a born teacher Steve; you have a way of teaching without preaching. I really appreciate your work and style.

@jarvismorrow6920

2 жыл бұрын

Amen, he is doing the lords work! education is a gift!

This is one of the most important videos I watched as a relatively new user (or rather, new owner) of a table saw. Thanks.

Steve, your clear directions, high energy, sense of humor, and organized approach make your videos timeless and wonderful. Thank you!

More...more...more like this please. Thx and a nice Weekend :-)

Awesome! Well explained!

Thanks so much Steve! I've learned so much from you! I just ordered a Micro Jig thanks to you!

Steve I am really feeling your videos this year already! I feel like you are in a good groove chugging along in your videos and your enthusiasm is very contagious!! I can't wait to get my first table saw (currently saving for it) and start my pallet work!

You got rid of my fear and replaced it with respect, this is one of your best videos Thank You

Steve, you're saving my life with this. I've watched other woodworking channels and I feel completely lost in the sauce. Every time I watch one I feel like I need to watch two more to fully understand the one I just watched. Not with your videos. I'm learning a ton and feeling more confident when it comes to diy projects. Don't stop making these vids!

Thank you for the great safety reminders! Shopping for my first table saw so great place to start.

Thanks for posting this Steve! I got a table saw for christmas and it has always been pretty intimidating but seeing these tips make it a bit easier to make quality cuts with it. Great video as always!

Thank you! I wish I had you as all of my professors going through school.

Just found your channel ❤️ for years I have wanted to use my husband’s table saw ( by my self) and after watching your video... I did it!!! I love it! The whole time your voice was coaching me. I am by trade a studio potter but wood working is a super new journey. I made a 8 foot patio pub table for our deck! Thank you!

@patriciaalbertson5183

2 жыл бұрын

😎 Cool!

I just bought a table say and I'm learning how to use it, Thanks for the info!!

Thank you Steve for covering this topic. I had some reservations about table saws and you helped fill in the blanks about the safety concerns and safety components of the table saw. Keep up the good work!

I've done tons of woodworking jobs at my camp the past 6 months and this summer I'm running our wood shop! Your videos have been a tremendous help! Also just used a table saw for the first time today and felt confident after watching your video!

This was so simple, concise, and practical. Thank you for making it easier and less intimidating to use a table saw!

The gripper is amazing! Really gives me confidence! I bought 3!

I knew of a few of the things you were talking about already, but took home some new ideas also. Thanks. Great video for someone starting off with their table saw.

Your channel is great. It is really easy to follow for beginners. Thank you.

Steve, thank you so incredibly much for this video. I can't tell you how important these tips were to me. The most significant one for me was always thinking, for every cut, where your hands will be throughout the cut. I was once in my uncle's shop with him. I practically had to demand eye protection and he then free-handed a cut on a 6" piece of wood on the tablesaw. So hearing you, a woodworker I respect, talk about the importance of these kinds of things is extremely reassuring.

Man you just answer a lot of my questions !! I like you vids that explain a lot of thing from beginers to experts !!! Respect from Belgium !!!!

Great video Steve, I recently bought my first table saw and the last tip was especially helpful.

I just got a table saw for xmas. and i really needed this! thanks so much!

@ducknorris9715

8 жыл бұрын

It will make things a lot easier :D

شكرا لك Thank you

Thank you so much for this very helpful video! I watched many others and yours was by far the best. You answered just about every question I had regarding the table saw. I just bought my very first one and look forward to applying the techniques you presented! Thanks again.

I just stumbled on your videos yesterday... I really enjoy your work. There's good information, good safety reminders, and some good goofball stuff at appropriate times. Thank you for making your videos!

I still remember watching that kickback video when it first came out and I have NO DESIRE to ever do something like that. That guy was SO CLOSE to losing that hand.

@michaelposey6529

5 жыл бұрын

I think he might have lost a nail tip for sure, if not a groove or two in his fingers because it sure as hell looked like those fingertips kissed that blade.

You really do have some good ideas..!

Steve, thanks for making this video! I love woodworking but the table saw has always made me a bit nervous so I've generally avoided it. This video helps with a lot of the reasons I've been nervous to use them. Thanks!

