Don't Build a Flip Top Tool Stand, THIS Tool Storage Is Better

To help organize my wood shop, I built an alternative to the flip top tool cart. This one allows you to store your oscillating spindle sander inside an existing cabinet, and pull it out and lift it up to a comfortable working height when you need to use it. I'll show you how I built it and how I got the measurements so you can build your own.
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[@harryscratch212]

I really love your tutorials and have notifications activated to ensure that I never miss one. You have a unique gift of easily overcoming potentially troublesome issues. May I ask one big favour please? Any chance you could wind down the rock music in between narration, don’t get me wrong I am a fan but I do find it just a little too intrusive. I realise I’m probably in the minority, just saying as I don’t think it needs to be that loud. Cheers.

[@shaddupfarva]

Was thinking about this the other day. *not only does my phone listen to me it gets in my brain 🤷‍♂️ We used to put these rigs in kitchen cabinets for big mixers to pop up to counter height.

[@royburnham100]

Like the design, very well thought out. Was reading through the comments and it seems like people forget that you took the time to make it, explain it and show ste by step how to build it. Some people rather sh!t all over something complaining about music etc rather than thanking you for sharing your idea. Thanks fo sharing!

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you 🙏

[@SilentShiba]

I liked the music, I had to rewind a couple of times because I missed stuff while vibing lol

[@darrenvictor2648]

Man, you just made my life a living hell hahaha I have been designing my fliptop cupboard for the last 2 weeks and now I come across your great video and it has told my design to get lost hahaha A video really well done and the project is amazing, thanks mate! Also, I went to look at your channel and saw you have a few videos only. Judging by the excellent work you have made, like the table for your mitre saw, you should make more videos... Your craftsmanship is great, mate!

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you. I might start making long form videos again.

[@davidclayton6521]

A toggle latch or 2 would be great to lock that to the bench. I love this video you explained those arms really well

[@StubbleJumper54]

Thanks very much for this! I am building an island in our kitchen. I’m going to use this idea to make a lift for the wife’s food processor. I think she will love it. 🤓

[@miyahollands6136]

hi. thanks for this, I am planning to build a similar drawer for my table saw. Nice to see someone has gone down this road already

[@scorpianspirit5124]

60 yr old guy here, just starting to build out my workshop, and I really wish you were my next door neighbor ! (lol_) I really like this idea a lot. BTW, most of my tools that I have been buying have been Wen tools and I'm really happy with them. Cheers !

[@NVOutsider]

Thank you. It took a bit of "I have no idea what I'm doing engineering" and multiple watches and re-watches of the video and first time installing drawer slides. This allowed me to utilize some wasted space under the vice on my work bench.

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Awesome 👏

[@rimaggio]

A very clever device. BTW, among all the makers I watch on KZbin you earn the gold medal for being the most meticulous. Congratulations!

[@FullSteamDesigns]

I really appreciate it 🙏

[@anemul266]

wow what a space saver. Great idea for a small shop, much better than a flip cart.

[@supergimp2000]

Holy crap. What a great solution. I use a wheelchair in my small (garage) shop and have been struggling with coming up with a flip-cart design that would accommodate my sander (I have the Bauer (Harbor Freight) branded version of the same sander) as well as my DW735 thickness planer since space is at a premium. At my height, getting enough flip-clearance and not end up with the sander table too high is difficult. I spent the last two days making a cart with the DW735 on top and the sander on this type of lift and the result is fantastic. It puts the sander table at just the right height (essentially my slide out drawer is just a flat tray with sides - no riser necessary) and stows away easily under the planer when I don't need it. The only drawback is that I don't have much clearance behind the sander with the planer there, but I've never needed that really and with the weight of the planer I can pull the drawer out a bit to offer more clearance if the occasion does present itself even though the whole thing is on a rolling cart. Thanks for this idea!

[@FullSteamDesigns]

That’s a great idea. Have a mobile cart with your planer on top and this sander below it. I wonder if somehow you could fit 2 tools below the planer. They could each come out on the sides so it wouldn’t block the planer from being used.

[@michiahobrien837]

I have been looking for a solution like this for over 2 years. So glad this video showed up in my recommended feed today! Awesome job man, this made me a subscriber.

[@ryannichols732]

Same!

[@gonetothedgs]

Might not be what I want for a sander base, but I'm totally gonna use this idea for my router table under my work table. Thank you for this wonderful idea!!

[@FullSteamDesigns]

That would be a nice setup. Thanks!

[@MrDmorgan52]

Exactly what I was thinking!

[@timdone1902]

Finally got around to building this and saw your comment. I have enough room to add a router table drawer above my spindle sander and store the router in the drawer below. Win win!!

