How to build a diy drill charging station

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Be sure to check out my website for other Projects, Blog posts, Plans and Tools I use! Walkersww.com

[@dvdgnzlz25]

Thanks for the video. I think I'm going to build this one. Only difference is, I love French cleats to hang small cabinets like these.

[@LoneWolf-yp2mo]

Great job !! I keep my Dad's tools for the same reason. I ask him for help ... often. I miss him like crazy ... still .. it's been 31 years. He was an awesome man.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

I'm sure he's looking out for you.

[@mack2420]

I feel for you! My dad’s been gone for 18 years and I’m still thinking about him daily and still using his tools in my shop.

[@norastackhouse]

This is a very useful design. Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@bret_Lambky]

I built one about six months ago very similar to yours. They are a great asset to the shop. I added a few of the small plastic bins to hold misc tools. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Good idea!

[@bret_Lambky]

Walkers Woodworks yours is made out of better quality material. I had a leftover piece of concrete form plywood that I repurposed. It needs a couple of coats of paint, but it’s functional and was basically free...lol keep up the great work my friend..

[@tiffcozart5432]

Thank you for making an easy first build!!

[@TheMilkybarkid69]

Mint that, gonna save the video for when the weather gets a bit warmer as l have to do mine outside.

[@The_Joker_]

Very nice. I like that you use your grandads tools too.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you!

[@waynemiller6070]

Nice work. Built something very similar last night before seeing this video. Surprisingly similar.

[@abelmorales4303]

I need this in my life ASAP!!!! 💯

[@neo_nawaratintarapanich6209]

I like your ideas and the way you build it. Your VDO makes me like to do it for my small shop right the way. Good job!👍👍👍

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you!

[@kevinallen4069]

Great video!!! I truly appreciate you taking the time to share your ideas, tips and measurements from this video. A concept that’s pretty rare these days without asking for a donation!!! Always treasure your “Grandpa’s Router” sir; it’s priceless and irreplaceable!!! This is my first video of yours that I’ve seen, but I now look forward to watching the rest... New subscriber. God bless you and yours!!!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

+Kevin Allen thank you so much. That means alot! I will definitely keep the router and continue to use it. It works great 😁

[@philliphall5198]

Hey that’s pretty neat stuff Love it and will do it for my air tools also

[@patrickzadd5215]

nice addition to your shop!

[@SweetStrat57]

Just built this yesterday. Thanks for the video and plans!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you for the support!!

[@bluefallon6374]

Nicely done, I'm in the process of building one , mine looks very similar.great video.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks!!

[@bluefallon6374]

Your welcome, I also like what You said about your grandpa.

[@paullobwein1632]

Awesome work and loved the simplified way of approaching it. I totally understood the how and why. Makes perfect sense! Great content. Off now to watch more of your videos!

[@brendanodonnell6419]

Great project video - bravo!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you!

[@3257bm]

Love it! Great Job!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you!

[@herbertmorris2848]

Excellent teaching video! Thanks.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you

[@junskey]

clamping that level was genius lmao i've done the same thing so many times with with the level tipping over. why have i never thought of that

[@WalkersWoodworks]

+Juneau Dahl haha live and learn! Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment! I appreciate it.

[@barryroberts6470]

Excellent build, love the idea of clamping a level to whatever you are hanging up, it's one of those 'oh yer' moments when i saw that. Great build again, all over a perfect video. New Subscriber now just for this video alone. Barry (ENG)

[@WalkersWoodworks]

+Barry Roberts haha I love those moments! Thanks alot for commenting and subbing! Much appreciated!

[@lcook0825]

Always glad to see other people who use the Mikita platform.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

I for sure love Makita stuff!

[@HuskyDad479]

Great build. Thanks for the ideas!! I am looking forward to building something similar in the near future.

[@Malibuair]

Looks great! If you hang your chargers on the side you would gain that space and its easier to get you batteries in and out.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks! I have other stuff hanging on the side now.

[@maryd826]

Just found your channel and gotta say, I love your videos! I love your narrative style, the way you explain not just what you're doing but why you're doing it that way, and love the quality of the projects you make. Nice job - I have liked, subscribed and hit the bell button... the trifecta for a job well done!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Mary Dunne thank you so much! I really appreciate the kind words and support!