This video is so helpful. At long last I will soon be getting a table saw and this video will really help me through my projects. Thanks so much!

This is great info, thank you. I feel a little more comfortable with the table saw I have access too.

Hey Steve thanks for the safety tips! I think you are correct in saying that most injuries are from kickback. The only injury I have had was from kickback. My saw threw a big piece of wood into my face resulting in a broken jaw and 4 teeth knocked out... Anyways, you live and you learn. -Mike

@MrGrace123

6 жыл бұрын

Michael Volpe ouch ouch ouch. Hope you recovered just fine.

Thank you so much for this video! I just purchased a rigid 10 inch with a stand. I cant wait to continue watching and using your recommended tools!

Steve, thanks for all your videos. I really enjoy your no-nonsense approach to building and have utilized the info for my own building. Keep it up.

Your video is a great booster for people looking at getting into woodworking. Not many have been through courses that teach safe operation, and not many have the experience to judge for themselves. I have often wanted to start a woodworking school, might be a good business! But there is definitely a need for more than one blade! Different materials, different blade. I have blades worth $250 a piece, and blades worth $50 a piece.. depends what I'm doing. I have seen some wild table saw kickback.. as an industry professional, business owner, 12 years experience on 5hp table saws, I have seen it all. -I dodged a stick that flew through 4 layers of scrap plywood standing against the wall and took a 4 inch diameter by 1 inch deep chunk out of the concrete block wall behind it. -I've had sticks go through my pants an underwear.. nearly castrated, but all parts still in tact. -I just about lost an eye 3 weeks ago.. the headaches just finally stopped.. wear your safety glasses folks!! -I've dropped my push stick on the blade and it slapped my chest so hard it left a clear outline for over 24 hours.. -I've had full 4x8 sheets of melamine kick back so hard both my hands got sliced from the edges while I laid force into it to stall the blade. .. And those are just the significant things I can remember right now, and doesn't include what I have seen others do right in front of me.. yes i have watched body parts get eliminated, and seen people nearly killed... But you know as they say... Safety 3rd!!

@SteveRamsey

7 жыл бұрын

+Jessie Hachey I don't think new woodworkers need $250 blades. Be safe! It sounds like you've had a lot of safety incidents. Or at least a ton of bad luck! :-o

@TheWorkFromHomeBiz

7 жыл бұрын

LOL tons... Cheers!

@justcallmegod2

7 жыл бұрын

I'm a doctor, and during my time on the E and D a saw an astounding amount of table-saw accidents, almost weekly. Every time someone comes in with their fingers in a bag, they are disabled for life, and it only takes a second of being nonchalant. Last week someone sliced their palm in two from pinky to ring finger, clean off, only the thumb was left unharmed. Again, disabled for life. Be safe man, it makes all the difference.

@theodorebowers9737

7 жыл бұрын

justcallmegod2 the people you see from all those accidents must be these liberal retards don't know how to do anything but read a book and listen to people that give him bad information

@williamjackson5942

6 жыл бұрын

Nope, conservatards.

Thought I knew how to use a table saw. Guess I didn't. Great video.

Loved this segment, Steve. Definitely put to rest some of my anxieties surrounding table saws

Been watching all your table saw videos since I bought mine yesterday. They have helped so much!!

I just started wood working and finished my first project last night...best 3 hours I've had in a long time! I have to thank you for that Steve..appreciate your videos very much! As for the table saw..mine will be delivered tomorrow and to be honest I'm terrified of it before even opening the box BUT I'm watching videos like this over and over again lol

@CT99999

4 жыл бұрын

I'm in the same boat! I finished my first project last week, and I used just a hand saw (no motor). Now, I just bought a table saw for my 2nd (and all future) projects. I'm definitely scared to use it, so I'm watching a ton of videos and taking notes! Q1: have you started sawing yet? Q2: which safety resources/vids/websites are your favorites?

@ravenoustreasure7452

4 жыл бұрын

@@CT99999 Oh yeah I use it daily.. honestly if you just watch a few table saw safety videos and follow the rules you are good to go. Also, because it is so dangerous to not follow safety guidelines I put a reminder in my phone that comes up once a month to watch a table saw safety video. Don't want to get to comfortable ya know lol

Great video Steve. :)

Brilliant thanks, I've held off buying the table saw as they made me a bit nervous but your explanations of what to watch for and how to stay safe were excellent. Subbed!

