DIY Harbor Freight Storage Bin Rack - Sortimo On A Budget

[@allenlane5000]

Love love love that old Craftsman saw. I thought I was the only person still running one. Gift from my Dad. I build my entire bedroom furniture king water bed, desk, dresser, lamp and filing cabinet for college 35 years ago, and it still runs fine.

[@MakingStuff]

It's a great saw and I still use it today too!

[@sixtyfiveford]

Nicely done. I have been using these type of bins for years and they're so much better than trays or the little pull out drawers.

[@MakingStuff]

Yeah and HF doesn't change the design every 6 months to a year. The ones I bought 10 years ago are the same as the ones I bought last week. Thanks for watching!

[@jeffheaven9261]

Labels on the handles! Do it, you won't regret it! Labeled mine a few years ago and made things so much easier to find. The buiid looks great!

[@MakingStuff]

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[@qapla]

I have been using those HF storage boxes for 20 years. I have several in my truck. I like your storage idea for my shop and think I will build one something like it. I use a silver sharpie to write the label on my handles. Makes a permanent mark and is easy to read

[@richardnoble7170]

I keep a spreadsheet to track all of my cases and bins. Saves time when looking for stuff

[@gvhiii]

May take a little time but the spreadsheet is the way I would go

[@andymorin9163]

I use a postgres database 😅

[@tonyn3123]

I like your design. I have been acquiring the cases from HD and online for a couple years and had a similar idea in mind to store mine. I have already gotten rid of my old plastic bins. I have stored all my hardware and other items in the bins, but decided to label each to let me know what is in each. Since I didn't fully have my design in mind for the rack, I printed labels for both the front and side of each bin in case I needed to load them from the side-out when I had my design in mind and built my rack. I have them currently stacked on one another, but the labels already make it easier to find what I am looking for. My rack is next. Thanks.

[@cplively]

Looks awesome. I’ve been contemplating what to do with all the small parts I’ve accumulated over the years and this is one of the better solutions I’ve seen. Thanks for sharing.

[@MakingStuff]

Thanks for watching!

[@PhilsJunkDrawer]

I just bought a bunch of TigerPly from Frank Miller out here in Union City, IN. The 1/4” is 3 ply + birch veneer and the 1/2” is 5 ply + birch veneer. Planning on cutting some of it today to see how it works out. $27 for a sheet of quarter and $44 for a sheet of half inch. Sadly, it poured rain while it was still in my truck bed. I sat it all out to dry for a couple days, and only one piece had some spots where the veneer bubbled up. I’ll update you with my findings.

[@Belizzle]

I have a bunch of these bins and have been thinking of making the same kind of rack for them. The one thing I'm going to try different though is to have them on full shelves that can slide in the dados (probably just using 5mm underlayment or hardboard for the shelves). That way, when I'm taking a bin to the workbench, it's the exact same functionality as you have here, but then if I just need to grab a part out, I can slide the shelf out halfway, pull the bin out enough to open and get the part, and then slide the whole thing back in.

[@itwasrightthere]

When I built mine, I routed my bin support channels (not sure what to call them) at a 5’ slope the my bins don’t fall out. I have other issues of poor design/build, but that part works well. I also bought about 100 little plastic containers that are about the size of an Altoona tin. I have all my little parts in those with them standing on edge and labeled. It’s compact, easy to keep organized and add/remove the boxes. Now I want to rebuild my HF rack. (Maybe after I finish moving)

[@charlespatt]

I now just use green frog tape and a sharpie for labeling. Easy to change things up. I used to make labels with a label maker but got frustrated when i wanted to change locations for something since it meant printing out new ones. It's only me in the shop so i don't need fancy, neat looking labels!😅

[@WVRetreat]

I just write on the bin with a silver sharpie permanent marker, then if you want to erase it, use a little isopropyl alcohol on a paper towel to wipe it off. No tape or printed labels needed!

[@charlespatt]

@@WVRetreat I hadn't thought of that. I keep isopropyl around all the time.

