Ⓕ Making Furniture Feet from Bolts

[@TheSkiggly]

It's great to see you back in action. Thank you for sharing your know-how and talent with us. Wishing you and yours the best of health, extreme happiness and prosperity.

[@NickFerry]

Much appreciated Mitch, much appreciated

[@curbstalker6577]

It’s great to have you back! You have a great way of teaching!

[@NickFerry]

thanks - that means a lot to me

[@larry78cj7]

You make the best wood working videos. I always look forward to a new one.

[@NickFerry]

I really appreciate you saying so

[@MrPotato2]

Glad to see your shop again. Stay healthy and keep them videos coming!

[@KyleBruns]

Love seeing this quick hits. Thanks Nick and Mrs Nick for shooting this.

[@NickFerry]

Thanks - I will let her know

[@deankramasz2896]

Hey Nick, good stuff. Ca glue to kinda stiffen fiber ends. MacGyver at his best. Thanks again for the tip.

[@OtherTheDave]

Dean Kramasz Yeah, I really don’t think I’d have ever thought of that.

[@68HC060]

Nick, great video as always. You don't really need taps to thread the drilled hole; a bolt will do nicely (well, you'd likely need it for hardwood, but not pine). -Example: I always drill 3mm holes and screw a M4 hex-socket machine screw into that hole; works like a charm. (officially, the bore is 3.3mm for a M4 screw, but since it's wood, you have some tolerance here; it'll just be a tighter fit). Hex-socket wouldn't work well if you need felt pads though. Using CA-glue is a good idea; but you can actually use normal wood glue as well, it just takes longer for PVA to harden.

[@christopherdahle9985]

My day is made, a Nick Ferry video...video worth waiting for. Would like to see the desk project too!

[@NickFerry]

Thanks much - I’m trying to record that one too

[@LKMKully]

Great idea! I did something similar but I used a piece of 1/4" flat steel, 2"× 2", drilled a hole in the middle and tapped it for the bolt. I then driiled four smaller holes one in each corner, for screws to secure it the bottom of the legs for my out table, for my table saw. I also drilled into the legs so there was room for the bolt to go up and down. Good video there my good man!!

[@NickFerry]

Another great idea

[@1jacksonryan]

Great to see a new video form you. Keep healthy and keep the videos coming!!!

[@TaaffesWorkshop]

I'm really diggin that cross section you cut out to show the inner working. Great video! Stay healthy!

[@NickFerry]

Thanks - I debated doing it so I’m glad I did

[@cmoorhead1]

Good to see you again Nick!

[@JamesInAWeek]

Good to see you back making videos Nick... Also, I like the idea of using CA glue to harden the threads in wood.

[@NickFerry]

Thanks - it works out real well

[@DavidStanton]

Way to go Nick! It's the simple things I love. The ca glue is a great tip, Thanks!

[@NickFerry]

Thanks buddy - stay safe down under

[@imah8ter07]

I would use a "T" nut on the underside. No worry about the wooden threads getting messed up and having to use the CA glue. Great vid, keep them coming!

[@mirsimz]

@@imah8ter07 Possibly on lockdown and unable to buy hardware at the moment, he explains his wife has to work from home.

[@FredMcIntyre]

These are awesome Nick, love the CA thread reinforcement idea! 😃👍🏻👊🏻

[@NickFerry]

thanks Fred - always appreciated

[@BillHantzopoulos]

Great idea! Good to see you Nick.

[@carbonfe]

So glad to see some new content, your shop looks well used. :) Want you to know how much I appreciate the content that's on your channel. More than once I've come in from my shop to look up one of your videos to get an idea of my next step. You have a great presence on camera and seem like the kind of person that loves to help others. I appreciate your work and hope to see more. Take care.

[@NickFerry]

Thanks for the kind words Jason - I love sharing what I’m making

[@ArmyVet76]

Glad to see you do another video. Stay safe 👊🏼

[@poolbuilder27]

Hey Nick.....an alternative, if you have them lying around, would be to put some tee nuts in from the bottom. I did this exact same thing with one of my workbenches. Made some 1 1/2" discs and epoxied the bolt head into the centers so I would have feet. Then threaded them into the tee nuts. That way theres more surface contact with the floor work stability.

[@NickFerry]

That’s a good idea!