[@ricdonato4328]

Very nicely explained. In your tool list I do not see the air nailer, nor the length and gauge of nails. Question, what gauge 23-18-16, my guess 18 gauge, length 1.25" possibly"?

[@WalkersWoodworks]

I have since started using arrow fastener nailers but yes 18ga brads. I can't remember what length they were off hand.

[@ricdonato4328]

@@WalkersWoodworks Thank you for your prompt reply. 18 gauge is what I use, thinking about acquiring a 23 gauge for smaller items. My thinking is use glue then pin nail for holding as glue dries.Thus I can continue working on the item not messing up my glued pieces; oh yes I have done that.

[@briancummings634]

Been meaning to build one of these, your build is one of the best ones I’ve seen yet.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Brian Cummings well thank you!!! I appreciate that!

[@stevewalker7822]

Nice work. Organization is really great.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you!

[@chriswhite4596]

Nice job , especially for a Bunch of Scrap materials laying around ........

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you!

[@gergemall]

Nice design

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks!

[@Highball28]

Add Dowels to the Side for Saw Blade Storage. Awesome Cabinet Build...

[@jayyoungii9140]

James High: Good idea. I think I will add blade storage to mine.

[@imbrah2925]

Great video!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you!

[@sprntkr]

That turned out really nice. Have u considered using French cleats to hang those nice cabinets? I wanted to comment on the fact I stumbled across your channel today and I have since watched every video of yours. I really like them, they’re well done, they’re simple and to the point and the volume and tone with which you speak is easy to listen to. I also have to say I like some of the more “duh, why didn’t I think of that” moments such as using the spring clamps to hold the level in place. On a good day I might’ve thought of that lol. Keep up the good work and excellent videos, sir.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Haha thanks! Yea I thought about a French cleat system. Maybe someday I'll switch it all over.

[@NotaBot005]

What size nails did you use to nail the back panel?

[@BronkBuilt]

Nice project. Great job.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

+BronkBuilt thank you!

[@andrewbieger5004]

Nice build. I had to laugh when you described the flush trim bit as being the fastest and most efficient. I was thinking that routers make dust FASTER than anything else I own.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Haha

[@scottygriffith4753]

I like this idea might have to do something for my shop

[@WalkersWoodworks]

It works out good!

[@ZacJones]

I just built a smaller version and I feel like I already need one this size. Nice build man!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

+Melrose Design Company haha always build bigger than you need is my theory.

[@wood4me]

At 0:36 Don't need the power saw to cut the board. How then? Cut the board the full cut on the mitre saw Then flip the board over and cut again. Simple.

[@derekw40]

That is exactly what I’m gonna build soon. Just moved and I’m struggling to be organized. This will help for sure. And keep all the most used items easier to access.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

That's for sure! I do have plans for it if you're interested at www.walkersww.com in the shop section.

[@dlswot8950]

Great job!

[@billmthacker]

Where can I find a craig jig camp like that ?

[@velazquezguitars]

Great project and excellent video! Thanks a lot for the share!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks for watching!

[@PenaltyBoxWoodshop]

Looks like a great build for organization!!! Great job Brandon!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

+Penalty Box Woodshop thanks man. It really helped out!

[@garyg5132]

Excellent video, do you happen to have a video or plan for your cross-cut sled?

[@WalkersWoodworks]

+Gary G I don't but I was planning on making one eventually. But I highly recommend watching Matt Cremona's video on his. It's a good one.

[@garyg5132]

Walkers Woodworks thank you, I found his video

[@keepitreal4046]

You should get the kreg pocket hole machine. $400. You could do all those holes in minutes. I love mine. Saves tons of time.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

I've thought about it lol

[@keepitreal4046]

Hah. I do the same things and used the jig you have for years. Then I got the foreman. Holy hell I wish I got it 10 years ago. It’s so fast and accurate I love it. I see your friend has it on the video of your track table you guys made. Stupid question time. How do you like the track saw you have? I need to get one. Was looking at the kreg and dewalt one. I’m honestly not impressed w the fess. My friend has it an I think it’s way over priced.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Yea I love mine. Using it and then the festool I feel like it's just as good. I would upgrade the blade though unless you're only cutting plywood.

