It was nice of the cats to allow you to install a human door over theirs....

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

😹😂 They are very considerate, aren’t they?

So generous of Jerry and Lola to let you upload videos to their channel!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

5 ай бұрын

They don't do anything for free. 😹

As a cat person, I approve of this build.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

😹 Glad you approve!

I really love your work as a woodworker, but these cats just put the videos on another level. Love Lola and Jerry.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thank you very much! Those cats love the limelight! 😹

I came to this channel for the awesome woodworking….but was rewarded with the wonderful cat cameos!! I had two furballs that followed us everywhere and did everything with us too…woodworking, gardening, riding in homemade cardboard contraptions with the kids, helping them with the obstacle course….such great memories. These two probably have better woodworking skills than many of us (LOL). That was an amazing design, the only thing missing is the feline retinal scanner to open allow them entrance!! Looking forward to the rest of the build.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

9 ай бұрын

Thanks mate! These furballs definitely love their shop time and to be involved in EVERYTHING 😹. And I wouldn't have it any other way. Thanks so much for watching and the comment!

Absolutely, ridiculous! I love it! The things we do for our animals. Very cool glass technology, too bad it seems to be quite expensive.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Yeah, it's definitely above and beyond, but when you have no children they get all the perks and attention! 😺😹

Why make an ordinary door, if you can make it Keith Johnson extraordinary? Always a treat, brother. You’re awesome!!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Haha. Thanks buddy! Simple and easy aren’t in my vocabulary. It’s a blessing and a curse 😹

19:52 You said clear in both scenarios but we knew what you meant. 😁

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

9 ай бұрын

Oops. That's what happens when you don't work off a script 😜

My word that walnut cat door is sooooo AMAZING AND COMICALLY OVER THE TOP! Fantastic door!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks very much! They seem to like it 😹😹

it’s obvious how much you love your little rascals, what a lovely project and the cat door is absolutely lovely! i’m admittedly amazed that you bothered to go back into the drywall for the wiring, i would’ve just run some straight trunking and called it a day (also for easy access). but i suppose i shouldn’t be surprised considering the attention to detail and level of care you put into all your projects 😆

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks very much! Original plan was to run a raceway on the wall for the wire, but....😬😜😂

Hindsight is 20/20. Revenge is a dish, best served cold.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

4 ай бұрын

Uhhhhh, ok.

Of course, only would’ve been complete if that magic glass was also used for the circle part of the door. 😂 nicely done!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

3 ай бұрын

Now you're going too far 😜😂

Absolutely great job Keith the doors turned out great the cat door is crazy cool the details you put into it can’t wait to see the rest of the room

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks man! I appreciate it. Stay tuned! 😎

I lol'd at "like a discus"

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

😜🤣

I love the extra detail ❤

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

5 ай бұрын

Thank you, my lady!

Thanks Keith for another work of art. I always learn something from you. Thanks for taking the time to document this and share it. Looking forward to the continuation of the studio.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks so much, Dave! I greatly appreciate the comment and always checking out my content! 👍🏻

Keith, another great video!! I would love to hear the behind the scenes when you said to your wife "I think I am going to make a $1000 door with an over the top cat door"

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

😂 My wife was ALL IN!!

That is one lavish kitty door! I can't wait for the cat wall, too! Fantastic video, thank you.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thank you! 😊 Lavish is a great word for it! 😉

You continue to impress us with your skills in such a 'feelgood' way!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks man! I super appreciate that 🙏🏻🙌🏻

That cat door is bloody brilliant. Thank you for another outstanding video.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks man! 😺😺

That looks and works amazing my favourite part has to be the cat door.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks man! It’s Jerry and Lola’s favorite part, too 😺

Can't wait for the #shopcatnation shirt! Beautiful work as always Keith; aided by the equally beautiful shop cats!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! We appreciate it 😁😺😺

Yep cat door and smart glass is next level! Nice work! I'll think about using smart tint on a outer door project I've got in the pipeline.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Oh cool! And thanks 👍🏻

Next-level stuff, sir and madam... And Keith did okay too.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

😹😹 Too kind! Thank meow very much!

