Your presentation is excellent. I'm getting that system into my garage next month. I am looking forward to allocating my husband a few totes for all his junk 😂. Watching from Ireland 🇮🇪
Your video is by far the best video on how to build these ! You explain everything clearly, simply and give good measurements ! Great job and Thank You !! 2:30
Nice job. You've dumbed this down to the point that I believe even I can build it. I have a small storage shed (8x7.5) with about 20 bins on top of each other and what a pain. I'm probably going to have to cut this down to only 4x4 with a top shelf but either way, it'll be way better than I've got right now. Thanks for the step-by-step with precise measurements.
I am pretty good with wood working projects but I have to say this was one of the best described and videoed project I’ve found on UA-cam. Thank you very much for the time and effort you put into this project.😊
You have very clearly laid out all measurements and cut list very well. Thank you for making the video. Edit: I've now finished the project having followed your measurements and instructions. It works perfect. Not normally one to follow a youtube video for such a project but you have a credibility about you. Thanks, both my wife and I are thrilled with the clean look and far more storage than we had.
Thank you so much for this really well-made video! I followed your instructions and managed to build the rack in one day. I’m not someone with much experience in manual work, so it’s probably faster for others. I have to admit that at first, I found it a bit childish to mark the X’s for the sides, but I did it anyway-and I’m so glad I did! Once I started having pieces everywhere and couldn’t remember the orientation, it really saved me. I even made a mistake at one point, but thanks to your method of marking 2x2, I got it right in the end. Very happy with the result. Happy wife, happy life!
I have been scouring the internet looking for tote storage ideas. As you can imagine, there are a plethora of videos out there. Your video has been hands-down the easiest to follow. I appreciate your explanation, as well as demonstration of what your doing. Moving forward, I will be using your video as my reference. Thank you.
Thank you this video was so easy to follow. I’ve watched many of the same project. Yours was great and specific. Now I feel ready to go and do it. Thanks again
If I had the space to make a big one like this, I would!!! But I only made 1, I’ll make another one and just connect them together lol for now I just need 1 🤣 your video helped me so much!!!
Well I thought I would give you an update on my tote rack build, I tweaked your measurements a little, I cut the rails out of 2x4x8 and cut them in half instead of using 2x2s, so that just made the rack a little wider. Other than that it the same rack as yours, and my wife loves it👍🏻 But I have a problem, now my neighbors wants me to build them one times 5. 😂 I also made a memory stick for adding the top and bottom rails. Thanks for a great tutorial video.
Goooooood job sir!!! I was looking for the best way to account for lateral support and your idea with the cross members is perfect. My tote wall 13 rows by 5 high so the support was key for my case.
Building one for my son’s new house in New Braunfels TX in a few weeks. Going to precut and preassemble everything possible accept the final top and bottom plates ahead of time. Thanks for the detailed instructions. Use a stop block on your miter saw and a bucket to collect the scraps. I’m old so I look for every possible time and back saver 😂😂😂 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽
Great video and explanation. I have shelves I made years ago. Going to repurpose and made this. My kids wanted to know what I wanted for Xmas. My answer as many black bins as you can afford.
@@nelanthevithanage7705 happy to help. I started the project today and found I had 3 2x3s extra (didn't have 2x2s available at my Home Depot). So instead of 14 2x2s, you can get away with 11 for a 4 high 4 wide unit
Nice DIY video that is easy to follow. Instead of adding two additional 8ft 2x4s to brace the sides, can use some of the 2x4 cutoff to do some diagonal corner braces. Saves money and waste.
Yes thank you for this. This video was beautifully explained, I haven’t yet built one but I’m in the process of cleaning out the garage and hoping to built this for easy access for bins that are at the bottom. Cuz right now I have them stacked on top of each other and it’s a hassle getting to the bottom bins. I don’t have much building experience but I’m pretty confident I will be able to do this.
Great video! It's important to note, these yellow and black tubs are all the rage right now, so every store on the planet seems to sell them. BUT, they're not all the same dimensions. Each big-box store sells their own brand, hell even Costco and Sams Club have a brand. They're all very close, but not exact.
I was going to make this but thought “what if I don’t use all the spaces?” So instead I build shelving with plywood and measured to fit the totes. Works like a charm and there’s still shelving if I need it instead.