This video was so helpful! I just ordered a Milwaukee table saw and I’m excited to get started in wood working and making projects. Glad I found this channel! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

Do miter saw next 👍🏽 loving the new series

@JaySybrandy

8 жыл бұрын

U have

you covered a lot of questions I i have not asked thanks

Excellent! I wish I had this video last year when I bought my first table saw. Made some rookie mistakes this video would have saved me from.

Thanks Steve, after watching about 4 hours worth of getting started table saw videos, this was by far the most concise in 8 minutes while still covering the critical safety issues around Rip vs Cross cutting.

Fantastic! Thank you for sharing! This was incredibly helpful. Please do more like this. I would love to see a hand held jig saw one next!

@SE45CX

8 жыл бұрын

Christa Beery Well according to his "for mere mortals" philosophy the jig saw might be a good one. I bet Steve isn't using the jig saw that much. More the bandsaw for those purposes. But if you have a big panel the jig saw is better.

@ChristaBeery

8 жыл бұрын

+SE45CX I'm afraid I don't understand what you mean that Steve isn't much either? What purposes do you mean? Big panel the jig saw is better? I'm completely lost to your meaning.

@SE45CX

8 жыл бұрын

+Christa Beery Sorry for my not so correct english. I made some edits to the previous post. I think because Steve has a bandsaw, he isn't using the jig saw that much because the two machines are comparable in their functionality. That with one caveat: a stationary machine like a bandsaw is more suitable for small workpieces (also providing more accuracy) and a jig saw is more suitable for large workpieces. Now most "for mere mortals" are buying a jig saw first if they start in woodworking so the jig saw is a good one in my eyes for Steve to discuss in a possible next WWMM basics video. Thanks, you're right to be more clear in my message.

@ChristaBeery

8 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for clearing all that up! I completely understand. I bought a jig saw because it seemed far less 'scary' than a bandsaw to start with, and it was less of a investment. I'd love some tips like what were given in this video for the table saw.

@trex283

8 жыл бұрын

+Christa Beery My wood working adventure began with a jig saw - I was in fourth grade!

In addition to thinking about my cuts and where my hands will be, I'll sometimes practice my cuts two or three times just to double check that my work piece won't catch on anything while making the cut. Just to reiterate on kickback: I only used a *small* stop block because I was cutting a very small piece. Despite the size of the part I was cutting I still have a healthy scar from when it flew off the table saw and struck me on my wrist. The gouge in my wrist was deep enough that if my hand had been just an inch to the right, I would've bled out before an ambulance could've arrived. I'm not saying this to scare people away, but to remind them that half measures are just as bad as not taking any precautions at all.

@CT99999

4 жыл бұрын

Oh wow, I appreciate the comment. Can you elaborate? What happened in your accident? You were using a small stop block, and you're saying that was the issue? Had you used a properly sized block, the accident would have been prevented? Sorry for your injury!

Having been a woodworker for a while, I knew all the basics you presented, but I still loved the presentation. And I think newer woodworkers will really appreciate your clear explanations. Thanks.

Do you actually say the words "Micro Jig"? Or do you just hang and cut to the promo clip? Big fan of the show, love ya!

@CraigPicton22

8 жыл бұрын

Often think the same thing

@gugughama

8 жыл бұрын

+Rick Spagna thats the joke xD he always uses the same clip

@Maxid1

8 жыл бұрын

+Daniel Milz I think he's asking if Steve says the words for timing or does he just stop talking and work it out in editing.

A viewer sent you an incra miter gauge? I gotta start making videos... Good work man.

@jeffstanley4593

8 жыл бұрын

+jon Q Ain't that the truth!