[@jeffstewart7434]

Was just contemplating adding a Kreg Foreman to my shop one day, and realized I absolutely have no more room. And then I stumble on to your video. Perfect solution to my problem. Thanks so much. I am saving the video so I can do this if my cornhole board making really takes off and I need the upgrade. Thanks. Liked AND subscribed

[@FullSteamDesigns]

That would be perfect for this.

[@MrEldoradot]

This is well thought out and nicely done.

[@jmerino06]

very well-done video, clear without all the extra "when i was 5 years old back story." I am definitely going to check out more of your videos

[@larryblackmon2341]

I really love this. Just what I was looking for without knowing I was looking for it. Believe it or not, not only well this solve a similar issue in my growing yet small shop, but provides an idea for some costume cabinets my wife wants me to build. Very professional tutorial for a great design.

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you 🙏

[@mauriceryton]

This is brilliant, takes up less shop floor space and is very functional.

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you 🙏

[@lisasullivan9825]

I am currently working on my own rendition of a mobile workbench station and was looking for ideas for the bandsaw, planer, drill press, and router table to all tuck under to leave a clean workspace for assembly. This is a really clean idea and I’ll be using this in customer sizes for all the tools. Thank you for making it.

[@MattMadeIt123]

Very clever solution to make the most of your space.

[@SuperZmeister]

You showed us exactly why we measure twice! A very nice shop feature that I’m likely to copy.

[@kevinroberts9814]

Best idea I've seen in a long time! Thanks.

[@tommywright7196]

This is just what I was looking for I'm building an addition to my shop

[@germanrepublic]

Have followed with great interest your "under the workbench" project and must state = for stationary, fixed (large / long) workbenches with sufficient free space under the work surface, your idea / implementation is certainly a gain, absolutely! BUT - if you have to get along with little space, stow machines and move in the room, the flip-top cabinet also has its justification. You just have to adjust the proportions, if necessary implement a handle for more safety, the larger machines you attach to the turntable and you just have to be careful when changing the tools / turn the work surface. In any case, I would not use the statement "THIS is ...". Conclusion: It is a pleasure to watch you implement your projects, have already taken one or the other suggestion, thank you for that! Please keep up the good work!

[@Onhereforfun85nodrama]

Yep going to build two of these. One for my planner and sander

[@jean-marcchretien1931]

very well done , i was wondering what to do with my oscillating sander, now i do. thanks great job.

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you

[@DrewLoika]

YES!!! This is the solution I've been trying to come up with for the last year. Thank you!

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@thatdiyguyraymondmonk1225]

This would be a great idea for the planer as well… great idea!

[@joshlillpop5595]

Good idea, never liked the flip top but they save space. This is a better solution for me.

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you

[@Woodified]

That's a great alternative for tool storage. Great job with your video.

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thanks

[@Marine-sz2lf]

I was going to build a flip top, but I like your set up better. Thanks for the idea. Great video.

[@vanillajustin]

This is the :perfect: solution for my setup. Thank you!

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Awesome!

[@richphelan7976]

Thanks!

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you 🙏

[@robertstewart9658]

I approve of your choice of tool brand.

[@FullSteamDesigns]

I’ve had good luck with most of their products.

[@jzsuperstar9948]

I was going to build a flip-top for my spindle sander and belt sander. I have VERY limited space and having a flip-top would free up some of that space but this concept is much better. I can have 2 or 3 bench top machines lined up along the wall and with this "flip-up" idea I wont have to drag the flip-top out to access them. And that also gives me much more, valuable, work bench space. Thank you! Glad I found this.

[@markshipman4864]

Cool. I hope Lee finds his tools.

[@philipbond2066]

Thanks for a great idea. I have a Blackstone 22" griddle on a pullout in my outdoor kitchen. The only complaint I have is that it is lower than my counter height. I am going to re design the pullout and incorporate your lift system to bring it to above the counter, a better height for grilling. I will write back with the results. Cheers

[@felixfromnebraska8648]

Chris, This a great idea, my friend. I still need some of the flip carts as well. My cabinets will have drawers mostly, so real estate will be already used up. You did save me a lot of time I'm the design portion of your solution. Thanks for sharing. Feli

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you so much 🙏

[@kevinomahoney408]

Thanks

[@garytanner3156]

I will be adding this design to my workbench. Thank you so much, I really like it.

[@skampp]

I love your use of spacers to save time measuring throughout the whole video. Good build, thanks for taking the time to make this!

