How to Build Custom Built-Ins and a Fireplace Mantel

Here is how I Build Custom Built-Ins and a Fireplace Mantel
Tip Jar... / mikefarrington

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  • @bookerdesigns7295
    @bookerdesigns72955 жыл бұрын

    Hi mike. I’m a professional cabinet maker from Brighton UK. Decided that as I work on my own most of the time I’m never learning new tricks and tips from other woodworkers so I’d start looking at utube stuff. Anyway, your channel is exactly what I hoped I’d find! Great content, clear explanations and no shit music! Plus a great sense of humour. Please keep putting out the videos. Only trouble is that I have severe workshop envy! You’d be horrified to see the old workshop space I have to work in. 👍David Booker

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you David. Always great to hear from a fellow pro. I'll have another video out soon.

  • @3amcookcom
    @3amcookcom6 жыл бұрын

    I’m going to be completely honest. I was growing tired of the same hardcore music over yet another diy miter saw station build. It was something to watch I guess. Somehow KZread recommended you channel so I checked it out. (1) I build my own stuff and I feel like I have skills yet I’m learning somewhere between a handful and a dozen extremely useful tips from every video. I can honestly say that’s never happened before. I’m usually lucky to learn 1. (2) I actually really appreciate no music. Not sure why but it completely works. (3) You explain your processes in a way I can immediately understand the benefits. Almost like I’m in your shop. Keep doing what you do.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much. I'm happy to hear you are picking up some tricks. Its been a real joy to share here on KZread, especially when I know people are finding it useful.

  • @kanedNunable

    @kanedNunable

    3 жыл бұрын

    yeah i much prefer seeing stuff made for clients than yet another jig etc with sponsored tools. mike is very professional and has every tool you can ever need, my tool envy steps up another level seeing his vids.

  • @kelp0223

    @kelp0223

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@kanedNunable yeah i have serious shop shelving and vacuum system envy. If that's a type of envy.

  • @brianjordison2910
    @brianjordison29104 жыл бұрын

    Seriously......amazing .who does a better job than Mike Farrington?.........NOOOOOBODY! Amazing work. Thanks,

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the kind words.

  • @contessa.adella
    @contessa.adella Жыл бұрын

    My God…If I could finish like this, I’d never buy another store bought furniture item. Prima Mike!

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @holeHeartless
    @holeHeartless6 жыл бұрын

    "...too many clamps? ooooor was this just the right amount of clamps?" Haha. Love your style sir. You have my allegiance.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much. Great to have you onboard.

  • @garrysmythe
    @garrysmythe5 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant video, I'm a 65 year old retired old fart, who enjoys wood working, although my tools are more basic. Your workshop is somewhere I could spend a week in just looking in awe at the equipment you have. A pleasure to watch a tradesman do his stuff, thanks so much for posting, from Garry in the UK

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much.

  • @TheOriginal_BigMac

    @TheOriginal_BigMac

    5 жыл бұрын

    Me too. A calm and organised craftsman going about their business is very soothing

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@TheOriginal_BigMac Thank you.

  • @patrickarchuleta9594

    @patrickarchuleta9594

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes thank U very much great attitude you old fart welcome to my club.

  • @brantlers
    @brantlers2 жыл бұрын

    I heard your song recommendation, Tunnel of Love, and I was like, come on, that's old hat! Everybody loves that song? And then I realized that this song could be new to a lot of folks and appreciate you sharing it. Then I put it on and jammed big time. What a, probably mostly forgotten, classic.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    2 жыл бұрын

    That really is a totally great song. One of my favorites.

  • @GrahamDIY
    @GrahamDIY6 жыл бұрын

    Came across your video by accident. I started to listen (I’m from the UK) and I thought “who’s this cocky bloke with a workshop that makes me hate him because it’s so nice I really really don’t want to like this guy!!!” But, I kept watching....and by the end, your comments started to make me laugh 😆 And to be honest, I’ll admit I learnt quite a few things. You’ve won me over. Subscribed just now 👍

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. Great to have you on board. I'm happy to hear you picked up a couple tips and that I won you over. And I know that I'm so fortunate to have the shop I do. Thank you for watching.

