Project: Gothic Bench - Part 1 of 3 New Brit Workshop (Peter) 2026-09-19 | Project: Gothic Bench - Part 1 of 3
BREAKING NEWS - 80,000 Subscribers !!! New Brit Workshop 2024-03-21 | When I started making videos 12 years ago I never dreamed that I might ever reach 80,000 subscribers. I remember jumping for joy when it was just 400. Thank you all for your support.
Parf Guide System - Basic Guide New Brit Workshop 2024-03-14 | Several people have asked me to produce an overview video of the Parf Guide System in order to help them understand the concept and to help them with their purchase options. This video describes the PGS in basic terms and outlines some of the additional kit that might be needed in the workshop or at the job site.Here are the links to videos that further explain the overall concept:The UJK Parf Product Overview:youtube.com/watch?v=H7zomxOaKm0The Ultimate Tracksaw Cutting Station:youtube.com/watch?v=auCZCcOxx7YFences and stops:youtube.com/watch?v=VFiD_NWZDp4
Stihl MSA 70 C Cordless Chainsaw and chainsaw advice New Brit Workshop 2024-02-27 | The recent storms had brought down all sorts of large branches and I have been lucky enough to borrow a cordless chainsaw to convert it all into logs for next winter. In this video I give advice about chainsaw use and safety.
How to make a simple logging saw horse New Brit Workshop 2024-02-16 | The recent high winds have brought a lot of branches down so now is the time to refill the log store. To make the cutting easier I have designed a simple folding logging saw horse.The plans are available free of charge but I need your email address. Go to my main YouTube page, select "About" to find my email address. I am told that this works better from a PC.
Tray Template for Mass Production - Part 2 New Brit Workshop 2024-01-29 | I am sorry for the delay in getting this video onto YouTube. This is the second and final part of my tray template project. In this video I show the new Axminster guide bushes used in the project and then use them to make the trays.I mention my previous video about making an interesting tray. It shows the assembly and finishing in detail for the trays being made in this video:youtube.com/watch?v=ih3nd_IE4M8
How to maintain your planing machine - key points New Brit Workshop 2024-01-17 | In this video I show how I go about my annual maintenance of my planing machine. Although I have a Jet planer, many others will have similar methods of adjustment. Setting the cutters will vary and here is a link to my original video for my old Electra Beckum machineyoutube.com/watch?v=1uXh1fx6JE0
Fences and Stops - My ultimate solutions (after trying many designs) New Brit Workshop 2024-01-10 | I have had a number of questions about my various fences and stops that I use on both my tracksaw cutting station and my Kapex mitre station. In this video I described some fence options and then show the ones that I use every day. These are my ultimate fence solutions having tried many other designs in the past.
Stihl BGA 57 Cordless Leaf Blower - Cordless, light, very effective with bags of power New Brit Workshop 2023-12-30 | I saw a neighbour using one of these machines - they are very quiet so no ear protection is needed and it is unlikely to disturb anyone on a Sunday morning. I managed to get hold of a used one but had to buy a new battery. See for yourself - 200 square metres of leaf blowing and still power to spare.
Stihl GTA26 Cordless Pruner - Easy to use and very effective New Brit Workshop 2023-12-16 | The GTA 26 would make an ideal present for a keen gardener and I wish that I had one of these when we had our wood burner in our old house. Cutting branches up to 4" thick is a piece of cake. Battery life reduces as the number of thicker cuts increases. My only criticism is the very odd case supplied with the kit version.I am grateful to Stihl for lending this demonstration tool to me.
Tray Template for Mass Production #1 New Brit Workshop 2023-12-12 | This is the first video in a mini series showing how to do repeat work, like a production line, in order to create many versions of the same item. In this video I introduce the project. Subsequent videos are yet to be filmed and will not appear until mid January 2024.
