How To Build A DIY Flip Top Tool Stand Workstation // Woodworking Shop Project

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I built this DIY flip top tool stand and workstation based on plans from my buddy Brad at Fix This Build That (gumroad.com/a/.... This stand holds my oscillating belt sander and hollow chisel mortiser (amzn.to/2IjLtv1), but it's great for almost any bench top tool, including lunchbox planers, sanders, drill presses, etc.
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[@thijs199]

hey I would say sideways support is an issue on this table, yet easily fixed by a cross structure which you'd have to assemble and dissassemble everytime you'd flip the station, if such stability would be desirable

[@Fixthisbuildthat]

Great work on this one, Johnny! Glad you dig the plans, it's such an awesome space saver. If anyone wants the plans with detailed cut list to get this all out of one sheet then hit that link in his description!!

[@craftedworkshop]

Looks like lots of folks have been buying the plans, it’s an awesome addition to most any shop!

[@meghaman08]

What does is mean imperial measurement?

[@foreverwood1963]

I just don't see the thumbs down on this one. Space saver, nice looking, has drawers, two tools. Excellent build

[@brettbosn24]

I build one of these recently from Brad's plans as well, but I made one modification. I put some small springs on each one of the locking knobs before the washer so every time i loosen it the washer stays close to the knob and I dont have to mess with them while trying to lock the platform back in. Helped out a lot. Great job on the build as well!

[@craftedworkshop]

Good idea!

[@aussiefreediver]

Brett, do you have any pics or vid showing how this works? in the planning phase of a modified build!

[@brettbosn24]

@@aussiefreediver I do not, but I am working on setting up a channel and putting some videos out. I will see if I can get a picture uploaded for you!

[@MrJmoering]

This is a great build. Someone like me that have limited space in their garage but want things fixed to a stand really appreciate this. Can we get more space saving builds like this?

[@craftedworkshop]

This is definitely a great build for that kind of thing! We'll see if I come up with anything similar.

[@mcattack2009]

Brad's design is fantastic

[@craftedworkshop]

Definitely!

[@thijs199]

You could also make a door like, which turns 180 degrees, but you need special hardware for that.

[@sergiofilosofo3355]

A very simple flip top table, very cool, easy to build with just a few material. Thanks for that!

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks Sergio!

[@pygar909]

I built this same stand. I made my knobs out of plywood with a 2" hole saw and T-nuts. For the drawer, I didn't use any slides at all.

[@craftedworkshop]

Sounds cool!

[@tonyscerri6039]

Very good creativity looks well designed and built.

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks Tony!

[@JonnyBuilds]

Pretty flipping nice!

[@craftedworkshop]

What you did there... I see it. :)

[@furthernorthfab]

Jonny wins the Pun-off!

[@erickwon8528]

Berry punny.

[@paddyjsheridan]

🤦🏼‍♂️

[@furthernorthfab]

Such a solid design. Good point about the casters

[@craftedworkshop]

Yup, Brad did a killer job with it!

[@furthernorthfab]

Crafted Workshop that Brad... Always fixing this and building that. Just ever ends with that guy.

[@dadoosworkshop]

That's pretty neat. Looks like one more thing to add to my "I need to build one of those" list

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks for watching, y'all! If you're interested in building this, here's the DIY Flip Top Tool Stand plans : gumroad.com/a/937473139/ajVYN // Check out Rockler's awesome tools and accessories here: bit.ly/rocklercrafted // Check out Festool's amazing power tools here: bit.ly/festooldealers

[@ryanrudd4346]

I made one of these recently. So handy.

[@craftedworkshop]

For sure!

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

That's such a dope design Johnny!

[@fred_derf]

Nice design, I'm going to be building some tool stands and this is certainly going to be an option. My only concern with that design is lateral strength, you literally just have two pieces of plywood standing vertically. I would think with two heavy tools attached to the top you would get quite a bit of swaying. A couple of ribs dadoed into the sides on the outside should solve any issues though.

[@bruceking440]

I think he secures the pipe which in effect turns it into a box structure.

[@chrisfinn4172]

Pure genius.