  • @nathanredding516
    @nathanredding5166 жыл бұрын

    Probably the best DIY voice-over voice I have ever heard. A far better way to show how to, in this case build cabinets, than the jerky explaining while doing the work. Loved it!! Thanks Mike!!

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    That is a very nice complement. Thank you.

  • @matti1111
    @matti11115 жыл бұрын

    I was Watching a lot of Jay bates and now I’ve been binge watching Mike Farrington. Videos they are amazing I love your humor in your videos

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @DAGenao
    @DAGenao4 жыл бұрын

    You're a real pro. I sent this link to my sister-in-law who is a woodworking hobbyist and asked her to subscribe to your channel. FYI, I watched your video on your dining room renovation and used your technique to install wainscoting in our kitchen nook. Although I'm just a DIY weekend warrior, my wife and I are very pleased with the end result. Thanks for sharing.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much. Always great to hear that my videos are useful.

  • @markf.4063
    @markf.40635 жыл бұрын

    You sir are a true craftsman. After seeing all the hacks on KZread (Jay Bates, that Wilkerson lady) you are a breath of fresh air. It's plain to see that your primary goal is to create a quality finished product for your customers and the videos are secondary (even though are top notch as well). To paraphrase the old adage, those that can, do. Those that can't just make hacky KZread videos.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. I try to offer a more professional take on building. Though i feel its good to have lots of different voices on KZread.

  • @periodcraftsmen
    @periodcraftsmen6 жыл бұрын

    Mike I have watched thousands of videos on you tube and this is hands down one of the best. Great work. Great shop.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Wow! Thank you very much.

  • @SableSunsets

    @SableSunsets

    4 жыл бұрын

    I love his voice!! It is so confident, calming and matter of fact and I love that while I’m learning !! He has taught me so many techniques I’m a new to woodworking and Mike has given the inspiration to never stop learning and sharpening my craft !! Thank you 🙏🏻

  • @hansangb
    @hansangb4 жыл бұрын

    @28:50 Mike, if you coil your cables that way, they will kink over time. There's an over under method that will make the cables last a lot longer. And heck of lot easier to unroll w/o kinking. Also, Tunnel of Love has that Sultans of Swing feel to it. Love Dire Straits. I listened to it so much in high school! :) Beautiful work as always.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. Dire Straits is a great band.

  • @confuzler6985
    @confuzler69854 жыл бұрын

    If 5% of contractors were this honest and dedicated to their work, the world would be a better place, and except for pure hobbyists there would be no DIYers... Thanks for sharing!

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    4 жыл бұрын

    I totally agree.

  • @gman4937
    @gman49375 жыл бұрын

    Hey Mike, thanks for a great channel. I've been in woodworking for 30 years and I appreciate watching a true professional work. It's so rare to find someone on KZread who was an expert before they started their YT channel. I know you're the real deal for two reasons: 1)I always learn a little tip or add something to my workshop shopping list when I watch one of your videos 2) Your self deprecating sense of humor. "A hack cabinetmaker such as myself." You let your work speak for itself and it speaks volumes, my friend.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much. Its great to hear you pick up a tip here and there. That is really my goal with these videos. I always find it important to never take myself too serious.

  • @jaykepley5238
    @jaykepley52386 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful work. I'm learning, and I am grateful to have the opportunity to watch you work.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, I appreciate you watching.

  • @Pete-from-Tn
    @Pete-from-Tn6 жыл бұрын

    Enjoyed the video. Nice shop, but the kid in the snow. Priceless for sure take advantage of every second of his growing up.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Pete, I couldn't agree more.

  • @stevenwarner7348
    @stevenwarner73482 жыл бұрын

    Another "most excellent" video. Thanks Mike! (It's 2022 and a friend called about her son who just bought a house. ~~~ The request is for some inexpensive book shelves. ) ~~~. I'm just talking about dado slots to hold the shelves. But a review of your work is an inspiration. Thank you so much.

