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We Built A Thing

We Built A Thing

By: MARK | DREW | BRUCE
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We Built A Thing is about making things with our hands, sharing videos about the process, being dads and constantly learning. We are all part-time makers, dads and all have YouTube channels we are trying to grow. Throughout this podcast, we plan to talk about making things, making videos to share on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, etc..All rights reserved
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  • 334 - Prying Up Flooring & Laser Cut Finter Joints
    Dec 10 2025

    In this one, Bruce teaches about laser stuff and helps someone cut a finger jointed box. Mark pries up flooring and almost overdoes it. Plus, a ton more!

    Mark's YouTube Channel: http://youtube.com/gunflintdesigns
    Bruce's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/bruceaulrich

    DIRTtoDONE on YouTube: http://tinyurl.com/DIRTtoDON

    Become a patron of the show!
    http://patreon.com/webuiltathing

    OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS
    -Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY http://bit.ly/3vcuqmv
    -Ray Jolliff
    -Deo Gloria Woodworks (Matthew Allen) https://www.instagram.com/deogloriawoodworks/
    -Henry Lootens (@Manfaritawood)
    -Chris Simonton
    -Maddux Woodworks http://bit.ly/3chHe2p
    -Bruce Clark
    -Will White
    -Andy @ Mud Turtle Woodworks
    -Monkey Business Woodworks
    -Rich from Woodnote Studio
    -AC Nailed It
    -Joe Santos from Designer's Touch Kitchen & Bath Studio
    -Chad Green
    -Trevor
    -Mark Herrick @ Empty Nest Woodworks

    New:
    -Michael Bommarito - Thanks, Michael!

    Support our sponsors:

    TOOL CODES:
    -MagSwitch: "GUNFLINT10"
    -SurfPrep: "BRUCEAULRICH"
    -Starbond: "BRUCEAULRICH"
    -Brunt Workgear: "GUNFLINT10"
    -Rotoboss: "GUNFLINT"
    -Montana Brand Tools: "GUNFLINT10"
    -Monport Lasers: "GUNFLINT6"
    -Stone Coat Epoxy: Gunflint
    -MAS Epoxy: FLINT
    -YesWelder: GUNFLINT10
    -Millner-Haufen Tool Co: "ULRICH20" for 20% off
    -Camel City Mill: GUNFLINT10
    -Arbortech Tools: "BRUCEAULRICH" for 10% off
    -Wagner Meters: https://www.wagnermeters.com/shop/orion-950-smart/?ref=210

    ETSY SHOPS:
    Bruce: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BruceAUlrich?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=942512486

    Mark: https://www.etsy.com/shop/GunflintDesigns?ref=search_shop_redirect

    We are makers, full-time dads and have YouTube channels we are trying to grow and share information with others. Throughout this podcast, we talk about making things, making videos to share on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, etc...and all of the life that happens in between.

    CONNECT WITH US:
    WE BUILT A THING: www.instagram.com/webuiltathing
    WE BUILT A THING EMAIL: webuiltathing@gmail.com
    BRUDADDY: www.instagram.com/brudaddy/
    GUNFLINT DESIGNS: https://www.instagram.com/gunflintdesigns

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • 333 - Ever Thrown An Axe at Your Countertop?
    Dec 3 2025

    In this one, Bruce makes a ton of ornaments using the laser and contemplates why shipping takes so long. Mark throws stuff and shoots his countertops...no big deal. Plus, a ton more!

    Mark's YouTube Channel: http://youtube.com/gunflintdesigns
    Bruce's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/bruceaulrich

    DIRTtoDONE on YouTube: http://tinyurl.com/DIRTtoDON

    Become a patron of the show!
    http://patreon.com/webuiltathing

    OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS
    -Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY http://bit.ly/3vcuqmv
    -Ray Jolliff
    -Deo Gloria Woodworks (Matthew Allen) https://www.instagram.com/deogloriawoodworks/
    -Henry Lootens (@Manfaritawood)
    -Chris Simonton
    -Maddux Woodworks http://bit.ly/3chHe2p
    -Bruce Clark
    -Will White
    -Andy @ Mud Turtle Woodworks
    -Monkey Business Woodworks
    -Rich from Woodnote Studio
    -AC Nailed It
    -Joe Santos from Designer's Touch Kitchen & Bath Studio
    -Chad Green
    -Trevor
    -Mark Herrick @ Empty Nest Woodworks

    Support our sponsors:

    TOOL CODES:
    -MagSwitch: "GUNFLINT10"
    -SurfPrep: "BRUCEAULRICH"
    -Starbond: "BRUCEAULRICH"
    -Brunt Workgear: "GUNFLINT10"
    -Rotoboss: "GUNFLINT"
    -Montana Brand Tools: "GUNFLINT10"
    -Monport Lasers: "GUNFLINT6"
    -Stone Coat Epoxy: Gunflint
    -MAS Epoxy: FLINT
    -YesWelder: GUNFLINT10
    -Millner-Haufen Tool Co: "ULRICH20" for 20% off
    -Camel City Mill: GUNFLINT10
    -Arbortech Tools: "BRUCEAULRICH" for 10% off
    -Wagner Meters: https://www.wagnermeters.com/shop/orion-950-smart/?ref=210

    ETSY SHOPS:
    Bruce: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BruceAUlrich?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=942512486

    Mark: https://www.etsy.com/shop/GunflintDesigns?ref=search_shop_redirect

    We are makers, full-time dads and have YouTube channels we are trying to grow and share information with others. Throughout this podcast, we talk about making things, making videos to share on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, etc...and all of the life that happens in between.

    CONNECT WITH US:
    WE BUILT A THING: www.instagram.com/webuiltathing
    WE BUILT A THING EMAIL: webuiltathing@gmail.com
    BRUDADDY: www.instagram.com/brudaddy/
    GUNFLINT DESIGNS: https://www.instagram.com/gunflintdesigns

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • 332 - Give Me A Knob or A Button
    Nov 26 2025

    In this one, Bruce and Mark talk about the countertop some more and the video of it that Mark just released. Bruce published a new Dirt to Done video about the actual excavation of the house site. They both discuss some written in questions like what finish to use on birch ply. Plus, a ton more!

    WE BOUGHT A THING: BLACK FRIDAY EDITION (Using these affiliate links helps us)
    Milwaukee Batteries: https://amzn.to/4ioLm2d
    Portable Air Compressor: https://amzn.to/48jgxqX
    90 Degree Track Guide: https://amzn.to/4irZnMw
    Inexpensive Tracks for Tracksaw: https://amzn.to/3XnhrOd
    Tool Box Organizer: https://amzn.to/4aahFQb

    Mark's YouTube Channel: http://youtube.com/gunflintdesigns
    Bruce's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/bruceaulrich

    DIRTtoDONE on YouTube: http://tinyurl.com/DIRTtoDON

    Become a patron of the show!
    http://patreon.com/webuiltathing

    OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS
    -Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY http://bit.ly/3vcuqmv
    -Ray Jolliff
    -Deo Gloria Woodworks (Matthew Allen) https://www.instagram.com/deogloriawoodworks/
    -Henry Lootens (@Manfaritawood)
    -Chris Simonton
    -Maddux Woodworks http://bit.ly/3chHe2p
    -Bruce Clark
    -Will White
    -Andy @ Mud Turtle Woodworks
    -Monkey Business Woodworks
    -Rich from Woodnote Studio
    -AC Nailed It
    -Joe Santos from Designer's Touch Kitchen & Bath Studio
    -Chad Green
    -Trevor
    -Mark Herrick @ Empty Nest Woodworks

    New:
    -Bret McCrae
    -pFeF Workshop

    Support our sponsors:

    TOOL CODES:
    -MagSwitch: "GUNFLINT10"
    -SurfPrep: "BRUCEAULRICH"
    -Starbond: "BRUCEAULRICH"
    -Brunt Workgear: "GUNFLINT10"
    -Rotoboss: "GUNFLINT"
    -Montana Brand Tools: "GUNFLINT10"
    -Monport Lasers: "GUNFLINT6"
    -Stone Coat Epoxy: Gunflint
    -MAS Epoxy: FLINT
    -YesWelder: GUNFLINT10
    -Millner-Haufen Tool Co: "ULRICH20" for 20% off
    -Camel City Mill: GUNFLINT10
    -Arbortech Tools: "BRUCEAULRICH" for 10% off
    -Wagner Meters: https://www.wagnermeters.com/shop/orion-950-smart/?ref=210

    ETSY SHOPS:
    Bruce: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BruceAUlrich?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=942512486

    Mark: https://www.etsy.com/shop/GunflintDesigns?ref=search_shop_redirect

    We are makers, full-time dads and have YouTube channels we are trying to grow and share information with others. Throughout this podcast, we talk about making things, making videos to share on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, etc...and all of the life that happens in between.

    CONNECT WITH US:
    WE BUILT A THING: www.instagram.com/webuiltathing
    WE BUILT A THING EMAIL: webuiltathing@gmail.com
    BRUDADDY: www.instagram.com/brudaddy/
    GUNFLINT DESIGNS: https://www.instagram.com/gunflintdesigns

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    1 hr and 4 mins
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