I don't participate in anything remotely similar to what was demonstrated in this video, yet I sat here and watched the entire thing. THAT is the value of good presentation and production. Great video sir! Thank you for sharing.
@@myratsalad The strength test. It's buggered. Type of wood, glue, screw, etc. ... so many other variables exist to make a blanket statement regarding which method is better. In the majority of situations it is the wood species that determines what methods are better ... the best method, varies, between wood species.
I did not expect to watch 18 min of this, but I have absolutely no regrets. The presentation is so engaging and lively, with real passion and professionalism, and the southpark style animation makes it perfect.
What I like about pocket hole joinery is that it gets new people interested in and started on building wooden things. Once they are comfortable building those things, they might progress into stronger and more traditional joinery. Dowels, dovetails, mortises, etc. They buy a palm router and a basic bit set. They try rabbets, tongue in groove joints, and so forth. They add equipment as their wallet, interest, and skill level increases. Few have a six-figure income, and few of those who do have a small acreage where they can put up an insulated, climate-controlled 20x40 building with all mod cons for heirloom- level, production-rate woodworking.
Agreed. Pocket holes are non-threatening to newbies because it's so easy to get accurate alignment. Other forms of joinery may be stronger, and more durable, but they either require skills that new woodworkers don't yet have or equipment they don't want to buy.
@ Dowels require a bit more accuracy than pocket holes, you have to make the same holes in both pieces in exactly the same spot. Pocket hole is just line up and drill once.
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@@TH3C4NN4BL3C0W Thanks! All my experience with dowels is from putting IKEA furniture together, and there all the hard work has already been done.
Pocket holes were what got me into woodworking. I was building a stand for some homebrew equipment and ran across the kreg pocket hole jig at home depot. It wasn't very expensive, so I picked it up and was amazed at how simple and elegant it was. From there I started looking into other joints and now I have a full woodshop. I'd say it was my gateway to a whole world of woodworking.
I love this guy! He's like a favorite mentor who has in-depth knowledge on about any subject. He keeps things interesting and flowing well, not bogged down with any extra talking just to hear himself talk like so many others. I hope his channel continues to grow and reach a very wide audience like it deserves.
👍 Yeah, you've nailed it there, fella. (groan 😣) *So many* video producers / instructors / presenters do that over-emoting thing, or waffling because they think we need to hear their internal dialogue, or going off-topic, or repeating themselves instead of simply explaining the task - and then performing the task. Each of these these habits, make for a poor video guide. I'm sure I'm not the only one who finds these habits tedious, distracting, confusing or 'all of the above'! Nick gets it right. 🙂
I teach for a living and you do an amazing job conveying information with both your demonstrations and explanations. The added humor never hurts and your pace is excellent. Thanks for posting this!
I've been using pocket holes since I started this hobby about 5 years ago. And they, basically, work fine. But .... this is the best explanation I've ever seen for them. You are an amazing teacher. Happy new year to you and yours.
You really are exceptionally good at explaining things. I always enjoy listening to you and I hope that you’re happy, safe and well. Thank you for being you! 😊
*Thank you very much for this very useful information!* *I don't understand your language, but I understand what you are doing and it improves my experience.* *Thanks again!* *Sincerely, Alexander CHEST'ER* 🤝
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You must be Russian. Some of the best woodworkers are in Russia. How are you? Glad to have you here. Вы, должно быть, русский. Некоторые из лучших столяров находятся в России. Как вы? Рад видеть вас здесь.
My upvote goes for “informal experiment” and “to make it look scientific”. This is exactly what it is. And honestly said, in contrast to so many videos. And yet, the video is very useful. Thank you!
this came out of nowhere on my feed but the presentation.. the tone, the examples. the Freaken crazy editing! And the simple yet straight forward information on things.. it's sooo good!! i love this dude's enthusiasm it's like as if i'm watching tv from the 1990's when educational shows or vhs cassets we're good in it's simplicity and how it was produce. i got such a nostalgic feeling out of this video. This is awesome! im so happy people like you exist in the world. can't wait to see more of your videos!
One thing someone would never want to do is to challenge your expertise. So I always look for your videos, the first thing when I turn on the computer. I appreciate the detail you present with each facet of the project you're dealing with. I think all good carpenters endeavor not only to know how to do joint or other techniques but why we do things in a certain way. I always learn more than I am willing to admit to, even though I have been in construction on large and small projects for a long, long time. Thank You.
this man reminds me of my old carpentry teacher from highschool. made learning fun, but shouldn't be underestimated as hes got a life time of experience in his field. i was really into that class too thus asked alot of oddly specific questions i swear that man always had an answer only told me to "quit over thinking it" a handful of times in the 4 years i was his student.