  • @patrickarchuleta9594
    @patrickarchuleta9594 Жыл бұрын

    Your talent and know how is a blessing from God Almighty Don't ever forget this.Bottom line God bless you

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @GosforthHandyman
    @GosforthHandyman6 жыл бұрын

    Loving your work Mike! Greetings from across the pond in the UK! LOVING your assembly table! 👍🛠

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @GrahamDIY

    @GrahamDIY

    6 жыл бұрын

    I got to Mike’s channel from watching you (Gosforth Handyman) and 10MinuteWorkshop There are some great youtubers out there. I don’t know how you guys find the time to record, edit, narrate and then publish. But I and many others are thankful you guys do 👏👏👏

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. I just edit in my spare time, usually evenings.

  • @GrahamDIY

    @GrahamDIY

    6 жыл бұрын

    Mike Farrington where can one buy this spare time from that you talk about? Lol :) I don’t have any. I’m genuinely impressed from all of you guys on KZread. 👍

  • @smnhpkns
    @smnhpkns6 жыл бұрын

    As a weekend warrior, I have learnt so much from your channel. Thanks so much for all the hard work you put in to making thses videos. West Midlands, England

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Simon, I'm happy to hear you enjoy them and picked up a tip. Jolly England, love it! My wife lived in London for a year when we were younger.

  • @smnhpkns

    @smnhpkns

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the reply Mike, means a lot. Love London but would love to visit Canada one day. Keep up the great work.

  • @the_secret_goldfish
    @the_secret_goldfish5 жыл бұрын

    Finding this channel was literal gold. I watch other channels but none offer the insight and knowledge you do. You’ve helped me take my cabinet making to a nxt level. Thank u so much.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much. I'm happy to help.

  • @chrisherrada8646
    @chrisherrada86466 жыл бұрын

    Just finished up an interior painting project and found myself asking what to do until my next project which starts tomorrow. So I started cleaning up the shop and watched/listened to your video. Your commentary and explanation of tools and process is very entertaining. You have a very clear voice and your not too serious which I enjoy. Love your shop!

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much. I'm happy to you you enjoyed. Stay tuned for the next one.

  • @chrisherrada8646

    @chrisherrada8646

    6 жыл бұрын

    Mike Farrington will do

  • @brudon59
    @brudon596 жыл бұрын

    Nice build Mike, thanks for sharing. Appreciate the intelligent commentary minus loud music. Learned quite a bit from this one video, looking forward to more from you. Perth, West Australia

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much. I'm happy to hear you liked it....and, I have a few more videos in the works.

  • @nathanmitchell3988
    @nathanmitchell39885 жыл бұрын

    I love the techniques you use, I just started working at a cabinet shop and they do everything the fastest way possible, I like making stuff the way you do more.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    My guess is the shop you work in makes more money than me... Its all a compromise.

  • @justinhc123

    @justinhc123

    4 жыл бұрын

    I was curious about income, Mike. I just got done reading a Wood Whisperer article where Marc discusses how he no longer makes an income from woodworking for clients. It’s all from advertising and online content. Back in the day, Marc struggled to make a living from actual wood working and never really made it over the hump, so to speak. But there are those folks out there, and I thought about you. Are you the sole provider for your family via woodworking? Have you found it to be a solid means of income even though you’re producing on such a small scale?

  • @ladykenja2700
    @ladykenja27005 жыл бұрын

    - Nice end product & when I can get hold to a few hundred thousand dollars to put into my professional woodshed, yours is exactly what I dream of it being. Thanx for sharing.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, my pleasure.

  • @quickbreaks5865
    @quickbreaks58655 жыл бұрын

    First off, I love that you include your son in your videos. Next, your attention to detail is impeccable and is sadly lacking from a majority of professional carpenters these days. I agree with your feelings after delivering a piece. It’s hard to see something you put your heart into, be gone forever.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. Most guys would rather get a job done quickly as apposed to correctly.

  • @jaykepley5238
    @jaykepley52386 жыл бұрын

    I just watched this one again. I'm learning so much from you! Thanks so much.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Jay. That really means a lot. Its nice to know that my videos are worth watching.

  • @silverfox8801
    @silverfox88015 жыл бұрын

    This channel is criminally under subbed!!!!

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, that is kind to say.

  • @andycade8325
    @andycade83255 жыл бұрын

    Great video Mike. Watching an expert at work is a real education and your finished product is exceptional.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much.

