Bloody genius. Love the idea of putting a plywood top over them so you have a work bench.
@todd7183 жыл бұрын
I bought a pre-made counter top (with a built in backsplash) and laid across two 2-drawer file cabinets. Instant work bench/desk. Damaged countertops can sometimes be bought at a discount at the home centers.
@todd7183 жыл бұрын
I put my shop file cabinets on the large furniture dollies available from Harbor Freight. Makes the so easy to move as the shop layout changes for different projects.
@riseup4473 Жыл бұрын
Rolling toolbox
@harleco13 жыл бұрын
I have 50 File cabinets in my shop. Bought then from Rene Bates Auctions for less than 50 cents a piece. Great video
@homesteadonomics3 жыл бұрын
.50 cents a piece?! Wow! That sir, was one heck of a deal!!!😀👍
@westcoasthustle61333 жыл бұрын
No freakn way!! Wow. That's awesome 👌
@DIYGangsters3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad that you are drawing attention to filing cabinets. These things a huge resource that nobody is doing much with. And since nobody keeps files, we have to find something else to do with them!
@Alan.livingston3 жыл бұрын
I have an old three drawer cabinet I picked up off the side of the road. It's fantastic for power tools.
@thomascdurham91303 жыл бұрын
My shop here in the Bronx is lined with them. Especially the horizontal type shown here that housed your Ryobi tools. Long handle tools like pipe threaders, castiron snappers and four foot bolt cutters are safely stored and scured in the cabinets that comes with locks already installed. We get them from office cleanouts as debris. A lot of office spaces in the Big Apple so it just cost you the time to pick them up and organize. :)
@Yannis20222 жыл бұрын
I have fasten my filing cabinets to the wall thru the back of the cabinet. Result now sturdy enough for heavy tools in each drawer and a planer on top. Getting all machines out of sight gives the shop a clean look at least in between each project and more fun to not start in a mess.
@Void_And_Absent3 жыл бұрын
You have opened my eyes to the uses of the file cabinet, Thankyou.
@InFltSvc3 жыл бұрын
I agree.. I use to work up in the air as a Flight Attendant and I have four really nice galley carts in my place that serve me well in May applications . So ya! Recycle those things.....
@homesteadonomics3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, those carts are super well built too! 😀👍
@williamwallace1763 жыл бұрын
I built a desk from two file cabinets two or three decades ago. I used a door for a counter top and built a wood bookcase on top of the desk top. YIP: If you do not have keys to the lock you should remove the locking hardware so you do no accidentally lock yourself out.
@homesteadonomics3 жыл бұрын
My dad has been using a pair of cabinets with an old hollow core door for his desk for years👍😀
@BTimmer3 жыл бұрын
I've been using file cabinets in my shop for years. Yesterday I found a very nice 3 drawer with full extension drawers for $10 at a thrift store. I also have a full set of cabinets scrounged from a former Sears store photo gallery remodel. These have very nice extension hardware and nice formica finishes.
@fallbrkgrl3 жыл бұрын
I love file cabinets for storage! Can't wait to see the new bench with them. ❤️🌵☀️⛈️🌈☮️🐎
@ourselfreliantlife3 жыл бұрын
I picked up a couple of filing cabinets at a garage sale and used them for out shop area. Couldn't be happier with them. Sturdy, holds plenty of weight, and for such an a low price.
@RichBarschdorf3 жыл бұрын
I’ve used file cabinets for years now to store all kinds of stuff. But I never painted them, yours look great painted.
@brothyr3 жыл бұрын
file cabinets are great. they're designed to handle hundreds of pounds. paper is stupid heavy. may need to bolt it down to prevent tipping.
@andysmith19623 жыл бұрын
This awesome! I've been using file cabinets for years now, they come in many different shapes and sizes too! I find them at thrift store's for pennies on the dollar of their original cost! Thanks for the video!
@slaplapdog3 жыл бұрын
I use these in my shop, and in the kitchen!
@mrfixit54043 жыл бұрын
I got a bunch of cabinets from my work when they changed our modular furniture. Some two deep drawers, but most were 1 deep drawer with two shallow drawers. This is a great option as lots of small stuff gets lost in the deep drawers. You can also get the cabinets at used office furniture stores. I used one of the cabinets to make a welding cart.
@rooster7996 Жыл бұрын
I am with you. I have two that I use for tool storage as well. Good price as well.