Stihl HTA 50 Cordless Pole Saw - easy to use and perfect for gardeners and garden contractors New Brit Workshop 2023-12-09 | I have had a Stihl chain saw for nearly 40 years and it has never let me down. Stihl have kindly provided their HTA 50 cordless pole saw in order for me to make this video. I am grateful to Andrew, the professional cameraman and film maker, who directed and filmed the making of this video. Do watch to the very end when some interesting visitors drop in on events.For really good machinery videos try Machinery Nation on YouTube:youtube.com/@MachineryNation
How to Make a Spline Sled New Brit Workshop 2023-11-27 | Splines are often used to strengthen right angled joints, mostly mitred joints, commonly used for boxes and trays. The splines can look attractive if a contrasting colour of wood is used. In this video I show how to make a spline jig for a table saw. There are many designs but whatever one you use do ensure that you take the greatest of care to avoid injury from the rotating saw blade.
B4FM Bike Intercom System - Cycling Safety and Smartphone Link New Brit Workshop 2023-11-22 | We love cycling but rarely cycle side by side so we have been unable to chat whilst pedalling. We bumped into a couple who were keen cyclists and they showed us their bike intercom kit. We bought a set from eBay (Amazon sell it as well) and have just returned from a short cycling holiday where we used the kit for the first time. It is fantastic and my wife and I can chat away whilst we cycle even when we are several hundred metres apart. I paid the full price for this kit and the manufacturer has no idea that I have made this video.
Morantz USB Plug and Play Microphone New Brit Workshop 2023-11-04 | I need a microphone for dubbing my videos but did not want to spend too much. Morantz has an excellent reputation for quality and this particular microphone was within my budget. I bough it through Amazon.Do watch to the very end as I recorded my own voice, with a mid Atlantic accent, imitating the well known early voice recording by Thomas Edison. I made adjustments to that sound clip in Final Cut Pro in order to "age" the recording.
Cozycase iPhone Bike Mount and Case - Brilliant New Brit Workshop 2023-10-26 | For a long time I have wanted a waterproof bike mount and case for my iPhone which then allows me to use a variety of maps and applications associated with cycling. After several hours of research I decided to buy the Cozycase from Amazon - I paid the full price and am a very happy customer.
Catch-Up (October 2023) New Brit Workshop 2023-10-12 | A number of things have cropped up recently and amongst them is a calculation error, thankfully pointed out by a clever viewer, which makes the Ultimate Tracksaw cutting station even more accurate than previously stated. In this video I also cover topics suggested by viewers.
Ultimate Tracksaw Setup and Calibration New Brit Workshop 2023-10-07 | The Ultimate Tracksaw Cutting Station video has proved very popular and so in this new video I elaborate on the symmetry aspect, show how I set up and calibrate my saw cutting and then do the five cut test. I am very pleased with the accuracy of this top and am delighted that many viewers have created tops to a greater degree of accuracy.STOP PRES:@SirLesMeyer has pointed out that my final caption should show that the deviation over 1 m should be 0.09 mm which is about 1/256 " - very very tiny !!
Ultimate Tracksaw Cutting Station Project New Brit Workshop 2023-10-02 | I needed to create a new tracksaw cutting station to suit some jig work that I have planned where symmetry is key. I was pleased to find a new timber company that sells Mediate. This video highlights the common errors when using the Parf Guide System and describes the new tracksaw cutting station.
Obelink - The Largest Camping Shop Imaginable New Brit Workshop 2023-09-23 | There is a huge camping shop in The Netherlands called Obelink. They sell everything that you can imagine to do with camping, caravans and motorhomes even those hard to find spares.
How to make an interesting tray New Brit Workshop 2023-08-20 | I wanted to make a medium sized tray but it had to look interesting. I decided to use mahogany and oak to give contrast. In this video I show how to make a template for router guide bush work. It is important to understand the "plug" and "hole" aspects of guide bush routing. I am happy to send a copy of the Template Offset guide but you can download it direct from the Axminster Tools product page for their Metric Guide Bush Set (it is currently on special offer): - axminstertools.com then search for product code 502571My other videos that may help with the concepts are: - UJK Guide Bush Set youtube.com/watch?v=A58rA_86uNw - How to make router templates youtube.com/watch?v=eH4RFJaVyC0
Festool CTSC Extractor Overview New Brit Workshop 2023-08-13 | I have recently bought the Festool CTLC Sys extractor and thought that it might interest you. It is an excellent machine but buyers should be aware of the limitations due to its battery capacity.