Thank you SOOO much!! I’m building this from your video for our garage and the hubs will organize it when I’m done. Thank you tons for the step by step instructions! Your project was Awesome and will help us get organized!
I am going to actually build this weekend. I am hoping to put it into a metal shipping container that is a smaller than most. I may actually have to do the final assembly inside the container because the door is only 7 feet tall, and rack may not fit through. Wish me luck!
Just bought (10) 27 gallon totes from Costco for $7.99 each, next I have to buy the wood and building I go. Thanks for sharing your video, got me off the couch 🤣
@katieholt5819 hey if the measurements of the totes are different then the ones in this video I'd guess they won't fit. These totes are from home depot and are nearly the same price as costco
If they are a different size from the HD ones you will probably need to adjust the dimensions, but you probably know that. By the looks of your avatar I'd say you know what you are doing. Keep on rollin'
Great instruction just build a 15 tote one using your video, you made it look so eady i had a hard time with the 2x4s from the HD been all twisted/bend
Never take the top 2x4's. They have all been picked through. You can tell by looking for the small stickers that have been under at 90 degree angles, the wood below them hasn't been picked through yet. Always hold one end up and look down the length. I try to never used twisted sticks, crowned and bowed lumber can sometimes be used to your advantage if you have a lot of weight on them by crowning up and the weight then straightens them out.
Your directions were great, I am about 80% done at the moment in building a 4hx7w unit. Can you give any advice on how to “square up” the unit. I used some 12’ 2x4’s and naturally they’re not as straight as they could be. I’m afraid to go and further at the moment as they will always be crooked once they’re mounted to the wall if I leave them as is.
@kevinslusher7412 if you watch my video I show how to square it up. Measure on the backside corner to opposite corner and compare the 4 corners adjust till the measurements the sane
I usually use these to store heavy stuff like jeans ect. Can we add 2x4 supports at the bottom like a drawer. What will the dimension be after adding 2x4s. Yes very good tutorial. You can start making kits and selling on line. My pops used to make wood bird cages as kits he made a killing.
@imdfonz no need, I store tools in mine with most totes weighing around 50lbs no issues. I've designed this to allow for sagging of the totes at the bottom
Followed your measurements and Just completed mine wish I could send you a picture (but you might extend some of your cuts info on the 2x2’s and 2x4’s to take in blade width so they are not ending up a bit short like I did on a couple 🤪 Great instructions thought thank you
Yes the kerf of the blade does affect some measurements, to explain thus would likely just confuse most people. The kerfs on blades now are less then ⅛" so it hardly effects it
I too have Costco containers and do not want them sticking out beyond the frame so it looks like the one you did. I’m ok with the height and width just need to know what length to cut the 2x2’s so the containers fit flush. Also is it safe to have them not mounted if not going against a wall ? Great video by the way.
Thanks for the awesome tutorial! I just built this this weekend. It took me about 4 hours start to finish. For anyone curious, I spent just over $100 in lumber, $33 for 5lbs of screws, and around $200 for the totes. The only extra modification I plan to do is add some casters to the bottom so I can move it around and probably a couple of braces for the front and back sections since I plan on making it mobile.
Dont know if its been answered but the top and bottom 2x4s are cut to 88 3/4 but when you mark the side it stops at 88 1/2. Where does the other 1/4 in go?
I am atttempting to build one of these shelving units myself. I like your video because you showed how you measured for each bin which included the spacing between each one. Also, I have the same curb in my garage and struggled with how to mount it to the wall which you did. Any chance you can explain how you anchored it would be most appreciated. Thank you for this very helpful video. I found the bins at Sam’s Club for $7.98!
You can put 3" long screws through the top 2x4 into the wall studs. Use a studfinder or the stud will be on one side or the other of a switch or receptacle and then every 16 or 24 inches after that.
question, why do you leave a 1/4th of wood on bottom frame? You cut last 2x4's 88 3/4'' but the last ladder sits 88 1/2''. Any particular reason? Also, do you think castors would throw it off balance?
I would put 4x4s on the bottom if you want castors, you could use 2 straight and 2 swivel or 4 swivel. If you don't use 4x4 then the unit may sag in the middle.
