Safe scaffolding?!?! Add on accessories to make harbor freight baker scaffolding safer!

Is the Harbor Freight Baker scaffolding safe to work off of when double stacked? I show some accessories that do make it a lot safer to work at height.
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[@jeffbooher6531]

Excellent video- straight to the point, no fluff, no music. 👍

[@TNT825]

The exact video I was hoping for. Thanks for taking time to share. 👍🏻

[@TKCL]

Glad it was helpful!

[@barnowl6807]

EXCELLANT idea on the straps for side bracing. I wound up using the smaller super strut in a cross configuration on one side with the X bolted so it is rigid. Worked OK but it should be on both sides. However, I use it for storage when not in use. The metal bracing would prevent that to a large extent. Straps will be used next time. I also made some X bracing out of EMT for the ends. That helped a LOT.

[@gaylewatkins4685]

Hello Andrew, I appreciate that you pass along product information and knowledge you have learned. Your reviews are always honest and straight forward. Thank you.

[@TKCL]

Thank you for watching

[@carlfritz9496]

Thanks so much for the suggestion of using ratchet straps to add stability and your idea of using sand bags in an earlier video. I'm going to use both of those ideas tomorrow when I set up the 2nd level of my scaffolding for the first time. Both ideas sound great.

[@TKCL]

The straps make a big difference for cheap.

[@stephenyoung4433]

Thank you for sharing and lucky I found your video! Excellent tips and suggestions. Just ordered the straps and cage to stabilize my Werner Baker Scaffolding. It is very spooky working up two high on these scaffolds.

[@TKCL]

It makes a big difference

[@mikerichard-FOPA3]

Andrew, Another educational review thank you! Have a great week.

[@TKCL]

Thank you for watching

[@pampilgrim2274]

Hi, Andrew! EXCELLENT video. Thanks so much for sharing. Many people will benefit from this video and probably keep many accidents from occurring.

[@TKCL]

Thank you for watching

[@rongray4847]

Hi Andrew great review. Thanks. You explain things very well and I have learned lots from you. Love what you do and appreciate your videos. You and Tiffany take care and have a good day. 🇨🇦

[@TKCL]

Appreciate you! Thanks for watching!

[@LVQ-so5th]

A lot of useful and helpful information. Thanks.

[@TKCL]

Glad it was helpful!

[@workingmanrondoyle3287]

I love the safety and review on Baker style scaffolding. Great job 👍 I did one of my channel as well. One very important thing you left out, I wish you had mentioned. The importance of using pins in all the points of connections. Keep up the good work.

[@TKCL]

Yes the pins are critical to keeping everything locked together.

[@oregoncritter]

Thanks for the updated scaffolding review - the original review is what first brought me to your channel and now I’m a subscriber. I’ve bought several sets of led ceiling lights from Amazon and have had a mix of good/bad units in each set. It seems like the build quality isn’t always the best. I did notice lots of failed solder joints on many of the failed ones, so I’d recommend checking soldering job on these lights before getting them set in ceiling.

[@TKCL]

Thank you, I plan to check the pulled ones.

[@ryanmcknight4580]

Great review!!! Very informative and straight to the point. Thank you.

[@TKCL]

Thank you for watching

[@digitalQ33]

Good job man - I have the exact same setup all Metaltech. I also picked up the leveling plates for uneven dirt, grass etc. I have found ratchet straps on just ones side works fine

[@skywatcher808]

Your videos are great! Watched this one from start to finish . . . could not have been narrated any better. Excellent thoughts and safety suggestions on your part. Thank you again. Thumbs up. Aloha. K Inouye Honolulu, Hawaii

[@TKCL]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@napolitanotile2919]

Great Video,I just bought this set used for around $275 ,Thank you,Love the ratchet strap idea

[@TKCL]

Glad it was helpful!

[@tricolor112010]

Excellent video, keep up the good work

[@petervincent3462]

Thanks for this Andrew - I have the exact setup at exactly the same height, probably because I have exactly the same comfort level! I'm painting the outside of my house, so the ground is not as straight at a floor obviously. Going to roll it into place tomorrow to see how stable it feels - thinking of drilling a hook into the house and roping it in if it doesn't feel good , , , but as you demo'd in the earlier video, it felt really stable using one scaffold and working second from the top rung , , , it does take a few minutes to get used to the slight wobble, but once that comfort level kicks in, I'm really comfy up there to the point that I don't actually 'feel' the height. thanks again for the strapping tip!

[@DoctorMangler]

I've been trying to find just the rails (for the platforms) to use as grab rails for low heights and stabilizers for a double stack. I love the strapping trick I can't wait to try that. I love my scaffolding, I do have the outriggers and rail topper and mine has paid for itself too. I was able to use it and charge it to a few jobs and it paid for itself after 3 uses or so. Much better than ladders for some. Great review and safety tips! One thing I like to do where possible is use holey iron to strap it to walls and that keeps it really stable, but that's not always possible.

[@MJADoingStuff]

Love the straps idea 👍thanks Andrew😁

[@TKCL]

Thank you for watching, they make a huge difference.

[@ryanzynda5114]

Another amazing video. 🤠 The house is looking awesome. 🤠

[@TKCL]

Thank you

[@josephharmon1202]

Wonderful reviews, thank you so much!

[@TKCL]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@radmilamiljanic5977]

These are some great tips for people using the scaffolding, I'm sure they'll appreciate it:))

[@TKCL]

Thank you for watching

[@rapierville]

Well done!

[@rhinorey2791]

Thank you Andrew! your vidoe is very educational for me

[@TKCL]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dougdavis4439]

Good information Andrew. About to do tongue and grove on the bedroom ceiling and will definitely be purchasing some scaffolding based on your information. Thank you!

[@TKCL]

Not sure how tall your ceiling is, but a single scaffold will probably take care of your needs?

[@5150cash]

Howdy Mr Doug 👋 Andrew said you can use his scaffolding anytime you want 👍🏽😉

[@dougdavis4439]

@@TKCL Appreciate it Andrew.

[@dougdavis4439]

@@5150cash Howdy Cash, heck if I could ever get down there to get them right! Lol. Take care!

[@wildbill23c]

Excellent video. Been thinking of getting the outriggers for my HF scaffold...not really using mine as scaffolding most of the time, I use it as shelving for implements for my tractor LOL...however, I plan on doing some finish work out in my shop, so a 2nd scaffold would be excellent to finish the ceiling. I think I'll pickup the outriggers and the safety railing. Its nice that it all breaks down so when not in use as a scaffold I can remove all the additional stuff. Plus utilize the 2nd scaffolding for more shelving. I palletize my implements, so a couple minutes with the pallet forks on the tractor to offload implements to use the scaffold isn't much of an inconvenience or not really inconvenient at all compared to having to find all the parts and pieces if it were disassembled HAHA!! Again, excellent video, and recommendations. They do make steel cross braces for the scaffolding, heck you could make your own, but I like your ratchet strap idea, a lot of people already have a few sets of those lying around, and 1 less thing to try and store somewhere and remember where you put later.

[@TKCL]

I plan to build a robust rack system for my implements as well.

[@iii-x-iii]

Thank YOU!

[@steviegeez8032]

Great information. Thanks

[@TKCL]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@johnogozalek6240]

Nice job.

[@danielrice5474]

Nice follow up review. So many say they will do a follow up but never do. I’m considering getting the WEN baker-style one on Amazon. They look very comparable.

[@TKCL]

They are all practically the same design.

[@thtadthtshldntbe]

Its spring, people are looking to do work, some of which involves scaffolding. Your review is probably showing up high in the algorithm. I hope that you get a lot of subs because of it.

[@TKCL]

Thank you very much, I need another video to get recommended.

[@tinamarieb49]

Thanks so much! You just saved me thousands. My cedar sided home needs sanding and restaining. Best estimate was 11k. My wallet not that deep but I'm afraid of heights. I'll do some simple 2x6 long stabilzers for a little extra stability on uneven ground. I think I can do the job with this set up. Figure this will save me about 7k. Thanks!

[@TKCL]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@LVQ-so5th]

I'm afraid of heights too and it bothers me to overpay for what is otherwise a do-it-yourself job because of that. Still, I wish this product was a little more stable. I was wondering whether buying and extra pair of the platform supports for the very bottom would help stabilize it.

[@mrwonderfulhere2]

i have cleaned rain gutters for 30 years as a good portion of my business. I am comfortable with heights...but,...that does look a bit less stable then I would prefer at the top. Greta idea with the ratchet straps...but I think I would need to be on a more stable platform...like a square one. I think the extra money would be worth less risk...but great video lots of stuff to think about...learned a lot

[@TKCL]

I agree with, especially for outside work.

[@SctyGrpPowers]

Excellent review. Thank God I will never have to use something like that!

[@TKCL]

Lol

[@timothycharlesellis5940]

The round tube Metaltech railing doesn’t seat firmly into the square receivers, it feels extremely rickety. I purchased some metal plumbing pipe and cut and drilled it to fit into the receivers and take up the slack. Enormous difference in stability.

[@SunbrightShinobi]

Personally as a bigger guy that bought a similar set for working at 14’ walls for my barndo and with 2 sets and stabilizers and it was too shaky when trying to climb. I actually got the trap door deckings and the 39” kit and used that instead of full 2nd ladders the height I needed. Climbing up inside is much less frightening

[@TKCL]

Don't forget the x bracing, makes a huge difference.

[@johnsoper6931]

Have you seen the Baker scaffold addon by MetalTech called "Climb and Go" to move around using the batteries you already have? I'm a little impressed!

[@TKCL]

I just seen it yesterday! Awesome invention, although very pricey.

[@functionalvanconversion4284]

Wow, that's quite the set up! Thanks for including the options. Any idea if there is a way this could be used outside on level ground (without tires of course).

[@TKCL]

Put down thick boards and get the flat feet for these that replace the wheels.

[@hrlee2381]

You couldn't get me up there. That's to high for me. Very great product review and instructions.

[@TKCL]

Lol it isn't for everyone!

[@markb.1259]

Great video Andrew! If you find a creative seamstress they may be able to turn the scaffolds into a nice couch and loveseat set so you'll be able to quickly setup the double-stack scaffold if/when you have anymore light issues in the Great Room! :-)

[@TKCL]

Lol 🤣

[@greyfyreshelties260]

Next time I have to drag out my scaffolding to fix the 14' high lights or the leaking gutters I'll replay this video. I've used 3 high when building and oye was it SCAREY! All the extra bracing is a fantastic idea.

[@TKCL]

Whoa! Heights don't bother me, but I don't have the guts for 3 high.

[@gamemaster7650]

Should buy extra of those led ceiling lights that way if any go bad in the future and they go out of style/stock you still have some as backup to replace them. Trust me I wish I had done that with some things.

[@TKCL]

I always do, I had a case of 12 on standby.

[@randymyers5086]

Need to check out the new Climb And Go they make for that. You install it and can move around the room by remote control.

[@TKCL]

Really? That sounds awesome!

[@kingwood4357]

Bummer on the LED light fixture, I almost bought some of them to replace some can lights, think I will hold off on that purchase for a little while longer until I get your "long term" review. 😁

[@TKCL]

So far all have been excellent except these two. I don't see anything burnt or damaged. No idea 🤷

[@ShaneZettelmier]

After the house is done, one of your projects could be to build a large drone mount a lawn chair on top of it. That way you don’t have to worry where you are if you’re in the house you can just fly up and change your lightbulbs you can fly up to the roof or up to the top of a tree. I think everybody needs a drone with a seat on it

[@TKCL]

🤦

[@brock_5744]

Hey! Thanks for the tips, great video. I have a similar set up but hesitant on using it on finished hardwood floors. Have you noticed any marks or wheel indentations left behind on the floors? Thanks!

[@TKCL]

None, it will mark concrete but easily comes up.

[@brock_5744]

@@TKCL thanks 🙏 much appreciated

[@jamesbromstead4949]

A wise man who worked with my Father once told me a quote from Terry Prachett “You're just as dead if you fall from forty feet as you are from four thousand fathoms, that's what I say.” That's stuck with me, whether climbing a ladder, a tower or a roof. Thanks for the video.

[@JimmyHensley36]

Great video sir . Took care of a couple more of those spam comments. Nasty ones . I’m always on the lookout . 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@TKCL]

Thank you very much! They come and go it seems! I've probably deleted 20 in the last few days.

[@JimmyHensley36]

@@TKCL I look every chance in the evening. I’m sure some sneak by . Ttyl

[@TKCL]

Appreciate you taking the time to do that! Thanks

[@JimmyHensley36]

@@TKCL YW , This is our family channel and we gotta keep it clean . Take care .

[@amerlin388]

Appreciate this and your related videos. Ascending to the high platform is a concern. Climbing over 1 cross member is fine, several cross members blocking your way is another matter. Swinging around the side looks like a scary stability issue. If you have a tall enough ladder to climb on, then I guess you would use the ladder, not scaffolding, for simple light bulb changes. Any insights for the wood deck? Concerned about damage/degradation over time. Would you use it as a template to cut out a replacement from thick plywood? Any ideas for a DIY base plate or something to capture wheeled foot and spread out load, to facilitate using the scaffolding on ground?

[@TKCL]

I don't recommend using on ground with double height unless you can tie it off to something. The plywood is thin, but has steel supports underneath, it's holding up well. Stick with it as it snaps into the frame and allows a lock to swing into place.

[@nkuete]

OF COURSE RATCHET STRAPS I feel confident in my set but I have been trying to get that next level of stability. Ratchet strap cross bracing, genius

[@TKCL]

It helps!

[@walterchapman2884]

Heights scare the heck out of me " this scaffolding doesn't come with a parachute? 🤔 Great review, Andrew!

[@TKCL]

Lol luckily I don't mind heights.

[@walterchapman2884]

@@TKCL Lucky man

[@Drumwolf62]

Did you win a lottery? How in the world do you afford such a big house? I hate to pay your heating bill. Very nice house. Good for you man. You are certainly blessed brother. Thank you for the great videos.

[@TKCL]

Lol my heated space is only 1500sq ft. Last several bills have been around $100 a month. It pays to insulate very well.

[@TKCL]

And I built my house, saved me 6 figures in labor.

[@underdog576967]

Was wondering about the feet that level , like a big screw Jack ? I’d like to try that for outside work

[@TKCL]

Those would be more sturdy.

[@jonathangreenawalt5724]

I think LED lights that are a whole assembly are less desirable than installing normal recessed lights with which one can retrofit with an LED bulb. This is because one can add the correct hue/temperature bulb one desires versus being stuck with a all in one system light. Not to mention one can change lightbulbs with handle long pole attachments.

[@LeewardStudios]

I have LED that are switching for color temperature so no problem there.

[@TKCL]

These are also color changing, three different temperature ranges.

[@barbaraharrold5361]

Tfs:)

[@JimmyHensley36]

It was spam so I removed it .

[@TKCL]

Thank you Mr Jimmy, spam has increased greatly the last few days.

[@jack91522]

Would you use this to cut in the edge for painting? Would be a pain having to keep moving the scaffolding but beats a ladder

[@TKCL]

I did use my scaffold for all painting and cutting. I hate working off of ladders, plus I could cover about 8-10 ft at a time on this.

[@TheBeerbelly007]

Cool watching your outside fan spin both ways on it's own--ha

[@TKCL]

It's been windy!

[@andrewskater8813]

Wow when the camera was up there thats a freeky look from that height with it being so thin! Shaking looking at it.

[@TKCL]

Lol it's not as bad as you think.

[@dropshot1967]

I get vertigo, just watching your footage from on top of your scaffolding. lol

[@TKCL]

Lol it's a little unnerving.

[@jason27swg]

Any news on your starlink? Best friend got his box today;)

[@TKCL]

No updates 😒

[@NORMANMORRISON1940]

You can get used scaffolding from the rental places too

[@TKCL]

My local place is tiny, doubt they sell it. In a bigger city you can probably buy a lot more.

[@hnorgard2002]

I couldn't help but notice your fan on the patio. It is moving in both directions from the wind. Is that going to cause a problem for the motor down the road?

[@TKCL]

With it being outdoor rated I would have to assume that they are designed to be blown around in the wind. I'm not concerned

[@isidroenriquez8632]

Cuanto cuesta y donde,lo puedo comprar por favor pongameln donde pujado comrar

[@camdendexter]

Any advice on using a scaffold outside?

[@TKCL]

Don't use the wheels, buy the feet pad for it. Don't go high if possible and tie it off to something solid. I'd be nervous about using these on ground.

[@k.w.7188]

Where did you find the railing?

[@TKCL]

Amazon, link should be in the video description.

[@MegaRiffraff]

👍🏻

[@Starry_Night_Sky7455]

The ladder is what height? What brand/model is it?

[@TKCL]

That ladder is 20 years old, a Werner 8ft model

[@5150cash]

🙋🏽‍♂️ question why didn't you have this set up while you were on the rooftop 🤷🏽‍♂️. Also is there going to be a permanent ladder attached to the house via rooftop 😉....

[@TKCL]

Lol..... Might be 🤷

[@jeremiahs45]

That’s a bummer one of your new led lights went bad already

[@TKCL]

Yeah I'm not happy about it!

[@JS-mt6wp]

How high are your ceilings? 18ft?

[@TKCL]

In my house? They are 12ft walls and 16ft to the ceiling peak.

[@blockbuster-em9bo]

I want to find some giant outriggers 😂

[@LVQ-so5th]

They sell much bigger ones in case you want to go up 3 levels. You should be able to use those on a 2 level too.

[@pmartin6759]

👍👍👍👍👍❤️

[@joebufford2972]

why does the manufacture of these Baker scaffolds offer accessories like this when you purchase them?

[@jason27swg]

So you will buy them

[@ShaneZettelmier]

If people need to go higher they could just wear platform soul boots from the 70s like kiss boots that will get them an extra 6 inches if they really need to go higher they can just put some cinderblocks under the wheels. 😂😂. If anybody actually does put cinderblocks under the wheels and then climbs all the way up, please make sure you have a camera on it. 😂😂😂

[@TKCL]

Oh geesh!

[@billybrown1979]

OK NOW YOU CAN GO FISHING AND CATCH A WOPPER ABOUT 12 INCHES LONG HA HA HA . BE BLESS YOU YOUNG PEOPLE. SAVANNAH TN.

[@TKCL]

I'm ready!

[@stuartkorte1642]

Ah man, I was hoping you finished the video off with some Tarzan or zip line action.

[@TKCL]

Next time

[@AndrewFritschle]

you should wear shoes while climbing scaffolding, so you don't slip off and break your neck.

[@TKCL]

I agree

[@MegaRiffraff]

👍🏻