[@keepitreal4046]

Walkers Woodworks ok thx

[@Danman1972]

Like that idea..... I have a lot of 3/4 ply left over.... need one. Its gonna happen. Just need a design that fits my space. I also have a old router. My Dad's 70's craftsman one. I like using it. The base has a crack in it. Works well still. Old style that actually has a cable hooked up to the throttle wheel to control the motor. I thought it was a wire for the trigger that was until I hooked it on something with the thing plugged in! I'm a bit more careful with it these days, but do have a new dewalt plunger one (thanks to the wife for me B-day).

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Haha nice. Always cool to have old tools from family members.

[@Danman1972]

@@WalkersWoodworks Yes, I also have his old table saw (craftsman 113). It's sentimental and takes up a lot of room. I could get buy with a job site saw that folds up for what I need, but it is nice for have a cast top, and side wings. Its just horrible for dust. I should really upgrade to a newer model, but I think I'm going to mod it with a kerf knife addition and some dust collection. I do enjoy using it to make things.

[@log2lumber]

great video

[@jorble_dorble]

Great build! Thanks for the video. I am probably going to make one of these this weekend. Also, the mask you were using while spraying on the finish is the same one I have, and I wanted to let you know it does not do much to protect against the chemicals in finishes (unless my eye isn't as sharp as I think it is and you have a different mask than me...). Anyway, God bless and keep 'em coming.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks! Yea I need to get a respirator.

[@tylerfj24]

THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT I AM LOOKING FOR!! Unfortunaly i dont have a table saw or the room for some of the equipment you used here... Man i wish you could cut all the pieces and ship them out for the end user like myself to put together!! ive got to get some more room somehow...... How to get my wife to stop using her side of the garage hahaha

[@WalkersWoodworks]

You can definitely use a circular saw and a straight edge. Orrrr if you talk to them real nice home depot may even cut them for you. But I wouldn't trust them to cut them perfect haha. I have plans available for it now with a cut list. Link in the description.

[@LoneWolf-yp2mo]

I challenged my wife to an arm wrestling match ! WINNER TAKES ALL !!!! ........ She won that too ... after a kick in a bad spot .... yeah .... she's like that .... I should've seen it coming !!! LOL !!

[@lindam.9282]

Awesome project! I was so tired after watching you in fast motion...I decided to wait until tomorrow to start on mine. 🤫🤔

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Hahaha thanks!

[@Florinachis]

Nice project! For me it's too big..🤗..But for inspiration... it's perfect!🙏🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@WalkersWoodworks]

+Florinachis1978 you could definitely scale it down. Thank you for watching 👌👍👍

[@jamesg9943]

Well crap, now I've got to go pull out the table saw 😁 Thanks for the idea and video 👍👍

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Haha thanks for watching!

[@brenwyattm0rij909]

Great Stuff !

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you!!

[@knowmater]

Nice video. What brand is your rip fence? Looks like it just runs on the back rail so that you can have an out feed table really close.

[@Ryanhess1986]

How wide did you put the bottom spacers from each other?

[@WalkersWoodworks]

+Ryan Hess I'd have to go back and measure but honestly wish I had put them a little closer. Just reference off the drills and drivers you plan to put in there would be my suggestion.

[@jsleema1]

Hi buddy, awesome video! I’m very new to woodworking (and I’m in the UK! 🥴), so have been looking at videos on KZbin to help me out. Glad I found yours, subscribed instantly!! Your methods and approach is impeccable; easy to understand and extremely thorough. That = perfect! 👍🏻 Anyway, I am trying to setup a little work area in my galvanised steel shed. It’s not large, so space is at a premium. So I have one question for you: What did you do/use to attach the anchors to your metal wall (the two bits of wood to screw into)? My plan is to completely cover my wall with MDF. This will allow me to attach various shelves and other bits easily. But, it still goes back to my original question of how to secure the wood to the metal. I’d really appreciate any advice you can give, and look forward to watching the rest of your videos. With enormous thanks, Jon

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Hey Jon! If you go to any big box store they should have some screws that are specifically for securing wood to metal. I used them in my new shop to sister up 2x4's to metal studs. 👍

[@marklestersanchez6444]

Just wana ask wat is d brand of ur cordless drill..tnx..

[@WalkersWoodworks]

I use all makita stuff.