[@wpd3004]

Welcome back, Get to spend some time in my shop as well. Small projects like getting my stuff organized.

[@bobbonham4823]

Always good to see one of your videos pop up. Thanks.

[@NickFerry]

Thanks Bob

[@firworks]

Simple and brilliant. Great idea.

[@emmetworkshop2829]

Good to see you back. I’ve missed you. Thanks for posting.

[@NickFerry]

I really appreciate that 👊🏻

[@tjacksonwoodworker3726]

I make leg levellers using hockey pucks...works great also. Thanks for the info

[@NickFerry]

They make great mounting pads for air compressors too

[@gcat6780]

I did not even get a notification on any of your latest videos despite being a subscriber. Love you dude

[@NickFerry]

I hear that occasionally - I f you click on the bell icon near the subscribe button you can get more notifications - I appreciate the support

[@JimDockrellWatertone]

Good to see you keeping on the level.

[@NickFerry]

Thanks Jim!

[@Michael-Makes-Stuff]

So simple but so effective! I love this. Thanks for sharing! 👍🏼

[@NickFerry]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@timpedzinski230]

Nick you crack me up! Seriously backing out the tap ti break the wood chips. Lol! Stay healthy.

[@NickFerry]

I was hoping some metal heads would get it

[@KRColson]

Great tip. Thanks Nick. I too am putzing around in my shop trying to wait out the coronavirus. Cheers.

[@stevemiller4706]

Lemme be the first to say, welcome back!

[@NickFerry]

Much appreciated man!

[@stephenbozzone1116]

Here here, good to see Nick again.

[@clemmcguinness1087]

That is a very ... Elegant ... There I've said it, solution. Practical too.

[@NickFerry]

Haha thanks

[@kevinsigler6747]

Good idea with the CA glue!

[@NickFerry]

Thanks Kevin - it works real well

[@jonathanlightcap2292]

Nice to see you posting Nick!

[@NickFerry]

Thanks man

[@BraxtonWirthlin]

Great video, Nick!

[@NickFerry]

thanks brother!

[@JF0913]

Awesome job as always!

[@SawdustmakerLori]

Thanks for this great tip Nick! I was so excited to see you posted a video. You always have great ideas and video's. Best wishes to you and your family!

[@NickFerry]

Thanks much - same to you and yours

[@WoodByWright]

great Idea Nick! have fun out there man!

[@NickFerry]

Thanks buddy

[@sgsax]

Nice tip! Thanks for sharing!

[@WoodenItBeNice]

Hi Nick, Great idea and love the cut through example so everyone could see what it should look like. Cheers, Huw

[@TedAlexander24]

A little load test video would be interesting as a follow up.

[@NickFerry]

I like how you think Ted - btw we are on if you want in

[@mirsimz]

Nick, I would be interested to see that too.

[@linkinprk1981]

Yay! Nick is back! missed ya man!

[@NickFerry]

Thanks much!!!!

[@davidschmidt5434]

I love your quick vids, you should make more!

[@NickFerry]

Thank much for the motivation!

[@mirsimz]

This is wonderful, stay safe everyone!

[@NickFerry]

Back at ya

[@anonymousgeorge4321]

Nice one. Thanks.

[@brandonswendsen7457]

Awesome hack thank you Nick!

[@NickFerry]

Thanks Brandon 👊🏼

[@Kevin_geekgineering]

very nicely done, good job

[@NickFerry]

Thx dude

[@9and7]

Awesome!!! Thank You and stay safe!!!

[@NickFerry]

Thanks, you as well

[@bwillz2230]

Good vid! Suggest using Plasti-Dip on the bolt head. More grip, doesn't scratch, and won't come off...make sure to use sand paper and rough it up a bit before dipping.

[@NickFerry]

My first choice was elevator bolts but didn’t have any - those would be great dipped too

[@ot0m0t0]

Husband of the year.

[@giovannipetitti1588]

excellent solution.👍💯👏👏👏👏👏

[@NWGR]

Nick, what do you think of using threaded inserts in place of tapping the threads in wood? That's usually how I do my levelers. Stay safe out there!

[@NickFerry]

They work good too - normally I do this in harder material and the bare wood has never been a problem

[@NWGR]

@@NickFerry Yeah, I've cut threads in hard woods like maple and purpleheart and they stand up to time really well. I use the inserts for softer woods.

