How to make a push block. Essential woodworking jig and shop project.

Steve Ramsey - Woodworking for Mere Mortals

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When using a tablesaw, use a push block to control the wood and keep your fingers safe. In this video, I'll show you how to make this super simple push block (and push stick) with a replaceable base and cleat.
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0:00 Make a push stick first
1:27 Make the handle assembly
7:15 Base and cleats
9:18 How to use the push block
11:56 Design options
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КОМЕНТАРІ: 575

@DCgamer723 3 роки тому

Steve should make his own microjig intro with his push block, that would be awesome

@honzaburianek2317 3 роки тому

I realy miss those adds 😉

@PeppersPlantsnPowerTools 2 роки тому

Strangely, it’s what I was expecting when the video first started. 😂😂

@woodismusa 9 місяців тому

@@honzaburianek2317Me too

@oliverdelica2289 5 місяців тому

Those ads were peak WWMM

@GrapplingIgnorance 3 роки тому

Somehow I don't think Microjig is going to sponsor this one.

@a9ball1 7 місяців тому

One thing I did was glue some no slip material on the bottom of the push block and it helps. Got it from the dollar store and used spray glue.

@BillWanamaker 3 роки тому

Woodworking is so plagued by over complicating things. Thank you for always keeping it simple and getting the job done!

@danr9183 3 роки тому

I appreciate that despite having a very suitable spindle sander to clean up those parts with, you did the job with the random orbital sander to show how to make use of limited tools, especially the ones you prescribed in your weekend woodworker course. You're dedication to newbie woodworkers like me is appreciated. We can't all build vertical bandsaws and pantorouters just yet!

@Tula-cs1ef 2 роки тому

Agreed

@PeppersPlantsnPowerTools 2 роки тому

@Dan R Yes, I thought the exact same thing. Much appreciated.

@knowmad411 Рік тому

Yes! Gotta be honest here, though...I'm Googling "pantorouters" now. XD

@briant9764 3 роки тому

great idea saved me 50 bucks and maybe a finger

@mrwisterful 3 роки тому

Finally unit conversions, for us Non-Americans 😎

@robcarroll6105 Рік тому

Love your videos Steve. Just started last year at 60 and you have shown me how to build a cross cut sled , push block and push stick as well as countless tips. You make things seem achievable to beginners where others confuse you. Teaching is an art in itself

@davidbubsey2516 2 роки тому

Thanks! Push block plans.

@mb_a5383 11 місяців тому

K.I.S., the more I learn about woodworking, the more I appreciate K.I.S. Good stuff Steve, thanks.

@barrybaker5135 2 роки тому

That is perfect mate . complete novice like me can follow that

@mirameejung 3 роки тому

Oh Yay! Ive been looking forward to this video ever since you mentioned you were working on a “jig series” a few videos back. Can’t wait to see what you come up with next! 🖤

@ziomalZparafii 3 роки тому

Yay for metric values! Even after watching US woodworking films for a few years it still takes too much time in my head to do all those ⅜ conversions.

@BlameItOnGreg 3 роки тому

In the US, it’s becoming increasingly standard to be familiar with both USCS and metric, among people that design or build things. While most of the world can speak at least two languages, the US is starting to become versed in two systems of units. I personally like having the flexibility to use either.

@josephmcilhenney3224 3 роки тому

Absolutely LOVE this push block idea!

@521farmer Рік тому

OK Steve if they want to do it fine the blade only needs to be as high as the wood is ther been said thks again for sharing your project with us keep them coming ya got this

@padoco73 3 роки тому

The only part of this that makes me sad is the definitive end of the MicroJig intro jokes. I miss those. Still love Steve. I just miss the jokes.

@odhranlynch 3 роки тому

Mere Mortals Purr-Ripper. Sponsored by Bubbles and Cobra.

@henryskinner1092 3 роки тому

Me too!

@foos.998 3 роки тому

@@odhranlynch Yes! I was just going to say that Steve could incorporate similar jokes but make the product name incorporate one or both of the cats’ names. Great minds think alike!

@padoco73 3 роки тому

Princess Meow Meow brand push block? Or how about another Steve Favorite... [insert random color] Brand Push Block?

@donnyo65 Рік тому

Just discovered this channel two days after getting my first table saw - brilliant!

@BrianHw1 3 роки тому

Excellent plans, Steve! Thanks for including such great plans and templates! And I love that you keep things simple.