Just one question, we cut top and bottom originally at 88 3/4, but these final measurements (or marks) stop at 88 1/2... Should the top and bottoms be cut to 88 1/2?
I would put 4x4s on the bottom if you want castors, you could use 2 straight and 2 swivel or 4 swivel. If you don't use 4x4 then the unit may sag in the middle.
Hello sir I have 2 questions I find out that my totes are little bigger, so what Im supposed to do?? Is 30 inch long does that change anything or everything??? And also when you mark the 2 x 2 you put 27” but the totes are 28.5” that means that I have to cut them bigger?? I’m so sorry Im confused. Btw I went thru a lot of videos and your is the perfect one for anybody that is not a pro at all 😂 thanks for the video is so detailed that I know I will do this and is going to be great God bless you
@TherealEddieC the curb was out around 6" if I remember correctly. I anchored it to th3 wall using addition lumber but the totes can slide back the extra 6" because of that
This is one of the better and more detailed videos out there, great job! Question: does it rock to the left or right? Are the last 2 extra 2x4x96" used supposed to prevent it from rocking?
@meyers.makes. do you think the bins are strong enough to support a rack but the bins going long ways??? The area i have the bins need to be pulled lengthwise and woukd only be supported on the ends
Hello! I only have enough room to do a 4x4 tote storage. Would the change in measurements be only for the 2x4's the measurement would go down from 88.75" to 66.5"? Any idea what the change in material would be?
Thanks for this! This is going to save our garage. So, dumb question. If we measure and it’s not square, how do you fix? Does it just mean that potentially some of the spaces won’t hold a storage container? Great job on the video btw, laid out cleanly, you can teach!
Squaring up diagonals. Subtract the short measurement from the long diagonal measurement and divide the leftover in half. eg 125-123.5= 1.5" half of that is 3/4". Add 3/4 onto your short dimension eg 123.5 + .75=124.25. This dimension of 124 1/4 is what you want both diagonals to measure to be square. Put your tape measure on the short diagonal and pull the right side down until the diagonal reads 124 1/4. If the diagonal measurement gets shorter instead of longer then push up. Once you are at 124.25, then recheck your diagonals.
@@ericwitkowski3795 you want the 2 diagonals to be the same, so you will have to adjust it until it is. Should he easy to move by pushing or pulling on the corner
Sir you still have the sticker on the bottom of the posts. You need to empty and remove for my OCD please. The staple might move it 1/32". Totally giving you a hard time, great video and very thorough. Great DIY project!
If the weight of the whole unit plus the contents doesn't compress the staple then you have very strong 2x4s, probably southern yellow pine in that case,
Aloha from Hawaii. Thanks for sharing this is very helpful. What would be even more helpful is if I could get the info on your (Ryobi) miter saw and stand please.
It depends on whether or nor you are using kiln dried lumber, if it feels too heavy, get the nosy neighbour over to help left it, he probably would be happy to come over and see what you are doing. Put him to work and maybe next time he won't be so nosy. I used to carry 2-2x10x16, that/s the equivalent of 12-2x4x8s. This is 21-2x4x8 but you only need to lift half the weight.
I would put 4x4s on the bottom if you want castors, you could use 2 straight and 2 swivel or 4 swivel. If you don't use 4x4 then the unit may sag in the middle.
How did you anchor it into the back wall? It looks like you added and additional 2X4 about half way up. Because of the thickness of the cement ledge along the floor the additional horizontal 2X4s still wouldnt be thick enough to reach the wall when anchoring. Did you double up the horizontal 2x4s to reach the wall or just screw into the wall studs and leave a gap?
@theChaseGroup I added some 2xs that extended to the wall this was a weird one with the curb. But you definitely want ti anchor wither with lumber or L brackets
This is a great project for a young person learning how to do simple carpentry, measuring, and construction.
@@dalecleveland144 totally, fun project to get into woodworking
Your presentation is excellent. I'm getting that system into my garage next month. I am looking forward to allocating my husband a few totes for all his junk 😂. Watching from Ireland 🇮🇪
Your video is by far the best video on how to build these ! You explain everything clearly, simply and give good measurements ! Great job and Thank You !! 2:30
@Trooperc023 glad it was helpful! I post all kinds of diy projects and reno tips for follow along
Excellent presentation! I am going to do this in my garage! Thank you!