Just wow !!!! I'd guessed the engraved cat art was going to have brass expoxy enlay ... purrrr haps on the next one. LOL

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

That was totally my original plan, but I thought it looked better just as a subtle inlay….purrrhaps 😹🤣

Ohhh man you've got lucky those two royalty fury friends like their door, cool tech, indeed, can't wait what else you will do to your studio, cheers V!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks very much! Those fur balls don't know how good they have it 😹. Thanks for watching!

My wife agrees: The cat door is awesome 😻😻😻

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thank you!! Jerry and Lola seem to like it 😺😺

That glass is pretty cool. And the rest of the door looks pretty great too. I heard you talking about it on the pod cast, glad i finally got around to watching it.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

10 ай бұрын

Thanks very much! And thanks for listening to our antics on the pod 🎙️

Nice project. The smart glass is a good touch

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot! I appreciate the comment 👍🏻

Looks great Keith. Thanks for that tip with the painters tape funnel on your paint can,

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thank you! Glad the tape tip helped! 👍🏻

As they once said on Buffy, sometimes "Overkill is the right amount of kill." Plus it's always nice to have a door that could survive a nuclear bomb... after all, you've got cats :D

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

4 ай бұрын

😂😹 I like the way you think!

Amazing work Keith. Well done!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks very much!

I am bookmarking this as something to do when I move into my house this christmas lol my cat will be thankful for this :D

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

10 ай бұрын

😹 they seem to love it!

@piplup10203854

10 ай бұрын

@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking 😹 Haha it definitely seems to be so! This is so cool lol

#shopcatnation I love the door so much! Both doors. But obviously the cat door more. Glad it turned out amazingly!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

😹 the cat door is definitely the highlight of this build! I can’t wait to see them marching in and out of it and climbing up their soon to be made “cat wall”. Thanks again for the awesome artwork! 🙌🏻

Thank you, KJ I've enjoyed your video very much.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching 🤙🏻

I can’t wait to get to this level. Truly awesome dude!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot. I appreciate it! Keep at it 👍🏻

Love it!! Great video as always. I hope you do the walnut light fixture. Will be a great learning video.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! I was very inspired by a recent visit to the Wharton Esherick house museum and the light fixtures he created, so I have an idea in my head!

Hey Keith, ich freue mich jedes Mal wenn du ein Video hochlädst! Und auch dieses war wieder super!👍✌

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

🙏👍😎

Such an awesome little project for your new studio room! 👏🏻

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks dude! 🤙🏻

Good stuff, can’t wait to see the next phase.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot! Walnut desk is already in the clamps!

I really enjoy your channel Jerry was acting like he was sun bathing 😂😂😂 he’s a mess!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

😹 Jerry has serious identity issues

@Sewcialitecrew

11 ай бұрын

@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking 😹😹😹😹😹😹

Sherwin Williams Baby!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Bag of paint hardener and right in the trash baby!! 😂

Your videos are incredibly entertaining.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks very much, Janet! So glad you enjoy them. 😁

The cat begrudgingly approves of your work

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

It's pretty typical. Jerry can be a bit crusty sometimes 😹

Comme d habitude Superbe travail. J adore. Merci

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Merci beaucoup, David!

This is so cool! Lucky kitty!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks! Those kitties are pampered to the hilt! 😹

Content is great. Only got my subscription because of the cats 🤘

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

5 ай бұрын

Thanks?

Since you don't do too much paint-grade stuff, you should look at Bourbon Moth's tip on pin nailing (or at least that's where I learned it from)! Take some blue tape and pin through it, apply wood putty/filler, and then remove the blue tape afterwards. It removes the step of having to clean up the excess putty/filler and risk taking off those nice edges! Love the door!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Yeah, that is a good tip! 👍🏻 And thanks!

That would literally scare me if someone clicked that clicker and a once frosted glass you could see a person in it. 😂

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

7 ай бұрын

😜😂😹

KJ i really like your videos where you try interesting hardware and gadgets like this 👏🏻

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoy it! Thanks man! 😺

Now that Sir is a lovely job. 👌🏻

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks very much, Mark! Cheers!