@monahantp3767 3 роки тому

Now there's a helpful shop-made tool. Just needs a coat of colorful paint! :D

@nelsonw2096 3 роки тому

I have to do *something* to stuff like this too. I have a box with stencils that gets pulled out when a wooden shop tool is made.

@David_K_pi 3 роки тому

Or spray lacquer.

@paulhargreaves1497 3 роки тому

Yellow!

@ecurbsemaj4873 3 роки тому

Yet another tidbit of knowledge to make my workshop safer and affordable. Thank you for passing on all of your experience in a relatable and entertaining way, it has made me a better weekend woodworker.

@tpottrell 3 роки тому

Thanks for including the metric conversions :)

@michaelhoffman2508 3 роки тому

Thanks again Steve! You’re the best.

@jlester4892 3 роки тому

Steve, thanks for producing this (and all of your) content. I made this push block and it is a game changer for me. Greatly appreciated!

@jumar360 Рік тому

I made your push block. Thanks for keeping us safe, Steve.

@infeelfurniture 3 роки тому

Thanks for the idea, after watching the video where the man was injured by the jointer, I review the technique and such videos are wery useful)

@flashatrno 2 роки тому

I love the simplicity of this! Thanks for giving us the plans!! You rock!

@markerhardt4549 Рік тому

Thank you for not having a giant corporate tool sponsor and a huge production workshop, you are keeping it real for the small guy like me and yet I found your router lift table on the Woodsmith thru shop notes and I backtracked it to find you.Stay real your amount of subscribers tells me that. I live in South Florida and the lack of hardwood suppliers is very very limited. Regard’s, Mark

@aaronarnold6444 3 роки тому

Great stuff Steve! Can’t wait to make both items next time I’m in my shop! The table saw is always my scariest cuts, so anything to keep my dainty fingers away from the blade is welcomed in my shop 😁

@richardharrold8777 3 роки тому

Thanks. This is a great idea. I like the focus on keeping it simple. We can always add features later as the need arises. Great to see the clamp rack in use behind that door too. I need one of those!

@mskonopacky 3 роки тому

Freud recommends the blade be high enough for the tooth to clear the top of the work piece.

@skysoldier31 3 роки тому

This allows the teeth to vent their heat out and will allow for a clean cut and longer lasting blade.

@svenwaibel7007 3 роки тому

All brands I know recommend that

@chrisschultz6541 3 роки тому

I'll use the height he used in the video for reference. But would there not be more time of the teeth being free of wood underneath the table surface? Thus allowing more time spent in the air for Cooling? Freud also recommends to buy Freud blades.

@jhersk 3 роки тому

I've always heard that you should set the height to the bottom of the gullet so it can clear the sawdust. There's also an argument to be made that a higher blade height makes the cut closer to perpendicular to the wood making a cleaner cut. So many opinions on this one!

@shaunmierzwa7776 3 роки тому

@@jhersk yeah that’s what I’ve learned as well. It makes for a cleaner and safer cut. Something about less chance of kickback due to the angle of attack of the teeth.

@gimlinfit 3 роки тому

I saw a post in a page on FB to make the spray-on template easier to remove without the glue afterwards. Put down some blue masking tape on the wood, then spray-on the glue, then the tape comes right off without the issue of the glue stuck to the wood. Thanks for the video Steve, love the channel and all your instruction!

@markduggan3451 3 роки тому

I'm glad you did this now as I've just bought my first table saw.

@cwell2112 3 роки тому

When you drill the two holes in the cleats, you could stack them up and gang drill so that the holes are all in the same location. That way if you replace a cleat, the holes will line up with the existing holes in the 2x4.

@imacracker515 3 роки тому

Gang drill............sounds sexy.

@cjoor 3 роки тому

@@imacracker515 Ew... no it doesn't

@clickster1883 3 роки тому

Good suggestion!

@RtotheK605 3 роки тому

Glad I read the comments before posting. I was thinking the same thing!

@michebre 2 роки тому

Steve, you are the best!! thanks so much for making available your push block and push stick plans.

@theclosetcarpenter7172 Рік тому

I freaking love this dude! Whenever I have questions about anything woodworking related, when I search youtube, this dude made a video with the answers I need already.

@simonvaughannikon 3 роки тому

Thanks Steve, I’ve been wanting to make one of these for ages. As usual, you make it simple! Thanks again, top man!