This video was great. For someone who isn’t at all wood savvy, tool savvy, etc this was done so well and easy. Thank you so much!
@@morgangause907 glad you found it helpful
@meyers.makes. Do you have material/cut list?
This is the best explained project I’ve seen on UA-cam! Great job
@@chiefwaz awesome glad it was helpful!
Followed along with you and built a great storage rack for The Mrs :). Thanks
@@tpaineredux3745 glad you found it helpful!
Nice job. You've dumbed this down to the point that I believe even I can build it. I have a small storage shed (8x7.5) with about 20 bins on top of each other and what a pain. I'm probably going to have to cut this down to only 4x4 with a top shelf but either way, it'll be way better than I've got right now. Thanks for the step-by-step with precise measurements.
@TimothyBerkey glad it was helpful and Goodluck!
I want to build this and you explained it very well. Thank you
@@helengrose4688 it's a fun easy build give it a try
I am pretty good with wood working projects but I have to say this was one of the best described and videoed project I’ve found on UA-cam. Thank you very much for the time and effort you put into this project.😊
@OB1974 thanks, appreciate the feedback, I always try to make easy to follow videos
You have very clearly laid out all measurements and cut list very well. Thank you for making the video.
Edit: I've now finished the project having followed your measurements and instructions. It works perfect. Not normally one to follow a youtube video for such a project but you have a credibility about you. Thanks, both my wife and I are thrilled with the clean look and far more storage than we had.
@@dj3114 thanks I'm glad it was helpful!
Best video I found on this storage rack. Easy to follow & great tutorial! Thank you!
Glad you found it helpful, I've got tons of other easy to follow tutorials on my channel
Thank you for simplifying and breaking this down with precise measurements. I feel confident that I can make this now.
@kathleens6837 no problem glad it was helpful
Thank you so much for the detailed video. My daughter and I just built our first one today and you made it so simply to do.
@amandahuffman7833 awesome I'm glad it was helpful!
@@meyers.makes. I find it a lot of fun to make things with the children and then with the grandchildren.
I'm building one of these today and your video is incredibly helpful. Thank you!
@@karaadams8576 glad it was helpful! Hope the build went well
This is the best garage or shed Tote Storage Rack. Genius... Great Work. And thank you for the video.🏆👍
@@ElOlimpico19 it's an awesome system and glad u liked the video
Thank you so much for this really well-made video! I followed your instructions and managed to build the rack in one day. I’m not someone with much experience in manual work, so it’s probably faster for others. I have to admit that at first, I found it a bit childish to mark the X’s for the sides, but I did it anyway-and I’m so glad I did! Once I started having pieces everywhere and couldn’t remember the orientation, it really saved me. I even made a mistake at one point, but thanks to your method of marking 2x2, I got it right in the end. Very happy with the result. Happy wife, happy life!
@@mattm8415 awesome man glad it went well and thr video was helpful!
I have been scouring the internet looking for tote storage ideas. As you can imagine, there are a plethora of videos out there. Your video has been hands-down the easiest to follow. I appreciate your explanation, as well as demonstration of what your doing. Moving forward, I will be using your video as my reference. Thank you.
@@232fezz thanks for sharing this! I try to keep it straight forward and easy to follow
Thank you sir. Excellent explanation and measurements. Mine came out great 👍🏽
Awesome I'd love to see a photo of it
Thank you this video was so easy to follow. I’ve watched many of the same project. Yours was great and specific. Now I feel ready to go and do it.
Thanks again
@k-annehayes59 awesome! If you have any questions ask
Absolutely incredible video! So many good tips. Thanks for the upload.
Glad it was helpful
Used this video today to build mine. Came out perfect. I did put casters on the bottom though. Great video
@michaellawson7699 casters are a great addition, how many did you use?
@@meyers.makes. just 4, but they are heavy duty. 2 swiveling/locking and 2 stationary
If I had the space to make a big one like this, I would!!! But I only made 1, I’ll make another one and just connect them together lol for now I just need 1 🤣 your video helped me so much!!!