@StMyles3 жыл бұрын
Did the same thing with a bunch of military surplus (disposal) that were going to be dumped into the metal recycler. Although, I didn’t think about topping it with ply boards to make work space. 👍🏼 Great idea. Thanks for sharing.
@robt21513 жыл бұрын
I got mine for free. I put them on castors for mobility (my wife thinks that my workshop is still a garage) and added a top panel for mounting tools such as my mitre saw and thickness planer. The resulting arrangement is such that the working surfaces are at my standard bench height (900mm) and the cabinets can be moved around to create a level working surface when required.
@lebronjameslol35213 жыл бұрын
I never thought of this. I have a big ass file cabinet empty. Needs cleaned and painted so I have a new project to look into. I need temporary storage. You can grab these all day at the goodwill or salvation army for a couple bucks.
@homesteadonomics3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, the big sturdy one that I have in the middle of my shop was from a goodwill type store in Tucson! Great cabinet👍😀
@BigSkyAtNight3 жыл бұрын
Nice! We have a couple of standing 6’ metal cabinets with the 2 doors that swing open and shelves inside that we’re using, as well as an old set of lockers. And one filing cabinet like the first ones in your shop. They’ve been great for storage of a variety of things! One tip.. if you have any retail stores that close in your area, you can generally buy pretty much anything in the store.. shelving, cabinets, displays, etc. Just ask for the manager as soon as the closing is announced & get your name on the items you want. I’ve gotten ALOT of great stuff that way. 👍
@GanderFlight3 жыл бұрын
You make several great points in favor of filing cabinets- time to start keeping an eye out! They are definitely not all made equal either - Ive had some REALLY flimsy ones in the past. Seems that the units with the protruding handles are thicker in material than the ones that have the recessed pocket handles. I’m kind of surprised that realtor actually took a single dollar instead of just giving it to you 😀
@homesteadonomics3 жыл бұрын
She listed it for a dollar, probably just to put something in the price area... haha. She actually never asked for it.... as she was not at the house.... just had the cabinet in the carport. Said to take it if I wanted it. So I just figured I’d put a dollar under the entry mat just incase😉. And when I let her know I did, she said she just wanted it gone and didn’t care about the money.
@tomtruesdale69013 жыл бұрын
Scored 20 cabinet like bedside tables from a hotel that was being remodeled. They have a pull out drawer and we are going to use them to build a platform bed with storage under, just need to remove the legs to sit them down lower. On line auctions are another good source for inexpensive file cabinets and such.
@catgynt91483 жыл бұрын
Metal file cabinets are a wonderful addition to any workshop. You forgot to mention their ability to hold weight; a case of paper weighs about 50 pounds,, significantly more than your tools. If you ever consider building a smoker, a 4 or 5 drawer metal file cabinet can be easily modified with fire box in bottom drawer and chimney vent out the back. Trusting that you and your family enjoyed your thanksgiving holiday and are remaining safe as the pandemic continues to evolve. Greetings from NE Ohio. Peace brother.
@MrIMCP3 жыл бұрын
I've repurposed my grandfathers old 1960's ArtMetal 5 drawer file cabinet into a tool chest! The slides on that thing are stronger than newer tool chests!
@DesertOwlForge3 жыл бұрын
I use filing cabinets for storage too. They definitely a great option if you can buy them used. I had.one of those super heavy duty ones that you have under the bench.
@elc77953 жыл бұрын
I went to an auction of a company gong out of business and bought 4 cubicles for $50. They make fantastic drawers and upper storage as well and are built to hold a ton of weight. They are all mounted in the repair section of my shop and hold a ton of tools with no issues. Edit* the desk tops are extremely sturdy as well and have metal support across them to make them more sturdy.
@johnkelley98773 жыл бұрын
That is a good idea and you did a great job of painting them! I have to say I am really impressed by your patience in masking the metal areas off. Masking is something I do not do well but the metal areas on the cabinets look nice and sharp. Thanks for sharing this, it was great to watch.
@KathyaKalinine2 жыл бұрын
I wanted to thank you for this awesome video! I showed it to my husband who thought it was a brilliant idea and we have since picked up two free file cabinets. We plan to paint them and enjoy a tidier garage space. Thank you and Happy 4th of July!!! 😊🇺🇸
@jimathey61533 жыл бұрын
OLD LEATHER SMITH here, I WOULD LIKE 2 WISH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A SAFE AND HEALTHY NEW YEAR GOD'S BLESSINGS ✝️⚾🙃
@joffrey.ph_3 жыл бұрын
As always this is relaxing to watch perfection on every projects you have.