Much Needed Computer Upgrade New Brit Workshop 2023-08-10 | My old Windows laptop was struggling with video work for a couple of years and so I have been saving tp buy a new machine. Luckily my friend Andrew gave me some excellent advice and I have now moved to an Apple Mac. This video is just to let you know what I have been doing - it is not a review but just a simple account of my efforts over the last couple of weeks.
Kitchen Drawer Alterations to make space for a new, much deeper, hob unit New Brit Workshop 2023-07-22 | I was asked to help reduce the size of a pair of kitchen drawers to allow a new deeper hob unit to be fitted. This required the top two drawers to be made narrower. I did not take any video shots until I suddenly realised it might be of value to show some techniques and approaches to this sort of task.
Festool CSC Sys Mobile Base Construction New Brit Workshop 2023-07-18 | I began by planning a simple mobile base for this wonderful saw but then, at the end of filming, I added some extra bits - a drawer and a drop down battery storage area. These latter additions were not filmed - sorry. However, the drawer is not difficult and the drop down storage area just needs some careful thought.
Axminster Flagship Store Move New Brit Workshop 2023-07-11 | A friend of mine did not realise that the Axminster store in Devon had moved. Just in case others are not aware I have put this short video together to spread the news.
Festool CSC Sys 50 - Introduction and Setup New Brit Workshop 2023-07-06 | I have just bought the Festool CSC Sys 50 Basic and in this video I describe the machine and take you through the setup procedure. This is a fantastic saw which I bought at the normal price here in the UK. More videos will follow !
Camping Cook Table Mods and More New Brit Workshop 2023-06-20 | We had our first holiday for 5 years and used the outdoor cooking arrangements for the first time. Modifications and new ideas were needed...Link to Camping Petrushoeve:https://www.campingpetrushoeve.nl/en/Link to Vango:vango.co.uk/gb/camping-equipment/335-sizzle.htmlLink to Inventables X-Carve CNC:inventables.com/technologies/x-carve?ref=NewBritWorkshop
The Kings Award for Enterprise New Brit Workshop 2023-05-12 | His Majesty King Charles III has taken a personal role in awarding his King's Award for Enterprise in the Innovation category to Axminster Tools for their work to create the Parf Guide System Mk 2. Here is the story...Important Links:Axminster:axminstertools.comThe Parf Guide System Mk 2 at Axminster:axminstertools.com/ujk-technology-parf-guide-system-mkii-104779Parf Guide System Mk 2 Video 1:youtube.com/watch?v=8sLtHYEo-nwParf Guide System Mk 2 Video 2:youtube.com/watch?v=V6eR7R6r3B8Parf Guide System Mk 2 - 4 Cut Test:youtube.com/watch?v=7L6XMcRA9rw
Coffee Table Revival New Brit Workshop 2023-04-19 | I bought a coffee table for just £25 at an auction but it needed some work to get it closer to its original condition. In this video I take you through the refurbishment process and mention my home made furniture glides.
Motorhome Electrics - an overview for newcomers New Brit Workshop 2023-04-10 | The electrical side of motorhomes and caravans can be confusing. This simple guide may help newcomers.
How to stow bikes in a motorhome garage - an inexpensive solution New Brit Workshop 2023-03-18 | Stowing bikes securely in a motorhome garage may seem tricky and the bespoke solutions offered by some suppliers can be very expensive. So, I have done a bit of DIY to come up with my own inexpensive solution.
UJK Parf Products available from TSO in the US New Brit Workshop 2023-03-16 | I have had many questions from the US, including one from a really loyal supporter, asking about UJK Parf products that might be available from TSO in the US. So, I have put this short video together as a surprise for Pat Dee and I hope that it answers his and the many other queries that I have received.
Hymer Exsis-t 580 Pure - Introducing my Motorhome Series New Brit Workshop 2023-03-03 | It has taken a while but we have finally managed to get our motorhome. This is the first video in an add-hoc series about motorhomes but much of it will be of interest to campers and caravaners.
