Best furniture legs according to redditors
We found 292 Reddit comments discussing the best furniture legs. We ranked the 106 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 292 Reddit comments discussing the best furniture legs. We ranked the 106 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
PC: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/Jx4qxG
Desk: Ikea Karlby Countertop https://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/70335212/#/50335208
Charging Station: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B077CZL5FB/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Wallpaper from Wallpaper Engine: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1172827797
Dual Monitor Stand: https://www.amazon.com/VIVO-Monitor-Adjustable-Screens-STAND-V002/dp/B009S750LA/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=vivo+dual+monitor+stand&qid=1563902621&s=gateway&sr=8-3
Furniture Stands (silvers bars between the desk and the drawers): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KQH8HMU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Microphone: https://www.amazon.com/ZINGYOU-Microphone-BM-800-Adjustable-Double-layer/dp/B01MZCS8MY/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=bm-800&qid=1563902460&s=electronics&sr=1-1-spons&psc=1
Plants: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07698CVNW/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Extended Mouse Pad: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00QM9KL5M/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Software for desktop information/date/time: Rainmeter using NXT-OS https://www.rainmeter.net/ https://nxtos.com/
Monitor: Dell AW3418DW
Keyboard: Vortex Race 3
Mouse: Logitech G703
Karlby + Alex drawers combination
Lamp from Amazon
Furniture legs to raise up height of the desk
SKADIS Utility board from IKEA
PC:
NZXT H200, i7-8700k, X52 Kraken, 18GB 3200Mhz Trident Z RGB Ram, Evga 2080Ti, 650W PSU
Pictures of PC here
Logitech z33 2.1 Speakers
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071W8DCM2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I’ve always really been into music. I imagine that’s a given for most people on here. It started when I fixed up the amp and speakers I found in my moms basement when I was home from college one winter. They are both Pioneer, late 80s I’m guessing. Originally I wanted to use the amp and speakers to play music from laptops, phones, etc. at our college house parties which we did and it was awesome. I also took back all of my parents records to school with me and really didn’t listen to them, didn’t think a college party house was the safest place for a set up and didn’t own a player. Fast forward 7 years I’m finishing grad school and moving in with my girlfriend...we do a favor for her sister and brother in law and end up with an Audio Technica player for the free. Found Discogs pretty soon after that, and I’ve been collecting since. Today I added the tuner, also late 80s Pioneer. Big fan of the green light on the face of it. The shelf where the records are is a super cheap cubicle from Target that we didn’t put in the middle shelves. Ordered the legs from Amazon, probably a total of 75$ between the two. Anyways thanks for reading.
EDIT: Wow, didn't really expect this to blow up like it did. You all are really nice, thank you! I'm gonna try to answer some of the comments here:
Every couple months this comes up, and my answer is always the same (copy pastaed from the last couple of times)
picture of the door (also yes, the color is ugly, but I'll repaint it at some point).
You can do what I do.
Door Table! All you do is buy a door, buy some adjustable legs, a screw-in keyboard tray if you feel like it, and screw those motherfuckers together!
Advantages
Parts
Door
Door - $66. Note that this one does not have a finish coat, the one I bought did (it's pretty easy to paint, or find one that has a basic weather coat). Can't see anything in america (my one was made in australia).
edit: same door with white primer
Obviously, you'd have to pay for the entire door even if you do cut it down. That being said, it already has a finish coat, and for the quality of the wood (and the fact it is already in a table shape) it is worth the $66.
legs
Ikea GERTON adjustable leg * 4 - $25 each, for $100. Amazon also has a heap of legs, but your mileage may vary (example)
if you are going to cut it down to half the size (or less) you can use these half-diameter legs and save some space/money:
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/30264301/
accessories
And that's about it! You can add a fifth leg if you want the extra support, but you don't need it. All that is left is a keyboard tray, like this.
Once you're all said in done, for a couple hours of work, you will have an extremely sturdy and customizable desk. It's also hell of a lot cheaper to do then to buy a premade desk.