[@markquinlan4876]

Very good job here. Well explained. Bought the plans, need some carts. 1st project turned out nice. Adjusted the drawer height to accommodate a taller tool, easy especially working off the plans. Thanks again, keep up the good work.

[@StudioJLT]

I built this from Brads plans too. Great space saver!

[@craftedworkshop]

For sure!

[@lachlananthony6983]

That’s really nice work. I could do with one of these in my wood garage too

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks, super useful for sure!

[@theeapco]

Excellent piece of shop furniture!

[@craftedworkshop]

Definitely!

[@weberwoodshop]

Great video Johnny! I love mine, and people are always asking me about it. Now I can just refer them to your video for how to build it! That locking mechanism is rad, I just used a sliding bolt latch like the kind you put on a gate but it doesn’t work that great... to much play and it rocks back and forth when I use the planer. I’m going to modify it with your solution.

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks man! Brad’s design is really clever and works extremely well. I think the mechanism is from an old Shop Notes, those things are gold!

[@sapelesteve]

I've watched a lot of these builds over the years & yours is one of the best! Great job!! I built 2 of these a few years back & they come in very handy indeed.............. :)

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks, they are super handy!

[@FranksDIY]

I have the same problem with space being golden. I have to make myself one of those. Great job Johnny

[@craftedworkshop]

Have fun Frank!

[@diyhuntress]

Very cool! Now I’m wishing I made one last weekend instead of the rolling stand I built. 🙈

[@craftedworkshop]

They’re pretty sweet!

[@brotherwood3149]

Kerja bagus saudara ku..sungguh menginsfirasi banyak orang... terus lah berkarya..

[@charlesholland6851]

Nice! I've been need to do this. The Ridgid sander and maybe my drill press

[@craftedworkshop]

That’d be perfect!

[@spkendrick]

Nice! How sturdy is this setup? Is it wobbly? Or pretty solid? I think I'm gonna use this for my Bench top joiner and bench top band saw.

[@colinhawkins8265]

That is really tall. I bet you end up swapping out those casters. Nice work though. I'd love one of these for my spindle sander and scroll saw.

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks!

[@MakeBrooklyn]

That is an awesome space saving solution!! Very well done!

[@craftedworkshop]

For sure, thanks!

[@ronaldhornback5975]

Looking really great 👍

[@hotrodhog2170]

I need one for my Craftsman table saw!

[@craftedworkshop]

Build it!

[@subrotochatterjee5788]

What if you need to use BOTH tools almost simultaneously? In the present design, you’ll develop your biceps!

[@petermarsh4993]

Dear John, love the concept and can see that this has significant applicability in my tight-spaced workshop. One thine of concern is that it does look quite flimsy and with me putting a good load on the machines would create issues. Now that you have used it in the field for a while, how has it performed? Again, nice idea well constructed.

[@clutions]

Rockler, Festool, ... $$$ ... but you have a nice build there, I love the draw pulls ... really. Check out Fisher's ... how he handles the cord problem ... cool.

[@CrafterMaker]

I've been eying this plan for a while . It looks great

[@craftedworkshop]

Go for it!

[@ss0rry]

Question and comments. Question - Does the "swivel " bar have to stationary? Comment - Was thinking some of the caster fasteners would be better attached than into the end grain of the plywood. Also - Nice build!

[@rosariomusumeci9724]

You missed to show us how you connect the electric wire through the metal pipe. and how you connected electrically the two tools, since there was a little space between the two boards. In any case I have enjoyed the wood built. Thank you.

[@Nary_and_Lynn]

Loved it!!! I know you said it wasn’t your idea but loved it.

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks!

[@lemhanback9595]

Dude great idea thanks for sharing.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Wow, nice idea !

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks!

[@ifish24]

Nice project

[@spring19151]

dude you’re using Festools, that’s awesome

[@craftedworkshop]

Hah, thanks! Love their tools.

[@cjnewton72]

OK I'm going to built this cart but with changes... going to use 1/2" black iron pipe threaded to add caps or EMT rings on each end which would prevent the pipe from sliding or the side from splaying out while flipping another option would be to cut the pipe flush with sides and drive a screw straight down through the end of the side and not have to put those side covers on

[@kimchee94112]

Sears Craftsman had a rotating table for three bench tools years ago.