@jc-mt8ot3 жыл бұрын
Been doing this a while. Those big ones are great for extension cords and all the ryobi tools. You can really put some weight in them. I put them on the cheap moving dollies when i can get them cheap at HF. That way i can move them real easy. The tops of the long ones can have a piece of cdx put on them or a piece of countertop and makes another great work surface as well.......and you can still tuck the whole thing under the bench to get it out of the way.
@Canadiansasquatchbrewery3 жыл бұрын
Great stuff as always! I always fall behind in the videos and I'm always so glad to get caught up with all the great projects you have going on! Cheers my friend !
@danielfisch6553 жыл бұрын
You got a deal on those file cabinets and they are great for storage. Thanks for sharing and I might have to buy a few for ammo storage but I’ll probably re-key the locks.
@braydonbearnson87203 жыл бұрын
Been doing this for a few years. Highly recommended
@craigdonalson46343 жыл бұрын
i have at least 15 of the 5 drawer ones in my shop. they hold a lot of weight and still move easy. a shelf above for bulk storage.
@homesteadonomics3 жыл бұрын
Wow! Sounds like you’ve got the storage solution tackled well😀👍
@SrStew3 жыл бұрын
Perfect, but as with mine It limits you to not carrying tools around the property effeciently unless a tool bag fits in there. For example put grinder and disk and wire disks in one bag, drill stuff and bits in another bag, nail guns and nails in another bag, etc. Then you grab bags you need to do projects. Try a 16" I think I saw them on sale at home depot or harbor freight for $5 each this weekend. Then you can grab bags as you need to go do a job. Its still easy to get in the bags out of the drawer. Have one bag for misc stuff so you dont toss bits etc in a bag they don't belong in, but tape mearure, pencil, etc misc stuff has a go bag. Its great for roofs, electrical, plumbing, other odd jobs
@paullydca3 жыл бұрын
Great tip!!!! time to head out to a local thrift shop to grab some. Been looking for good storage solutions and this is idea. Thanks for the tips :)
@alanjackson46463 жыл бұрын
Terrific workshop. Great idea, these cabinets are expensive in U.K. , even second hand ! Regards AJ
@TedAlexander243 жыл бұрын
Your work is always Top Shelf Joe. I enjoy your videos!
@bulldozer76563 жыл бұрын
Great job Joe!!! I just threw out a pair of these, dangit.. Excited to see your new saw. I have a Makita 1016 compound slider. I've had it few years and it my go to for miters..
@calimesacox3 жыл бұрын
Yea well you did it again....... Another great idea and video. I have 2 used cabinets looks like they have a new purpose.
@pokeba32992 жыл бұрын
Great idea! Thanks
@wandapiedra89733 жыл бұрын
Good idea , can’t wait for next video!👍
@rmbarnes6723 жыл бұрын
Totally) Bonus you can find them. THANKS for this video 🇺🇸
@Noukz373 жыл бұрын
If I had your skills (and tools!) I would always look for old stuff to refurbish and restore instead of getting new raw materials and building something from scratch.
@joelsmith47093 жыл бұрын
Hey Joe! Just a thought I had while watching this. You mentioned your new bench top was out the side of the shop because you were spraying it and needed to be out of the wind. Then when I watched you spraying these cabinets, I could see the wind blowing the paint as you sprayed. Have you thought about building something like a flip out paint booth/area on the back of your container shop. Something that was mounted and could fold out quickly to help shield from the wind when painting/drying? Just a thought I wanted to share! Love the videos and keep up the good work!
@daskasspatzle23963 жыл бұрын
Mouse proof. Good point. Unfortunately used file cabinets seem not to be that much available here. Cheers from Bulgaria
@davidadam25313 жыл бұрын
Hi great video as always. I have been using file cabinets for years .The only main change I do is cut down some of the units to give me smaller size drawers. I take most times a 4 drawer unit and keep the one big drawer ,cutting down the other 3 in to smaller ones .Then drop the height of the unit fitting all 4 drawers in to about the height of a 3 or some times 2 unit .Yes it’s a little work but suits me better . Thanks David Australia
@nowthenad32862 жыл бұрын
David, I would love to see how you alter the height of those drawers. You don't have a video of them on KZfaq, do you? I think I would just cut through the sides but the drawer fronts are folded double. What did you do with them?