I knew nothing about pocket holes, watched this video out of curiosity and walked away feeling like a graduate. Detailed and seamless. Probably the best workshop/DIY video I have ever come across.
Excellent video Nick! One thing I would like to point out: Kreg states that you do NOT want the pilot hole to go through the end of the Pocket Board. I have been using a 3/32" bit with a 1/4" hex extension to ADD a pilot hole after clamping just before driving my screws. This has eliminated my splitting issues completely. However, I DO use the recommended depth of the pocket hole where the pocket bit from Kreg does not exit. This gives more structure to the Pilot Board so the head will not pull through under stress. Something to test in your copious amounts of spare time. LoL
Wonderful. I congratulate you. You go everything right, which is very difficult to do as evidenced my the numerous videos on RU-vid that get it wrong. For example, you explained that beyond joint type, joint preparation and joint assembly (gluing)are a significant portion of strength. I also, liked how you demonstrated the alignment block to prevent drill press bit from deflecting down the face of the work piece. I hope people catch onto that tip. Perhaps a follow up video could discuss sheet goods? I find that pocket holes can be real problem solvers in this case particularly veneer core where a screw drive into the edge often splits or "mounds" the wood.
Thanks for saying. But the formula I use is as old as dirt and just as simple. Tell 'em what you're going to tell 'em, tell 'em, then tell 'em what you told 'em.
In the past I have spent many years watching “ New Yankee Workshop”, and thinking what a legend Norm Abram is. Today I watched this video, and have found my new Norm. Exceptionally informative, and excellently presented, by a man who obviously knows , and loves his trade. Thank you.
This was an amazing video. Honestly one of the best I’ve seen in a long time. Deeply informative and just kinda jolly. Watching it felt like drinking hot chocolate
Great discussion thank you. As someone who has used pocket hole jigs for over a decade, my experience has always been good. I use them to build several kitchens and cabinet assemblies. But something I'd like to add is if you alternate screws from both sides of the board it is an extremely strong joint. I used that method on an outdoor bench made of walnut, and it's held together for 10 years with only four pocket screws in each leg, toed in. Those jigs are amazing.
This is very similar to an old method used by master furnituremakers to attach moldings to their pieces. They drove small brads at alternating angles, effectively hooking the parts together. This helped prevent the nail joints from pulling loose.
I love the way you explain things! You go over all the necessary details, including clearly naming the parts to be sure there's no miscommunication. Plus you're fun to watch! I like you.
Nick you are the Jedi Master of woodworking! I’m continually impressed by your expertise at unpacking and sharing so many layers of woodworking knowledge. I particularly appreciate you demonstrating the how and why without the use of expensive tools. I own a Castle Pocket hole machine and it is an excellent tool for cutting low angle/stronger pocket holes and the build in router cuts a really clean pocket hole. I used paste wax to minimize splitting with some success but not even considered drilling pilot holes as a better solution…. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge.
You sir are a national treasure. What I wouldn’t give to just sit with you and talk for hours over hot coffee. So rare nowadays to see teachers of your caliber. Thank you again.
Dear Mr. Engler. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I greatly appreciate your videos. Your presentation style is terrific and your content is most useful. I am a self-taught woodworker ( thanks to yourself and others on RU-vid ) and your years of experience have a worth beyond measure. Please keep the tutorials coming. Cheers and good health! Robert C.
Well done once again, Nick! A few observations I've made while visiting hundreds of cabinet shops and large cabinet manufacturers who make face frames: They don't use Kreg brand screws. Not only are they more expensive than the retail products from Kreg, but most of the production face frame screws have a smaller #6 screw shank and thread, with something approximating a #8 screw's head diameter. Also, the larger shops use fine threads for hardwood and coarse for softwood, as you mentioned, but custom shops will often use a hi-lo thread screw that's somewhat like an al-weather tire. I rarely see glue being applied to the pocket-screw stile and rail joints and I've never seen a shop that sizes the end grain. I'm not saying that it isn't a better method, it's just nothing I've ever observed. Also there's never a secondary predrilling. The Type-17 tips on the threads work fine because they ALWAYS build the face frames in a clamping table or fixture with pneumatic clamp rams over each joint, so the compression you mentioned is present. Another difference is that they usually use molding that has a 3/8" or 1/2" or 5/8" groove that houses the parts of the cabinet carcass. This makes installation of the face frame a quick and accurate glue and staple affair. Your tilting sub-table idea makes me happy to be a Shopsmith user! Scott
I have the massca m2 pro jig system. I prefer it over the mostly plastic kreg. Thank you for sharing about the pilot hole! I would hate to split and have to re-do any busted material. I always enjoy your videos, they're very informative and also comedic.
