HOW TO MAKE A FOLDABLE STAIRCASE!

2021 ж. 21 Шіл.
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    @WobyDesign@WobyDesign2 жыл бұрын
    • Wait are you not a stair designer!! Ive been watching this whole time thinking u designed stairs for a living

      @alanburford@alanburford2 жыл бұрын
    • Looking good bro! I must admit i did say put a pull down/handrail on the outside for ease and extra structure. Nothing to do with safety i know you’re not an idiot! Keep up the great work. (Btw before people judge my comment ive been building houses for 14+ years)

      @A88A88@A88A882 жыл бұрын
    • To mute the haters, add a aluminum bar going the length of the outside of the right stringer to remove the flex in the stairs under heavy load. Love the commitment to perfecting this "simple" project, keep it going

      @RoyTheeNorwegian@RoyTheeNorwegian2 жыл бұрын
    • that's really cool. But if you want to stop the haters about the load capacity of it. Just build yourself a simple pully-lift for the heavy things.....and have the stairs just be for yourself, and light items. I think a pully-lift should be in all 2 story homes. LOL

      @Sahadi420@Sahadi4202 жыл бұрын
    • I Literally Just Found Your Channel And I Immediately Subscribed!!!! You Are An Amazing Craftsman, And I Love Those Cool Foldable Stairs That You Built!!!! I Would Love To Work With You One Day!!!! As Far As The Haters, F@#k 'em!!!! BTW You Inspired Me To Want To Create My Own Foldable Stairs For My Mezzanine!!!! Thank You For Being You Bro!!!!!!!!!💪💪💪❤️❤️❤️

      @crazyericstewartofcanton9999@crazyericstewartofcanton99992 жыл бұрын
  • My favourite part: "I add these sorry ass hand rails." "here's your stupid, fckin hand rails." haha

    @kenea3226@kenea32262 жыл бұрын
  • My man made this video off of spite. I love that.

    @SeigiVA@SeigiVA2 жыл бұрын
    • not just the video, the staircase

      @tuseroni6085@tuseroni60852 жыл бұрын
    • Out of spite!

      @gasgiant7122@gasgiant71222 жыл бұрын
    • Yeah but I don't think it's good to give attention to those types of comments!

      @faizrahman7601@faizrahman76012 жыл бұрын
    • I live off of spite and caffeine, I respect it

      @maxgoldstein6309@maxgoldstein63092 жыл бұрын
    • @@faizrahman7601 I like how he calls them out its so satisfying lol

      @adept00@adept002 жыл бұрын
  • The author does like to from scratch, kzhead.infoUgkxbnOKZBE4evMO5V2vroHeCjq6d_MV6wJO shaping and trimming wood from large blocks into fine finished products. As another reviewer mentioned, most projects require a lot of high-dollar equipment that most of us don’t have the room or budget for. But, knowing how to do these things, even if we won’t be able to practise the full stack project, is still great.

    @georgerob4796@georgerob47962 ай бұрын
  • I've been in commercial and residential construction over 50 years, I would definitely use those stairs. Very well done. 👍

    @rbe3908@rbe39082 жыл бұрын
    • Orginically designed by Zev Bianchi.

      @theproudONE92@theproudONE92 Жыл бұрын
    • I love this design also I only have one problem. screws on bright side are in a pulling position instead of a pushing position constantly pulling on the threads. Think I would use a countersink with nuts on the back. What do you think

      @billiebowling7755@billiebowling7755Ай бұрын
  • just remember man 90% of guys giving u shit have never picked up a hammer and definitely not put there self out here to try and make something love ur stuff

    @nailedinscotland@nailedinscotland2 жыл бұрын
    • @@nialltracey2599 It depends. Screwing a screw into the end of a grain isn't typically as strong as perpendicular to the grain, so I would avoid load bearing with an end grain screw, but I do consider them to be load bearing. Even in a shear test, where the load is perpendicular to the screw length, the grip of the grain is helping resist the screw bending and pulling its way out. Getting the correct size of pilot hole is key. Screws in plywood are pretty strong because it resists shearing out big chunks and is less likely to split sideways.

      @TimpBizkit@TimpBizkit2 жыл бұрын
    • @@Nbomber for fuck’s sake a little dose of humility won’t do none of us any harm.

      @MikeyDreamerLam@MikeyDreamerLam2 жыл бұрын
    • You don't need a hammer if you use screws and bolts.

      @zebraloverbridget@zebraloverbridget2 жыл бұрын
    • @@nialltracey2599 no

      @bjarnithorarensen9870@bjarnithorarensen98702 жыл бұрын
    • @@nialltracey2599 Screws should not be used in structural applications unless they are specifically designed for that purpose. The issue with screws is their shear strength, they hold well but they can't bend, they just break. Nails won't break, they'll just bend, and that is why we prefer nails over screws for structural work. Carriage bolts are also a good idea to use when needed and applicable, they are used all the time in structural applications.