[@CncObsession]

I remember those

[@user-oh2ig7zz5k]

I have one! The weight of a planer & an old belt/disc sander makes it almost impossible to flip. I’m going to make a flip top and ditch the “tank” craftsman!

[@bigneilh]

This is really genius!

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks Neil!

[@danny7902]

I'm wondering; I can imaginge that the table is very unstable when turning it over. When locked it looks very sturdy. And how about the weight when the clamps are released... if it turns to fast the whole table falls on the ground.

[@mikem7788]

i am guessing on the sander if you leave the accessories they will fall out when you flip it over.

[@kutncure]

Fantastic job..BTW..where can I get ‘\”thank orange large purchase block..

[@cstephens00]

Are you using a hollow steel pipe/tube or a solid rod? The video makes it look and sound like a hollow tube, but the amazon link looks like a solid rod. If it’s a tube, does it flex at all? Seem strong enough?

[@michaela4141]

Nice build Johnny. I have also purchased and built Brad's flip top. I love it and need to build a few more. I have a mortiser on the way. I called the manufacturer to ask what the assembled height is,,, it is 29-1/2" with the handle. What is the height of your Jet with the handle installed?

[@MrLudzLee]

Great work mate thx for sharing

[@JoeyGaglioti]

Excellent job great video

[@naseeransari8006]

SPECIAL REQUEST Kindly make table saw , and all cutting,sanding table in the form of MURPHY TABLE on wall, for space saving.. Thankful

[@brucebishop3044]

I loved your flip top stand but I couldn’t find the plans, can you help me? Thanks, Bruce

[@chancetolbert4852]

In theory, could you just use 3 pieces of plywood with a gap for the swivel pipe, and cut gaps for the table locks for the table top instead of all of the strips of 1x2?

[@jorgecespedesyanez2132]

! Buenazo, felicitaciones, gracias por el video, un abrazo !

[@MultiTom1956]

Very nice !! Space saver idea👌like it and thank you for the short tutorial 😊

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks!

[@robertbrunston5406]

Very good! Thank you.

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks Robert!

[@danconlan8735]

Brilliant! Nice job!

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks Daniel!

[@jonesworksshop]

Great build, will need to add that to my shop to-do list!

[@keningilbert]

The Amazon link for the steel tube/pipe pionts to a solid rod.

[@kevinb6102]

sweet, what kind of plywood is this?

[@Bender13]

Great project! If I have one concern.....I didn’t see you use any glue on the build, just pin nails and pocket screws. Wouldn’t glue have added to the strength of the unit? Other then that, I can see myself building one of these in the near future.

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks! Typically, I don’t use a ton of glue on shop projects, as I like to be able to take them apart if needed to modify them as tools change, or if I ever need to move. Pocket holes were plenty strong for this project and it’s holding up great.

[@keithbaker2641]

looks great but TALL for sander!!

[@craftedworkshop]

Definitely tall!

[@ВадимЧерный-у2к]

its fantastic! nice idea

[@adambachmann2633]

These look great and the space saving is nice... but how hard is it on your power tools to hang upside down are there certain tools that you should never hang upside down???? I would hate to lose out on the lifespan of my tools just to save some space.... I simply don't have money to waste replacing my power tools.

[@TheSMEAC]

Had been considering a flip top just to have a home for my scroll saw, but haven’t decided what to put on other side since I really don’t think it would fit my needs for the miter saw because of outfeed needs. Considered putting my 1” x 30”/5” sander on the opposite, but that’s a relatively tall tool.... only other idea is to build a router station while making it exactly workbench height so outfeed isn’t an issue when need it can be rolled over to the bench. Thoughts?

[@FredMcIntyre]

Nicely done! 👍👊

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks Fred!

[@EdwardKaul]

any idea about weight limitations? my tools are old and heavy

[@josephlebo7320]

How high is your version from floor to the top of the flip top? I want to make this same flip top cart but for a bandsaw that's 29" high and a similar sander. Thanks!

[@gurshaanbasra3639]

Can this hold a dwalt portable tablesaw?