  • @jamesonelam
    @jamesonelam6 жыл бұрын

    Process, process, process. It is so important for consistency and budgeting. You sir, have it down in spades. I really enjoy you walking through all the steps. Great video! 👊👍

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    So true. My process has been refined over the years to what I showed in this video, but its ever changing. Thank you for watching.

  • @GlassImpressions
    @GlassImpressions6 жыл бұрын

    First video I have watched of yours. Great walk through. Excellent finish.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. Happy to hear you enjoyed it.

  • @periodcraftsmen
    @periodcraftsmen6 жыл бұрын

    Love the Hitachi 23 gauge pin nailer.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the input. I think I'm going this route because I found a reconditioned one for very cheap.

  • @migsan03
    @migsan036 жыл бұрын

    Dude, I stumbled onto this video looking at fireplace mantels. Within a few minutes I realized this was way too in depth for what I could do. But kept watching because of the quality of the video and narration detail. I watched the entire video and the knowledge and pride in craftsmanship is incredible. Probably one of the best videos I’ve seen on KZread. Great work man!

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much. One of my goals has been to put out videos that are the best I can make with what I have. I am happy to hear that those efforts are being noticed. I appreciate you watching.

  • @matthewcalabresi504
    @matthewcalabresi5042 жыл бұрын

    I know the feeling about the end of a project. I built a very nice dice tower for a friend of mine -- it was my first "real" project with hardwoods (maple and purple heart), and as soon as it was done and finished, I packed it up and shipped it off to my friend, half a continent away. I was proud of it and of the things I learned while making it, but it was definitely a weird feeling completing a project I was never going to see again. Almost like finishing a good book for the first time.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    2 жыл бұрын

    I think thats a good insight to compare it to the end of a good book. Thank you.

  • @hotmeds
    @hotmeds4 жыл бұрын

    The “more ultimate” than your “ultimate” router table build.👍🏼😆

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    4 жыл бұрын

    Ha! The word ultimate is used too much these days.

  • @Nocturnal2010

    @Nocturnal2010

    4 жыл бұрын

    Lmao right

  • @SanderOpdam
    @SanderOpdam5 жыл бұрын

    I clicked on subscribe straight after you said “DUO DOWLERRRRR!”

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Nice! Great to have you onboard.

  • @lesliehampton5458
    @lesliehampton54584 жыл бұрын

    Not so much a woodworking shop as it is a CABINET FACTORY. Very impressive. But I like to see videos of work shops doing projects using common tools that most of us can afford to buy for our cramped little shops. Having said that, I will admit your craftsmanship is outstanding.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. My videos are simply a representation of how I build things. I fully understand your position though, that may be the thing I like most about KZread, its possible to see hundreds of people building similar projects in vastly different ways. I think this creates a very rich learning environment.

  • @patrickarchuleta9594
    @patrickarchuleta9594 Жыл бұрын

    Your work is second to none may God continue to bless you and your family great work bottom line

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    Жыл бұрын

    Much appreciated

  • @jimmyryals767
    @jimmyryals7675 жыл бұрын

    You got got your s&#t together perfect. Keep up the good work.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @ediii89
    @ediii896 жыл бұрын

    Your thumbnail should be the finished project. You would definitly get more views. That doesnt mean youre not good looking ;) Greetings from southgermany

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. I agree, I will change it soon.

  • @irenovatedmv
    @irenovatedmv2 жыл бұрын

    Man, I could watch these videos alllll day!!!!

  • @terisingleton1961
    @terisingleton19615 жыл бұрын

    Just the right amount of clamps. Love that your coffee cup rides along happily on your sliding table saw !

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Ha! I like clamps. With out the coffee, I would be able to build projects, so its must be close by.

  • @user-yf2kn1gn5b
    @user-yf2kn1gn5b6 жыл бұрын

    why even use glue when you're using screws?

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    The glue does two things. It acts as a slight filler , and it helps ensure the joint won't develop a hairline crack years down the line.

  • @user-yf2kn1gn5b

    @user-yf2kn1gn5b

    6 жыл бұрын

    it was a troll. lol. i would never use screws.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Ah, Sorry, I'm a little slow.