      @benjamincarpenter4376@benjamincarpenter43762 жыл бұрын
  • I dont understand people..... I thought your foldable staircase was a brilliant idea first time I saw it. Keep up the good work!

    @Sutehani@Sutehani2 жыл бұрын
    • Some people are just fat and lazy and always need support for anything.

      @aoh4905@aoh49052 жыл бұрын
    • I thought it was brilliant too! I was wondering if his amazing mind would come up with a folding stair rail too, lol, to stop the haters.

      @dizzytt69@dizzytt692 жыл бұрын
    • The 1st one was great, but y'all have to admit, without the haters, he wouldn't have made the superior version.

      @EstebanJulianRamos@EstebanJulianRamos2 жыл бұрын
    • The proper response to why is "Think about it", that is all that needs to be said. Nothing else. Yes I have a low tolerance for stupidity.

      @jeffreysmith236@jeffreysmith2362 жыл бұрын
    • @@dizzytt69 Well, I believe it could be done. It could fold UP (towards the loft) and parallel and down on itself before you fold the staircase itself.

      @Growmap@Growmap2 жыл бұрын
  • I've never heard of you before, KZhead randomly suggested this video today, and I'm so glad it did! I couldn't care less about your skateboard projects or your folding stairs, but I freaking LOVED your snappy, saucy commentary and your sarcastic, yet ultimately very positive and enlightening attitude to life. If this is what all your videos are like, you can do whatever you want, it doesn't matter what your video is officially about, I'll watch it just to listen to how you talk about shit. Stay frosty, dude, you rock!

    @AdamBragg@AdamBragg2 жыл бұрын
  • I just wanna thank the haters for giving enough engagement to this channel so I can discover and sub it. Such a genius idea. How has no one in the minimalist architecture world not try this yet?

    @ManageableRapTactics@ManageableRapTactics2 жыл бұрын
  • This was absolutely therapeutic to watch your response to those low quality comments that come en masse when something goes viral (it’s not all it’s cracked up to be) amazing work! Haven’t seen any of your skateboard stuff yet but am about to.

    @CharacterDesignForge@CharacterDesignForge2 жыл бұрын
    • @@Nbomber its as if thats not what i meant at all

      @CharacterDesignForge@CharacterDesignForge2 жыл бұрын
    • @@Nbomber ??? The hills that yall will die on to be entitled to lay in to people as though you know better is really astounding. Stop trying to pick a fight, i have other things to do

      @CharacterDesignForge@CharacterDesignForge2 жыл бұрын
    • @@Nbomber I don't believe anything that I said had anything to do with stairs or building codes. It's not the subject of my original comment or any further one. Online, if you're familiar with having a large number of anonymous followers, there are instances where, especially a large influx of people who are outside of your audience meet with your content, and make either snap judgements, out of context criticisms or dismissive and cruel remarks. When a sea of things like this, mixed in with the positive, come at someone all at once, I'm sure you can understand how overwhelming that can be. I'm so happy for you that you were able to get your degree. But I certainly don't know why you're talking to me.

      @CharacterDesignForge@CharacterDesignForge2 жыл бұрын
    • Keep your eyes off our building codes and worry about the dental care in your country. It's not like this staircase is installed inside of a mall. It's one dude who is going to be using it, I'm pretty sure you don't need to be considered with the safety aspect. People are so uptight about nothing these days.

      @kevins5016@kevins50162 жыл бұрын
    • ​@@Nbomber keep saying the words "building codes" at me, you'll be sure to prove I'm wrong about the way that people get harassed en masse by strangers on the internet, the way that you're currently doing despite me having nothing to do with building stairs, soon enough.

      @CharacterDesignForge@CharacterDesignForge2 жыл бұрын
  • It's awesome that in breaking the staircase you paid close attention to the methods of failure. You turned a therapeutic/cathartic exercise into destructive testing!

    @bradballard0819@bradballard08192 жыл бұрын
    • This makes me think of my favorite Adam Savage quote. "Remember kids, the only difference between DOING SCIENCE and MESSING AROUND is writing down everything that happens"

      @truepennytv@truepennytv2 жыл бұрын
  • Screw the haters. Anyone who's worked in a small shop knows space is precious. This looks awesome, seems rock solid, and is a solid space saver. Love your videos!

    @Nunnikins@Nunnikins2 жыл бұрын
  • Not sure why you would need handrails, when you should be just wearing a harness and a personal airbag.........great work thanks for going through all of this just to entertain us.

