15 More Kaizen Foam Tips And Tricks!

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Күн бұрын

What is up everybody and welcome back! In today's video I'm going over fifteen more tips and tricks when doing Kaizen Foam that I've come up with over the last few months while I have been doing my own toolbox. Thanks for watching and don't forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe!
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*The BEST Kaizen Tip: Blue Painter's Tape
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*Kaizen Foam
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Blue Painter's Tape
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Machinist Blocks
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Plastic Flat Shims
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Circle Template
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@JeeeezBub Жыл бұрын

Seriously, you deserve an Oscar for this video. It is THE "industry standard" for how-to videos. Thank you for the in-depth tips. I can't tell you enough how invaluable they will be as I start my Kaizen projects.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

Thank you, and good luck on your kaizen projects! Glad I was able to help.

@timl3918 Жыл бұрын

Well done. Great how-to video. Very organized, very clear description with reasons why, and no distracting background music. I wish more YT videographers would take a page out of your book!

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated 🙌

@John-of5sh 4 ай бұрын

I use to have a friend that was just like a brother to me. Sadly he passed away a few years back. Anyway he had the same perfectioness blood running in his veins that you do. Just wish he was here to see this video. Once again Thank You for sharing your time and expertise! Looking forward to trying out the tips you have listed and I will bewatching for more of your video's!!!

@CalvinRoyHarrison Жыл бұрын

Can't thank you enough for all the good information! I REALLY appreciate it.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

No problem at all, thank you!

@stevenarnold7864 Жыл бұрын

Stan, Thanks for the video! You mentioned the kaizen markers @28:40 drying out and I wanted to share that I pop the markers open, fill the tube up with Isopropyl alcohol, put the cap back on, shake it up, and wait a couple hours to return to a seemingly brand new marker. Now Ive done this only with Sharpies and Milwakee markers but Id like to think the problem is the same. Hope you see this. Your toolbox is really something to strive for!

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

That's a great tip, I'll have to give it a try and see if it works! I'll say that I have experienced the silver markers have held up a little better with not drying out compared to the black ones. And the silver tip is definitely "wetter" than the black, so that might be a good sign for your trick working. Fingers crossed because it would be a big help! Thanks again for the idea. 🙌🙌

@timmytom4447 10 күн бұрын

Very well done sir.

@StanMisiano 3 күн бұрын

🙏🙏

@samng870 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful tips and tricks. Excellent video.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

Thanks, much appreciated. 🤙🤙

@lancez.3287 3 ай бұрын

Superb plan & wonderful Job! Outstanding organizational skills you have!

@StanMisiano 3 ай бұрын

Thank you, very happy with how they turned out.

@charlespatt Жыл бұрын

Very thorough! Good for anyone planning to work with Kaizan foam.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🤙

@bellydancingknitter Жыл бұрын

You know your audience! My eye was twitching with the black specs. This is super neat work.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@KennyFishbone 9 ай бұрын

REALLY good tips and advice...thanks for taking the time to go into great detail on the process. Personally, I use foam for tools that don't have a pre-made rack or holder. Love the drawer with layout tools...for me, thats where I will use foam. Thanks!

@StanMisiano 9 ай бұрын

Yes, the foam really is such a great organizer for all the stuff without pre-made holders, totally agree.

@paulobraghetto 7 ай бұрын

congrats man !!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

@StanMisiano 7 ай бұрын

✌️✌️

@secondwind75 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, Stan. A lot of hard work went into it. What a great approach to utilizing the kaizen foam. I've used it once before and your ideas would've made a huge difference. Especially cutting tight to the outline, leaving proper spacing, and layout. And as odd as it sounds, you're exactly right- there's something strangely satisfying returning a tool to it's nice little snug home! Lol Those tool drawers are inspiring! Thanks once again for the great tips. Troy

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

Thank you, appreciate the kind words. Happy to hear you could find some helpful ideas from the video! 🤘🤘

@ericjm5264 Жыл бұрын

Attention to detail👌

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated 🙌

@tpaulsmith7194 Жыл бұрын

Great tutorial! Well done.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated 🙌

@stephendeese97 Жыл бұрын

This was soooooo good.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

Appreciate that 🤙

@SouthSideChiTown Жыл бұрын

Well-done on a great how-to video!