Glad it helped and you can always add to it
Well I thought I would give you an update on my tote rack build, I tweaked your measurements a little, I cut the rails out of 2x4x8 and cut them in half instead of using 2x2s, so that just made the rack a little wider. Other than that it the same rack as yours, and my wife loves it👍🏻 But I have a problem, now my neighbors wants me to build them one times 5. 😂 I also made a memory stick for adding the top and bottom rails. Thanks for a great tutorial video.
@@RonInAVan awesome! I also ripped 2x4s in half for this build, it's cheaper and the lumber is better quality that way. Glad this video was helpful
Thank you for your time and effort! I'm working on mine but with one less column and this video is a great reference! Happy new year to you and yours!
@richardborja7072 thanks hope your build goes well!
Well this is on my to do list ✅ Thank you for making more work for me by sharing such a great video 👍🏻
@@RonInAVan haha let me know how it goes
More than a pro. A great teacher as well.
@@tomronan601 thanks!
Great, now I wanna build this for my garage haha.
@@Jeeksters do it you want regret kt
Thank you so much , i have such a problem with these projects , you have made this look easy , mr meyer thankyou 😂
Glad this was helpful, if u follow the entire build step by step yoh will have no problems
Great job on this video. Thank you for sharing this.
Thanks for watching glad you liked it
Goooooood job sir!!! I was looking for the best way to account for lateral support and your idea with the cross members is perfect. My tote wall 13 rows by 5 high so the support was key for my case.
@KenUngaro awesome glad this helped and I'd love to see yours, sounds massive
Very good video.
Subscribed 👌🏻
Best video out there for this project
@joecas6484 thank you! I did my best to make it straightforward and easy to follow
Gotta include the kerf on the saw blade. By the time you get to end you don’t have enough wood. Great video 😊
@@missyounorm33 honestly this is minimal and would confuse more people
That's a really nice build.
Nice job. Very easy to understand
@@wilfredorosado653 thank you
Building one for my son’s new house in New Braunfels TX in a few weeks. Going to precut and preassemble everything possible accept the final top and bottom plates ahead of time. Thanks for the detailed instructions. Use a stop block on your miter saw and a bucket to collect the scraps. I’m old so I look for every possible time and back saver 😂😂😂 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽
@@rhinomite5203 yes sir great ideas!
Great video and explanation. I have shelves I made years ago. Going to repurpose and made this. My kids wanted to know what I wanted for Xmas. My answer as many black bins as you can afford.
That's a good gift to ask for. Tell them to put a few cookies inside so that you have something to munch on while building the units.
Thanks for the great explanation! Got started/almost done with my 4 by 4 set up
Glad you liked it!
Built mine using your instruction. Awesome video! Thank you very much. Took out the top row, and built a 4x4 instead. 16 total totes.
I was going to do the exact same. How what did you end up using material wise?
From my calculations, it the same amount of lumber, but the 10 2x4s are cut at 67 1/2" vs 84"
@@robertrodriguez3202 you are a lifesaver.
@@nelanthevithanage7705 happy to help. I started the project today and found I had 3 2x3s extra (didn't have 2x2s available at my Home Depot). So instead of 14 2x2s, you can get away with 11 for a 4 high 4 wide unit
@@robertrodriguez3202 oh ok im starting tomorrow. im probably gonna stick with 2x2s I have couple Home Depots near me.
Nice DIY video that is easy to follow. Instead of adding two additional 8ft 2x4s to brace the sides, can use some of the 2x4 cutoff to do some diagonal corner braces. Saves money and waste.
You are absolutely right, diagonal bracing is a good idea for this build.
Great video, very clear instructions
Yes thank you for this. This video was beautifully explained, I haven’t yet built one but I’m in the process of cleaning out the garage and hoping to built this for easy access for bins that are at the bottom. Cuz right now I have them stacked on top of each other and it’s a hassle getting to the bottom bins. I don’t have much building experience but I’m pretty confident I will be able to do this.
Absolutely follow this video, and you will have no problem
So simple yet so effective!
Thanks
Great video! It's important to note, these yellow and black tubs are all the rage right now, so every store on the planet seems to sell them. BUT, they're not all the same dimensions. Each big-box store sells their own brand, hell even Costco and Sams Club have a brand. They're all very close, but not exact.
Wow,excellent,im gonna build it
Well done, thanks for sharing.