Full admission, I am most likely never gonna use this information for anything, I don't work with woodwork, I don't need to know anything about pocket holes, but it was without a doubt still a enjoyable and learning experience. Great content, keep it up! 10/10
Somehow, you are the only channel explaining this topic this clearly. I have a project I am using pocket holes to join and now it has been completely transformed. Excellent job, good sir, you have a new subscriber.
Excellent pocket hole information. Loved the presentation. Subscribed! Minor note at 7:55, the right arrow ( > or greater than) symbol should be the left arrow (< or less than) symbol.
Great info, as always. What I particularly like about your vids is the thoroughness of your instructions. Too frequently with others, my viewing experience amounts to "Wait. What?"
It's easy to see that you're a very skilled tutor. This is so well explained that it's like you're covering all of the important points in a textbook for an exam. Amazing video and instruction. 10/10 I've done 7 years of further education and you're as good as any lecturer I've come across.
Thank you, Nick! We need more instructors like you with your experience! I relate, as you are my generation, and am enjoying woodworking in my retirement! Keep teaching us!!!
There's a lot of woodworkers who seriously need to watch this episode. 1. Finally! Someone demonstrates and promotes the process of sizing end grain gluing as promoted by Tite Bond's own recommendations. I've seen all the videos a while ago saying how end grain gluing is quite strong, but I didn't see many of them actually size the end grain. 2. The drilling of the pilot hole to reduce potential for splitting is a no-brainer that intrigues me why it isn't included in kits or at least instructions.
I'm a newbie to wood working. For my 2nd project, I just started building night stands today the plans call for pocket screws. I have the jig, but after watching this video, I've decided to just glue everything up. I'm sure the glued up night stand will be strong enough to hold my alarm clock, phone and a couple books and writing utensils without pocket screws. Thanks for this video. Very helpful.
Awesome information I came through with your this video. Mostly people explain a lot but the demonstration you did with that encyclopedia on pocket hole joinery is a huge help for many of us who are gathering courage to finish some tasks around the house with some professional drive. Kudos to you for sharing that humongous information. You rock!!!
I can consider myself a advanced woodworker who does from custom cabinetry to marquetry and carving and yet i feel like a student when i watch your videos , very informative and entertaining , i wish i had a tutor like you in my early years when i began working with wood , and i still would attend your classes even today , thank you for your effort and the time for making these educational videos ❤
You are the first one to talk about pre-drilling for pocket holes. I keep cracking white oak, even with fine threaded screws and couldn't find any source on pre-drilling. This was not overly pedantic. Your video was incredibly informative and helpful. Thank you.
Marvelous instructions and I am very glad I kept searching until I found this video ( yes, I did subscribe simply because THIS GUY knows more than I do ) as my pocket hole jig did NOT come with instructions. Thank you very much Nick.
Finally, someone talks about pilot holes for hardwood. Thank you! I'm new to woodworking and just couldn't find anything about whether you really don't need pilot holes when using a pocket hole jig. Now I know!
I can't believe I understand all of this. 1st time homeowner,. Never cared about wood working before, but have suddenly found it interesting. Learning to do things for myself, so first time doing this.
I never had the opportunity to see both my grandpa's. They both died way before I was born. But if I had the change to choose one, this guy rates highly. This clearness in explenation sooths me.
As mentioned by other comments ,I didn't intend watching this video, but this gentleman is a pleasure to watch. He allways takes me back to my carpentry teacher trying to teach us 14 year old, know it all kids.I really wish I had taken more interest now though 😂😂
I just starting getting into carpentry and bought my first Kreg pocket joint jig. I just wanted a tutorial on how to use it properly but this is exactly what I needed. Great information!