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated 🤙🤙

@DK-lz7kg 10 ай бұрын

Wow! This is a really detailed video. I worked for the guy that owns the company that sells kaizen foam, it’s a great product and I used it so many times to this day. This is one of the best detailed videos on all the nuances with layouts. I also find it hilarious all the hating comments on here-people are just jealous. I applaud you

@StanMisiano 10 ай бұрын

Much appreciated, thanks for the kind words. Glad you found it informative! 🤙

@CorneliusCreations Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video sir!

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated!

@boredmechanic2019 Жыл бұрын

This is "awesome". Thank you for sharing sir. I'm a Kaizen foam user too for bicycle tools. cheers 🇨🇦 🤙 🚴‍♂

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🤙🤙🤘

@MD-173 9 ай бұрын

Excellent video

@StanMisiano 9 ай бұрын

Thank you, thank you. 🙏🙏

@atakirmani90 Жыл бұрын

Best & detail video

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

Thank you, appreciate it

@fabienpics Жыл бұрын

SUPER GOOD VIDEO JOB. THANK YOU

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

Thank you, appreciate it

@gplusgplus2286 Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Many thanks for the video. It didnt cover how to make accurate round holes for sockets but I figured it out, use a stencil and the blue tape trick is super helpful.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

I laid all my sockets down flat, so I honestly didn't even think of it. But for other stuff that was round that I did later on, I used the stencil to make a slightly smaller hole and that ended up working out. My bad for not thinking about that ahead of time to include.

@gplusgplus2286 Жыл бұрын

@@StanMisiano no worries, thanks for replying, I thought the stencil as well.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

@gplusgplus2286 the stencil is definitely super useful. Only way I could consistently make clean inside radius cuts!

@randelrobbins1408 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful!

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

Appreciate it

@rodneym40 5 ай бұрын

Awesome video, that really helped me up my game. Love the layout examples.

@StanMisiano 5 ай бұрын

Glad to hear it helped. 🤙🤙

@rodneym40 4 ай бұрын

@@StanMisiano I've now done about 8 drawers and I follow these steps every time. The blue painters tape is critical, as is using a picker, and going well within the line (it's foam!) results in an awesome insert. I'm hopeless at cutting things, but i can make this into a professional looking custom cut insert. It's also quite relaxing to do as well.

@StanMisiano 4 ай бұрын

That's awesome to hear the process is going well! Keep it up!

@jcsrst Жыл бұрын

Dude! That was excellent! Super helpful. You are as OCD as I am 😂

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated 🙌🙌

@FippeM123 Жыл бұрын

07:08 Really nice and cool layout. Love these tolbooxes.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

Thank you, really happy with how the wrench drawer came out myself.

@FippeM123 Жыл бұрын

@Stan Misiano Can imagine that. Also want a garage with as many tool boxes and tools as possible, haha.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

@@FippeM123 totally agree

Жыл бұрын

Great!

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

🙌

@danapeck5382 Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

You're welcome 🤙

@isaacmcmillen9246 18 күн бұрын

great vid!

@StanMisiano 18 күн бұрын

🙏🙏🙏

@SuperFrooty Жыл бұрын

I had 17 drawers to do, as a start, and wasn't happy after the first one. Fortunately I found your video and used the tips/tricks and tablesaw to great success. At first I was thinking how time-consuming it would be to tape everything, but in the end it's actually faster because the inserts tear out much, much more cleanly. Gotta couple of your affiliate items as thanks. Cheers.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

That's awesome to hear, I'm glad it worked out and helped you! Much appreciated.

@flyingjeff1956 Жыл бұрын

Damn dude. Nice.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

Thank you, appreciate it

@tonytribisonna9886 10 ай бұрын

Great idea my problem is I’m always buying new tools it’s bad addiction, I have. This is a much better idea than those rubber mats they supply with tool box I’m always arrange the tools every time I open and close drawers very annoying. I will have to try this out good video.

@StanMisiano 10 ай бұрын

Funny enough, one of the reasons I did this was to prevent myself from constantly buying more and more tools. Lol

@SuperWaynoo2 8 ай бұрын

Stan, came across your Kaizen Foam videos and gotta say they are the best out there on YT. You have a talent for describing the steps required and your tips are very valuable. I have question. You mention how you can buy 8 sheets of foam for the price of four individual sheets by buying 8 sheets at a time. Love it! But I can't find a place where I can get that kind of deal. Would you mind sharing where you're able to get that deal? Thank you

@StanMisiano 8 ай бұрын

Go to FastCap.com and they will have a bundle option on the 4x2 sheets.