Ikea sells similar ones, but it looks like the risers in OP's photo are these ones.
Thank you.
Yup, the only thing I didn't get from IKEA (besides accessories and peripherals) was the furniture legs in between the drawers and tabletop:
https://www.amazon.com/BQLZR-Furniture-Cabinet-Adjustable-Stainless/dp/B00WWPVXK2/
The rest is IKEA Linnmon tabletops, 78" and 47", Alex drawers and Alex add-on unit. Olov adjustable legs for the extra height since the cheaper legs were one size.
Rok Hardware 4 Pack Heavy Duty 8000 LB Capacity Adjustable Furniture Leg Leveler https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N4BUE1P/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_gsCACbY99EXWS
Wish I would say they were thrifted, but it was just our future overlord Amazon. Only 40$ which is pretty decent.
I found a cheap used table online and ordered these hairpin legs from Amazon. Heres a update picture. I just sanded it down and put on a new coat earlier today so it's not quite finished. But it's a major upgrade for cheap. You could definitely add some hairpin legs on your current tables for a quick DIY upgrade.
Not OP, but I asked this question on a different sub who turned a hobby lobby decor piece into a coffee table. They sent me a link to what they used.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071X9MFYL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_8B-CCbB9AV7KN
These, and they've worked out alright so far.
Mousepad - https://www.pcgamingrace.com/products/glorious-3xl-extended-gaming-mouse-pad-24x48#
PC Specs - https://pcpartpicker.com/list/Pvp6tJ
The metal spacers - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KQH8HMU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The spacers are screwed into the tops of the alex drawers with some small screws, and the desktop just sits on top and its heavy enough it doesnt move.
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not op but i think you have to buy them separately. like the table top is one item, the two drawers are both individual items, then the 8 (or however many) legs are individual items (they do come in bundles however) then after you purchase you can assemble them in any formation you want
edit: looked up those stands if you’d like to check them out on amazon i think it’s the same ones
AECOJOY 28” hairpin legs
Amazon. Cheap find.
I found them on amazon. These things are seriously heavy duty and a fraction of the price of other levelers. They have a hex head on the top of the screw. Couldn't be happier.
http://www.amazon.com/Heavy-Duty-Leveler-Wide-Foot/dp/B0037MK8XC/ref=pd_sim_hi_6?ie=UTF8&refRID=1F75J66434J8P08ZBMZJ
$21.99 for all four.
SMARTSTANDARD 16" Heavy Duty Hairpin Coffee Table Legs (Set of 4), 3/8" Thick, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071X9MFYL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_8B-CCbB9AV7KN
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KQH8HMU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
74" walnut Karlby top from IKEA and these legs from Amazon.
Here's a guide
All in all about $240.
of course! here are the legs. 10cm = 3.937inches
BQLZR Stainless Steel Kitchen... https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00KQH8HMU?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Yes. I got these
These are made very well and I wasn’t trying to get fancy when I made my desk and needed something ASAP and this worked.
Personally, I'd just grab a set of leveling legs.
What I ultimately wound up doing was going the Ikea route. I bought 2 of the Alex drawer units, and a 98" kitchen counter top as well as 4 legs. You can get a smaller counter top to match your available space. I am very happy with the set up and the whole thing was around $300 which is far less than you would spend on a purpose made desk. Links to the parts are below.
Alex Drawer Unit
Ekbacken Counter Top
Olov Legs
Small legs for spacing off the top of the drawer units.
Anyone have a link for that desk?Edit: Think I figured it out and will edit this comment for more visibility.
Appears to be the Karlby countertop combined with two Alex drawer sets and then with some risers (probably these but maybe these as pointed out by /u/unsupportive-tech) all combined to make the desk, which is not a product all in itself (at least it wouldn't seem that way.
I have almost this same desk (check my post history). The capita legs at Ikea are 4inches tall which almost made my desk TOO high. Love it over all though. There are better ones which I wish I would have went with BLQZR legs on Amazon which I believe are 2-2.5inches which would have been better, although I don't know the build quality on those. The Ikea Capita legs are sturdy as hell.