Exceptional video with quite informative and instructive explanations! I do enjoy listening to this maestro(instructor). He gives me confidence and is actually teaching me something. Not trying to sell commercial products of the sponsors. I am listening twice - at normal speed and at 75%. I might listen a third time at normal speed for a refresher. Thanks a lot sir for aptly sharing some of your experience. That drill press table is a lovely design and build! I never realized that existed. Now I know how to make a pocket hole and how the measurements affect the success of the joint. I understand grain direction and wood faces as applied to 'svrewlogy'!😊 So, it's through face to end/edge to face/edge for pocket hole joinery for better strength. Apply glue twice on end at 5 minutes interval due to capillary absorption. And also on other glueing surfaces once. Thanks a lot for the instructive information on the 3 main parts of the pocket hole screw - head shank and thread - and the function each plays. Along with the need for a pilot hole these explain why the special drill bits. To select screws, I use this formula: (2 x Wood Thickness)- 1/4 Eg,: (2 x 3/4) [- 1/4] = 1-1/2[-1/4] = 1-1/2 or [ 1-1/4] ! (When joining wood that has the same thickness of 3/4"). I'll continue my upward learning from this maestro!🙏🏾👏🏾👍🏾
Great video. Everyone should watch it. Very comprehensive and balanced take on pocket holes which is usually a controversial topic. Love the pace of your videos. Lots of in depth points but still keeping the video relatively short. The humor also keeps us engaged 😊
Just started woodworking in the past few weeks after wanting to for a long time. I opened this video and was immediately ready for class! Nick just seems like he was made to teach about wood! I wish i could have had a shop class with Nick!
Woodworking is actually my job! I've see many people on the internet using pocketholes, and i was really curious. You explained it very well! Since we make everything with machines, our main joint is the dowel. We even drill all the holes on a cnc. With regular cabinets for kitchens and custom living room cabinets where the screws will be hidden, we even use dowels without glue for alignment, and then just screw them together.
Amazing way of talking without fillers, great eyes and body language, sound terminology. Maybe you could make a video teaching your method of public speaking. Bless!
Just acquired a bunch of secondhand tools now that I'm moving to a place with a garage, and am excited to begin a new hobby. The best part, I think I found my Guru for questions now. Great, informative videos that broke it down super easy.
Sir, thank you for this. Most comprehensive video on this subject I’ve seen, while still being very entertaining. I wasn’t bored at all and for someone with adhd that a sign of a great teacher.
I have been looking online for a pocket hole jig all week, and your video was in my "recommended" list, I guess the algorithm was right this time. Thank you for the video.
I have spent a lot of time looking at the theory of different joining things by different methods and without doing anything. I thought this was THE BEST video and explained a lot of things properly making sense, as well as being accurate and concise.
You are absolutely amazing! Thank you! I have a great deal of renovations ahead of me, and because my husband works so much, I aim to grow my skills beyond demo and plumbing and get more of the work done myself. I am so happy to have found such an invaluable resource of knowledge!!
@@WorkshopCompanion absolutely! I mean it! You are thoroughly informative yet maintain an enthusiastic, positive, and engaging demeanor. I’m already envisioning ways I can use what I learn from you: from picture frames, plant shelves, and cat obstacle ledges; to kitchen-cabinet doors, and overhauling the entire bathroom vanity set up! You have my admiration and gratitude, and if you have a Patreon, you could also have my money 😆
Wow! _Really_ impressed by your work, Nick. 👏 I'm a teacher, and not much of a woodworker - I'm not even a Woodwork/'shop' teacher. So, it's the steps we're taken through, that I like most: they're _intuitive!_ • Set the context. • Pose a question. • Clarify the terminology. • Describe, then perform the activity, step by step - *not too slow* to bore experts - *not too fast* to confuse newbies (or folk with a non-English language background). • Explain technical aspects along the way. • Repeat the activity. • Consider the results. (Now I read over this, it has elements of the scientific method - which underlines why I think Nick's approach is excellent. 🙂) It's easy to whiz through some steps, and easy to throw jargon around - and both of these habits are common in many other how-to channels.
I very much appreciate your kind words and analysis, but I'm not sure all that goes through my head when I prepare a script for a video. As I said to another viewer, my teaching method can be described in three short phrases: Tell 'em what you're going to tell 'em; tell 'em; tell 'em what you told 'em.
This was a wonderfully-executed instructional video. I've watched damn near every pocket hole video on youtube and this was one of only two videos I found which addressed my concern about pilot holes. I'm so glad I found your channel. Thank you.
I loved watching you explain how to use the jig. You got straight to the point but in a very simple manner. So easy to understand. I feel very confident that I'm ready to take on building out my master closet. Wish me luck and thank you for giving me the confidence to use this jig. I got this.
Thank you. I love your personality and how you explain the full basics by giving solid examples on how to actually do pocket holes with specific tools and techniques. No not many other people talk about the pilot holes and how necessary they are just like with straight drilling.
What a great video!! Valuable information!! Some of the best woodworkers I’ve ever saw was during my deployment in Afghanistan in 04-05. This one guy in a small village in the Kandahar Province did everything by hand. No power tools whatsoever. Drilled holes with hand crank drill, saws etc!! It was a joy to watch him. But that village got hit pretty hard by the taliban because we were there and suffered a lot of casualties due to that! Love your videos man!!