    @joeselby6026@joeselby60262 жыл бұрын
    • And throw on elbow and knee pads while you’re at it 😂😝 Jk… please stay true to yourself and your brand instead of listening to the “Karen’s” of the internet

      @nimer9664@nimer96642 жыл бұрын
    • @@nimer9664 😮 Shame on you....you forgot to mention the hard hat and the Colin Furze patented 'Safety Tie' 😂😂

      @robertharris8106@robertharris81062 жыл бұрын
    • Mouthpiece?

      @sethbybee2573@sethbybee25732 жыл бұрын
    • @@robertharris8106 Hell yer

      @MrDaniell1234@MrDaniell12342 жыл бұрын
    • Yea the handrails was unnecessary but looks great tho...

      @LimYQS@LimYQS2 жыл бұрын
  • I love you.

    @MakeSomething@MakeSomething2 жыл бұрын
    • I too love this man

      @TheSubtleBeast@TheSubtleBeast2 жыл бұрын
    • We love you too David

      @Lopezaaronn@Lopezaaronn2 жыл бұрын
    • If you ask me it seems like Ben was...just having some fun....

      @kyronnewbury@kyronnewbury2 жыл бұрын
    • I love ur mum

      @ashlash8242@ashlash82422 жыл бұрын
    • @@ashlash8242 I love ur dad

      @ToyTehShammy@ToyTehShammy2 жыл бұрын
  • Structural Designer here. Woby, I would use this video to teach structural design to future students. There is nothing quite like seeing someone actually do the work. It certainly gave me ideas. I'm going to give insight with the intent of helping you and viewers understand the structural integrity behind these designs, so anyone who is considering/planning to use this video as guidance for their project. For anyone wondering why there is still observable deflection (bounce) or wants to get rid of that deflection (bounce) for their particular design, make the outside stringer deeper. Woby stayed consistent with the standard 2x12 (1.5"x11.25" actual dimensions) stringer depth (11.25") and decided to go for stronger and wider material. The design will get more bang per buck if you go deeper rather than wider in this case. The deeper you make it, the less deflection (bounce). This becomes more important as the length of the stringer increases. Also the inside stringer is a ledge rather than a true stringer. Its supported directly by the wall via the screw pattern. You don't have to spend much time or material on the actual ledge here. just make certain that you are screwing into the structure adequately. I would only recommend these stairs after seeing exact design of the built up stringer. I'd prefer you guys buy LVLs rather than make your own stringers. They go up to 24" deep and are designed to be used as a solid built up piece. If the lumber company has a good designer, they can design the stringer for you just because they are selling you the lumber.

    @rayshawnholmes603@rayshawnholmes6032 жыл бұрын
    • Can you clarify what you mean by “deeper” (for the stringer)? Do you mean make the stringer longer and therefore lessen the total angle of the stairs?

      @Dartanian3000@Dartanian30009 ай бұрын
    • Deeper as in the depth of the stair stringer. If wolby used a 2x10 for the stair stringer both times, he wouldve gotten less bounce if he used a 2x12 the second time. I hope thats clear.

      @rayshawnholmes603@rayshawnholmes6039 ай бұрын
    • Hi @raysawnholmes603 Would you be able to post some homedepot links to the products you are suggestion? it might give me a better visual representation of what you are describing. Thank you!

      @GurpreetSingh-et8ix@GurpreetSingh-et8ix3 ай бұрын
  • You handled the negative comments with a perfect balance of sarcasm and kindness. I loved it!

    @allisonhouck5846@allisonhouck58462 ай бұрын
  • 19:38 the world needs a whole lot more of this mentality right now. you rock bro, keep it up!!

    @toddtusler1024@toddtusler10242 жыл бұрын
    • 16:53 Yes, the world needs more of this!

      @stalincat2457@stalincat24572 жыл бұрын
  • Love how he over-engineered the shit out of it just for the haters. Got me cracking up man I love this guy

    @CivilizedWarrior@CivilizedWarrior2 жыл бұрын
    • @@nialltracey2599 you’re the problem.

      @WobyDesign@WobyDesign2 жыл бұрын
    • @@nialltracey2599 He didn't use wood screws. That was the whole reason why he pointed out the different hardware with much stronger grip. That being said, adding some kind of nylon webbing strap that crosses under each step attaching to both stringers could provide some additional security in case of screw or hinge failure. Unnecessary, but hey, if you're gonna over build something for the delight and spite of it, go hard. haha.

      @Isaac_Norman@Isaac_Norman2 жыл бұрын
    • @@WobyDesign Your videos are fun. Thanks for making videos like this that are cathartic on multiple levels.

      @Isaac_Norman@Isaac_Norman2 жыл бұрын
    • @@nialltracey2599 That's pretty much exactly what they are designed for. Nails are stronger when it comes to sheer strength, and screws are much harder to pull out and are prefered when the forces are acting more or less in line with the fasteners. You just need to have enough screws to share the load.