@Spta97Vids Жыл бұрын

You sir, are a genius! This video was super helpful, full of information, and very well done. Not sure if you have a video on this (I'll look) but I would love to see you do a Milwaukee packout (or other toolbox) insert for power tools. That's my next project - I have like 8 to do.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

I haven't done any power tool drawers yet only because I'm still switching through, getting rid of some, and buying new power tools. I would still use the same process with the blue painter's tape (pervious video) and these steps in this video. Only thing I would change would be using the thicker foam for power tools.

@Spta97Vids Жыл бұрын

@@StanMisiano Thanks - I found a few other vids where in one they create a template for the foam insert with carboard and tape (then transfer it to another sheet of cardboard) and another where they print a picture of the tool online to scale and use that as a guide. Will def also use the techniques you show in this vid.

@Spta97Vids Жыл бұрын

ps: Years ago I got craftsman foam inserts which had a removable white paper layer on top to draw the template - that would be a nice addition to save on tape.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

@@Spta97Vids Craftsman was ahead of the curve with that set up! Lol

@michaelthorrold7045 Жыл бұрын

Excellent vid!

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🤙🤙

@philippeterson9512 9 ай бұрын

One thing I do is heat my razor knife over a candle. The kaizen foam has a very low melting point, and it makes the cuts easy and smooth like butter. The knife partially melts the plastic as it cut so there are no jagged edges.

@StanMisiano 9 ай бұрын

Not a bad idea. I did something similar to hold individual bits

@dakrisht Жыл бұрын

Great video. I’d say the “issue” with Kaizen foam is the low quality, rough surface finish vs. a higher density foam (I.e. gym mat foam). Sure, you lose the multiple layers and bottom color (unless you glue two pieces together) but when going max-OCD like we are here… I feel a higher quality top finish would be ideal. Also, can’t you just go hot knife vs. blade for cleaner cut lines?

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

The rough surface of the top layer did bum me out at first. However, now that I've been using it for a year now, once you fill it up with tools it's not really all that noticeable.

@RustyCas999 Жыл бұрын

Another option for thin tools is to buy cheaper foam in various thicknesses, cut a thin, top layer completely through, and then adhere it to a backer piece with spray adhesive - no plucking and cleaning up the bottoms.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

Honestly, that sounds like the exact same amount of work with a far worse looking finished product. But to each their own.

@H2Dwoat Жыл бұрын

Hi, can see instances where I will need to label a cutout for very similar tools. Have you done this at all and if so what did you use?

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

I have not done that myself, but if I was to do that, I would probably use a standard label printer. They're pretty cheap and the labels are easy to read.

@crooked-halo Жыл бұрын

$43.00 per sheet?!?! Damn! I've always gotten toolbox foam free from wherever I worked. It's more like a yoga mat & thinner but works perfectly! I do not understand why you cover the foam with blue painters tape. Depth doesn't matter to me as I cut my holes all the way through. It's then laid & glued on top of a thin, different color foam or mat. I traditionally used utility knives to cut but am considering a small reciprocating saw or a Dremel with a rotary saw attachment this time to speed things up & make it easier. Wow, this method in this video is really complicated, contains many, IMO, unnecessary steps & procedures, but it does look & work well. During my career in aviation maintenance my cutouts look & work just as well. I follow strict edge distances to ensure foam integrity between tools and between tool-drawer edge & foam. I cut each piece a tiny bit larger than measured drawer dimensions (no template), do logical tool layouts (1/2" min. edge distance) with a Sharpie, cut tool holes all the way through, lay & glue (glue is not necessary, though) on top of a different color, thinner mat, and I'm done. I have also found no issue the time or two that I ended up with a piece a tiny bit smaller than the drawer dimensions.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

Cool!

@davemccumbers6353 10 ай бұрын

same i work at a foam/rubber plant

@StanMisiano 10 ай бұрын

Nice!

@alexmorris3106 Жыл бұрын

I had to use foam in my boxes but not keizen, I worked on helicopters and used the same things but I used a drimel for the cutouts after border was cut with a exactor blade, it's work, Eck usmc

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

There's another company that sells foam like you're describing, you need to router it out because it's denser. I almost got it instead, but I decided against it because of how much work it was. And honestly I didn't want to deal with the clean up of that. Lol

@KennyFishbone 9 ай бұрын

Is the foam going to trap moisture? Prevent air flow?