  • @user-yf2kn1gn5b

    @user-yf2kn1gn5b

    6 жыл бұрын

    I'm just teasing. You do beautiful work even with the pocket screws. I just don't like them

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    I'm with ya, I don't like them either, but I need to be realistic about my construction methods vs earning a living.

  • @vjaneczko
    @vjaneczko4 жыл бұрын

    What I don't appreciate about KZread is that I can only 'like' a video once. I've watched this three times over the last year or two and always want to smash that button, only to find that I've already done it. Heck, I may have already commented on this one, too. Keep up the good work and thanks for sharing your day.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    4 жыл бұрын

    Ha! Thank you very much.

  • @simonfredrick3029
    @simonfredrick30294 жыл бұрын

    You should ask your customers if you can pop back once the project has been completed to get some final photos. Beautiful work BTW. Enjoying your videos and your dry humour very much. 👍

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    4 жыл бұрын

    I do that depending on where the job is. Many times, it just too far away to make it worth the drive. Thank you.

  • @docdoctme
    @docdoctme2 жыл бұрын

    Mike, you have skills and I appreciate your explanation and calm voice. Your work is impeccable and high quality workmanship. Your little one is adorable-she's lucky! Thanks for sharing your talent.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    2 жыл бұрын

    I appreciate that!

  • @tigerdad2003
    @tigerdad20036 жыл бұрын

    I have to say my hitachi np35a has never let me down in 2 years of semi-production work. And it’s hard to beat $90. New subscriber, really like your production build style.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the recommendation. You are right the $90 is tempting.

  • @vickiefowler1429
    @vickiefowler14293 жыл бұрын

    You have a nice, soothing voice... and an awesome shop!!!

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much.

  • @yurriaantimisela8463
    @yurriaantimisela84636 жыл бұрын

    Sunday chilling in The Netherlands is watching your awesome channel! While sitting in the garden with a cigar and a beer.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    That sounds like paradise.

  • @stevewingrave5004
    @stevewingrave50043 жыл бұрын

    Forget about the project. What a work shop!

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @black99vett
    @black99vett5 жыл бұрын

    Great video! Content like this is what should be on TV instead of that over commercialized junk. I wish I would have seen this before I did my first built-in. Thanks for doing these videos it really helps us weekend warriors and hobbyist. Cute clips of your son playing in the snow. My wife is pregnant with twins, our first kids. OK time to watch the video a 2nd time.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much. Best of luck with your two!

  • @TheChrisPineWorkshop
    @TheChrisPineWorkshop4 жыл бұрын

    Turned out great! Love see the little guy at the end! They grow so very fast! Enjoy them now!

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. He is getting bigger everyday.

  • @barnygumbel5496
    @barnygumbel54964 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Mike to show us your Projekts

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. My pleasure.

  • @tomsmith6342
    @tomsmith63426 жыл бұрын

    Cadex! Cadex! Cadex! I’ve have mine for 10 years now never had an issue and I actually use it everyday. Plus the built in blow gun is such a great feature.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Cadex is on my list. They make a premium nail gun, thats for sure. Has it held up to dropping it?

  • @tomsmith6342

    @tomsmith6342

    6 жыл бұрын

    Just looked and the model is CPB 23.50. As to dropping any of them I can’t say I remember a good drop as they have the belt hook. Although I’ve had about a dozen apprentices over the years and they’ve made it though with flying colours.

  • @gregroberts875
    @gregroberts8753 жыл бұрын

    I always enjoy your build videos.. I learn so much... I’ve only been woodworking for a few years. I’m a Compounding Pharmacist during the day but I love to be in my shop every chance I get. I’ve been watching your videos for a while especially the “built-in” cabinetry ones...My daughter has asked me to do some built-ins for her and you make it look so easy. Thanks so much for inspiring me to try new things and always sharing your work... Greg

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much.

  • @Rovin6
    @Rovin65 жыл бұрын

    you sir are a modern master , i have seen some things here in under 1\2 hr that i have not in other folks videos ...

