@@nickdesgnI have a question If I connect the laptop to the screen using HDMI, can I use the screen and the laptop separately? This means running editing programs on the screen and running the browser on the laptop
We found someone on Etsy who custom made them for us! We sent the dimensions and chose a fabric from the options they had. It was very simple and easy to do if you're looking to do the same!
At different times, via OfferUp I scored: Herman Miller Aeron $350 (new $1600) Added seat padding insert, $20. Herman Miller Sayl $80 (new $800) Replaced 1 arm padding $20 Steelcase Think $35 (new $1049) Replaced the wheels $25. Steelcase is my fave!
Hey man great video! Im currently in the process of getting a new desk myself and was thinking about placing it in front of the window like yourself. How do you like it so far? My concern is that the contrast from sun vs light from the monitor could make it difficult to see/use the monitor. So yeah, whats your experience so far
Huge kudos for pushing outside your comfort zone, that's how you grow. Ditto on everything the guy said about table saw safety, and with all that dust in the air, ya might wanna upgrade to something like a 3M 7503 halfmask respirator, they're not expensive and the filters will keep 100% of that sawdust outta your lungs. Some wood particulates can be downright dangerous to inhale, and you have zero ventilation in there so don't mess around with that. And just a heads up on the build, when you're applying stain, a sealer, whatever, it's really important to hit all surfaces, top and bottom, equally. Not sure if you hit the bottom with sealer so just wanted to mention that. Reason being, wood absorbs moisture, it's just what wood does...if you have a sealer on the top and not the bottom, its gonna absorb more moisture from the air on the bottom and start to shift, warp, twist, etc., which can cause the boards to start pulling apart. Plus you already have some gaps throughout (you actually needed to use quite a bit more glue, there should be enough to where a little bit is pushed out along the seems when you tighten up your clamps), so air is gonna get into those gaps and hit the bare wood thus absorbing even more moisture, thus creating more potential wood shifting, twisting, gettin its freak on and ultimately pulling apart. I know it's like an experimental project so not trying to be critical, I think it looks great overall, a desk with a real wood top like that would run you $800 on Uplift. Just giving you a little insight as to some of the problems that might crop up as the wood adjusts to your interior humidity and potentially starts to shift so you know why its happening and can adjust if needed.
I appreciate your comment! Theres quite a lot of things i can do better next time, safety being one for sure so I definitely will be taking some of your recommendations🤝🙌🏽
The gloves while using the table saw.....AND no outfeed support... making it so you have to work around the blade even more. YIKES, I cringed really hard. it's literally not even worth the risk even once no matter how cautious you are, but great video non the less!! the desk turned out amazing, trash into treasure is a great feeling!
also for all the cracks, just fill them up with glue and wipe the excess BEFORE sanding and sand while its still wet. it will fill the gaps in just fine. ultra wood working haxx.
Pallets are only free wood if you either A- Don't value your time -or - B- Plan on using them as pallets. Either way, it looks really nice. I like the way you embraced the natural rustic look of the wood and didn't try to hide it. Also, love the color choice.
There is no reason to cut the countertop. There is plenty of space! And carpets hold a lot of dirt and you cannot really clean them. Better get rid of them.
They are pieces of scrap wood i had that are roughly 1" x .5" that i painted black! There are plenty of options at your local lumber store, hope that helps
Trust me the table top was one of the things i researched the longest, it was the cheapest option for the value it provided given the country i live in. Thanks for the comment!
Creative. Not a fan of the HVAC solution or the top. Would have centered the HVAC register on the front of the unit. Also, Would be more visually appealing - and stronger - if the lid backsplash wooden strip was one piece verses three. 🤷🏻♂️