@marksmith7147

11 ай бұрын

@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking Fancy building a few more and shipping to the UK 🤣

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

@@marksmith7147 I don't think you fancy the shipping costs or the VAT 😜🤣

Brilliant!!! It’s absolutely beautiful and super smart

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Awww. Thanks so much! 🙌

@jewdd1989

11 ай бұрын

I can’t wait for the rest of your much deserved office! Love the kitty door, I have two dogs and one in particular doesn’t fear the sound of tools and even tries to be “helpful” so anyways I appreciate the role Lola and Jerry play in your work and videos!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

@@jewdd1989 Thanks very much! It will be great to have a much more dedicated space than currently being in our master closet now. Wait until you see that setup! LOL.

Beautiful matey 👍

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks 👍

Very enjoyable video. Thanks for posting for my viewing pleasure.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Right on, Mike! Thanks a lot 💪🏻

That cat has got zero effs to give. 21:32

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

😹🤣 It gets worse (and funnier) every day.

For the glue up sliding problem: use a small amount of washed, coarse sand. It will prevent the wood from sliding and will not mess up the chemical prozess of the glue itself.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

5 ай бұрын

Sorry, but none of those tricks work. Rocks maybe, but not sand.

@Ceen328

5 ай бұрын

@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking Than I'm doing something wrong, as it works just fine for me. Ofcourse you can't just clamp two pieces together like a barbarian milking an ogre, but since I use small pinches of sand (~1.5-2mm grain size), I have no movements, or slidings during glue ups.

Jerry was totally watching your Total Boat avatar sail by 😂😂😂

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

😂🤣 I was laughing out loud while I was editing that part

Nice build!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

3 ай бұрын

I'm glad you like it!

I really like the hinges at the cat door. Seems to be a pain in the a** to install them properly, but the result is beautiful. It's one of these details that you can only really apprecciate, if you built them yourself at least once. (Please excuse my bad english)

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thank you! They aren’t that hard to install, but unfortunately you have no adjustments.

Amazing!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

The shaper origin is nice bc it allows people that aren't good at woodworking to build things.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

It's a nifty little tool.

I love this!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! I have a feeling I'm going to wear about the batteries in the remote rather quickly. 😂

@anaphylaxis2548

11 ай бұрын

@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking I probably would too! 😄

Another great project! Always brings me a smile to see you a new video from you on my feed. Although you two are completely different on the way and style that you make videos, i think of you as ThisOldTony for woodworking (or him a Keith Johnson for metalworking/milling). Whenever i see a video from both of you, i get in a incredbily good mood! keep 'em coming!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks man! That’s awesome. And I’m very humbled by the comparison to Tony 🙏🏻. Thanks so much for watching and following along!

Overkill? Yep. Awesome result? You betcha!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks man! Definitely happy with the result 🤙🏻😺

Sweet 👌🏾

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

6 ай бұрын

Thanks man! 🤙🏻

Love watching videos of this dude ripping some rails.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

10 ай бұрын

Not the kind of rails you like to rip

thanks

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

Your works are amazing, one subscriber here. 😍 👌

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😀

Yes, I had some really bad experiences with Sherwin Williams years ago and I quit using them. Walmart paint is safer. 😂

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

😂😆 And I always question when a company's slogan is "cover the world" and the logo is the earth being covered by a giant paint can.

Love the hinge error I can identify

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

3 ай бұрын

😂 yeah, that was definitely smack in the teeth

Well hot damn, that's super cool.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks man! I'm diggin' it, too.

Love the practical communication use of the privacy glass! Also love the music, but can't find the title of the specific tune. Do you mind sharing what it is?

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

4 ай бұрын

Thanks! Music is off Epidemic Sound...sorry, I don't know the name.

The job of a studio door is mainly to be as soundproof as possible, which means airtight, and probably an 'airlock' with a second door. That window might be nice in a glass porch, though... especially with a hot tub.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

I use the word "studio door" loosely as I'm currently recording in another closet right now and it all sounds great (the voice over for this video, for example). I'm not recording a studio album, so I'll be good!