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @braxtonjahner2599
    @braxtonjahner25994 жыл бұрын

    Mike, I’ve been using a hitch I pin nailer for about 10 years and have yet to rebuild it. Now I will be honest I don’t use it anywhere close to the amount you do but for it getting used for for a couple hundred pins each time I pull it out, it still hasn’t failed once. Just keep a drop of oil in the air connection before and after use and it keeps shooting no matter how long it sits. Great videos!

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. I ended up wit ha Hitachi nailer as well. Its been great so far.

  • @stevefossum9065
    @stevefossum9065 Жыл бұрын

    You have skillz to pay your bills. Great videos!

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    Жыл бұрын

    I appreciate that!

  • @gogobot2492
    @gogobot24924 жыл бұрын

    I hardly ever comment on a video but Mike your work and videos are so great. I hope you continue to find success in your endeavors and you're able to share more with us. As someone who only gets to do woodwork once in a while (when my real job is slow enough) I find your videos so helpful for inspiration and learning. Thank you!

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much for the kind words. Keep watching and I'll keep posting.

  • @jramirez3296
    @jramirez32965 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely love your videos. You do fantastic work. Your sarcasm and witty humor really separates you from all the others.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, thats very kind to say.

  • @jenkiersmith8861
    @jenkiersmith88615 жыл бұрын

    I must say you are the best I have seen yet. I am trying to learn before I invest a ton of money in mistakes. You are the man. Top shelf quality.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much. You're kind.

  • @bradroon5538
    @bradroon55382 жыл бұрын

    Trimmed out a house where the owner refused any wood junction to cover the unavoidable gap between the drywall and the t&g lid. I forget how many hundreds of sq ft of Aspen t&g lid. Close to a thousand. Had to snap a line from end center to end center because there was an hourglass bulge on both sides off the hallway from the living room. Lid through the LR was divided into 4 rows divided by three beams. Again, no beam/lid trim for shrinking. Then the real fun. A rough rock fireplace with random fieldstones from almost bowling ball size to 1/4th of that. We had to build a shelf system on each side - 3 shelves each side about 10 - 12 inches deep. Scribe the rocks (after figuring out the backing) perfectly, vertically, IN LINE WITH THE FREAKING LID of course, and tie in the shelves and t&g wall areas around them and the fireplace. On site, one day for two guys on the LR lid and fireplace - and it looked great. Just give me my inadequate check before the relative humidity changes and gaps magically appear on the edges of your lids, lol.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    2 жыл бұрын

    That sounds like a giant pain in the rear.

  • @LiloUkulele
    @LiloUkulele2 жыл бұрын

    As always...enjoyed your video. For me it was a good reminder of taking time to do the job correctly and having the diligence to be thorough! I didn't have much luck with the Blum drawer locators; I've been using double sided tape but i'll give 'em another try.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    2 жыл бұрын

    Double sided tape is a fine way to do it. If it works for you, I say stick with it.

  • @MLFranklin
    @MLFranklin6 жыл бұрын

    I always enjoy these videos. Quality work, camera angles, editing, and narration. I especially appreciate that you call out part numbers for hardware and tools.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the input. Good to know some of the details are useful.

  • @caseyconner89
    @caseyconner896 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video. Your narration is so sincere and perfect. You're not trying to make corny jokes all the time, but you slip in some great dry humor now and then. keep it up!

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Casey, thank you for the kind words. It is hard to know when a video is balanced, I am happy to hear you think I'm on right track.

  • @drewaugust
    @drewaugust5 жыл бұрын

    Everything about your videos is awesome! The craftsmanship, how you explain your work, your humor, and some music suggestions.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much Drew.

  • @arkadiuszgadomski1879
    @arkadiuszgadomski18795 жыл бұрын

    Hi Mike. I am a carpenter for living but cabinets making that s my hobby and new passion. I don t post reviews often. But what I can tell you that your skills and shop inspiring people like me to make something nice, not nessecery to make money but also to enjoying that. Good lock Bro and can` t wait for another video. and new tricks and ideas.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much. Let me know how the cabinet making goes!

  • @davebaker7212
    @davebaker72126 жыл бұрын

    Nice job as always Mike. Really illustrates how many steps and parts go into a "simple" cabinet build. I also enjoy picking up new techniques from your videos, and seeing what tools you've added to your shop!