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you 🙏

[@fromthistexasbreath]

I learned to do this when I started out in a cabinet shop, and use it as often as possible. Faster and more accurate than marking and measuring (too easy to introduce error when repeating), its a win/win!

[@houseofwood240]

This is great, I was looking for an out of the box way of tucking away my tools in my workstation!!!

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you!

[@milttaylor3898]

Gotta say, one of the best tutorials I have seen. I have been looking to do something like this for a couple years and now I can build it. Thank You

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you so much

[@rptrower]

Great design and build!! I'm getting ready to build a new miter saw station that will be 12' long. I'm going to incorporate this design into it for my Rigid sander. Thanks for posting the great video!

[@roderickharvey1427]

Thank You. I was looking for a way to move a few tools to under my bench. Thanks again for a great video.

[@lifter78]

Hands down a better alternative to a flip top horror show. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you 🙏

[@optimusprimesqrt6]

I built my first flip top stand like the one you have shown and I always wondered why more people didn't build this type of stand just for the reason you showed with everything fall off. I built my 1st one 40 yrs ago and all of the ones I built are still in use and going strong. congrads you have the right idea.👍

[@codyrepp4635]

Just found this video. I love this idea. I am in the process of completely building my own shop. I am trying to map out flow. I have been looking at making flip carts, but this idea makes me rethink that. Great job. Thanks.

[@jamesmagalee8505]

Nice build. I made a flip-top stand for my planer/sander, but incorporated a drawer in the base. I keep my accessories in ziplock bags inside the drawer so nothing gets lost. Yes, I can’t use the storage built into the sander, but I don’t have the floor or workbench space to spare. Just an alternative suggestion for those with the same issue.

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thanks

[@ildefonsogiron4034]

Flip tops kind of scare me, so I find your solution worth considering for tools like my bench grinder, metal band saw and 18 inch band sander. Thanks for sharing!

[@jeffrice3882]

Slick build. I am impressed how simple the setup is and how flexible it is with the cabinet/table type.

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you

[@martincaruana6632]

A great idea. Trying to maximize my space. This will help a lot. Thanks.

[@DanMoellering]

I was considering a flip top, but this looks like a better solution. I'm going to build the same thing. but also add some sort of lock for when its up. Thanks

[@gregmize01]

Great editing and presentation on this cool build! 👍👍👍👍

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you 🙏

[@norm5785]

Wonderful way to store these tools. Thank you for sharing. Everyone stay safe, happy and healthy. From Henrico County Virginia

[@chuckyounger7298]

Thanks for all the trouble you went to, to fully explain your build, I’ve been trying to come up with a method to mount mr RIDGID sander for years, and this is perfect! Now if you could only come up with a way to widen my 12 foot shop, to say 16 foot... that would be great!

[@brettbarager9101]

Great idea. Will work for my router table

[@philabraham658]

A great solution!!! I can see this potentially clearing my scroll saw of the bench surface(great tool but not in ‘everyday’ use) thanks for sharing👍🏼

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you. I thought of doing one for a scroll saw that had slightly shorter front legs so it sat at a slight angle. Maybe it could be adjustable so if you wanted it to sit level.

[@danpeikes]

Love it. Great idea. I may steal this idea but use a premade small appliance lift.

[@FullSteamDesigns]

I have one in my kitchen. This setup is better for a sander IMO.

[@dwwoodbuilds]

Great video Chris and a useful shop storage solution! Really appreciate how you explained what you were doing and why. 👍👍👍

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thanks, I really appreciate it.

[@johnathanward9763]

Great job! Love build videos that are clear and to the point. One of the best I have seen in months.

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you 🙏

[@GyWO10]

Great idea & plan! Wish I could use it in my shop but maybe in the future

[@marcuspullan1142]

Just bought this sander last night, coming tomorrow. I think I’m going to do this!!! Might look into drill press and band saw. I’ve got a workbench with a bunch of openings for drawers that I can make into openings for this

[@FullSteamDesigns]

I was gunna try the drill press, but decided it was a little heavy for this. Might need some redesigning to make it work better.

[@martyc513]

Thank you! Perfect for my new bench top planer. Should fit perfectly under my miter saw.

[@BrianRoosa]

This is brilliant for my band saw

[@SpinCreationDesign]

Great idea! I might to do this for the router table I bought from KN Designs and my DeWalt planer. It would save space for sure. The planer is quite a bit heavier so it may need to be on top (mobile stand) but ensuring I have adequate work space for the router table would need to be considered as well.

[@garyclifton2772]

Great idea, have same wynn sander and was looking for a storage solution, I like this wouldn't have plans would you? Nice job....