      @cybermanne@cybermanne2 жыл бұрын
    • ​@@Nbomber Its his stair, he point out that his not a pro stair builder and furthermore state that you should use your own brain if your ever gonna build it, and even then, its at your own risk. So what is the problem? If you dont find this interesting, educating or anything positive, leave it, spend your time at something else that makes your day rock, instead of this semi troll crap..

      @jacobrasmussen4619@jacobrasmussen46192 жыл бұрын
  • I think the foldable stairs have a really great application for families with small children. In a garage or barn or whatever where you want to be able to easily access your loft space, but not make it easy for small children to run up there and play dangerously, this design seems awesome. Kids can grab their bikes or ride on toys down below without mom or dad hollering for them to stay off the steps or ladder haha. It would be cool to see some sort of folding handrail set on the outside, just to see how it could be done, and a latch with a lock to keep it all in place. Maybe the next person to try to improve upon these can add that stuff. Great idea and super video!

    @CMUShawna@CMUShawna2 жыл бұрын
    • Sorry I know this is hella old but I think the foldable staircase with an outside handrail would be easy to implement by just making the stringers & steps thicker and attaching a full handrail to the outside stringer: can easily still be folded up and down while having a safety measure for when you don't need the steps.

      @sujurean@sujurean Жыл бұрын
  • I cannot fathom why anyone would feel the need to hate on something that made YOUR work space better for YOU. Thank you for this video. I'm still learning the ins and outs of building things. I definitely should've paid more attention in my math classes. My work space has a loft and I intend to do something similar but on a smaller scale and maybe more of a library ladder type of incline. Thank you again Woby!

    @jtompkins1277@jtompkins12772 жыл бұрын
  • Using that “hollow” middle layer for the steps was a genius move, a very smart way to minimise weight while sacrificing the least strength

    @Coach_Quickly@Coach_Quickly2 жыл бұрын
    • not sure in this case, but sometimes that even can make it stronger. removing material that is, as the force is not passing through the same way or something...dunno exactly why.

      @MaartenOosterbaan@MaartenOosterbaan2 жыл бұрын
    • @@MaartenOosterbaan That is not correct. If you go for the same dimensions, the dense material is stronger. That is not necessarily the case if you go for other dimensions. So if you compare a hollow step to the non hollow step, the non hollow step has more strength, but at the cost of being a lot heavier while not giving you a huge bonus in strength. If you want I can search for a video from an engineer who explains this.

      @dieabsolutegluckskuche5174@dieabsolutegluckskuche51742 жыл бұрын
    • @@MaartenOosterbaan Didn't see your first sentence, sorry KZhead was buggy. If you compare an already hollow design (which one many people often see as the non hollow design) with another hollow design, the lighter one can be better.

      @dieabsolutegluckskuche5174@dieabsolutegluckskuche51742 жыл бұрын
    • @@dieabsolutegluckskuche5174 yeah I know in certain dimensions the same material can be stronger with less material than when it’s just a massive slab. But the strength then comes from the form I guess. At least that makes the most sense to me but I haven’t researched it and therefor my initial sentence. Because removing material in the right way could create the stronger form as such (technically…😁).

      @MaartenOosterbaan@MaartenOosterbaan2 жыл бұрын
    • Take into consideration the strength of the runner. Reducing all that extra weight for a short step vs the long runner and the load it is caring the whole length. Also consider that the main part used in a step is the very front that takes no only the weight but the G-force of collision and that is where the strength needs to be. Now compare that thought to a ladder which also has a hollow step and think a little harder before you comment again. If he really thinks these comments have any merit he could always add a vertical piece of material or metal to the very front not out of necessity but to shut people up.

      @jackcarter1365@jackcarter13652 жыл бұрын
  • This video is exactly what the internet needs sometimes. A blunt, in your face, deal with it dose of reality. I can dig it. Keep doing you. BTW, I thought the first set was super smart, and never even thought about the dumb things people kept screaming.

    @TheCHRISCaPWN@TheCHRISCaPWN2 жыл бұрын
    • My thoughts exactly Chris!

      @JohnnyG2573@JohnnyG25732 жыл бұрын
  • Those handrails are the most beautiful handrails in the history of handrails.

    @LUCKY_LARRY@LUCKY_LARRY2 жыл бұрын
  • No more handrails. Excellent solution. Nice job!

    @rborman1@rborman12 жыл бұрын
  • First of we all need someone who says ;"Babe, breathe"! Iv'e seen almost all of your video's and you always make cool, beautifull and usefull stuff. And haters are not makers, dude. Lots of love and appreciation from the Netherlands. 😁

    @LucasDirkx@LucasDirkx2 жыл бұрын
  • Using the laminated plywood for your stringers was a great idea. Much stronger than dimensional lumber and unlimited length. Also, great use of your very limited space.