EDIT: these are the legs I was talking about on amazon, they were the ones the YouTuber RandomFrankP used as well https://www.amazon.com/BQLZR-Stainless-Kitchen-Adjustable-Furniture/dp/B00KQH8HMU
I think Ikea has some, but maybe something like this https://www.amazon.com/VOVOV-Furniture-Cabinet-Adjustable-Stainless/dp/B01NCKZRTL/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=4+furniture+legs+steel&qid=1570707326&sr=8-5 ?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NCKZRTL?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Thanks man!! Actually the unit is a Besta Ikea hack:
http://www.ikeahackers.net/2014/09/mid-century-modern-record-console.html
Just buy the Besta TV Stand from Ikea, buy it with no legs. What I did was buy industrial hairpin legs and attach them to the unit:
16" Heavy Duty Hairpin Legs (Satin Black) ▫ Mid Century Modern ▫ Set of 4 Table Legs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B013VNLC4K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_wfFPzb5RZT925
Any other questions you have about the DIY let me know!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B071W8DCM2?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_image
The legs are your typical hairpin legs. I bought them on Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B013VNLC4K/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I am lucky enough to know someone with a thickness sander, so that leveled it out quick. As for the finish, it was a coat of boiled linseed oil followed by 4 coats of Arm N Seal satin poly + oil with a very light 400 grit sanding in between each coat.
No problemo, here you go.
They are adjustable but they work nicely for me at the lowest height.
For any of your metal tools, coat them in a layer of oil to protect them from the moisture. Just spray some wd-40 into a shop rag and wipe them down with it if you don't have anything fancier. Old tools with some rust can mostly be recovered with persistence, but you want to keep them from getting worse. New tools you'll want to oil as well, and keep in a toolbox or similar.
I just bought these levelers with the plan of using them with my workbench to both get a level surface and to keep the posts off the ground. Getting the wood off the floor will definitely help slow any rot. You could also try weatherproofing/sealing the lower part of the legs on your bench, but it may be too late for the existing legs.
If you're going to be storing boards and other wood stock in the garage, I'd definitely suggest at least a canopy cover for your stack, given how leaky the garage sounds.
Is the door with the gaps the overhead garage door, or a regular swing door to the outside? If it's a swing door, you could replace both the door and frame somewhat easily and all your gaps would go away. Harder than replacing a broken piece of glass in a window, but easier than replacing an entire window frame.
they have a baseplate with screwholes. like this
The desktop is an Ikea Karlby kitchen countertop. It's sitting on top of 2 Ikea Alex drawers and I used some furniture legs you can get on amazon for cheap as the lifts.
https://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/70335212/
https://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/10192824/
https://www.amazon.com/VOVOV-Furniture-Cabinet-Adjustable-Stainless/dp/B01NCKZRTL/ref=pd_sbs_60_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01NCKZRTL&pd_rd_r=J5N6CJZBVHEDD9ZZKN99&pd_rd_w=QJghL&pd_rd_wg=aFD2C&psc=1&refRID=J5N6CJZBVHEDD9ZZKN99
HEVERP (4-Pack) Furniture Cabinet Metal Legs Kitchen Adjustable Stainless Steel Feet Round (10CM) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071Z1BCPT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_qVolDbTMFEE7D
VOVOV Furniture Cabinet Metal... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NCKZRTL?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
They're furniture legs/risers. Here's where I got mine.
That height is correct. The KARLBY is 1 1/2" thick. So the top of the desk is 29". My old desk was 31 1/2" high so I was skeptical about loosing the few inches as well. But I can honestly say I much prefer the height of the IKEA build now that I'm used to it.