[@bruceblackburn3645]

Good video - thanks. I made a similar rack for the same HF bins a couple years ago. It's not as fancy as yours as I used OSB. I do need to get more bins and re-do the whole thing. I used a label maker to print labels to attach to each bin as to what was in it (nuts, flat washers, lock washers, etc.). I also put it on wheels and made a folding shelf to set a bin on when I opened it.

[@MakingStuff]

Very nice!

[@jonfishbough9497]

I have the larger storage totes like what you have and it’s apparent that they are wasting space as most of the bins themselves are half full. You’ve inspired a trip to harbor freight. I also have several of the open bins and they get dusty easily. Great build one is coming soon to my shop… someone mentioned that they have a spreadsheet for the contents and number the bins great idea so you can change the contents and not have to change the label, just the spreadsheet.

[@MakingStuff]

Thanks for watching!

[@WallyJ2K]

Super Awesome build!! I'm moving into a new house that has a workshop, so I may have to build me one of these!! Thanks!

[@jmaus2k]

I use bins like this but put them on the side opposite the handle. I add feet so they stand up by themselves. Then you mark with a white paint marker on the side of each bin for what is inside. A lot simpler to make one shelf for 10 cases and saves more space. Good choice to replace those open containers. They waste space and collect dust just like you found out.

[@PeteRondeau]

I hate that free standing bins for all the same reasons you do and I have the same problem, I can’t resist buying those HF cases whenever they are on sale. I wish I had room to make a bigger rack to hold them but I’m maxed out

[@blerble]

Make them pull down from the ceiling like an attic ladder

[@rwbishop]

New subscriber here... I use those HF storage bins as well. If you don't already have, might I suggest looking into (or fabricating) one or more of those yellow plastic 'Easy Sorter' trays. They allow you to pull out any bin compartment, dump in the tray, sort & pick out what's needed, then quickly/easily/cleanly 'funnel' the rest back into the bin compartment. Very handy, especially for dealing with smaller hardware. Cool videos, Thanks!

[@MakingStuff]

Thanks, I'll check them out.

[@dennisyoung4631]

Oh, good. Casters. Been putting those on all the new stuff.

[@AN-kg4ei]

I've been meaning to make a tower like this for tackle trays on my boat. This might be the inspiration I've needed! I considered building the bottom portion as a dual battery rack also. Thanks for sharing! I picked up about a dozen cartridges for my label maker and have been going to town on wire labels and small attempts to organize the garage/shop.

[@MakingStuff]

Thanks for watching!

[@rayknightstep9083]

I also use those HF bins for all my hardware storage which is quite extensive. I like your storage for them as far as you can pull out one at a time. Mine are stored in a 3’x18”x6’ metal cabinet. It keeps all the dust out but I usually have to move several bins to get the case I want from each shelf. I use a label maker to identify each of my cases (bolts, washers, nails, clips, springs, etc). A bit of an initial investment but it will save you hours in the long run.

[@triplenickelniner]

You are like me. I have been doing the same thing in my shop. It makes me sad I don’t have a harbor freight near me. Shops Looking good man, I subbed for more. 😊

[@MakingStuff]

Thanks! Yes, it was really nice when HF opened a store locally. Before that, I had to drive about 60 miles to the closest HF or order everything online.

[@andyb7754]

Very nice and interesting build, well done. I started to laugh when you first started gluing with that little paint tray and brush, then you poured from the tray (which is better) but finally poured from the main bottle! Much better idea. The other thing you could do is get an empty ketchup bottle (large style) clean it out and fill with glue from the gallon jug (ketchup bottle with squirt and locking lid), works great! Is there a place on the bin where you could put a out facing label? Love the project. Keep them coming. Thank you for the video.

[@MakingStuff]

Thanks for watching!

[@VWKID61]

I just finished my sortamo. Bottom has the large HF sorting boxes. Top has the medium HF boxes. Down the middle I have the small HF sorting boxes. It’s about 8 feet tall and almost 4 ‘ wide.