    @WhatIsKenDoing@WhatIsKenDoing2 жыл бұрын
  • Best advice I ever received is Other people's opinions are none of your business. Your critic's risk nothing by expressing their input. You are the innovator keep it up. Critic's don't blow up the internet you did !!! keep it up homie!!

    @danowelton3221@danowelton322111 ай бұрын
  • I’m so glad you made this. What a great alternative to the typical tiny house stairs with storage that take up precious floor space. Thanks for the guide!

    @armelmartin5343@armelmartin53432 жыл бұрын
  • I’ve been a carpenter/woodworker for 30 years, and I think you’ve done a great job, don’t listen to the trolls!!

    @Learnwoodwork@Learnwoodwork2 жыл бұрын
  • WOW! Love the staircase, love your ingenuity, love your sense of humor and love the fact that your wife doesn’t take you too seriously!

    @brannonwhite3036@brannonwhite30362 жыл бұрын
  • What a dope idea! As a guy that lives in a small apartment I can confirm: every meter of space matters!

    @JungleHam@JungleHam2 жыл бұрын
  • Love the solution! It's perfect for storage you don't access all the time. I will definitely be keeping this in mind if I ever have a loft. Skateboard grip tape for the treads is genius - stealing that now for my basement stairs!

    @DocNo27@DocNo272 жыл бұрын
  • Wasn’t made out of old skateboards unsub! 😂 😂 Looks great my dude!

    @beefmusketbill223@beefmusketbill2232 жыл бұрын
    • bruh there was grip tape..... hahaha

      @Cruzio619@Cruzio6192 жыл бұрын
  • This man is teaching us not only how he built his stairs, but math as well. Wow. 😄 🔥💪

    @tyangchizzle@tyangchizzle2 жыл бұрын
  • “More handrails” is hence the “more cowbell” of woodworking. 👑 Woby🔥

    @ivannikcevic2434@ivannikcevic2434 Жыл бұрын
  • When your wife walked in during the ad. Awesome. So glad you kept in!

    @76JPH@76JPH2 жыл бұрын
  • Completely overbuilt. Stronger than the damn building. Love it!

    @taterkaze9428@taterkaze94282 жыл бұрын
  • The fart sound for every negative comment had me rolling! 😂🤣

    @andrewshaneyfelt4789@andrewshaneyfelt47892 жыл бұрын
  • Great folding stairs. Nice engineering. Going to use this for outside stairs so the bears don’t get up my deck and break into my cabin ! Thanks.

    @joemanflyer2001@joemanflyer20012 жыл бұрын
    • Great alternative application. Hadn’t thought of it as a security feature. Love the idea.

      @johnlee7085@johnlee70852 жыл бұрын
  • I've been watching videos on how to build stairs to go up to my roof because I fear ladders and yours is the most ingenious, simplistic, and low profile that is perfect for me to make. Thank you!!

    @GigglyGirlPearl@GigglyGirlPearl2 жыл бұрын
  • You got 99 problems and haters ain't one! Loved your stairs and how you explained everything! I would definitely make them! Thanks Man!!!

    @LWLillie1@LWLillie12 жыл бұрын
  • Thank you! One for your version of a foldable staircase. Secondly for the laughs.... From your wife interrupting your vlog to the hilarious negative comments. You're awesome!

    @clifflamb4179@clifflamb41792 жыл бұрын
  • Bro I love it man. Definitely need the “Woby Design” logo on the bottom so you can see it when it’s folded up, out of broken skateboards of course. Mad props man sending love from NC ! Whooooooooo!

    @wiley8976@wiley89762 жыл бұрын
  • That's really awesome. I think non-creative / non-engineering types don't understand the drive to design and make cool, challenging, useful things because it's fun to solve problems in unique ways.

    @colonelb@colonelb2 жыл бұрын
  • I was searching for videos on folding stairways to address getting to the loft in my newly built shop, and this was the first video that came up. Since then, I’ve watched a ton of other videos, but after about every third one, I kept coming back to this one! I’m taking that as a sign and adapting your design to my needs. Especially useful were the ideas to double the hinges, and laminating plywood to meet the need for custom lengths and thicknesses. Thanks, subbed…stay safe!

    @DEADorALIVEkayaking@DEADorALIVEkayaking Жыл бұрын
  • I absolutely love these stairs - such an innovative design and incredibly satisfying. Your videos are a joy to watch and your attitude and creativity are inspiring. please keep it up :)

    @owencantwell-kelly1544@owencantwell-kelly15442 жыл бұрын
  • That idea is so cool! The design looks really artistic as well as functional. I love the way it folds flat on the wall in such an elegant way.

    @aaronengineer@aaronengineer2 жыл бұрын
  • I love the design for your staircase. Your explanation of how you built it was great.