I was going to make this but thought “what if I don’t use all the spaces?” So instead I build shelving with plywood and measured to fit the totes. Works like a charm and there’s still shelving if I need it instead.
Thank you SOOO much!! I’m building this from your video for our garage and the hubs will organize it when I’m done. Thank you tons for the step by step instructions! Your project was Awesome and will help us get organized!
@castroem1 no problem, I hope the build went well!
Thanks for the great video, this is going to help greatly. Would be nice if you added supplies and cultist to the description.
Great point I'll do that next time
Cool project! Gonna give it a try.
Ya it's a very practical storage system that is easy to build and cost effective
Great job!!! I love te fact you explained everything step by step. QUESTION: How many pounds that shelves will take?
I am going to actually build this weekend. I am hoping to put it into a metal shipping container that is a smaller than most. I may actually have to do the final assembly inside the container because the door is only 7 feet tall, and rack may not fit through. Wish me luck!
@@MikeyG1212121 how'd it go?
Just bought (10) 27 gallon totes from Costco for $7.99 each, next I have to buy the wood and building I go. Thanks for sharing your video, got me off the couch 🤣
@@RonInAVan glad it was helpful hope the build goes well
Did the Costco totes fit? I show they’re a bit longer and wider than the measurements in this video so I’m concerned they won’t fit
@katieholt5819 hey if the measurements of the totes are different then the ones in this video I'd guess they won't fit. These totes are from home depot and are nearly the same price as costco
If they are a different size from the HD ones you will probably need to adjust the dimensions, but you probably know that. By the looks of your avatar I'd say you know what you are doing. Keep on rollin'
Great instruction just build a 15 tote one using your video, you made it look so eady i had a hard time with the 2x4s from the HD been all twisted/bend
Never take the top 2x4's. They have all been picked through. You can tell by looking for the small stickers that have been under at 90 degree angles, the wood below them hasn't been picked through yet. Always hold one end up and look down the length. I try to never used twisted sticks, crowned and bowed lumber can sometimes be used to your advantage if you have a lot of weight on them by crowning up and the weight then straightens them out.
Your directions were great, I am about 80% done at the moment in building a 4hx7w unit. Can you give any advice on how to “square up” the unit. I used some 12’ 2x4’s and naturally they’re not as straight as they could be. I’m afraid to go and further at the moment as they will always be crooked once they’re mounted to the wall if I leave them as is.
@kevinslusher7412 if you watch my video I show how to square it up. Measure on the backside corner to opposite corner and compare the 4 corners adjust till the measurements the sane
Very nice. Good job
@@artkaphan1 thank you!
Just subscribed, came over from TikTok.
@@TowMan127 thank you
I usually use these to store heavy stuff like jeans ect. Can we add 2x4 supports at the bottom like a drawer. What will the dimension be after adding 2x4s. Yes very good tutorial. You can start making kits and selling on line. My pops used to make wood bird cages as kits he made a killing.
@imdfonz no need, I store tools in mine with most totes weighing around 50lbs no issues. I've designed this to allow for sagging of the totes at the bottom
Do you have measurements for placing the bins longways?
@@etal90 I don't sorry
Thanks for sharing this brother Happy Mew Year 2025! Now got something to do after new year.
Followed your measurements and Just completed mine wish I could send you a picture (but you might extend some of your cuts info on the 2x2’s and 2x4’s to take in blade width so they are not ending up a bit short like I did on a couple 🤪
Great instructions thought thank you
Yes the kerf of the blade does affect some measurements, to explain thus would likely just confuse most people. The kerfs on blades now are less then ⅛" so it hardly effects it
I'm going to do this soon. Good video.
Have fun!
how did you anchor it to the wall at the end?
@@AvatarAang926 screwed through the horizontal boards we put on the back into studs on the wall
can you please post the cut-list? (eg 27 x 2 x 4; #40)
@@1yawn2many I don't have that but it's all in the video
I too have Costco containers and do not want them sticking out beyond the frame so it looks like the one you did. I’m ok with the height and width just need to know what length to cut the 2x2’s so the containers fit flush. Also is it safe to have them not mounted if not going against a wall ? Great video by the way.