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Hi Dave! Thank you. Yes, woodworking seems so simple until you actually try to do it. After I completed this project I went on a spending spree and bought a few new tools which I will show in the next couple videos. See ya soon.

  • @richthomas5013
    @richthomas50133 жыл бұрын

    Love all your videos. I’m binge watching you again for at least the fourth time. Still picking up little gems of info. Keep on rockin.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome! Thank you!

  • @madebymichael4773
    @madebymichael47736 жыл бұрын

    Your best video yet, in my opinion. Thanks so much for going into so much detail, I totally appreciate it. I'm just getting into doing more built-ins with my business. You have a wealth of experience and great tips and techniques, you have taught me a lot. Your shop and tool collection is quite enviable as well. Cheers

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you much! I feel that going into more detail is worth the editing effort. I was hesitant in my first couple videos to make them too long, but after hearing peoples reactions I think this is the direction I should go. I am fortunate to have my shop and tools.

  • @johngibson2244
    @johngibson22446 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Mike. I’ll need to study up on pressurized pots (I’m using gravity feed) to spray without thinning. Maybe the board room will have a special on spraying. Thanks again. Love your work.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Gravity feed and thick paint, not an easy way to go for sure. Pressure pots make life a little easier.

  • @alisdairmccabe7497
    @alisdairmccabe74973 жыл бұрын

    Your work is exceptional. Such accuracy and quality. You have successfully made 'cnc grade' builds look easy when done by human hands :)

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @mitchman1155
    @mitchman11556 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic work Mike- you're one of the few craftsmen I watch on YT that I don't mind leaving the sound on...

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. Thats great to hear!

  • @juanmorse50
    @juanmorse506 жыл бұрын

    Hey Mike, I love your teaching skills. Your explanations are very easy to understand and so is your smooth delivery of instructions. When I worked as a Route Salesman delivering bottled water, one of my stops was a furniture and cabinet builder. I'd walk into their huge wood working shop every two weeks and twice a month, I was inspired to be a cabinet maker... lol Btw, I am real close to retiring from my job as a Set Lighting Technician in the movie industry and I still want to learn how to build cabinets and make furniture. If you ever need an older apprentice, I will be available in a few years. Thanks for sharing, cause I've learned a lot...

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the kind words. I could probably learn tons from you about lighting. I don't know much about lighting, but I know its pretty much everything when filming.

  • @juanmorse50

    @juanmorse50

    6 жыл бұрын

    I've learned a few thing over these 29 years of movie making... lol

  • @CBanks-ky7kl
    @CBanks-ky7kl6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your videos Mike. I am currently in school to become a cabinetmaker and your videos are like extra class hours to me.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Christopher. I'm happy you find them useful.

  • @oscargonzalez9198
    @oscargonzalez91985 жыл бұрын

    Great work! I work at a cabinet shop and this is very much how we built our cabinets. Keep it up!

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. Thats cool, I think this method is a pretty common way of doing things.

  • @jbfam7208
    @jbfam72085 жыл бұрын

    Ive been on KZread for many years, u hv been the only, and i mean only person who responds to all ur comments.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. I feel if people are going to take the time to watch my videos and comment, the least I can do is answer, even if its a simple thank you. Its a show of respect. At some point my channel my become too big to respond to every comment, but I will certainly try.

  • @davidpascoe3672
    @davidpascoe36726 жыл бұрын

    Dude your shop and the wood working tools is totally awesome.... also the carpentry work of your cabinet....

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @olrenison
    @olrenison6 жыл бұрын

    New watcher from the UK. Love your approach Mike and you do some fantastic work. Thanks for your videos. 🤘🏻

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @CowboyDave1812
    @CowboyDave18125 жыл бұрын

    It's been a few months, and you may have already bought a new pin nailer, but I have almost exclusively Senco nail guns from brad pinners to house framing. They are pretty much bullet proof and I am very happy with them.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Senco makes a really going nailer, thats for sure.

  • @1960fusion
    @1960fusion2 жыл бұрын

    there is something nostalgic about using dowels, the same as using a hand plane or hand saw, but its not so nostalgic that i would give up my domino or biscuit jointer anytime soon! 🙂

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @Rubbernecker
    @Rubbernecker Жыл бұрын

    Beautiful work, beautiful shop!