Boy oh boy! I'm so glad I watched your video. Very informative! Thanks so much!! :)

I have watched this particular video so many times, and I am always picking up on something new. So full of information and I love it. Cheers mate :)

NOTE: THERE ARE 2 SAWS you respect and it'll will BE good to you but you. highly respect and learn from some somebody. that knows what they're doing that is the table saw and the radial arm saw there are even more dangerous if you use them correctly and know what you're doing there great tools if you have fear of them that's great cause fear is common sense it tells you something is wrong or beware have somebody or take classes to learn that be safe with these two tools it's not like a circular saw , not like a drill. ,they can be dangerous. ,highly dangerous and I emphasize highly dangerous if you don't know what you're doing they're not hard to learn they're actually easy got to learn the little things like this demonstration was really great for beginners nice job

I can't imagine how many fingers you've saved with this video

Thank you very much for the great info. I've watched a few videos now on table saw safety, and I'm still learning something new each time.

Sir, you are such a great teacher. I can't wait to get my own workshop and start re-watching your videos. I learn so much already!

Hey Steve, great video and some really handy tips to help keep people safer, I think you first comment about confidence but also respect is important. I notice you didn't mention dado blade stacks... here in the UK you can't buy them and table saw arbours are too small. It also mentions, that under no circumstances are you to make dado cuts in the manual, of course these require the removal of the riving knife. What are your recommendations, other than using a router?

@bigdogrick868

8 жыл бұрын

Steve has videos up showing how to make dado's with only a single blade. One was his build of a twin size bed, he made it with half lap joints, very similar to dado's

@edwardholmes91

8 жыл бұрын

+Big Dog Rick Hi Rick, thanks. I know you can with a single blade, but this still requires removing the riving knife. I guess like with anything... as long as you exercise caution and underdstand it's at your own risk. I could be wrong, but I suspect with sheet lumber and cutting dados, as long as you stand one side of the blade and use push sticks, it's relatively safe?

@bigdogrick868

8 жыл бұрын

+Edward Holmes Usually with dado's you would be using a miter gauge, so as long as you hold the wood firmly against the gauge, it would be alright to take the riving knive off....

@TheBikerScout

8 жыл бұрын

+Edward Holmes A router with a parallel guide jig for dadoes makes a better dado anyway. Because you use the actual workpiece to set the width of cut, it's always perfect. A table saw is unnecessary, and there's a reason why the EU Safety Police don't want you doing that.

@TheBikerScout

8 жыл бұрын

+Edward Holmes A router with a parallel guide jig for dadoes makes a better dado anyway. Because you use the actual workpiece to set the width of cut, it's always perfect. A table saw is unnecessary, and there's a reason why the EU Safety Police don't want you doing that.

Hi Steve I have a table saw I would love to use more but the rip fence is awful it only goes half way down the way and moves side to side is there any chance you would make a video on building a fence preferably making it not using a table saw ?

@bananaguard5857

8 жыл бұрын

Look at Matthias wandel's homemade table saw 2 series. I'm sure you could adapt the concept.

@alext8828

8 жыл бұрын

+Banana Guard Mathias is a genius at devising all kinds of things.

Thank you, i was looking for some info to help reduce my fear level for the table saw and you video has done that. I understand the operation of the saw much better now, thank you especially for clearly explaining the reason for the techniques eg. the stop block. Much appreciated.

great techniques. just got a table saw and found this very helpful!

Excellent explanation, but there is one thing that in my opinion is wrong. There is a noticeable difference between using a crosscut and a general purpose (and ripping) blade. The way you said it could cause some confusion about the different blades and make people think, that there's no need for having a different blade than a general purpose one, which is not the case.

@pferoxtheskeeterguy

8 жыл бұрын

I have a few of all three blades, but only use the crosscut or ripping blade when I know I am going to do an excessive amount of one or the other activities. For normal day to day time in the shop a GP blade does the job because the time lost changing out blades for one or two cuts of a particular kind would kill my productivity.

@geoffb91

8 жыл бұрын

Who cares

@brh4015

8 жыл бұрын

+pferoxtheskeeterguy I always use the right blade for the job when the surface will be glued or is any sort of other finishing cut. Else I use the cheapest blade I got. No point in wearing out a proper blade for a cut where the quality doesn't matter. But then, I am neither working against the clock nor have any haste in what I'm doing since for me this is a hobby not a profession. That said, I find that a cross cutting blade (72 teeth, 250mm/10inch) leaves a better surface when only shaving, i.e. cutting less then its kerf of a piece, in a rip cut. Even in spruce there is hardly a difference to a jointed face.