    @karingustafson7261@karingustafson72612 жыл бұрын
  • Great job! Love the space-saving aspect. I see these helping in the tiny house movement. Amen, too fixing problems & not creating them. God Bless

    @homegrowncountry1540@homegrowncountry15402 жыл бұрын
  • I saw the short of this and have been looking forward to this one!

    @ScotGardi@ScotGardi2 жыл бұрын
  • Absolutely love how you handle the online grouch brigade. Consider this a very amused subscription. =)

    @SordidEuphemism@SordidEuphemism2 жыл бұрын
  • I rarely comment on videos, but this one made me smile all the way through. Best comeback to negative comments I have ever seen. Keep making awesome stuff, really excited I found this channel!!!

    @Rfunn@Rfunn2 жыл бұрын
  • Brilliant idea and build!!!! As an engineer, I would offer a suggestion. Use a steel plate on the opposite side of the tread from the hinge than you can use flat top Allen head structural bolts and run a bolt through the tread and the steel backer plate. That way there is no danger of a screw pulling out over time. The most susceptible point to failure is at the tread on the upside-down stringer side. Now having said that again I want to congratulate you on an innovative design, It's brilliant and very very cool. I am thinking to use this idea in my new building/workshop. I never liked the idea of permanent stairs taking up valuable floor space. Your design may be the perfect solution. Great Job !!!!!

    @mccwho@mccwho2 жыл бұрын
  • Certified banger!

    @ModernBuilds@ModernBuilds2 жыл бұрын
    • You're awesome, keep up the great attitude! Top notch work.

      @josemercado2288@josemercado22882 жыл бұрын
  • Absolutely brilliant! Perfect for tiny house solutions!

    @CybOrSpasm@CybOrSpasm2 жыл бұрын
  • Your personality makes this video even more enjoyable to watch. Love how your changing things up a bit for yourself. Took a shitty management situation and turned it into more views. Good for you man!

    @DS-zo1fv@DS-zo1fv2 жыл бұрын
  • I have never watched this young man before but I love his video & his work. People do need to mind there on business. When I was raised & I passed it on to my kids that " IF YOU DON'T HAVE ANYTHING NICE TO SAY TO SOMEONE , THAN DON'T SAY NOTHING AT ALL."

    @leannaflinn6282@leannaflinn62822 жыл бұрын
  • We need more people like you. Keep grinding and being creative! Thanks for inspiring me to be creative in my own life 🙌🏼

    @ajstephens4019@ajstephens40192 жыл бұрын
  • This is awesome. I just noticed how the folded staircase aligns so closely to the handrail, you could definitely use the handrail to clip it in place when it folds! The way it is now, it kind of sways back and forth a bit even folded. Functionally its irrelevant but asthetically I think having the stairs locked solid would be appealing, and this could be done easily with some small wedges to add friction against the rail.

    @shivaargula4735@shivaargula47352 жыл бұрын
  • I had a problem like you.... i called my unclce Lynn... Best contractor west of the Missouri!! 😂... he sent me this video.. it'll probably change my life!! I might make mine out of walnut... once you think you know it all... this guy comes in and puts everyone in their place...Great video !!!!

    @woodpecker-dw6et@woodpecker-dw6et9 күн бұрын
  • Just found your channel. We’re adding a loft to our garage so I immediately shared it with my hubby. Love the humor and your genius design. Thank you! Thank you!! 👏 👏 👏

    @katmandu2478@katmandu2478 Жыл бұрын
  • Really enjoyed this! As a general contractor, I fully appreciate the time, skill and knowledge involved in this amazing project! Well done sir!

    @woodbutcher864@woodbutcher8642 жыл бұрын
  • I'll be making/ installing one of these at my tiny cabin this weekend. You were my inspiration. Thank you and wish me luck!

    @ryanbaker7352@ryanbaker7352 Жыл бұрын
  • Can’t even wait to make this. What an awesome video and so clear… and fun to watch at the same time. Great job bro. Thank you truly!

    @TedTube99@TedTube99 Жыл бұрын
  • Dude this is dope!!! Thank you for the in depths video I’m going to try this with my new tiny shop.

    @CodyKhaoz@CodyKhaoz2 жыл бұрын
  • This was perfect. Ben, you need your own show on TV. I almost never comment on videos but you Sir did an amazing job on both the video and the build. I was trying to do the nightly dishes and mostly listen but I just couldn't look away. You are very captivating and personable. Thanks for being you. Now, back to the show!

    @84oldnorthstate@84oldnorthstate2 жыл бұрын
  • I'm a retired carpenter and joiner. I like the bespoke folding staircase. It's your best video and product.

    @joknox@joknox8 ай бұрын
  • Really love the straightforward humor while showing off how well made this is! Got yourself a new follower and I'll be building these for my attic.. keep the videos coming!