[@Trickmanii]

I am mixed on this. This is another storage solution but it doesn't eliminate the need for a flip top design. Filp top design allows for two machine to be held in a smaller footprint on the floor. Most shops have more unusable/wasted vertical space. Floor space is at a premium always. Still a cool design.

[@SunshineSyl]

As an aspiring woodworking, your video spoke to my soul. Thanks ~ ☕️ on me

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you 🙏

[@MD-en3zm]

So simple yet so effective and useful. Great build!

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you 🙏

[@johnbown3119]

Great solution. Stops stuff going everywhere unlike a flip out or revolving tool stand. For the drawer under my table saw stand, I angled the drawer slides up a bit to make it self closing. Might work here to keep the sander against the bench.

[@FullSteamDesigns]

That’s a good idea. Thanks.

[@cackleberryfarm4598]

That is a REALLY cool design! Make me rethink things in my shop re-build that's currently going on. Thanks!

[@MegaHammis]

This is bloody genius!

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you

[@MakerBeach]

Great idea and great execution! Keep up the good work.

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you!

[@brendaboyce9967]

Thanks for the video and all the detailed instructions. This is a great idea.

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you

[@monkeyboysworkshop]

What a great idea dude! May try this for my shop, cheers 🤙🏻

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thanks! Cheers!

[@mattbourbon9905]

hell yes!!!!! Absolutely doing this

[@coreyhiggins621]

Great job and fantastic idea! I just started building a base cabinet to store my bench tools in and to have a work surface to use them on. I've looked at flip tops, ceiling tracks with pulley or winch lifts, and even lifts similar to yours. I finally gave up and decided to keep it simple by placing to tools on pull out trays and just lifting them manually onto the bench. Your idea is by far the best I've seen, and I'm so glad I stumbled upon your video. I'm sure this application will work great for at least some of my tools if not all. Thank you so much!

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you!

[@jewdd1989]

I like the idea of flip top tables but not for all tools! Lol I like this and I wish there were more builds like this.

[@rampp17]

that's soooooo cool! And what a great idea and easy to recreate. Thanks for the detailed instruction!

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you

[@drewbarthlow4421]

I love this idea! Im thinking of ways to adapt it to kitchen appliances that don’t live on the counter, like a waffle maker, crockpot, blender, etc. I wonder if it could be incorporated into a 270 degree corner carousel shelf? I’ve got a lot of wasted space in a small kitchen

[@Ironsight_design]

Was looking for a solution for my wen 6” benchtop jointer! This will be perfect

[@OGOAB2023]

Great idea! I have the same WEN sander in a small cluttered shop have been looking for a place to accommodate it. I'll definitely be building this system. Thanks for sharing!

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Awesome! Thank you.

[@stevestogsdill5791]

brilliant solution

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thanks

[@adelehurst-dand3319]

Fantastic design!

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you

[@a9ball1]

Another one. I stumbled across this video and it was so good I had to subscribe and I'm thinking about making one for my super small shop. Great work!

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Cool! Thank you!

[@tvonhon]

I've also been wanting to do something similar! Thank you for sharing!!

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thanks!

[@tvonhon]

I subscribed as well! I can see your page blowing up quickly with your ingenuity.

[@doug9909]

Thats exactly what I need.. well done.

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you

[@talegunner4414]

Love the design. You are missing the reason why they made flip tops. Storage of multiple units. You have a thickness planer on the other side of the sander, so what are you going to do with your planer?

[@FullSteamDesigns]

This could be built into a cart if you wanted. Put the planer on top and have this underneath. That way both tools can be used.

[@az57man65]

Very nicely done!

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you

[@idiotluggage]

Great idea. Thanks for sharing this!

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you

[@floydcalderwood7307]

Thanks so much. You just saved me from a lot of head scratching!

[@jeffzutler1747]

I've been considering a flip top for quite a awhile, but this seems to be a better solution, and simpler to make also. Thanks for a very clear and understandable video.

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thanks!

[@DadSheet]

This was exactly what I was looking for, literally for my sanding unit!! Great video and easy to follow. Thanks man!

[@douglasticknor1823]

New to woodworking and this was exactly what I need to do in my small shop! Excellent video and great explanation!

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you

[@fredzaspel7350]

Brilliant. Many thanks - I think this is just what I need for my new (small) shop. .

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you

[@oldmanpottering]

Good job mate, much better than the flip top! Thanks for sharing

[@FullSteamDesigns]

Thank you

[@Whiskeywoodworks]

Awesome making two this week

[@shaniaa9287]

I might do something like this in my kitchen to hide the mixer when not in use. Thanks SO much. Great idea. I appreciate it👍❣️❣️❣️