Repair Knots in Rustic Wood

Learn how to turn un-acceptable knots in rustic wood into acceptable ones using secrets from a Master Carpenter's bag-o-tricks...

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[AnthonyMiyazaki]

Just what I needed. I need to fix a knot in some plank paneling that came from some Pennsylvania barn wood that was shipped to the house about 60 years ago. It's extremely rough and the knot fell out and I could only salvage a portion of it. I'm thinking that I'll keep the two pieces I salvaged and then fill the rest in a similar manner that you've done. Many thanks Matt!

[Joew]

That last crackling audio dropout was excellent. I appreciate anyone who is able to poke fun at themselves. Thanks for the lessons and the laugh at the end. A moment’s relief in a troubled time.

[tonyworkswood]

Brilliant job, I've never seen this before using a branch to reproduce an actual realistic donor knot. Enjoyed watching. Tony

[WilliamAlanPhoto]

I wince a little when I see a video is so long, but yours are always packed with lots great info, and the driest humor anywhere. Thank you.

[roberte.]

The number of subscribers that this channel deserves is the current number times 10.

[TheWebMindset]

Mind blown. You, sir, are a true craftsman! I plan on learning a lot more from you so I can stay busy in my shop and stay out of trouble.

[ralphtrites]

Oh, you are the Master Carpenter! The snark begins with the snapshot intro! I have a whole (!) new appreciation for not avoiding knotty lumber! Good luck w new mic🎙!

[nettiejob]

I always enjoy your videos. I love they way you care about your craftmanship. Please keep them coming.

[cpcoark]

I never thought of repairing knots your way. This video was a golden nugget.

[anneoreilly]

Great shirt! Perfect humor match. Thanks for sharing your techniques, Matt.

[thewuf]

Chef's kiss at the end of the end! Kudos

[markmckeen]

Videos like this is exactly why I’m subscribed. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and expertise…and sense of humor 😂

[donwilliams]

NEXT LEVEL-off-the-wall-CARPENTRY! Knot the usual solution but, just the answer to fix the problem!

[brucemeller]

Love the use of raw/wild timber. Great job!

[WisconsinWanderer]

I’ve done this before but your skill on this was great! The end was hilarious!! thanks 😊

[photojed]

Once again I've learned something new from your channel. Thank you very much!

[AlAmantea]

Even after 45 years of woodworking, I still am learning! Goes to show, no one can know it all... but you sure do know a lot! Thanks for sharing this one... it's going in to my own bag of tricks for sure!

[juneritchie]

I really appreciate this demonstration! I do 'rustic' projects more often than knot 😉. It is great to have these tips so I can avoid just working around the holes. 👍

[johnpartridge]

Very good job also you have an easy way of talking & showing us the way to do things, thanks 👍

[yetimonster]

I love this video. At first I thought it was a Red Green episode. Why after 30 years of tinkering in my wood shop had I not thought of this method. I guess I know the answer. Good stuff.