3 LEVELS of Sawhorses: DIY to PRO Build

In this new series we introduce the 3 LEVELS concept, starting with Sawhorses :DIY to PRO Build. I got this idea from Epicurious, who is one of my favorite food channels. We want to shine a light on how you can take the same process and step it up, and make it usable for anyone!

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[RWM]

Been doing Carpentry for over 40 years. I like the folding set, very functional and cheap. We could build it out of left overs. The Pro one is really nice but I'd be afraid to use it and it would likely end up in the bathroom as a towel rack or the bedroom for holding quilts. Nice Job.

[shanoteri]

Me and my dad built those DIY ones when I was a teenager, and I still have them 30 years later.. they have taken a beating over the years and definitely have added some screws but they are still standing

[relikfages]

The DIY saw horse is best for working in the field. That way when the apprentice sends the saw through it because they set it to cut at full depth, you aren't losing $$$.

[mikefrancis]

I think some people dont understand the different uses for sawhorses and that you need different types for different wood working. Great job John and Sam. I got into woodworking because of your videos. Just wish good tools werent so expensive. Have 4 kids and cant afford much

[kylezilke]

When working in the field, I used to screw a 2x4 to my saw horses upright as a sacrificial piece when ripping material. I could change it out when needed. Thanks for your videos, I really enjoy this channel.

[nich]

I just gotta say that the first one looks the sturdiest.

[corujariousa]

The PRO build having a height adjustment is certainly a major advantage. I do have questions about the stability of the design in comparison to the other 2 models, since their legs spread farther (naturally more stable). Thanks for the video.

[funnyfarm]

I have made several sets of the DIY sawhorses over the years. Three things I do a little different 1. Bottom two screws go into bottom of I beam (more screw in the wood). 2 top of each leg, I cut a 1/4" 45° off so there is not a sharp edge. 3. I make a gusset out of scrap plywood and put it on the end under the I beam giving the sawhorse greater strength (doesn't have to be perfectly measured 1(hold, pencil and cut), but does take additional shorter screws).
Optional; cut one sawhorse a little longer than the other (a little over the width of both gussets), place a short piece of 2x4 under the ends of I beam between legs, then they will stack level. I make my sawhorses out of scrap 2x4 lumber from here and there. Nice thing about this concept is that you can make the legs as long or as short as you want them. I have one set that have 36" legs and another that are 32". I read a story one time about a builder that on each job he went to do framing/remodeling and such, he always made a set for the (new) homeowner from the scraps.

[kilianculver]

I’ll say the first set is the best when I was framing it’s awesome cause you can build a set to stack lumber and a set to cut and accommodated by a Miter saw and a good piece of ply wood it becomes a pretty great table and since they are cheap you don’t fill bad about someone setting the depth wrong or adding things to it

[bazilwreckerloughead]

My wife & I were at the grocery store the other day, when the 'produce sprayers' came on, I said out loud "Lettuce Spray!" She couldn't figure out why I was laughing so hard.

[grandsonandgrandfather]

I made a pair of the DIY ones years ago. They are heavy and bulky, BUT as strong as all get out. The top 2x4 can be easily replaced when it gets cut up. If I need something more portable for light work, then I go to my other sawhorses, but when the job is heavy and needs to be very stable, then I break out “ my little friends”. 😀

[rayjohn]

John - Thanks, owned a hardwood lumber company with an attached mill mfg stair parts, mantles, contract production work - yes, a big fan of Krenov - went to a workshop he gave - a very relaxed guy. Keep up the good work. Greatly admire your energy and attitude.

[bclance]

Yo Sam legit CRUSHED IT in front of the camera!!! 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼 MORE SAM

[seachelleart]

My guilty pleasure...watching woodworking/resin videos and wishing i had my own shop like this! Keep up the good work!

[BrunoLemos]

So, I'm 10 seconds into the video and I gotta pause to just write this and subscribe! I gotta say, you won me over the Ron/Nick portrait in the back!! I'm now positive that I'll like and enjoy any other video and anything else I see you building!!

[richardforster]

You get so much more clamping potential by setting the legs in a few inches from the ends with that first design.

[bryonw.]

Look at you spreading your DNA on the amateur sawhorse! The blood of the Can't wait to see where you go with this series.

[chrisnash]

Great Video! Loved all three, but my fave is the third one cause you can never find a sawhorse that gives you the height you want. The second one is my second favorite because you can fold them and put them away. Third one is great simply because it’s super sturdy and super simple to make.

[grahammacnaughton]

Love your videos! Can’t stop watching and re watching. I’ve dabbled in woodworking and construction on and off and am trying to get more technique and be more serious about it. Your shop makes me drool and want to continue with it!

[shmutube]

LOVE this idea of multiple levels for various workshops and finished products!