[@debbushee6970]

great idea with the tape . did you use any glue ? some good ideas . but i think i would have used some dados and some thinner ply , especially where lumber has gone out of sight now . but i like the design /setup . sincerely deb in VT

[@WalkersWoodworks]

I didn't use glue, no. I usually don't on my shop stuff.

[@cwroadking]

Hello Mr Walker great idea ! My question is what kind of air filter system are you using? I saw in the beginning of the video up in the top right corner what looks like a delta air system is that what you use ?

[@WalkersWoodworks]

It is an old delta system. Works great though!

[@TheMadChadder1]

Great video. Thanks for posting it

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks for watching!

[@BOROTECH1]

Super 👍

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks!

[@edreusser4741]

should have used french cleats to mount the holder on the wall. That way it can be noved at will.

[@crossgrainwoodproductsltd9230]

I really like the design of this build. I've seen hundreds of different ones but I really like this one. I've needed one for my shop for quite some time and I like what you are using yours for. It looks like items most used for a build. By the way, that cross-cut sled is HUGE!! The back piece closest to you, is that two 1/2" pieces glue together? Thanks!! Happy Holidays to you and yours!!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Haha thanks! It's actually two 3/4" pieces of ply glued together. There are plans for it in the description if you're interested,

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Also happy holidays to you as well!

[@watercaptainconrad]

Nice job on the build, why didn’t you mount it with a French cleat?

[@WalkersWoodworks]

+Conrad rieckhoff thanks! I've never really been a fan of them. Idk just did it with cabinetry in mind lol.

[@greg6107]

Thanks for sharing, Walker really like !

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks for watching!

[@josuea.2468]

Awesome - curious how you can tell the weigh capacity for this. You've got a bunch of small stuff in there but with gallons and gallons of stuff up top would it be too heavy and drop down? How do you account for that?

[@WalkersWoodworks]

I have no idea what the weight capacity is. I hung from the top shelf and I weight 190. Sooooo that I guess. Haha.

[@mcuellar309]

Super

[@strokerace5468]

I like it. Now if I can find the room

[@timothybell5870]

What are the measurements on this one I like it

[@WalkersWoodworks]

They are listed in the description. Thanks!

[@juandiffut8829]

I like it

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks!

[@cheryltaylor1322]

Very nice job Brandon! I want one exactly like that, I got the plans on that and 2 other ones. Also, I've been looking through ur projects and have you ever made a routing table? Hope so! Thank you, Cheryl

[@WalkersWoodworks]

That's awesome! I really appreciate that. Thanks so much. I haven't made a router table but maybe in the future!

[@carlosquintero697]

Great video, if you can keep posting your measurement and material they are of much help to newbies like me. BTW, there is nothing wrong with asking for donations but instead create a page where one can download Sketchup drawings with a cut list and materials. Love the fact you mentioned about your grandpa's router if you can pass it on to your kids. Thank you again, excellent job.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks so much! I do want to make plans eventually for my projects.

[@JEREMY120983]

good job, perfect!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you!!! Thanks for watching!

[@jayyoungii9140]

Nice build. Just out of curiosity, why did you hang your drills from the battery? Personal preference, or is there an advantage to this method?

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Because the bodies of different tools are different sizes. But yes mostly just preferred them that way lol. Thanks for watching!

[@johnmccracken6497]

How wide is it?

[@lemarb11]

Does it take a full 4x8 sheet of plywood?

[@WalkersWoodworks]

I'm not sure honestly lol I was thinking abut making plans for it though...

[@bobby-c7731]

A couple of quick things. First, you could have clamped inside the box if you took the end off your trigger clamps, turned them around, and used them as spreaders (assuming your clamps will do that). Second, I strongly suggest you wear ear protection, especially with a long router session

[@WalkersWoodworks]

+Bob Costello thanks for the tips.

[@BroomfieldRR]

I was hoping your plans would have had a layout on how to best cut the pieces out of a sheet of plywood. I am good at cutting wrong and need more wood than I should.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Sorry about that.

[@raulvalle4920]

Very creative channel, I already subscribed, hey my friend I do Mobile car Detail and I want to do a setup in van I need to do car orbital polishers with drill driver and also spray bottle and waxes rack holders, what would you recommend me, maybe one rack for all together, polishers, drill drivers, spray bottles, waxes bottles, like the one I saw in this video, but you are the expert, let me know thanks

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks for subbing! Yea that's a great idea! This project can be altered to fit pretty much any configuration.