Parf Guide System and Tracksaw Cutting Station Advice and Tips New Brit Workshop 2023-02-23 | I have had a number of questions about the Parf Guide System (PGS) and also tracksaw cutting stations and so I have made this video in order to provide some advice and tips. The plans for the tracksaw cutting station shown in the video are available free of charge provided you let me know your email address.I am now working on several videos about motorhomes and much of the content will apply to caravans as well.Videos to check out:How to build a tracksaw cutting station:youtube.com/watch?v=xJ_dhbIdGqENew Cutting Station 4 cut test:youtube.com/watch?v=4phL-LKM2lgUJK Length Stop (shown in the video):youtube.com/watch?v=-CwXwC1qT0c
Festool - My Story New Brit Workshop 2022-11-29 | Over the years many people have asked about my woodworking background and even more have asked how I decided to buy Festool kit. Well, at long last, here is my Festool story.
How to Make a Hall Table - fitting the top and applying Osmo New Brit Workshop 2022-11-22 | This is the final video in the hall table series. In this video I create the top and apply the Osmo. I must say that I am very pleased with the result.
How to Make a Hall Table - Drawer Fitting New Brit Workshop 2022-11-14 | In the previous 3 videos we have taken the project from concept through to the main frame of the table and the veneering of the drawer front. In this video I complete the drawer construction and the fitting of the Accuride hidden under drawer runners. The next and final video will show the fitting of the top and the finishing with Osmo oil.
Blue Tit in Scaffolding New Brit Workshop 2022-11-12 | The Blue Tit is amazing and has been darting in and out of the scaffolding pole ends.
How to Make a Hall Table - Veneering the Drawer Front New Brit Workshop 2022-11-11 | I had used some veneer in a previous video in this series but not shown how I did it and so I have made this video to explain the process that I use. I do not have a veneer press and so I have to make do with what I have in the workshop.
How to Make a Hall Table - Frame Assembly New Brit Workshop 2022-11-07 | The hall table work continues. In this video I do the remaining domino slots, position the Accuride drawer runners and glue up the main frame.
How to Make a Hall Table - Getting Started New Brit Workshop 2022-11-01 | I had started this hall table several weeks ago but in that time I have changed my mind about the design and also made what I think is an improvement in the appearance of the wood. This is the first video about the project.
Latest Catch Up - making compromises New Brit Workshop 2022-10-10 | I have had to make some compromises with a project to build what was to become a hall table but....
How to Tackle Cabinet Restoration New Brit Workshop 2022-09-02 | I bought an old cabinet at auction and in this video I go through the simple steps to bring back to life.
New Parf Kit - UJK Expanding Superdogs New Brit Workshop 2022-08-20 | Having the Parf family of products made by one manufacturer ensures uniformity across the range and expands the options when using the kit. The latest edition in the UJK Parf range are the Expanding Superdogs which come in 4 popular sizes. They are available now from Axminster Tools.
The Electric Garden - Pole Saw New Brit Workshop 2022-08-12 | This is the third and final video in my "Electric Garden" series. My aim has been to provide viewers with sufficient information to help to inform their decisions before investing in cordless garden tools.
Catch-Up and a few useful tips ! New Brit Workshop 2022-08-02 | I have been away for a while and found the workshop too warm in the 39.5 degree C heat but now I am back.
The Electric Garden - The Hedge Trimmer New Brit Workshop 2022-06-23 | This is the second video in this three part series. This is not a review but a demonstration that I hope will inform you what to look for when you go to buy a hedge trimmer.
Router Table Double End Stop New Brit Workshop 2022-06-10 | I am making a new hall table from Mahogany and want to do a bunch of identical chamfer cuts in the legs as part of the design. So, I have made a reusable double stop for the router table. I will make the plans available within a week following this upload.
The Electric Garden - Video 1 - The Strimmer New Brit Workshop 2022-05-31 | I have had many requests to cover rechargeable garden tools and have been lent some equipment so that I can introduce viewers to the subject. This is not a review and is designed to explain what to look for when buying such equipment.
Workshop Extractor Maintenance New Brit Workshop 2022-05-20 | It is a good idea to regularly check workshop dust extractors replacing dust bags and filters when required. In this video I record the process for my 3 workshop extractors. I also give some useful tips.