@davidadam25312 жыл бұрын
@@nowthenad3286 most of the units around here are put together not welded . Most times it’s a matter of as you say cutting them down to what you are after .I use a mig at times to weld sides and bits to suit . I find that full size drawers are too big and use too much space . You tend to fill the drawers and have trouble finding the right bits you are after .Only thing I have is some photos of finished units . Thanks for asking.
@nowthenad32862 жыл бұрын
@@davidadam2531 Thanks for replying. So how do you deal with the drawer front, with it having two layers?
@davidadam25312 жыл бұрын
@@nowthenad3286 In a lot of cases I pull the fronts apart and refold them .If I can not do that I cut them down and weld the edges .
@nowthenad32862 жыл бұрын
@@davidadam2531 OK. Gotcha. Thanks again for the reply. I think I might give this a go at some point.
@nightstringers2 жыл бұрын
Damn those look great.
@martinwyke3 жыл бұрын
Ask friends and families that work in offices, often businesses just want rid now everything is shifting onto computers. They are a good source of mild steel plate for projects.
@homesteadonomics3 жыл бұрын
That’s a great idea for a good resource👍😀
@jimathey61533 жыл бұрын
OLD LEATHER SMITH here, I like your idea, I do handmade leather craft and I have always built my cabinets, I used 3 old file cabinets and covered then with 3- 2x12x16' 4 my carving and belt bench, all my carving tools R kept in the drawers and my granett stone works very well on top, also I installed 3 inch casters on all 3 cabinets, I like the new file cabinets 4 power tools I will have 2 try that, GOD'S BLESSINGS ✝️⚾🙃
@Jerryosu833 жыл бұрын
Look great
@homesteadonomics3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@cleokey3 жыл бұрын
File cabinet makes great storage, make sure you put weight on them to minimize chance of tipping over (forward) when open.
@kenl52173 жыл бұрын
You let the cat out of the bag. Now used prices will skyrocket
@homesteadonomics3 жыл бұрын
Haha.... luckily I can’t fit too many more in this shop😂👍
@kenl52173 жыл бұрын
@@homesteadonomics but what about the rest of us
@johnmine56093 жыл бұрын
@@kenl5217 watch craigslist see lots given away for free I found a church that was closing their school and filled a 16 foot cartrailer for free 2 2 drawers of flimsy construction 7 4 drawer of varying quality 2 8 foot tables and a 4 drawer lateral that's built like a bank vault
@rickcassell96133 жыл бұрын
What a great idea 💡, got to find me some 👍👍
@michubelo3 жыл бұрын
Brother, you work really cool!! Send to your beautifull Family Hugs from México
@Sylvan_dB3 жыл бұрын
Instead of plywood, pick up a plain solid-core door from the damaged pile or used (and trim as needed). Some thin plywood could be used over a hollow or 6 panel door.
@harry-metal-melter3 жыл бұрын
nice!
@homesteadonomics3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for checking it out Harry!
@bgcorporation3 жыл бұрын
Hell yes! Ryobi! My favorite brand. Well probably because the batteries are freaking universal and let me tell you, that's the best thing to do.
@homesteadonomics3 жыл бұрын
Yes! I’ve been a fan for nearly 20 years! Tons and tons of tools that run off their 18+ platform 👍😀
@andrew_lee_poscad3 жыл бұрын
this is a best workshop. thanks for video. I am from to Vietnam
@WereReallyRelayCamping3 жыл бұрын
i used some file draws, 20+ years still going
@David-fv7zg3 жыл бұрын
What a fantastic idea.....
@dontblameme63282 жыл бұрын
That's better storage than cryobi tools deserve.
@EddyGurge3 жыл бұрын
Another issue, but one you will not have with filing cabinets, is rust. Our basement is occasionally a bit on the damper side, and my big filing cabinet loves to rust along the bottom.
@garymain7720 Жыл бұрын
Super!
@KaleidoscopeJunkie3 жыл бұрын
Great for guys with "Tons of stuff" . :-p -KJ
@homesteadonomics3 жыл бұрын
Yep, lots of room to throw the junk and keep it outta site.... like the kid strategy of cleaning your room by stuffing stuff under the bed😂
@mattewiegand98963 жыл бұрын
I used those for years in my shop. Great value for sure but they can be a little deep.