@jordanyoung3060 3 роки тому

Just made it thank you it’s awesome , super easy steps and print outs made it a breeze! I’m sure u saved me a finger or two over the next couple years haha thanks and can’t wait for the rest of this series !!!

@Emanemoston 3 роки тому

Thanks Steve, love your projects. Thank you.

@laurencemcintosh4488 2 роки тому

Perfect, Steve. Just what I need! Thanks!

@peteg4526 Рік тому

I made one of these last winter. I think it’s about time to replace the 2x4 base and the foot. Great design and cheap to build and maintain.

@ZER0MPH 4 місяці тому

Thank you so much for this simple push block build. I knew that I was in need of one to be safe, but I didn't want to drop $50 or $60 dollars at the store. Love the simplicity and will thank you every time I keep my digits safe! I'll be making one first thing tomorrow morning 😊

@OregonDARRYL 2 роки тому

Nothing's more noble than helping people prevent harm to themselves. I salute you, sir!

@martinwebb7294 3 роки тому

Steve, Thank you so much for the plans for this pushblock. Have them printed out and, when it warms up in NWA, I will be making a few of them.

@timconnell4570 2 роки тому

I like the reusable handle. Thnx

@chrishanthiekanayake6154 2 роки тому

Still learning carpentry . Thank you so much ! Really appriciate your videos . They are simple and easy to understand . Please make them coming 😊

@chitra2032 3 роки тому

So relaxing to watch.

@JiiPeeHoo69 Рік тому

Made your push block and it is wonderful. Thanks, Steve!

@kodosandkang 3 роки тому

Thank you Steve! This is exactly what type of video that drew me to you and also why I recommend you to everyone no matter what their skill level is!

@daveleyerle2525 3 роки тому

Thanks for the content, I’m stuck in quarantine, with covid, with all my woodworking quarantine due to being in the midst of moving to a dedicated shop AND 3 car garage! I can’t wait to get my French cleats made and do some projects like this!!!!

@buckmcdaniel8631 2 роки тому

I don't know how I missed this series, but I love it. It's like the old you, back again. For the push bloc, you probably got another suggestion, but I would have thought wood dowels instead of the screws. But, you are right. I keep my blade so close to the top of the wood, I would never hit them. Thanks for the videos and the instructions.

@drdanbhcmg Рік тому

You are fantastic, loved this video

@kevindunleavy4532 3 роки тому

Simple and safe.....thats what I like. Thanks as always Steve

@Veemack21 3 роки тому

Thank you an that’s some great advice!

@Cheeto_Duss Рік тому

Steve you are a true hero! Thanks for all your time and information!

@walterschock1270 Рік тому

Thanks - I will make one!!!

@thomask3017 3 роки тому

Hi Steve. I love this simple push-block, and I love that you have included metric measurements in your video. Greetings from Norway!

@adrianscarlett 2 роки тому

I drill a couple of holes near the back corners and push in some dowels. Makes it easy to change the height for thin material

@MarceloFreitas70 3 роки тому

Very simple and practical. Well done. Thank you for sharing.

@Erik_B 3 роки тому

Hoorayy for the metric details!

@tree_carcass_mangler 3 роки тому

I agree with you, a pushblock in conjunction with a stick is my prefered method. Thanks for posting, and thumbs up.

@user-qg6fy4yp8t 3 роки тому

Thanks, safety first!! Going to try your design!!

@FalconWing1813 3 роки тому

Just getting started and this will be a great help, thanks for the video!

@Kman44270 3 роки тому

Hey Steve, thanks for the video and the plans....your time and effort is appreciated.

@Alresu 8 місяців тому

Well, I guess this will be one of my beginner projects when starting to use my table saw. Easy and important. Thank you!

@michaelbradford4444 2 роки тому

Because of your video on building a simple sled I now have one and I love it. Also, applying pressure in 3 directions is the key to using a table saw and I TY for teaching me that. The simplified style you present in your videos has helped so many of us . TY Gonna make a push block today!

@wolfganghellmann9167 3 роки тому

simple is always best. Thanks Steve

@RickHenderson 2 роки тому

Fantastic Steve, thanks so much.

@majorhah8309 2 роки тому

Your videos and instruction to help aspiring woodworkers like me are much appreciated. Just finished building my first cross cut sled. On to the push block. Thanks for sharing.