@hxhdfjifzirstc894

11 ай бұрын

@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking Well yeah, it's got a caaaaat door in it.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

@@hxhdfjifzirstc894 I’m aware.

Next time you apply foil to glass, use a generous amount of soapy water between the film and the glass. You can easily adjust the film if placed incorrectly and all the water is just squeejeed out. Easy peasy.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

This specific film said to use alcohol only.

@szabi0

11 ай бұрын

@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking Yeah, that covers a lot of mistakes :D Good job, btw, thanks!

31:27 This is my step-mortise. I never knew my real mortise...

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

😂🤣 👏🏻

It is insane that the contact switch is $100

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

6 ай бұрын

Agreed.

Jerry does get stressed. Did you see the look of terror when the door almost killed him😅

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

😂🤣 He’s such a punk, so it’s always satisfying to see him get a bit of tough love

32:50 parametric project? Looks interesting.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

It looks cool, but way too much work and cost to be worth it.

U the best 🎉

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot!

As a rule, when I see a 37 min long video about a closet door, I usually skip it - unless it's a 37 min long video about a closet door by Keith Johnson. In that case, I click on it immediately.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

haha. My man!! There was definitely more than meets the eye for this door. Hope it was worth your time! 😬😃

@jordanbecker1

11 ай бұрын

@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking it certainly was

That's great for peep shows!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

😂😹

Benjamin More... Yeah baby.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Amen to that! 😂

I like it!!! What a grand conception... even if your wife has exiled you to the closet. 😉 I have some uses for these pizo-electric films, so I will definitely check out your source. Thanks for the reference!. Also, thanks much for the cost breakdown. Just one question... is it still going to b e used for a closet, partially, or are you also going to stick 'egg-crate' on the walls for it to also be a 'recording studio', or for podcasting? Just curious about the build-out. Keep up the great work!!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

10 ай бұрын

The closet isn't so bad, actually! Not sure about soundproofing on the walls just yet...the mic I use is very good at reducing any echo, so once everything is set up and tested I will decide if anything needs to be done. Office buildout video coming soon!

You should have had a sign that said "Subscribe" when you turned off the shade

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

😂🤣 dang! Great idea!

Might need some air circulation, if it’s a small room with a big computer it’s going to get v stuffy in there 😅

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Luckily, there’s an AC vent above my head, so it’s like a meat locker in there! 🥶

Another great video! What vid bits do you use, or do you not care too much about those and just get whatever you find? I love Jerry and Lola’s cameos in the videos. They’re adorable! I sent a few screen shots of them to my wife in the last few days.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

6 ай бұрын

Thanks!And definitely NOT just any bits - cheap router bits are cheap for a reason. Go to bitsbits.com/product-category/whiteside-router-bits/ and use code MORSELS15 at checkout to save 15% on all their amazing router bits.

@reznor_59

6 ай бұрын

@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking do you like their vix bits too? That was the main question from my original comment but I didn’t catch that iOS autocorrected ‘vix’ to ‘vid!’ Definitely done with buying “cheap” router bits! Would love a video that goes over what your most used/recommended bits are and what would be good for building out your collection! A round table would be awesome format for this too!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

6 ай бұрын

@@reznor_59 VIX brand or Rockler self-centering bits work well. There aren't any that are head and shoulders above the rest that I've found.

Question - why would you not recommend using domino for exterior door? Thanks - love the videos.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

With so much exposure to the elements and being subject to seasonal wood movement, a fully integrated mortise and tenon would be best for overall strength and longevity 💪🏻

Nicely, squarely and tightly... but what about Bruce Lee?

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

9 ай бұрын

He couldn't be reached for comment at this time 😜

"Pretty standard cat door..." 😂

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Seemed pretty standard 🤔🤷🏼‍♂️😂

Quinn Dunki over at the Blondi Hacks Channel says "Chamfers are what separate us from the animals." (No offense to the cats!)

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

😂😹 that should be on a t-shirt!!

Very cool project as usual, but $600 is way too steep for the average Joe for that small a piece of glass.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Agreed. It's definitely pricey, especially for this application.