@StanMisiano 9 ай бұрын

I don't think so, I haven't had any issues so far. And this old garage was very very humid inside.

@joeyschwartz5150 Жыл бұрын

OCD much? Great video. Maybe a little overboard, but I get it. You like your tools very well organized.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

Yes sir, having a dedicated, specific spot for everything has been so enjoyable. Definitely worth the time.

@bingwrite Жыл бұрын

It's required in the aviation industry, tool inventory is a big deal!

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

@@bingwrite I don't think people realize that when you have hundreds of individual pieces of tools how key it is to have a specific spot for everything.

@roccoreid2842 7 ай бұрын

People see this kind of stuff as OCD, but it's a solid business decision to be as organized and efficient as you possibly can.

@StanMisiano 7 ай бұрын

Yes, exactly

@cbr600rr21 Жыл бұрын

Where do you order the 8 sheet bundles?

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

Fastcap's website will have them

@chipsutcliffe7110 Жыл бұрын

I'm going to use a simple pen refill to mark outlines. They are smaller diameter than the pens sold by Kaizan, and it is not neccessary to use water base ink if you are covering surface with tape.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

All personal preference

@KosmicHRTRacingTeam Жыл бұрын

And a final couple of tips. Kaizen foam is actually pretty fragile and kind of crap and most people are waaay overspending on an inferior but trendy product. Buy the anti fatigue foam mats from Harbor Freight, 4 large mats for $10. If you like the 2 tone, buy some colored versions for the base layer. Cut the top layer with a razor blade or a foam hot knife. Once the top layer is cut, use spray adhesive to bond them together. There is no digging the cheap foam out and trying to make it look good and get it flat. Go and grab this foam and compare it to the foam I am talking about and you’ll never go back to this over priced crap that you have the fiddle with and never looks perfect.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

I purchased this stuff for a reason, and that reason is because it is exactly what I wanted. Thank you for the totally irrelevant comment though trying to tell me what I want. If you don't like the product, then why in the world did you not only watch the video but feel the need to write an essay of a comment. One final tip, that's strange. Lol

@joujimiichi1 Жыл бұрын

I want to do this so bad but my ratchet collection already got out of hand and now I need a second toolbox. There’s just not enough space in the two toolboxes I have and tools are already stacked on each other as it is.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

Not really sure what advice to give unfortunately. Hope you get it sorted out though. 🤙🤙

@daveyanke8307 Жыл бұрын

Where do you buy them in bundles? The link goes to Amazon where it is $71 dollars per sheet, so bundling is obviously the way to go.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

The FastCap website

@definitehotshotwill Жыл бұрын

@@StanMisiano I've been looking for the bundle option. Can you give me the direct link to get the bundle for cheaper price

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

@@definitehotshotwill www.fastcap.com/product/kaizen-foam

@o6RSEvo Жыл бұрын

Do u have a link to the shims?

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

No I don't unfortunately, I have a ton of them left over from jobs. I'm sure you could find them for cheap on Amazon though.

@BlenderRookie716 Жыл бұрын

Where do you order your kaizen sheet

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

I ordered them directly from Fast Cap

@kevinkieel6778 Жыл бұрын

Like me if you want green/black... the standard 1-1/8" sheets are made to order or long ass waits. You have to talk to them directly to get those in that size... The beefy 2-1/2" green/black is always available.... it is much cheaper to order them in bundles for about $150 free shipping... the standard 1-1/8" sheets come in 8 sheet bundles. 2'x4' and 2-1/2" come in 5 sheets at 145 (which are great for power tools stood on their sides for more room also wrenches standing up on their thin sides and pliers standing up on their sides) The whole point is to maximize drawer room while being completely organized. Just don't make it too tight, because you will be aggravated grabbing tools or putting them back. Also lost time in a professional atmosphere. Always have your sheets out on a table when shaping/ cutting.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

@@kevinkieel6778 OK...? Lol

@RustyCas999 Жыл бұрын

@@kevinkieel6778 Great advice. Ignore the hater.

@joujimiichi1 Жыл бұрын

@@kevinkieel6778excellent advice

@relmdrifter 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video. 0:59 I'm sorry, that car is hideous. To each there own brother. I have an ugly Jeep TJ. Comment for the comments, all hail the algorithm!