@gpt2411 not sure about costco Tote sizes and u don't need to fasten into wall but I would if possible
Thanks for the awesome tutorial! I just built this this weekend. It took me about 4 hours start to finish. For anyone curious, I spent just over $100 in lumber, $33 for 5lbs of screws, and around $200 for the totes. The only extra modification I plan to do is add some casters to the bottom so I can move it around and probably a couple of braces for the front and back sections since I plan on making it mobile.
@@mreinfo awesome glad the build went well, casters are a great addition, don't skimp on the size tho
What kind of casters did you get?
Thanks for the step-by-step .. what type of screws do you use?
@@SkyWatch555 2½" wood / deck screws
Would you have measurements for a 3x5 totes
@@KimberlyCardenas-Pascua 3 hight or 5 high
Here's my video for 102L totes 5 tall, 3 wide ua-cam.com/video/un-irh2rXGw/v-deo.htmlsi=RRIptVVeDdVo7JsL
Dont know if its been answered but the top and bottom 2x4s are cut to 88 3/4 but when you mark the side it stops at 88 1/2. Where does the other 1/4 in go?
I am atttempting to build one of these shelving units myself. I like your video because you showed how you measured for each bin which included the spacing between each one. Also, I have the same curb in my garage and struggled with how to mount it to the wall which you did. Any chance you can explain how you anchored it would be most appreciated. Thank you for this very helpful video. I found the bins at Sam’s Club for $7.98!
You can put 3" long screws through the top 2x4 into the wall studs. Use a studfinder or the stud will be on one side or the other of a switch or receptacle and then every 16 or 24 inches after that.
¡Great job!
@@mirnazurita7954 ty
question, why do you leave a 1/4th of wood on bottom frame? You cut last 2x4's 88 3/4'' but the last ladder sits 88 1/2''. Any particular reason? Also, do you think castors would throw it off balance?
I would put 4x4s on the bottom if you want castors, you could use 2 straight and 2 swivel or 4 swivel. If you don't use 4x4 then the unit may sag in the middle.
We can add a extra ladder to make it 6 tote across
what are the total dimensions when finished?
What would the measurement for 4 totes
Just one question, we cut top and bottom originally at 88 3/4, but these final measurements (or marks) stop at 88 1/2... Should the top and bottoms be cut to 88 1/2?
Yes 88½ is the exact measurement I left a ¼" for any problems people may experience
Thanks for the great video. Quick question - do you think this would still be stable if you put casters on the bottom or would it need other bracing?
I would put 4x4s on the bottom if you want castors, you could use 2 straight and 2 swivel or 4 swivel. If you don't use 4x4 then the unit may sag in the middle.
@67timb I definitely think you can add casters to the bottom
Good job
@@luisaraujo8317 thanks
Hello sir I have 2 questions I find out that my totes are little bigger, so what Im supposed to do?? Is 30 inch long does that change anything or everything??? And also when you mark the 2 x 2 you put 27” but the totes are 28.5” that means that I have to cut them bigger?? I’m so sorry Im confused. Btw I went thru a lot of videos and your is the perfect one for anybody that is not a pro at all 😂 thanks for the video is so detailed that I know I will do this and is going to be great God bless you
@lolodavid7 yes if your totes are a different size you need to adjust the measurements to fit your totes
@ perfect sir thank you so much!! I’m building it and is looking good thanks to you!! God bless
Great tutorial! I have that curb in my garage at the base as well. How did you account for the gap created by the offset from the wall?
@TherealEddieC the curb was out around 6" if I remember correctly. I anchored it to th3 wall using addition lumber but the totes can slide back the extra 6" because of that
@@meyers.makes. great answer! til now that curb has been a struggle for me ( A Rook at this Woodwork DIY stuff. Thanks so much!
@@TherealEddieC anytime any questions ask
On that final step when you check for being square. What do you do if it's not squared up?
What are the final outside measurements? I need to make sure this will fit, before I go crazy w/wood purchase. lol
This is one of the better and more detailed videos out there, great job! Question: does it rock to the left or right? Are the last 2 extra 2x4x96" used supposed to prevent it from rocking?