D*mn.. I really loved your tools

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks! Me too 😜

Ooh, that teinted glass is awesome! Is the cat door light enough to open, for Jerry and Lola? Is seems a bit beefy?

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

The hinges are a bit stiff, but Jerry can open it. Lola can't push through a sheet 😹. It will probable be left open most of the time.

@c.a.g.1977

11 ай бұрын

@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking Jerry's the muscles, Lola the...brains?

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

@@c.a.g.1977 Lola is the sweet, sassy adorable one 😺

@c.a.g.1977

11 ай бұрын

@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking They are quite the two characters, that's for sure!

The cat door is great, though having to manually open it and only inwards? seems like a design flaw- a 2-way hinge would have been ideal to let Jerry allow himself in and out of his own accord...

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Yeah, maybe a saloon-type door for the next one 😜

@Enzo8mmSA

11 ай бұрын

​@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking but then you can't stop there, you need the, rapier, black cavalier hat, boots and a shot of cream😂

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

@@Enzo8mmSA I'll leave those details to you. LOL.

@michaelsummer7082

11 ай бұрын

I mean, I assumed it was to lock jerry out when you’re trying to get some work done and he’s walking on the keyboard.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

@@michaelsummer7082 It was to allow Jerry and Lola to come in and out without me having to open the big door. Jerry can get quite aggressive trying to get the door handle open 😹

Are the pins in the door jamb live all the time? It's not likely, but if you were to touch them, how would it turn out?

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Great question! Whether I turn the power supply on or off, you can touch the pins in the door jam and you can't feel anything. 👍

Wondering about your thoughts of doing the whole door out of MDF instead of just the panel. I’m planning on doing something similar but since it’s an interior painted soon with thinking solid MDF would paint nicely and be super stable.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

It's just never my first choice of material to work with because it's so heavy, messy and fine dust is toxic. And the MDF doesn't have good holding power for screws.

@michaellpeterson

11 ай бұрын

@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking The screw thing is a very good point I hadn’t considered, as are your others points. Thank you for your input.

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

@@michaellpeterson You're welcome!

That cat's looking...it has devil eyes

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

10 ай бұрын

😈😹

What can I say about this? Love your attention to detail, how you tend to slightly over engineer your designs but with great finesse that makes other folks green with jealousy. And last but not least, the cats are great fun, too. I love their confidence and indifference. You've got a great thing going on there, keep it up!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! The shop cats definitely keep me entertained and equally as distracted at the same time 😹

Neato

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Grazio!

hey Keith, another great video and great project. One question -- @ 18:00 you glue the thin walnut pieces to each other -- a small end-grain glue up. I saw that and thought wow is that going to have enough holding strength? I've found that when I've done some end grain glue ups, like for a picture frame with mitered corners, once I start sanding or introducing any stress or vibration the glue joints sometimes separate. And later in the video you ended up reducing that trim piece down to like 1/16th so again I saw that and was terrified the whole assembly would just break apart at the glue joints. Glad that didn't happen though. Is the secret to use a dab of CA glue like you did? or would even just using regular glue hold well enough? oh, and second question -- how do you like your Harvey DC? I've been looking at them and love all their features and innovative design, but I can't get past the terrible placement of the main inlet. Seems like it makes setting up any ductwork, or placement of the machine itself, very awkward. Would love to hear your impressions. Thanks!

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

Sometimes with end grain glue-ups, the grain soaks up the glue and you end up starving the joint, so you can size the joint with a "wash" of 50/50 water to glue and then apply more glue. With harder woods like oak and walnut, that is not as much of an issue. A big factor is also giving the joint sufficient time to dry before moving it. Since these arched frames weren't going to be under any stress and were being attached flat onto another surface there is no real danger of those joints separating. And I only use CA glue to get the quick grab - I don't recommend it for long term end grain glue-ups because it can be fragile.

@carlpetitt2241

11 ай бұрын

@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking Thanks Keith -- and any thoughts on my second question? Impressions and likes / dislikes about your Harvey G700 dust collector?

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking

11 ай бұрын

@@carlpetitt2241 Love the Harvey DC. Inlet placement is really the only complaint I have.