@StanMisiano 9 ай бұрын

🤙🤙

@jamieclarke321 Жыл бұрын

My man made a full time job out of it

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

I'm not sure what exactly you mean, but this video did take quite a while to make. Probably wasn't worth the actual time it took to make because I could have completed this drawer in no time, but hopefully it'll help someone else out who watches it. Lol

@psiho051 11 ай бұрын

I buy 3 beach foams and stick them together and it costs me $15

@StanMisiano 11 ай бұрын

Wow that's terrible, could buy these and get a 2'x4' sheet for $4 more. And it'll look 100x better. But good thing you saved $4. Lol

@ethanrummel6476 10 ай бұрын

@@StanMisianoI like how when people make shit head comments you tighten up like a little b then give that same energy towards your viewers???

@PhoenixRising-nm1he 9 ай бұрын

@StanMisiano I bought packs of foam, interlocking, yoga mat squares, in black and mixed colours. I did the entire job for under NZ$20! Equivalent job with Kaizan foam would have been over NZ$400. Good video though!

@StanMisiano 9 ай бұрын

I think that would look terrible if I'm being completely honest. Very happy with what I chose.

@kellyschomaker7695 4 ай бұрын

Pica are the better markers

@StanMisiano 4 ай бұрын

Good to know

@alaub1990 Жыл бұрын

I would love to tell some of the old school mechanics i know how much people are paying to make their tools look pretty inside their tool box.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

If you think $155 for 8 pieces of 2'x4' foam to organize an entire 84" toolbox and still have some left over is expensive, that's crazy thinking that's expensive. You go tell them that and get back to me, please. Lol

@bweber6256 Жыл бұрын

Old school mechanics had a deep appreciation for the quality tools they used. I think they would admire the respect exhibited by someone who respects their tools enough to spend a modest amount (in comparison to the cost of the tools), to both protect them(especially drafting tools),and make keeping them organized automatic. An old mechanics adage( from my dad ), was "a place for every tool, and every tool in its place". Also, another benefit to this level of tool organization (especially if other people have access to your tools-like your kids!)is that you can instantly see what's missing that shouldn't be; either borrowed, pilfered, or you simply left in the wrong place after finishing a job. Stan; these tips are really helpful and presented in a very organized,thoughtful and visually appealing way. I was thinking of using this stuff for some gun cases but I'm not sure if the foam would have any adverse affect on the blueing finishes of some of my guns.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

@@bweber6256 you should be fine to use it, I see people using it for gun cases a lot. I don't have any experience myself, but with it being such a common use for this foam, I don't think it would have any adverse effects.

@alaub1990 Жыл бұрын

The foam is overpriced. They are ripping people off Bill. And just because you dont buy overpriced foam to make your kit nice and astetically pleasing, doesnt mean you dont appreciate your gear. My father and grandfather were both master mechanics and didnt need over rated foam to make their tools pretty. They hung a sign that said keep your hands off my shit. Worked just fine.

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

@alaub1990 once again, if you think $155 for 8 sheets is expensive, we are not even in the same book let alone the same page. You're complaining about me spending a measly $155. Think of how fucking insane that is. Shut up already with your ridiculous complaints. Lol

@christopherlabarge6364 3 ай бұрын

I have to let you know that I like your videos but I had to stop watching this one because you kept moving in and out from were you were working and it started to make me sick but I do like your video's sorry

@StanMisiano 3 ай бұрын

Haha No worries dude, staying still is harder than it seems sometimes. Lol

@garybrown9719 Жыл бұрын

To thin

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

What's too thin?

@kljunatic8157 Жыл бұрын

nice info but stand still when talking. annoying

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

I'd say don't watch any videos then, kind of hard not moving at all. Lol

@niemakurwataklatwo Жыл бұрын

thanks bro!

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

🤙🤙

@yuutuu9427 Жыл бұрын

lol @ $800

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

I'm confused what you're referring to. Lol

@yuutuu9427 Жыл бұрын

@@StanMisiano thought you said you bought BULK for $800

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

@@yuutuu9427 no, it's 8 sheets for $150

@yuutuu9427 Жыл бұрын

@@StanMisiano i c still a bit much for me i usually take my tools with me out on the property i use heavy duty canvas bags 1 bag for 1/2" powertool + deep socket set 1 bag for 1/4" impact drill driver + deep socket 1 bag for wrenches 1 bag for screw drivers n phillips 1 bag for hammers and mallets etc easier to toss the bag in the suv

@StanMisiano Жыл бұрын

@@yuutuu9427 clearly you didn't watch the video and retain literally any point of it what so ever. Lol