It dock rock a little if you add the extra 2x4s on the back it won't budge
@meyers.makes. do you think the bins are strong enough to support a rack but the bins going long ways??? The area i have the bins need to be pulled lengthwise and woukd only be supported on the ends
@@grams742000 Put a heavy load in your bins, then put 2 scrap 2x4s under each short end and see if the bin is strong enough to support the weight.
I have a 9’3”h x 11’4”w space. I think I can make one that fits 6 across and 6 down in that space. How do I know for sure.
This was 88¾" wide so that is approx 22¼" per tote so 6 would be 133"= 11'1" 6 totes tall would be approx 101" = 8'5" so that should work
What are the overall finished dimensions?
i have to ask if the totes are over 28 inches why did you cut the 2x2 to 27 inches
Hello! I only have enough room to do a 4x4 tote storage. Would the change in measurements be only for the 2x4's the measurement would go down from 88.75" to 66.5"? Any idea what the change in material would be?
@user-ox8bq3it3p if you watch the entire video you should be able to figure out all the dimensions/ measurements
From what I see, the total measurements would be 67 1/2" tall, 88 3/4" wide, and 27" deep
How would you do this for a 3 row shelf (15 total totes). What would the shopping list or dimensions be
I have other videos in my page which might show that build
@@meyers.makes.I think I got it, how did you get 88.75 inches on the bottom
Thanks for this! This is going to save our garage. So, dumb question. If we measure and it’s not square, how do you fix? Does it just mean that potentially some of the spaces won’t hold a storage container?
Great job on the video btw, laid out cleanly, you can teach!
Squaring up diagonals. Subtract the short measurement from the long diagonal measurement and divide the leftover in half. eg 125-123.5= 1.5" half of that is 3/4". Add 3/4 onto your short dimension eg 123.5 + .75=124.25. This dimension of 124 1/4 is what you want both diagonals to measure to be square. Put your tape measure on the short diagonal and pull the right side down until the diagonal reads 124 1/4. If the diagonal measurement gets shorter instead of longer then push up. Once you are at 124.25, then recheck your diagonals.
@@ericwitkowski3795 you want the 2 diagonals to be the same, so you will have to adjust it until it is. Should he easy to move by pushing or pulling on the corner
What are the final dimensions once assembled?
Sir you still have the sticker on the bottom of the posts. You need to empty and remove for my OCD please. The staple might move it 1/32". Totally giving you a hard time, great video and very thorough. Great DIY project!
If the weight of the whole unit plus the contents doesn't compress the staple then you have very strong 2x4s, probably southern yellow pine in that case,
Aloha from Hawaii. Thanks for sharing this is very helpful. What would be even more helpful is if I could get the info on your (Ryobi) miter saw and stand please.
Aloha, what are your plans for the tsunami when part of California slides into the Pacific Ocean after the San Andreas fault lets go?
Would putting casters in this be stable?
Framing square would work to mark more 2x2 boards and 2x4 boards at a time
@@bradbonnema5979 yes sir
@meyers.makes. I'm using your measurements to make one. Going to make one for the 17 gal totes too
Great video, very specific thank you Was it difficult to get the shelves upright in the garage?
It depends on whether or nor you are using kiln dried lumber, if it feels too heavy, get the nosy neighbour over to help left it, he probably would be happy to come over and see what you are doing. Put him to work and maybe next time he won't be so nosy. I used to carry 2-2x10x16, that/s the equivalent of 12-2x4x8s. This is 21-2x4x8 but you only need to lift half the weight.
Very cool! What do you think about adding castors to the bottom to make it mobile?
I would put 4x4s on the bottom if you want castors, you could use 2 straight and 2 swivel or 4 swivel. If you don't use 4x4 then the unit may sag in the middle.
Why you cut the 2x2 spacer 27" if the tote length is 28½ ? You're short of 1 ½.
Why did you cut them at 88 3/4 if you needed 88 1/2 ?
How did you anchor it into the back wall? It looks like you added and additional 2X4 about half way up. Because of the thickness of the cement ledge along the floor the additional horizontal 2X4s still wouldnt be thick enough to reach the wall when anchoring. Did you double up the horizontal 2x4s to reach the wall or just screw into the wall studs and leave a gap?
@theChaseGroup I added some 2xs that extended to the wall this was a weird one with the curb. But you definitely want ti anchor wither with lumber or L brackets