Making a Seriously Solid Step Stool - Woodworking

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This is a great looking solid wood two-step stool that'll be very handy to have around the house. While the joinery is fairly challenging, I've broken it down in the build course to make it reasonably easy for the average woodworker to do with standard shop tools. I used power tools for mine, taking it from rough milled lumber right to finished product, but it can also be done with hand tools only.
Recommended wood is any solid hardwood. I used ash for mine. It can be made from a softwood such as pine, but I figure if you are going to these lengths for the joinery, it's worth it to use a nice hardwood.

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[JohnHeisz]

▶️ Get the full 8 video build course plus plans at the $5 per month level on Patreon:
See the build article for free plans for this project and many more details:

This is a great looking solid wood two-step stool that'll be very handy to have around the house. While the joinery is fairly challenging, I've broken it down in the build course to make it reasonably easy for the average woodworker to do with standard shop tools. I used power tools for mine, taking it from rough milled lumber right to finished product, but it can also be done with hand tools only.
Recommended wood is any solid hardwood. I used ash for mine. It can be made from a softwood such as pine, but I figure if you are going to these lengths for the joinery, it's worth it to use a nice hardwood.

[oldman]

The quality of your work combined with excellent filming make it a nice way to start off a Sunday morning for me. Well done sir.

[asriver]

I love that virtually everything that can be made of wood in your shop is in fact made of wood. All that custom hardware in your table saw looks amazing, and that sled for your planer is great. I came here for stool ideas and ended up with 3 shop ideas unrelated to the stool. 10/10

[JayBates]

That 3 degree clamping jig is so simple and so brilliant for the dove tails at the router table.

[CitizenAyellowblue]

You’re right! That is some pretty interesting joinery. Nice practical project, especially for someone who wants to learn some new techniques. Thanks John.

[FireAngelOfLondon]

I am going to be making a step-stool soon and have seen several YouTube videos by various woodworkers on how to make one. This is by far the most entertaining to watch and also contains some very sound ideas. The result is beautiful as well as functional and looks as if it will be around for hundreds of years. Thanks for the inspiration.

[paulnels]

Such a humble little piece and you managed to make a it a thing of beauty.. very well done

[mycompasstv]

Well done, terrific joinery and build, a stool destined to be passed down generations.

[terry]

Made me think of the Amish masterpieces! Nothing not needed. No fancy unneeded exotic woods, no fluting or dodads, and just superb craftsmanship. Very well done!

[jacobthellamer]

I need to make one for my daughter. Thanks for the inspiration.

[onpetree]

John you are a talented craftsman. You have created a work of art with this project. I look always forward to each and every post. Thank you.

[FishersShop]

Great work John! Love the angles on the bottom and those dovetails. Turned out awesome.

[foos.]

That is some serious woodworking mastery, sir. Very calming to watch.

[ld]

In my opinion, this is one of your best videos. I’m talking content, production and music.

[kstano]

I´m not even a woodworker, but I find these videos so relaxing to watch. Thanks a lot!

[wwscott]

Stunning piece of work from homemade machines, jig's and clamps, and a touch of good craftsmanship. Music suited perfect.

[KSFWG]

Very nicely done. This is a great skill builder for someone wanting to take the next "step" up in their woodworking. It incorporates some really solid joinery to make this very strong and solid step stool. Thanks for the video!

[TimRoyalPastortim]

Seriously strong and seriously beautiful. Nice work, John

[vernonraines]

What fantastic craftsmanship! Great attention to detail, and you cannot beat oak wood for a project. Thank you so much

[EYALAVRAHAMI]

You are, indid, the best woodworker I've ever seen.
And I've seen many of them here on YouTube.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Proud to be your patreon.