[@crowlers6]

You can't go wrong with Baltic Birch Plywood! Great build!

[@MakingStuff]

If I could only purchase it w/o driving 160 miles.

[@crowlers6]

@@MakingStuff wood shops do ship it out, but it’s expensive.

[@jimbarchuk]

The problem with the labels mentioned is that you have to read them. Correct solution is to fasten a few samples of what's in a case to the front. Even if you have 3 cases of washers, just one washer will clue you into what else is in a box. Hot glue not so good, tie things on with fine wire, or small sheet metal screws.

[@MakingStuff]

Good idea!

[@victortinajero5543]

Nice Southern-Fried Rock style background music! Good job!

[@aceenterprise]

Cool project, definitely gave me some ideas. I subbed for the good selection of background music and the pony tail, LOL!

[@JohnDauffenbach]

I have a few set up for siding aluminum trim nails in most colors, pop rivets with tool ,stainless screws and bolts,etc. They work great for grab n go.

[@coletraintechgames2932]

I am glad you like it and enjoyed you sharing. My personal concern is finding things. How often do you have to slide out a tray and look and slide it back, repeat on the next one, and on and on?

[@MakingStuff]

I don't. There are labels on the top of each bin that you can see from the outside. This short explains what I forgot to show in the video. kzbin.infoFcOIrGfDWh8

[@coletraintechgames2932]

@MakingStuff thank you for your reply and video! I'm thinkin on it. They had some DeWalt ones at home Depot for like $12 yesterday.

[@LTDan-pk3mx]

Nothing differently.. Beautiful build! Not sure what's best for identifying parts on the front.. I see lots of comments.. silver sharpie ect.. Great information! ps i haven't gotten around to building mine yet but have a gob of those bins..

[@jamesray9009]

glad this is the first to hear you really had an issue with wood .. around here its been bad for some time I had to get some plywood sheets 3/4 and I was half way thru the stack for 4 sheets first 10 on the rack were trash .. not sure the scorpions would live under em

[@MakingStuff]

This is the first woodworking project I've done in a long time. I'll have to find a better source before attempting the next one. Thanks for watching!

[@branchandfoundry560]

I write on mine with an oil based paint pen either side of the handle. Any pastel color shows up well.

[@MakingStuff]

Thanks!

[@chrisblack5795]

Get more wood working tools...love this build! Great job!

[@MakingStuff]

Thanks!

[@GONZOFAM7]

I think I'd use the bottom slots for store powered hand tools. Bin boxes about milk crate size with lids.

[@JJE2010MO]

Nice job! Look at maybe a wall anchor center point or center wheels added. Keep up the super job

[@NWGR]

I used to use those containers too, but even neatly organized as you did, they still took up too much space for my preference. I now use a simple system of drawers and 3d printed bins very similar to gridfinity, but of my own design. It's more work to build the drawers but saves a lot of space in the end.

[@MakingStuff]

I've been wanting to try the gridfinity system.

[@GodsMan500]

I’m planning on making a tall tower for these as my space is limited. I’m going to include a pull-out flat shelf so I can pull out an individual case and rest it on the shelf as I peruse through the contents. I’m m planning to 3-D print a card holder that will snap onto the handles for labeling the contents. They will accommodate slipping a hand-written piece of index card which I will simply write in with a sharpie. If I need to change the label, I will simply be able to push the card up and out and then slip another one in.

[@MakingStuff]

Just be careful, the taller you go, the easier it will tip over.

[@bobwallace5257]

Excellent project I really liked the little clips that lock the containers in!!

[@MakingStuff]

Awesome, thank you!

[@reinventedhometx1857]

You can always make lables & put somewhere easily seen on the bins so you know what is in each bin. :)

[@MakingStuff]

There are actually labels on top of the bins.

[@MrTapanes]

@@MakingStuff I have labels on the top to show what's in each section/quarter/half/whatever and then a label on the front behind the handle (so it doesn't wear off with use) so that I can see what's generally in that container. I built my first one after seeing your build and now I'm at the same place where I need more slots for more containers. :-)

[@TheBigburcie]

Color coded tape on the handles to at least get you into the right set of cases. Laura Kampf just posted a video about setting up her new workshop with storage bins and talked about her color coding system. The coding and grouping is different for everyone, but you can do a system that makes sense to you.

[@kevinshea4776]

Great improvement! I think the old organizer trays backing that you have a love hate relationship is due to this display is intended for multiple garage bays so the front is facing one bay and the back is facing the second bay? I agree that these rack were inefficient and nice space saver video.

[@bobschlag4362]

First off, great video. I used my label maker to tag them, but the labels didn’t stick real good. Next I put a strip of electrical tape on the handle. It sticks good, and the labels stick to the tape. I also got some colored dot stickers, and use that to color code by type. One color is fasteners, one is hand tools, one is power tool accessories, etc. Finally, I also use the thicker boxes, so instead of the cleats you used, I use 1/4” hardboard slid in. Then I can leave one out and the thicker bins will fit there.

[@lawrenceborrego2928]

I purchased a label maker to label all 30+ of my HF bins. Nice storage!

[@MakingStuff]

That is awesome!

[@69developer]

Did your containers have a big sticker on the lids?

[@uggnot]

I've been looking for a simple rack solution for these. I think i have about 30. If i were doing this however, I'd make at least a few of the shelves double the height to accommodate the larger depth boxes. you can still stack 2 in one of those spaces if you end up not using the thicker boxes. Also in order to tell what's in the bins when i have them on a shelf i used a label maker to print label stickers which i put on the handles. then i can read it without pulling it out to see the tops.

[@mattdaly6691]

Nice build. Did you think about adding some weight to the bottom to prevent tipping?

[@MakingStuff]

I've got most of the heavier bins on the bottom. The only time I move it is to clean behind it, or when I drop something on the floor and it rolls under there. So, it's not that big of an issue.

[@goin200mph]

Nice work! Definitely inspiring for my shop. Had to subscribe after looking at your shop and what’s in it! 😂

[@MakingStuff]

Thanks for the sub!

[@RFMongoose]

Yeah, that plywood problem is all over. I go to a larger local sawmill called Hollingsworth (Indiana, near Kokomo). But I said as much on your short that I commented on. The tldr version is that the corporate mills in their infinite wisdom wanted to save money on the veneers, so they started cutting them thinner. But when they did that they had a problem with the glue showing through the veneer, which is a big problem for cabinet makers, so they decided to cut back on the glue and well, you see the results.

[@MakingStuff]

Yeah, I gotta find a better source, or just go back to all metal projects. Thanks for watching!

[@RFMongoose]

@@MakingStuff no dice im afraid. My buddy in Nashville says he goes to homeless depot to get his ply. I know there's a company out of California that will ship orders, but I can't imagine that being cost effective. You might just be in a supply dead zone.

[@bobjohnson9687]

Love those bins from HF!

[@MakingStuff]

Me too!

[@HvyMetal4Ever]

I'm only speaking for myself, but I would have built everything just a little taller, and added a small runner so I could attach a index plate above or below so I could more easily locate where things were at. I've worked in aviation, and the tech industry for most of my adult life. Being able to to just look and grab is a lot less stressful than playing a game of "where's waldo?" Then again, I'm also the same guy who has foam cut in his tool chest for ALL the tools LOL Still very much a 10/10 for craftsmanship and organization. The 3D printed stop pieces were an excellent touch

[@danielstickney2400]

If you're inspired by Adam Savage, he writes a big number on the front of each bin and uses that to create a spreadsheet, then prints out a summarized key that he hangs on the shelves. Another trick: The little plastic bins in these organizers interchange with the plastic bins in HF's half size organizers. Two half size organizers would fit in each slot in your cabinet with a full width shelf. I mix and match bins between organizers to further customize the storage. I have some organizers that are all big bins for larger parts and some that are all small bins for smaller parts, I wish HF sold the inner bins separately but anyone with a 3d printer could make their own. If not there's always Etsy.

[@MakingStuff]

Never knew that about the half size bins. I'll have to try it. Thanks!

[@TheOneManBandMarcDobson]

Add a labels, use pocket card holders, take pics of bin contents and or use spread sheets to keep track of where it all is.

[@Alan.livingston]

The locking tabs are clever.

[@MakingStuff]

Thanks!

[@angusmacgyver9728]

I write to contents on the handle with a sharpie. Would you post a STL file for the locking tabs, please?

[@jeffruffing2316]

I have a question. How do you know where a particular bolt, nut or screw is at without pulling out a couple of those bins to see? This is what is stopping me from using items like that. When I work, I want to be able to look up and see a bin read what’s in it and pull it off to use that particular fastener. Change my mind by how you accomplish that task.

[@MakingStuff]

There are labels on top of the bins. Forgot to show this in video.

[@jeffruffing2316]

Thank you so much. I have a shed 10x20 with main walls only 6’1” high, then the roof slants up. I also have a single car garage house built in the 50’s so I am always on the look out for better storage solutions.

[@monteglover4133]

I will be building a hardware storage system but there will be accommodation for the large HF storage cases

[@69developer]

Curious how you get the big stickers off the lids? Some HF storage containers have a sticker that covers about 1/2 of the see through lid.

[@MakingStuff]

Yes that has always been a gripe of mine. But I have found an easy way to do it. If you soak them in water, they get soggy and so does the glue. Let it sit for several hours with water on it and then every thing should just scrape right off.

[@69developer]

@@MakingStuff Thanks for your reply, that’s what I do and sometimes use GooOff. Was hoping there was something magical that I was missing, lol. Very frustrating for sure.

[@jays6917]

@@MakingStuff if you can pull off the top plastic layer on the sticker it can help it come off easier. Goo gone helps remove anything left.

[@jamesray9009]

here's an idea 3d print labels that clip over the handle ?? or ones you can write on and change or super glue the .. think I would print flat and use a hair dryer to form around a piece of wood to match case handle and glue on handle ..

[@josephcirelli9642]

Just found your channel and definitely need to make this cabinet. Do you have dimensions for the cabinet? Thanks & count me as a new subscriber.

[@MakingStuff]

No, sorry

[@KevinMichaelMichael]

I have the same old table saw!

[@seansysig]

Very nice hardware organization cabinet. Hopefully the heavy hardware is in the bottom third of the cabinet. 3D Print hardware labels. The 3D Printed container retainers are perfect for a roll around cabinet.

[@notta3d]

Nice job.

[@MakingStuff]

Thanks!

[@AndrewMcSpadden]

This is awesome!

[@randallsmith7885]

Done differently? Probably would have gone with the paint, but that's just a personal choice. Deciding if I want to make it with full shelves all the way across instead of runners. It would take a lot more wood...

[@clutions]

I like it! Would have been nice if you had mentioned some measurements.

[@jimwells7749]

I’m in SoCal and shop Reel Lumber a specialty store for sheet good and hardwood. Prices generally run 40-60% less than big box stores and quality is superior. Make a “Table” in a Word Document to match your storage system and label each table with a general description of each storage box. Post it above your cabinet for easy reference. Great idea will be ripping it off.

[@MakingStuff]

Thanks for watching. Send me pics of your build when done!

[@dimoichi5841]

Brother label maker 8s the only thing i would add , only after figuring out what to put in each container. Makes finding what you need super fast. Other than that, I would not change anything. It is perfect the way you built it.

[@jccbsl1]

That's what I did. Works great.

[@ironmanmachine]

Would you care to share the STL for the 3D printed part?

[@johncbrown26]

Literally the ONLY thing I'd do differently is to either label all the bins in a place where the label is visible without taking the bin out of the rack or to make a legend and put it on the top of the rack. Labels would probably be best for me personally, because I have a tendency to make any flat surface a shelf over time 🤦🏻‍♂️🤣💯

[@MakingStuff]

Ha ha, I have the same problem. I call it flatsurfitius.

[@ozzman8]

Great video. I am now a new subscriber. But just a heads up, your links are wrong. You have the Sili Brush Set for a majority of the items. Thanks

[@MakingStuff]

Thanks for the tip!

[@Kris-82]

so with the HF bins you don't see what's inside and I guess it's even hard to label because even if you keep bolts only, there are bunch sizes and moreover different types....so how you deal the issue?

[@MakingStuff]

There are labels on the top of each box. You can see them when you stand in front of the rack and look down. Forgot to show this in the video. Thanks for watching!

[@GRichardWrotten]

Smart use of the train rail, but damn I bet that’s fun to move around!

[@MakingStuff]

It's a small piece of rail, not bad at all. Thanks for watching!

[@GRichardWrotten]

@@MakingStuff Thanks for making!

[@kennethelwell8574]

I would have just made one single 12-high rack to add alongside. Then to handle the 4 additional bins on top of the original double-wide one., I would have made a hutch to sit on top to make it 2 bins higher. Of course, you still have your old 20 bin rack (empty?) to expand into again... On the triple-wide rack, a 5th (or 6th) center caster would help with the extra load. For labels and organizing, I prefer a top-bottom/left-right approach to sizes/type, and try to put the heavier stuff down low. The order is easy to follow and if labelled well, someone else can find things and put them away correctly! I also like Laura Kampf's use of colors on the bins for different types of contents which makes it easy to go to the right "department" before reading labels. You could also paint the colors on your locking clips to define the department locations. Electrical parts, wood screws, machine screws, METRIC machine screws, etc. get their own colors. You can also see colors from across the shop, so you don't walk to check 3 bins laying around to find the right bin.

[@jgg204]

Stack On makes large storage solutions for small parts / fasteners. Would have been a lot easier to get a handful of those than do this whole project and have dozens of harbor freight trays which you can't even see the contents of unless you slide it out

[@danieldawes65]

😅so I can make a suggestion to help you with keeping track of what you have inside your bins. I open the lid take a picture of what’s inside and number the bin and I then print out my photo and put it in a binder .

[@SargeWolf010]

🤔 I recently seen a Adam Savage build of this same concept as to what you should do... give that video a watch towards the end he said something about making a Excel Spread sheet or something [fell asleep watching it 😅] so...

[@MakingStuff]

Doesn't sound very exciting if you fell alseep, lol!

[@SargeWolf010]

@MakingStuff nah it was till the Excell spread sheet stuff 😅

[@nadronco9312]

better to do. Get some aluminum right angle pieces and use that instead of wood spacers. Also 1 X 12 is better for the sides. Storage Bins can go much closer in the stacks

[@mychoice96350]

I have a simulare storack rack and i use an labering machine to labeling the boxes

[@haraldlonn898]

Great design.

[@MakingStuff]

Thank you!

[@willschultz5452]

I'm amazed that the glue alone will hold all that weight, usually the glue is followed up with some type of mechanical fastener. Screws or nails. 🤔

[@nole8923]

So in other words if you don’t have a shop grade table saw you’re SOL. I wonder if you can find some pre-slotted plywood for this online.

[@MakingStuff]

Yes, you will need tools if you want to build stuff.

[@tedbastwock3810]

That plywood simply isnt intended for such an application. As a subfloor or rough wall, its fine. Furniture grade plywood, ofc more expensive, is also at the big box stores, but can be found at a lower price at a specialty wood store if you can find one in your area.

[@quazorgemash]

Try finding a local woodyard that sells sheet good, will hand wider selection and better quality.

[@RFMongoose]

Local is for sure the way. Most of the mom and pop shops around me don't have sheet goods, but there's a bigger mill near me that sells sheets.

[@MakingStuff]

I wish there was a local yard but there isn't. I can drive to Nashville but it is a 3 hour round trip.

[@RFMongoose]

@@MakingStuff they tend not to advertise. I heard about my local from a contractor. Went to Google and the directions weren't even very good. It's possible there is one, but you just haven't heard yet. Talk to a cabineteer. Cabinet makers have to have high standards for plywood, but trades men also tend to keep back secrets like that. I have a friend in Nashville, I'll ask him for ideas for you.

[@chriscurry694]

Is there plans available for this?

[@cg6348]

Apply tape to plywood, laminated and unlaminated MDF, etc., then cut it. No more blowout or damaged veneer. Use cheap masking tape and/or painter's tape.

[@joshua_lee732]

I cut down an acre of forest about 6 years ago and the past two years with all the wood dried I've just been using that. no plywood and while yes it's all soft wood I've built my house out of it and I've still got plenty to go for rough furniture.

[@jackcoats4146]

There is a cabinet maker supply house in a 'nearby big city' that will sel to the public, but you must go during 'commercia business hours'. Reasonable prices even for single sheets. Thick MDF and other stuff available too. Just come ready to be loaded and go, not to 'shop'.

[@JohnDauffenbach]

Awesome, just label the bins, I would love to see what you come up with.

[@LouisCapps-p3z]

Dust collector for sure 😮

[@randallsmith7885]

The plywood may be poor quality, but the guitar soundtrack is definitely on point!

[@michaelanderson117]

Who plays the guitar at 9:25?

[@peanut71968]

Great vid!

[@MakingStuff]

Thanks for watching!

[@alfredoavalos9904]

Perfect

[@Pdpawlak]

Local lumbar yard has great Baltic birch plywood

[@jasonstarr6419]

yep. unless you go to a high end "hardwood" or specialty store, plywood, and most lumber is just cxcrab.

[@barry3400]

I gave up on big-box-store plywood due to low quality and high price. I now buy from a regional plywood distributor; much better quality for roughly the same price.

[@stevedurham5121]

I bought some plywood from HD that did exactly the same thing. I ended up using it, but it took me much more time. I told the manager at HD about it and he gave me back half the money I spent. It was so aggravating and I doubt I’ll ever buy plywood from them again.

[@stoneysscapes7544]

I could see someone who is really good at painting ,you know them there "Artists " utilize the bin organizers with brushes etc 🎨🖍️🖌️🖍️🖌️🖼️

[@DEADB33F]

Need labels on all the bins. I have a system like this and without labels on the fronts it was frustrating AF. --- Can recommend the Brother PT-E550. Lots of reviews on YT. NB. The half-cut feature is a godsend (where it only cuts the label leaving the backing intact). Don't cheap out on the 300-series, pay a bit more and get the 550 . I got mine for £100 on offer but they're usually a bit more than that. I use the cheap aliexpress label cartridges for it though as they're good enough and cost a couple quid each vs 15-20 for the proper ones.

[@REVNUMANEWBERN]

Done differently??????? Well I have the same bins but NOT in racks, NOW I have to open each one to figure out what is where, need to label EACH bin with basic info on the front of them

[@PS-fm1pu]

I used a white paint marker on mine.

[@rolando_j_]

I would have used 2x4 in the middle and 1x4 lumber on the outside instead of plywood to hold those horizontal slats. Doesn't seem like it's spending money on a plywood construction nor the added time to make long dado cuts. Not really sure why you made the horizontal slats out of plywood either. Seems like 1x3 furring strips would have been easier.

[@PaganWizard]

Get a Brother Label Printer, print whatever you need on your labels, and stick them on each of the organizers. No spread sheets, no document to store on your computer/phone/tablet needed, all you have to do is print it, stick it, done.

[@MakingStuff]

I did, forgot to show that in the video.

[@JohnGoadTheGoadTeam]

Do you have a slowed down version, that gives instructions, measurements, etc., on how to build it. This seems to be more of a sped up version of watching you build it, rather than an instructional video.

[@MakingStuff]

Sorry I don't have any plans for it.