    @etexac@etexac Жыл бұрын
  • I’ve been waiting for a tutorial video on folding stairs for a very long time!!! I have a storage area above my galley closet and need a 14’ ladder to access it but as you know it sucks trying to carry heavy sh!t up a ladder! I’m building these this weekend, thank you! See you on Patreon (F off haters and hand rail lovers)

    @JohnnyG2573@JohnnyG25732 жыл бұрын
  • You've just solved my problem in my own garage. This is awesome and I'll be using your idea in the future :D. Also I hate to say it, but most of those people giving you grief probably don't know the first thing about building your own things to suit individual needs. Keep up the good work and let the haters stew in their underwhelming lives.

    @MsLyriah@MsLyriah2 жыл бұрын
  • I am seriously glad that youtube suggested this video. This is a really awesome idea. Thank you for this video.

    @payne1003@payne10032 жыл бұрын
  • Bro snapped and rightly so! The stairs are brilliant.

    @Shatterpath@Shatterpath2 жыл бұрын
  • I loved the previous version, and this one too. One small piece of advice. The poiny of failure in the first version was that the screws in the steps are in the same direction as the force aplied to the system. If the hinge was placed at the side of the steps, it would take a lot more force to break it.

    @VTSfilms@VTSfilms2 жыл бұрын
    • I was even thinking maybe T nuts on the bottom of the stairs with countersunk bolts.

      @ConcededSpatula@ConcededSpatula2 жыл бұрын
    • @@ConcededSpatula I agree with this as well, I probably wouldn't use screws on the outside hinges attaching to the treads. I would have probably used some sort of bolt and washer setup. Going into the edge isn't great because the grain is easier to split that way, might be stronger than the top, but might not be.

      @lucaschase8661@lucaschase86612 жыл бұрын
    • I think his direction of screws was smart. Screws are pretty easy to shear, so putting them sideways at the side of a step (especially in plywood) would make them more likely to fail.

      @sethpolevoi4027@sethpolevoi40272 жыл бұрын
    • Damn you act like hes gonna drive a fn car up that bitch. Give everyone a fb break. Sound like a bunch of armchair engineers.

      @billycolwell4263@billycolwell42632 жыл бұрын
    • @@billycolwell4263 get them billy get them! haha

      @alexlim1275@alexlim12752 жыл бұрын
  • That looks pretty darn solid and a great iteration on your original design.Keep up the good work and forget the haters😎

    @skewedmaker@skewedmaker2 жыл бұрын
  • Awesome and really appreciate the effort and explanation in the video. Making this for our 2 car garage- lots of room in the rafters (will reinforce) for much needed storage but needed an non intrusive and safe way to get up there with stairs vs a ladder and this is perfect (hopefully - need to make sure I can still fold it while avoiding the garage door hangers). 1 change I plan on is the hinges on the far side to go under the treads vs on top) for personal preference.

    @bdtang@bdtang Жыл бұрын
  • Love the stairs. I have envisioned something like this for years. I love them!

    @sarahjones1649@sarahjones16492 жыл бұрын
  • yes, you need handrails on EVERY surface in the shop so you’ll have something to grab onto when u randomly trip😅

    @bchantharath@bchantharath2 жыл бұрын
    • Have handrails to hold when you trip over handrails

      @rickdicker9067@rickdicker90672 жыл бұрын
  • Legend. Looks sick, well played. And if anyone bitches about the flexing, let's just remember basically all bridges are designed to flex and if they didn't they'd just crumble

    @_billyk_@_billyk_2 жыл бұрын
    • Exactly. Compliant structures are far more durable. There are even videos (no effing way!) about it. And books.

      @jeffreysmith236@jeffreysmith2362 жыл бұрын
  • I LOVE your IG and KZhead!! You make me laugh so not only do you give me great information but you also keep me entertained!! Thank you for all you do and share with the public. You seem like an amazing individual as well as a very talented man!

    @denrickhome5491@denrickhome54912 жыл бұрын
  • Love the creativity. Don't stress so much about what the haters post. Pure jealousy.

    @marvinpybus4599@marvinpybus45992 жыл бұрын
  • You have been One of my COOLEST YT for years now and this just give Validity to my statement🤩. Plus your wife is the Amazing😂

    @kaybouie1972@kaybouie19722 жыл бұрын
  • This is awesome! If you decided you wanted to make plans, you can build formulas into a pdf so that the buyer can put their measurements in one place, and the numbers adjust throughout the plans.

    @davidalan6701@davidalan67012 жыл бұрын
  • Thank you! This is a big helper for our cottage! You Rock dude!

    @melielavigne6613@melielavigne661317 күн бұрын
  • Excellent folding staircase. Thank you for showing us how you did it.