[@hythewoodworkdesigns]

Stay safe bud, from the UK.

[@ElLocoMonkey2012]

Ha! I saw the "preview" on Braxton's stream, good stuff

[@NickFerry]

Dude that’s awesome! I’ve been meaning to do some more live shows here again too

[@KSFWG]

Imagine my reaction when my KZbin subscription list said a Nick Ferry video has popped up !! Surprise !! Surprise !! Surprise !! (in my not-very-good imitation of Jim Neighbors as Gomer Pyle) lol Great to see a video from you, Nick!! And I always love these quick tip videos you do !! Let's see some more, in time, as you can when the opprotunity comes up !!

[@NickFerry]

Hahaha - Thanks as always Dave - btw, I just threw you an invite to hangout

[@billblake6954]

Good on you. Great DIY, achievable solution that can be implemented in so many situations . 🤗

[@NickFerry]

Thanks - I’ve been doing this for a while and you’re right, it comes in handy for many things - I’ve done it with dog / baby gates for door openings to keep it in place

[@mfwoodshop]

good stuff Nick

[@NickFerry]

Thanks buddy - it was good seeing you tonight!

[@jymferrier]

this is a rad trick!

[@NickFerry]

Thanks PoolNoodle

[@TheJeffritchie113]

I like this idea but even with the CA glue I would be concerned with the threads stripping out in the soft pine over time. Do you think inserting t-nuts in the holes instead of cutting threads would be better?

[@NickFerry]

better as in stronger? yes, metal is stronger - but think it's overkill for this desk - if it makes you sleep better, add them

[@TheJeffritchie113]

@@NickFerryyes, better as in stronger. You’re drilling two holes either way so both would be about as easy, of course the t-nuts would cost more. Thanks for the quick reply. I really enjoy your videos.

[@robthewaywardwoodworker9956]

Well Nick old boy! Good to see you here. Thanks for the video! Also, how much weight do you suppose those wooden threads could take? A desk can get pretty heavy if it has all my crap on it! 🤣

[@IgorPrgin]

I hope it's gonna hold, but You should definitely try with t-nut...

[@NickFerry]

I use those too

[@billygarfield5520]

Great idea!

[@NickFerry]

Thanks

[@chemcody5119]

Good to see you on here Nick. How you been?

[@NickFerry]

I've been good Chem - how have you been doing?

[@chemcody5119]

@@NickFerry Good so far. I hope this mandatory lock down ends soon. I need to get back to work! Take care Nick

[@NickFerry]

same here - you as well man

[@MRrwmac]

Nick, Wondered if you went through a time portal on one of you theatre sets? Well anyway, you’re back! Good to see you. Oh, and the leveling feet threaded slit was great’

[@NickFerry]

I was just looking for the bathroom and the door went to the magical land of Narnia - haha

[@TEJANOAMERICANO]

I question those threads will hold up in time even with C A glue.

[@NickFerry]

Give it a try, you may be surprised on how solid a setup CA in hard maple can be

[@unitwoodworking5403]

wow it's awesome and nice, great skills ~~

[@NickFerry]

thank you kindly

[@rpederse]

Clever.

[@NickFerry]

Thank you

[@thesplinteredfinger]

Now your wife will really know what you do during the day!

[@NickFerry]

That’s a scary thought

[@rericksen]

long time no see!

[@NickFerry]

Very true

[@RagsdaleCreek]

👍Been a while.

[@NickFerry]

Sure has

[@和也塚本-m1y]

👍👍👍

[@NickFerry]

👊👊👊

[@rickculpepper709]

Nice nic

[@rustedfriend]

For posterity.

[@NickFerry]

You need that every once and a while

[@АлександрКоролев-и4ю]

привет из России

[@davidellis251]

welcome back... but lets not make light of this whole "covid19 thing... neither here nor there"

[@LennartAangeenbrug]

Indeed. Here (NL) the situation is getting more and more pressing. The virus is high contagious and overloads the health care system.

[@dc85337]

I am at a loss of why you are using bolt heads for feet. They are very small and slide easily due to material, shape and size. In an emergency - yes, otherwise use standard large diameter chair feet designed for that purpose. They give a large foot print and are easy to adjust externally to the project.

[@NickFerry]

If you get more done and more joy out of buying everything than making some stuff, then go for it