@mikelknight799 Рік тому

It's just a push stick. No need to over engineer. Great design making one next. Wasn't sure why you had the end offset until the end on vid makes alot of sense just flip the piece over and you've got a new stop. Thanks Keep It Simple Stupid are usually the best designs and functionality. I'm not afraid of the screws you would really have to be cutting in REAL DEEP into a push block. FANTASTIC.

@rzinindiana8029 3 роки тому

Saw this early this morning... Stopped all my projects and make one like this. Started cutting some 1 3/8 strips... now I am doing it safely. THANKS.

@davidbaldwin2342 3 роки тому

Thanks again Steve, great tutorial, good solid advice as we’ve come to expect from you. Good wishes UKDave

@Stiin 3 роки тому

Man i cant tell you how much i love your videos, as a complete novice it helps a ton, thank you

@byronrhodes1659 3 роки тому

Thank you for your channel. This will be one of the first things I make when I get a table saw.

@harakiri881 2 роки тому

Great idea. Thank you.

@RicardoSteigleder 3 роки тому

O canal que me fez gostar de marcenaria! Adoro vocês! Abraço!

@yvonnemitcheson2418 3 роки тому

I really appreciate the free plans. Thank you

@markb8954 3 роки тому

Agree. The plans look great.

@michaelj.c.peters557 3 роки тому

As a new weekend woodworker I threw together a push block like this a long time ago. When I started learning more I bought a much better saw and after seeing every MicroJig promo on Steve’s videos I bought one. I love my microjig, but I find myself using my home made push block more often.

@patrickmclaughlin6013 2 роки тому

omg! google suggested this channel, great stuff! so practical and doable without needing $50,000 in tools I wouldn't even know how to use

@nelsonw2096 3 роки тому

This type of thing is why you are the BEST!! Keep up the good work!!!

@Spain42 2 роки тому

Love it! Thank you!

@SeaingTheWorld Рік тому

Thank You!!! I just retired and getting into woodworking. I was preparing to buy push blocks and came across the video. After viewing the video and looking around your work shop I will no longer purchase ANYTHING I can build.

@negotiableaffections 3 роки тому

Thanks Steve for a great, 'simple' idea, and fun project. I've d-loaded the plans and look forward to making this, [and the pushstick too hehe]

@BobbyHill2973 3 роки тому

I like this push block as is!

@bruscifer 3 роки тому

KISS always the best policy. Thanks for the ideas!

@jamishep 3 роки тому

Excellent simple jig well explained and demonstrated. Thank you Steve. I'm off to make one 🙂

@R3212T0R 3 роки тому

I'm gonna make one! Thanks!!

@alrivas1477 3 роки тому

Built it. Works great. Have overwhelming desire to paint it yellow ...

@Loredan150 3 роки тому

Thank you!!! Really helpful

@terrygabrielson5598 3 роки тому

Keeping it simple... is why I've watched his channel for years

@dbharrold 3 роки тому

That is great Steve, I've just made one along with a fence for my cheap table saw. It's now safer and more accurate.

@Not_TVs_Frank 3 роки тому

You can always mark a line around the 2x4 base as a warning for the screw depth. It's easy to forget to lower your blade, like when you switch from cutting a thick board to a thin one. The "warning line" on the sides of the push block may help you remember, or at least give you peace of mind knowing you're still in the "safe zone".

@chuckmaddox6725 2 роки тому

That's exactly what I did

@Alresu 8 місяців тому

Thank you for adding conversion to real units when you mention measurments. :)

@andrewbrown8148 3 роки тому

Great, simple design, Steve~! This is going to be great for some scrap, twisted 2x4 stock that I have. Thanks~!

@marktstinson 2 роки тому

you're the coolest man, thank you

@davestott750 3 роки тому

Thanks for the simple

@theMrFouldsy 3 роки тому

I really like the idea of using a wedged sliding dovetail to attach both the handle and cleat.

@alpagano50 Рік тому

looks good and simple

@laurianweisser5944 3 роки тому

I made one this morning. Quick and easy and the thing really does work as advertised.

@petermac6245 3 роки тому

I'm allso a K.I.S.S Fan ;)

@Rixster1217 3 роки тому

Love this, thank you for the PDF, I've been meaning to make a push stick & block forever but I just "keep pushing my luck". I'm not using my saw again until I make these, I kinda like my fingers!