@sdeee38423 жыл бұрын
Omg you look like Nick from csi Las Vegas! 😀
@carmicha3 жыл бұрын
Nice kitty at 7:50
@Roadkillstew3 жыл бұрын
damn good show. great options. i used an old dresser but it broke into pieces. the weight on stuff was too much.
@bondpaz3 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome! 😃👌🏽
@garrettcal1812 Жыл бұрын
I have a heat press to keep my 60 pound heat press on. I can't find what the weight capacity is on it. In your opinion do you think it will hold. Great video. Thanks
@GreenHorn1Acre3 жыл бұрын
Great idea... Thx 😁👍🏼
@uknowulikethat40423 жыл бұрын
the 3 of them for 36$, does craigslist ship to Ireland ?
@homesteadonomics3 жыл бұрын
Haha.... I don’t think so. Kinda like a ‘garage sale’ sight where people sell things face to face
@jasonmushersee3 жыл бұрын
get the 4 drawer ones they're sturdy mouse proof good for flammables and emp protection for diagnostic tools & shortwave repeaters. long ago got the idea from a batman movie bruce wayne had a change clothes in a office file cabinet
@homesteadonomics3 жыл бұрын
Yep! All good aspects of them.... especially the Batman reference! 👍😀
@LIMABN Жыл бұрын
Are some file cabinets heavy duty? Ones I've seen and thrift stores seemed to delight to hold heavy work tools.
@eastofthegoodones.13912 жыл бұрын
How did you attach the wooden top to the file cabinet? Thanks👍
@YS-by7wy3 жыл бұрын
Genius.
@christopheranselmo35727 ай бұрын
use three drawer cabinets for base of work bench!!
@nowthenad32862 жыл бұрын
I have recently bought 10 4-drawer filing cabinets second hand. I am already a convert. However, I thought I would tell you what I am considering. The metal shallow drawer cabinets are very useful for storage of smaller items, but they do not have the same depth as a filing cabinet (2feet). So, I have been thinking about canibalising two 4 drawer cabinets and halving the height of each drawer and creating an 8 drawer cabinet. I just need to work out how to change their height. Maybe I could simply saw through them. The front would lose strength though. But I lack the workshop equipment to refold the drawer front. I could then use the runners and drawers from the second cabinet. What do you think? Is it doable?
@Narami013 жыл бұрын
I get my filing cabinets at goodwill when it's 50% off. 5 dollar cabinets are nice
@robertcollins61703 жыл бұрын
I have 1. 4 drawer. Very rugged.
@SaintTrinianz3 жыл бұрын
I like it. Any way they could serve as a faraday cage? I keep my tools in s couple of insulated metal trash cans to protect them but it's NOT convenient
@nowthenad32862 жыл бұрын
What are you protecting them from?
@bendon13033 жыл бұрын
how long does it take for the paint to fully cure and the fumes to go away?
@timetable6203 жыл бұрын
I have 4 5 foot file cabinets that hold all my large tools
@warlockcommandcenter3 жыл бұрын
I have found many two drawer files in the trash They do have a second life but that life seem to be shorter then the first.
@drhobbs16693 жыл бұрын
What is your camera setup
@KMF33 жыл бұрын
How many cans of paint did you use
@kristofwang1026 Жыл бұрын
Hey, Man, Do you need a good supplier of Steel Filing Storage Cabinet from China?
@DoubleAught3 жыл бұрын
Redback boots?
@FredMcIntyre3 жыл бұрын
😃👍🏻👊🏻
@craigs8313 жыл бұрын
New work bench is going to be much deeper than existing bench. Are you going to lose a lot of your walkway?
@mattchilders31233 жыл бұрын
Joe, put them on wheels :-) Then you can move them around.
@ohske3 жыл бұрын
😯👍👍👍👌❤❤❤
@user-pj6zz5ib9s3 жыл бұрын
حلوووو
@harelmoshe1003 жыл бұрын
Israel is fighting for Trump 🇺🇸🇮🇱 💪🏻
@earld14033 жыл бұрын
Using File Cabinets is a great idea but this video boiled down should of been less than a minute long - nothing useful about how to build inner boxes to optimize storage, what to do to prevent them from tipping over, nothing...
@homesteadonomics3 жыл бұрын
Sorry about that. I will probably build some organizers inside them when I do the bench project. But I won’t get to that until I figure what I will store in them. Thanks for checking it out and sorry there was nothing useful here for you.
@mrmicro223 жыл бұрын
You don't like the free ice cream so you take time to complain about it? Don't let the door hit you on the way out.