[@crossgrainwoodproductsltd9230]

Hi there, I read your comment and I thought of a video I saw recently on "Mikes Woodshop"-- kzbin.info/www/bejne/iKjWe62OhsaHa6M In this video, he shows his new work truck and how he outfitted it for his plumbing business. It's very organized just like his shop, which is an advertisement for KREG TOOLS & FESTOOL, lol. He has just about every tool out there and some I've never seen before. In another video of his updated drill press stand he uses an edge banding machine that is incredible! I didn't know they made them for the home workshops. Anyways, I hope you get some ideas from it. Best of luck!

[@diyprojectchannel]

This station looks really cool 😎 subscribed your channel 👍

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks so much!!

[@MultiDonna26]

Hearing protection?

[@mar56313]

A big Like.... but... my workshop gets very dusty so I will build one that sits inside a cabinet. Thank you!!!!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Sounds good!

[@unmalo2768]

No glue?

[@WalkersWoodworks]

+Un Garza nah

[@Usmcmike711]

Great video man. I liked and subbed

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks! Really appreciate it!

[@Marcus_Caius]

Nice charging station, I need to make one of those. One note about table saw sled. It's easier to use your back fence kerf to align stock. Mark your stock on the back and align your mark on the fence kerf.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Well the slot in my sled was cut with a thicker blade. So I had to go off the new thin kerf blade. If that makes sense.

[@Marcus_Caius]

@@WalkersWoodworks Yes makes sense. What you can do if you want a zero clearance and clean cut is to add a thin sub-fence or sacrificial fence.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

True Story.

[@arproductions6661]

It can be easier to install if you use a french cleat.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Could be.

[@Dmfastslide]

I appreciate you showing your mistakes. It's just not always perfect...

[@WalkersWoodworks]

That's for sure lol

[@joeychgo]

Why not just have a single sheet across the bottom, with cutouts for drills? Seems like that would be stronger

[@WalkersWoodworks]

🤔 That's a good idea. I'm not sure haha. I think cause I had the scraps.

[@joshevans6321]

Hey mate, What’s the actual tool used at 6:24 -? Not the piece, but the actual tool. I’m just starting out and have never seen or heard of it. Would love to get one. Thanks mate

[@WalkersWoodworks]

It's a trim router. Thanks for watching.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Plans for this and other builds now available! - gumroad.com/walkerswoodworks If you enjoyed this video check out my other shop project videos. Here is a link to one! kzbin.info/www/bejne/e5DWaYp5gtpjfbM Also don't forget to subscribe! I'd really appreciate it! kzbin.info

[@theropesofrenovation]

"I just couldn't handle how ugly that was" lol Great job. I'm ON it.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Haha just being honest.

[@sstrick500]

I tried the PVC pipe version of this; didn't like it, as some drills look the same from the back. I went the ugly route and hung them sideways on the wall with nail holders.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Whatever works!

[@NAKMartialArts]

Can you share the measurements?

[@WalkersWoodworks]

I have plans available in the description. 👍

[@CASERIOMUSIC]

I order the plans but put in the wrong email and now I can’t access them

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Email me. [e-mail]

[@kennethturner7942]

Purchased the plans to get all of my drills organized. Apparently I have a tool problem! Last count was 7 drills =) 3 different platforms. And still, I need more tools lol

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Haha that doesn't sound like a problem! Thanks for getting the plans!

[@kennethturner7942]

@@WalkersWoodworks Thanks for making it easier for my shop to be organized! And bought 2 more drills lol but but but, I need them! Hey, it was $74 for 2 Gen 5X Brushless drills 2 batteries and charger. Couldn't pass it up!

[@rosalbamartinez8385]

Can you give me the measurements, I cant find it in comments?

[@WalkersWoodworks]

There are plans available for it. Gumroad.com/walkerswoodworks

[@wellingtonsousa2785]

Muito bom 👍🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@alexclark6768]

after watching some of your other videos i was waiting for this to have some sort of waterfall on it :p

[@WalkersWoodworks]

+Alex Clark haha can't epoxy everything.