What rip fence system is that? I've got an old craftsman and I really need to change the fence system

@michaelcave3520

7 жыл бұрын

RunningCorduroy Delta makes a universal fence for about $180.00 38 times better than Crafstman fence

@RunningCordoroy

7 жыл бұрын

thanks for the reply. that craftsman fence was brutal. i bought a new table saw over the holidays so the problem is "fixed".

@bhaygood7306

6 жыл бұрын

Bessemer make a excellent fence but very price an it fit old craftsman from sears contractor saw delta bought bessermer out few years ago but are available in 2017

Great stuff, Steve!! The last tip about using a stop block against the rip fence is golden! I'm very new to woodworking, and I'm slowly, but surely, getting my shop outfitted with tools and such. I also spend each evening binge watching tips and tricks videos on KZread, and your channel is always a must! Thanks so much for the great tips and succinct explanations!

Very well done! REally simplifies 7 key elements of using a table-saw...thank YOU!!!

Hello, my question to you is what's the name of your tablesaw?

@SteveRamsey

7 жыл бұрын

It's an old Porter Cable saw.

@samfischer8598

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for the fast answer.

who and why would someone dislike this video??

@toonybrain

6 жыл бұрын

The crabby kind who hate the world...

I cannot thank you enough for all of the Insight that you're giving me I am totally learning how to woodwork from your videos

These tips are so valuable! Thanks for sharing your experience.

First project for everyone with a table saw: a crosscut sledge

@richardallen4992

4 жыл бұрын

I think you're right but I always find myself making a half dozen zero clearance insert plates

@manit77

4 жыл бұрын

Cross cut sled can be dangerous if you don't know how to make one correctly

WHAT KIND OF TABLE SAW YOU HAVE?

Your presentations are so well done , and your enthusiasm is so infectious, thank you

I just absolutely love your videos. Your passionate about woodworking, very knowledgeable, and entertaining! Thank you for making all these useful videos!!!

Great video Steve. Just bought a table saw and you were my go to channel to understand how it operates. Made quite a few cuts now and still have all of my fingers!

Great video!!! Ive been researching into table saws, Ive also had a little bit of experience with them over the years but do still find them intimidating. The advice is this vid will definitely stay with me for future use. 👍

As someone new to woodworking, especially the power tool side of things, This was a great video with a lot of nice tips. Thanks for making it!!

Steve you are incredibly informative and entertaining. Thk you.

I have been watching your videos now for 3 years and I am very impressed the way you explain things. Thanks for the much needed advice that I need to learn about woodworking.

you are hands down...THE best communicator of table saw basics I have ever seen! Thanks for posting.

Very helpful. Thank you Steve! Much appreciated!

Awesome as always. Thank you for these videos.

Nice work Steve. As a beginner, I am definitely at ease with my table saw a little more. Thanks for posting the video.

Great video Steve! Love the stop block tip! Haven't had a table saw for very long and didn't know that trick. Looks much safer.

Thank you!! Just picked up my first table saw a little Dewalt. Anxious to get started safely.

I definitely will be watching this video many times in future. So useful, please keep making these basics videos!!!

Thanks Steve for the brilliant videos. My confidence to buy and use a Table Saw is growing, due to your simple and safe teaching....

This is one of the top video's that helped me gain both the courage and safety techniques that i know today while using a table saw. Thankyou so much for sharing it with us!

Loved your video. As you said at the beginning of the video, you helped me through my fear and onto respect. Thanks for taking the time to make this video an helping us out. Great Teacher. Thank you!

Best video for a beginner! Thanks and Hi from Brazil!!!

This is an excellent video. Thank you for boosting my confidence.

This is great Steve. There is a shortage of "basics" videos on KZread and I'm glad you are the one trying to fill that gap. Would be good to see more of these. Router/router table for instance

Invaluable advice, sir. Many thanks for making this basics series!

Steve, hi from Oz (Australia) Many thanks for your commitment to good education in woodworking. And keeping me alive & intact Mark

Just getting started. Super helpful Steve. Thanks.