    @b8264d@b8264d Жыл бұрын
  • 19:15 Struggling to entertain? I found this incredibly interesting and your editing is always tight. Great message at the end too.

    @xlxDxlx@xlxDxlx2 жыл бұрын
  • I feel like using high strength magnets on both the wall and the floor of the loft would help to keep the staircase in place when both folded up and folded down

    @10kae@10kae2 жыл бұрын
    • Great idea!

      @broc226@broc2262 жыл бұрын
    • yes, either really, really strong magnets, .... or a latch.

      @racketman2u@racketman2u2 жыл бұрын
    • I would not use high strength magnets for this. In addition to the gas struts I would buy a bunch of small general purpose neodymium magnets, suitable for kitchen cupboards etc. Embed a decently sized metal plate on one side then drill a hole and glue in a magnet on the opposing side. Not enough? Drill a second hole glue in another magnet. Repeat until you have barely enough to make the stairs stay in place. Preferably the holding strength of the magnets should not be noticeable when you fold and unfold the stairs.

      @Frendh@Frendh2 жыл бұрын
    • It already stays in place

      @_taste@_taste2 жыл бұрын
  • I don't get why people are mad. It's logical, practical, and just overall good. I do understand why people were talking about handrails because most workshops and places of work require them (OSHA stuff). Other than that, people are just mad because you got recognized for something great. Keep up the great work, my guy

    @niclash102@niclash1022 жыл бұрын
  • I'm amazed at your generosity in sharing this idea.....you're a special guy.

    @ronb8052@ronb80522 жыл бұрын
  • Fricking love it. Well done Woby! Greatly enjoyed how you "managed" all the "Negative Nancy" and "Karen" comments.

    @spreklfreks@spreklfreks2 жыл бұрын
  • hey I have a suggestion for your staircase! To avoid the little sagging while it's folded up, you could put magnets so it stays stuck to the wall. Doesnt need to that strong.

    @RagnarokLoW@RagnarokLoW2 жыл бұрын
    • Shut it! He has more knowledge than you in his baby finger, did you listen to him?

      @AnneWilkynson@AnneWilkynson2 жыл бұрын
    • I like this idea

      @qwazy0158@qwazy01582 жыл бұрын
    • Just what I was thinking! 👍

      @gmcobrasnake@gmcobrasnake Жыл бұрын
  • Amen! Love your humor, your positivity in the light of the “downers”. I’m a 70 year old woman bought a house that has a finished attic bedroom but stair steps to narrow. I have some woodworking skills and this would work so I can access the beautiful space on a daily basis. And you are pretty funny! 🤣😂🤣

    @deborahwesner3000@deborahwesner300011 ай бұрын
    • Deborah, I am in exactly the same situation. I'm 74 and bought a small house with a finished attic that my daughter who works rotationally in the north has a bedroom when she's back down south. The existing stairs were narrow, bisected the house in the middle and very high steps. Quite unacceptable. We were planning to install a new staircase entirely and I'm renovating the space to bring a lot of things to code. These stairs would be an amazing solution to give me more space in the main living area and good stairs for her to access the attic. Maybe our dog would even go upstairs to sleep with her sometimes (she certain wouldn't attempt the original stairs). If you build these stairs I hope you keep this channel up to date at least with comments - pictures would be amazing. I'll do the same. It's not just tiny houses and garages/workshops that need to reclaim the space stairs take up in a small house. But we need to meet a different code - residential interior staircase.

      @MiriamKearney@MiriamKearney10 ай бұрын
  • Hey bro! This design is amazing! Thank you for the step-by-step instructions, tips, guide and help! I can't wait to build this for my loft, and surprisingly, the area that I'm working with is about the same size!! Thanks again!

    @ericrodman2537@ericrodman25372 жыл бұрын
  • with fame comes haters, keep doing you man :)

    @bridgesaccount@bridgesaccount2 жыл бұрын
  • Idk what's wrong with people. Who cares if it's "pointless?" It's cool as hell

    @notoobasis@notoobasis2 жыл бұрын
  • Fantastic stairs and explained perfectly! Thanks for sharing ☺️

    @annielawrence6234@annielawrence62342 жыл бұрын
  • This is great!!! Love the design and functionality. Great tutorial

    @sofresh653@sofresh6532 жыл бұрын
  • Love how practical and functional this is. Looks awesome!

    @adamvanderswaagh8983@adamvanderswaagh89832 жыл бұрын
  • You didn’t need to respond to all these haters!!! I’m glad there is a new video though at least!!

    @johnburn872@johnburn8722 жыл бұрын
  • I can 100% appreciate what you designed and built.

    @scvic2006@scvic20062 жыл бұрын
  • It was so interesting the way you presented the steps involved in the process.

    @o0Avalon0o@o0Avalon0o2 жыл бұрын
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