[@morinay]

Good

[@anthonymoreno7841]

Nice

[@garrywaters7190]

looks like the one shown in woodsmith magazine issue 111 back in 1998

[@nathanspires2600]

Garry Waters you must have a really good memory to remember something like that for over 20 years😂😂

[@radharanivlog473]

Very nice

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks!

[@ScottDabson]

Nice!

[@lawrencejohnson3259]

How do you keep heavier tools fastened to the bottom without bolts? It seems like a planer would be too heavy to secure with just screws…

[@julius7026]

You could have some counterbore holes on the flip side for bolt head

[@SolergoCh]

does your plan have metric measurements? Imperial is way to complicated...

[@34stzoo]

Damn it!!!! I just got done building my flip table. I used Brad plans without making any adjustments. i'm mounted a Ridgid planer and sander. just like Brad's. it turns out the planer i have is a newer one, and has a handle mounted on the top, which makes it an inch too long. Now it can not flip. The table came out great, but now i will have to do it again, Damn!!!

[@craftedworkshop]

Dang! Could you lower the top of the drawer compartment and just cut the drawer down?

[@34stzoo]

Johnny.... You are a genius! I've cut materials for two flip tables. My issues was, i did not have enough materials to cut side pieces, which would've been longer to accommodate the planer . Now i can build the second one and lower the draw top. That will work!!! You saved me money and space, now I do not have to buy another sheet of 4"X8" board.

[@craftedworkshop]

Awesome! Glad I could help and you didn’t use glue 😊

[@34stzoo]

Crafted Workshop no, no I didn’t😏

[@bradac56]

Sweet Baby Jesus ... that's what a easy $1 mill in Festool products ? Lucky dog ;)

[@craftedworkshop]

Hah, not quite. Thanks!

[@mardakworkshop4450]

good build man 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks!

[@EduardoFigueiredo66]

Excelente ideia e execução. Parabéns!

[@AvocadoHammer]

Awesome!

[@BikingWIthPanda]

came here expecting something to do with beach sandals, was not disappointed

[@craftedworkshop]

Hah, thanks!

[@trikermansbike]

Thanks O

[@Zippy0George0Bungle]

That rotating feather board on the table saw looks good, anybody know where it’s from pls?

[@thijs199]

and if you don't need that stability, you could just not engage the crossed structure

[@migdi242424]

Awesome! Few modifications and it will be perfect.. Lol. Thanks for sharing.. Great vid.

[@craftedworkshop]

That's the beauty of building stuff yourself, enjoy!

[@hawk3239]

U ar so cool end i love ur videos

[@craftedworkshop]

Hah, thanks man!

[@merrilllester]

It seems to me if both tools are nearly the same weight, it would be easy to flip them.

[@talktorohit54]

I want to build a similar one. What size drill press is that? I am wondering if the 12 inch drill press be too high of a tool to have a flip top cart and make it unstable. How is your experience so far while using it?

[@dariourbano7580]

Bellissima idea

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks!

[@ChristopherRafter]

Now does anyone have a solution for keeping all of the accessories from falling out of the Ridgid spindle sander when it's turned upside down?

[@ziyaaddocrat5185]

Nice build

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks!

[@oneshotme]

Enjoyed!!

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks Russell!

[@kehlert80]

Do you think one of the tools could be a bench top bandsaw? I am getting the Wen which is supposed to be 30” high. Would that make the entire table too high if I fit that in on one side?

[@bishopyork6852]

bandsaw 30" caster 3" drawer 4+" fliptop 2-1/4" = base of saw in up mode would be approx 39 inches tall. using side mount casters, and no drawer your still at 32 inches at base. dont have the wen saw to meassure but what is height from base to table top, i think the wen is a 9x? so somewhere between 4.5 and six inches i would think. so 36.5 to 45 inches at top of table its doable, but maybe not comfortable.

[@reforzar]

I can’t believe you used different screws for the casters. #ocd

[@craftedworkshop]

Gotta get that extra holding power! 😂

[@charltonwang]

I can't believe he lost the cap to his Rotring (mechanical pencil)

[@craftedworkshop]

Quite observant! 😁

[@PeterPasieka]

LOL 😂

[@EveryDadDIY]

Good build , thanks for sharing

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks!