ULTIMATE DIY Welding Table

[@74willy81]

Great design and execution of very useful and affordable welding table, absolutely love it! Thanks for sharing this very simple and elegant solution for a home shop welding table. Yeah we'd all like one of those pro fab welding tables but let's face it this will be just fine for 95% of what we need to tackle. As far as an easy yet effective rust preventative, well of course there are lots of options, but I happened to stumble onto my welding table's new best friend just recently. I rebuild a lot of chainsaws and other small engines semi commercially. Had one fella bring in a saw a few months ago that had a very rich fuel/oil mix, think about 15 or 20:1. I drained his tank and put the fuel/oil mix in an old Windex sprayer, sprayed it on some pristine clean mild steel that I'd just cleaned all of the rust and mill scale off of just to see how it would last. Been on there about 3 months now and the steel looks as shiny as the day I cleaned it. You'll want to apply it outside until the volatile ends of the gas dry off of course, which doesn't take long. However the application is easy to apply and being thin due to the gas, it flows into all of the pores of the metal and leaves a nice protective film after it's gone.

[@jeremyupton850]

Nice to see someone make an inexpensive/simple welding table that is good enough for home use rather than the "ultimate" welding table youtube vids.

[@kawana1961]

I'm making the same right now, for small furniture with profiles 15 mm - 60mm it is more than enough, i would just make more bars under 5mm plates, because with harder smash you can curve it.

[@craigbuchanan5294]

Changed my thoughts on a welding table !

[@Ch1oeW]

Newbie welder here! Thanks for this video! I would love a video on how to interpret metal sizes and grades when shopping for metal. I find it overwhelming going through a metal shop's website and I dont want to resort to the dreaded overpriced Home Depot stuff (but I think that is why people do!). Thanks again!

[@robturner7853]

My Dad always used Bowling alley wax!! , Warm the "Clean" steel" and simply apply a light coat wipe off any excess and your Golden lol....Really Works great and on alot of of things as well.

[@leaftree49]

This will be a good test for my Chicago electric flux core welder. I'm new to welding and came across your channel. Thanks for the no nonsense straight forward explanation .

[@mangybadger2582]

Thanks!

[@-DIYPRO-]

You bet and thank you!

[@andre_putter]

I like the idea of using flat bar for the tabletop. Way to go!!!

[@Gauge1LiveSteam]

This is perfect for me. Thanks for putting this together for us.

[@tedbastwock3810]

Great design and execution, love the simplicity

[@Holodomor4.0]

This is simply Awesome and is exactly what I was looking for for my new shed! Thankyou!

[@Lwimmermastermetalart]

The Evolution saw is awesome. However the full blown one is pricey. I’m happy with the less expensive one. The first project was to use it to build a rolling base for it. I made it with a removable top so I can use the table for some of my smaller plasma cutting projects. The slot idea is a nice feature however I am doing mine differently. I’m using square tubing for everything. My plates are mounted using 3/8 X 3 flat head bolts The bolt has a nut under the plate. Then an adjusting nut next. The bolt assembly goes through clearance holes in the frame top. You can then adjust every plate with the adjusting nut. Then tighten the bottom bolt.

[@-DIYPRO-]

Sounds like a good one! Thanks for sharing!

[@MrFlightDirector]

Yup, I like this design idea! But I’ll probably go with square tube for the frame, including legs. And will likely go 6.5ft long instead of 5ft.

[@bryce1334]

Is there a website or which of the big box stores has the best priced steel I unfortunately live in the middle of nowhere western NC and there are no steel suppliers around

[@prashanthb6521]

Is this Bright cold rolled steel you purchased ? I had a similar idea but with "L" angle 1~3/2 inch width.

[@robturner7853]

Oh and I love the Slotted table!!! I have an idea "not sure if its good or bad" Ill welcome your opinion lol.... mount my table to the wall to fold down when not in use, using a few small gas shocks like on vehicle lift gates / hatches etc.

[@stefanblack3909]

being able to easily access your welding table from all sides is a really useful - that would be one downside of your idea.

[@leonlowenstadter9223]

The table is quite heavy, so both the wall and the lifting device needs to be strong. When you reduce the length to about half and only do the tabletop, you may be able to place it on two saw horses or something when needed.

[@DanHancock-e7o]

Nice Job on the table. I have been looking for how to make one.

[@lakeacres9750]

i use Boeshield T-9 on any exposed metal surfaces and it works great!

[@b00thejj]

Try some T-9 for the surface rust. That's a good looking table BTW. I think I'm gonna build my own version, I like the slot idea.

[@-DIYPRO-]

Thanks I'll have to try it out.

[@jeffkohler21]

Look for old bed frames too. The l channel is like 1/8 steel

[@korretuf]

I love this but you're killing me with your system. What is it in the metric system. By the looks of it it looks like 5mm thickness on the top side and around 3 (?) to support the weight? Please, help :D

[@lostworld-2024-m5m]

Very very good job at ALL level ( quality/cost ) for homeworkers . I always say to my son ," the best profit is the money you don't expend " Example for those who don't see what I mean : Let say you go to the market and buy tomatoes , you pay for the producer then and his profit , then also the profit of the seller ( which is sometimes twice the the price he bought it ). Produce it for your OWN use and you will be rich . Hydroponic can help in planting anything you need at home on top of your house or any where else you can put it . Sorry for the OFF topic , but I did that cause I feel your need of showing that cheap self made things are important in life . By the way I am a 70 years old jack of all trade 😇😊

[@-DIYPRO-]

Right on, thank you!

[@chrissample3047]

I like that design

[@Tubeagrutis]

Awesome stuff!!! Was worth the wait! Thanks for sharing.

[@-DIYPRO-]

Thanks!

[@Junkboy888]

What a nice table and it looks like something most people can really build, Even me. LOL

[@-DIYPRO-]

Right on!

[@sanjeevshrestha5049]

To protect it from rust. I heated the whole surface with my torch and poured burnt engine oil. This way it protects it for long time but had to repeat it in 3-4 months

[@figmojustfigmo3820]

I’d worry about warping

[@sanjeevshrestha5049]

@@figmojustfigmo3820just a light heat, otherwise it will bent. I learned it on hard way :D

[@Loadedgoods]

Love this idea. I’m making one at work with a few modifications. Thanks that is awesome

[@lawrenceborrego2928]

I use Carnuba paste wax on all my metal and machined surfaces 2-3 times per year or as needed. Works well for me. Enjoyed your vid, thx for sharing.

[@johmu5466]

Fantastic project and clamp-related features...! To easily cut metal without getting an Evolution miter saw: Buy the Harbor Freight WARRIOR 7-1/4 in. Single Bevel Compound Miter Saw $99 ($70 when on sale inside track club), and their HERCULES 7-1/4 in., 48T Steel Cutting Circular Saw Blade ($28 regular price) and it worked GREAT* for me cutting 1/8" angle iron, etc ! (~$100 + tax total). It's amazing how well it works, especially since its only used occasionally...! * It's loud when cutting and sharp hot chips fly everywhere (hearing and eye protection are a MUST), and a bar magnet still in its plastic package helps with cleanup. ...Avoid the temptation to force the cut and your blade should last a while (avoid cutting too hard and fast - or too light and slow - and your blade life should be satisfactory). I'd plan on possibly going through a blade before you get the true hang of it... In my experience you'll still need to buy blades more frequently than with a wood saw, but the convenience, relative speed, and accuracy are worth it.

[@-DIYPRO-]

There is a lot of talk about people doing it and I guess for the occasional cut it would work but along with the blade not being designed for the higher speed it requires a lot of torque on the motor so the saw won't last very long. A cheaper (than Evolution) method that I used for many years is an abrasive chop saw. My shops still use those daily, they'll get the job done.

[@jeffreyjbyron]

Does your saw still work? I don't think I'd use a wood saw for steel as the motor is 5x faster than it should be. I've heard of people putting 7" blades on 12" saws to slow down the rpms. I think a saw blade at such high speeds would be hella dangerous. Also metal fragments in the exterior motor can't be good. But is it still working for you?

[@bigguix]

yep. found my next project

[@or251j]

Great table! I will build my own, thanks.

[@haydenzentz642]

Great table! My question is, im between copying exactly how you built this table or getting the new harbor freight one, i am getting the easy flux 125 tomorrow and if i decide to build my own it would be my first time actually using a welder, would you say this is something that can be done for a firstimer or should i just go with new titanium one?

[@-DIYPRO-]

honestly that one could go either way. If you already have projects lined up then get the Titanium and have at it. If not then the table would be a great first project.

[@ByrdAnthony33]

@@-DIYPRO-of course no harbor freight near me even has the table in stock. I don’t even see it on the website. I have a ton of projects lined up and need something to weld on because I’m just ruining my table saw lol

[@110welding]

I like I like..... I defiently am a budget guy too..

[@sancheazy]

No way, I live north of Salt Lake. I didn't know you were in the same area.

[@Gristourdille]

In the place where I live, the flat bar are not flat.

[@ryancoakley]

That awkward moment when the concrete guys have tighter tolerances than the fixture table manufacturer. 🤭

[@-DIYPRO-]

Haha, right on!

[@RachelBeattie-zm5dt]

Me and my dad made one and I’m ten also diy

[@jayphillips4058]

Nice simple design - sure wish I had the steel prices you do. $140 wouldn't even get the top built here.

[@-DIYPRO-]

Always ask if they have a "surplus" pile. You might find some hidden gems or plate!

[@jayphillips4058]

@@-DIYPRO- There is, but they charge full bore for scrap pieces. Steel demand is high here, along with stratospheric pricing. Actually 30%-40% cheaper to order from suppliers several hours away, they deliver twice a week and will cut things like hitch plate to order for a very reasonable price.

[@prashanthb6521]

To take care of rust, my suggestion is this : Dissolve general grease in turpentine oil. The viscosity should be such that it can pass thru a spray bottle nozzle and not clog. Spray for long term storage and probably spread it thin with a waste cloth or brush. You can also dip a cloth in it and wipe the entire table instead of a spray bottle.

[@gattonpc]

Ultimate..my ass. Big words..like "The Best.. yatayata.. but to few knows the meanning of those words.. and people just use them without even knowing what they means.

[@-DIYPRO-]

So........I see you hate the title! What about the table?

[@richardseifried7574]

WD40 is a good choice. After all, it stands for Water Displacement formula #40.

[@AXNJXN1]

Nice table. The only problem however with Evolution is that they RAPE their customers beyond life. The cost(s) of their saws especially the latest model shown is absolutely, beyond reason in price. It's absurd, frankly. I purchased their s380 CPS and they they released the Miter saw version just two months later. Though the saw cuts 'well', I paid for the iron base AND the stand which was the most I've ever spent on a 'tool'... Now with their 'Miter' saw they want nearly $1K!! Crooks. You got me once Evolution, never again.

[@MarilynMansonIsBetterThanRap]

Bro seriously using the term “rape” damn sad tbh

[@williamiverson903]

Have you seriously never shopped for quality tools? Evolution is an absolute bargain compared to the competition!

[@chrisallen5548]

I thought this video would be able a table not an evolution advert. I’ll never buy evolution again, crap customer service.

[@tektkite7255]

dont weld zinc plated stuff my dude

[@-DIYPRO-]

Very true.