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much!

  • @charn1
    @charn16 жыл бұрын

    Your work ethic and tools are fantastic , it's nice to watch a pro in action lovely job Mike

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much.

  • @gregh1084
    @gregh10846 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely perfection. Such an inspiration. A credit to you man 👍🏻

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much!

  • @jbb5470
    @jbb54704 жыл бұрын

    Very nice. First class construction the whole way! Great

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much.

  • @archvizninja5823
    @archvizninja58233 жыл бұрын

    You, fine sir, are a true master. Thx for sharing!

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you kindly!

  • @seinundzeiten
    @seinundzeiten6 жыл бұрын

    You are definitely the best-equipped carpenter I've seen so far...

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @johnconklin9039
    @johnconklin90396 жыл бұрын

    Great project. Really enjoy all your videos, very well done. Dire Straits and Mark Knopfler are fantastic.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you John. Dire Straits and Mark Knopfler really made some good music.

  • @tedmcnair9709
    @tedmcnair97094 жыл бұрын

    I have had a freeman 23 gauge pin nailer. Most people would think and say its junk and maybe most are but the one I own works flawlessly. I have had expensive pin nailers and they all fail at some point!

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    4 жыл бұрын

    If its working good, then what more could you ask for?

  • @j-bdekker4871
    @j-bdekker48716 жыл бұрын

    I experience the same feeling you experience after a project is finished, it is quite surreal..

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Yup, its kinda like I don't know what to do next.

  • @michaelboscarello9803
    @michaelboscarello98035 жыл бұрын

    I just found your videos on KZread today and I’m loving your work. I am eventually going to get around to building a bar in my basement and I would love to see any work you have done like that if you could share a video in the future of that. Thank you for the great videos and again, awesome work!

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. I don't have a bar video. I may get to one in the future, but nothing on the horizon.

  • @donjuan4087
    @donjuan40875 жыл бұрын

    Can I live in your shop? I'll clean up and maintain your equipment.. LMAO Excellent work Mike, thanks for taking the time to show us.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @orbepa
    @orbepa6 жыл бұрын

    I love your videos Mike. There is always a pro tip and something to aspire to. Very smooth narration is the icing on the cake

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the kind words.

  • @hartmut-kraft
    @hartmut-kraft5 жыл бұрын

    absolutely love the dedication and amazing attention to detail. Wish i had somebody like you in NJ. My kids love the snow too and you definitely got me with "tunnel of love". Making Movies is _the_ Dire Straights album. Thank you for sharing. impressive work. Again, wish I could retain your help for my upcoming jersey projects.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. Dire Straights is a great band, thats for sure.

  • @kristins6338
    @kristins63384 жыл бұрын

    Your attention to detail is just AMAZING!

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much.

  • @davidrose1698
    @davidrose16986 жыл бұрын

    Excellent work as usual. Picked up my tapered sanding disc to improve my edges. Amen to Tunnel of Love.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thats great! Let me know how it works.

  • @davidrose1698

    @davidrose1698

    6 жыл бұрын

    Mike Farrington Used that tapered sanding disc on some basswood drawer sides for my wife's kitchen. Very nice. Should work well on our MDF window extensions we install.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thats great news! I'm happy to hear its working for you. Good luck on the window extensions.

  • @crankstonshnord6591
    @crankstonshnord65914 жыл бұрын

    Floormat for sanding is a great idea! I use a moving blanket but it tends to slip a bit more than a floormat probably would

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    4 жыл бұрын

    The floor mat was a big improvement.

  • @superhall229
    @superhall2296 жыл бұрын

    I wish I knew about the adjustable draw hardware, I had some cabinets installed in an old house and the house seems to move like an old mans bowels as the weather changes. Great video and cute kid. Won't be long and Santa will have to get him a snow mobile. Great build, I love to build fireplace mantles it gives me a chance to be creative as long as you can keep the architect's nose out of it. They really do seem like they are from another planet.

  • @MikeFarrington

    @MikeFarrington

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. I also really enjoy building mantels. If I could find enough business to just build mantels I would probably go that route....and yes architects can make or break a project.