Also you can always use something to make it higher if you don't like it. I've seen a few IKEA builds use these to make increase the height. Here is a Reddit post where the person has these legs
You all are correct, I went to ikea store and got the countertop karlby wood. Very durable and meant for rough encounters. Mixed with Grey or black Alex drawers and I love it. Very popular on reddit, I don't bolt them down but you can with these if you want. Also upgraded from a glass desk and I love this setup!
VOVOV Furniture Cabinet Metal... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NCKZRTL?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I’m also 5’10” and I fit in just fine. I went from having the IKEA Linmon desk and it was almost the exact height as this one so I’m already used to it. If height is a problem for you I would recommend ordering some adjustable metal legs like for furniture. A lot of people are using these to put between the desk and cabinets to raise it up a little bit, and plus they make it look a bit nice imo. VOVOV Furniture Cabinet Metal Legs Adjustable Stainless Steel Kitchen Feet Round Black and Silver 50 x 50mm Pack of 4 + 16x Screw https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NCKZRTL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_HVysDbDZYE9PG
Set of 2 Ikea Capita Stainless Steel Legs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DGRYI48/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_RAYsDb0XQNP33
This is what you want, but a gate leg table would work just fine. If you're concerned about stability you can always put two legs on the table.
Probably BQLZR Furniture Cabinet Metal Legs Adjustable Stainless Steel Kitchen Feet Round Black and Silver 50 x 50mm Pack of 4 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00WWPVXK2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_X2IxDb6208S6Z
SMARTSTANDARD 28" Heavy Duty... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072R2PNX3?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Essentially it's just a nice piece of wood attached to some of these and finished. As for the shelves it's just some trim boards from home Depot I had laying around.
They are the Ikea Capita 4" legs. I'd get the 2in ones from amazon though. 4" is way too high if you're using the ALEX drawer units.
https://www.amazon.com/PIXNOR-Furniture-Cabinet-Adjustable-Stainless/dp/B01G8KN430/ref=pd_sim_60_9?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01G8KN430&pd_rd_r=RMZ1FE0NK87NK1PAAN92&pd_rd_w=GKurR&pd_rd_wg=ov7Za&psc=1&refRID=RMZ1FE0NK87NK1PAAN92
I’ll find the link. They were the Amazon Choice for 28” hairpin legs.
https://www.amazon.com/AECOJOY-Black-Hairpin-Diameter-Heavy/dp/B074QKWTBD?crid=2K46U0WT1B4R5&keywords=hairpin+legs+28+inch&qid=1538175306&sprefix=hairpin+legs+&sr=8-3&ref=mp_s_a_1_3
They make rubberized feet that'll fit on a 4x4 table leg. I think my father grabbed these at a local wood working store, but I bet Home Depot or Lowes would offer something.
Pic of my table showing what I'm talking about.
https://www.flickr.com/gp/64462769@N06/jCrn97
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Or you could grab a heavy duty leveler... but it may not look as nice since it'll be visible.
https://www.amazon.com/Rok-Hardware-Capacity-Adjustable-Furniture/dp/B01N4BUE1P/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_60_bs_img_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=BKJ2ZYVMXNJSNRCRKW4J
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I use the Capita legs on mine. This looks more like what OP has though.
I can't quite visualize what you are looking for, but I know that some people build a shelf/stand using these.
Set of 2 Ikea Capita Stainless Steel Legs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DGRYI48/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_SDZvCb2WM6H08
Thanks! I'm very happy with how they are working out great how ever I would recommend not getting the 4" ones if you a shorter person. I'm 6'4" and it is border line to tall for me lol unless you don't mind you legs hanging.
BQLZR Stainless Steel Kitchen Adjustable Feet Round 2" Dia Furniture Leg Pack of 4 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KQH8HMU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_QtXozbXJ4V6DC
I used these. They worked well. PIXNOR Furniture Cabinet Metal Legs Adjustable Stainless Steel Kitchen Feet Round Pack of 4 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01G8KN430/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_uFY2CbSBHVVT9
The desk is IKEA and one part from Amazon:
Karlby Countertop:
https://www.ikea.com/ca/en/p/karlby-countertop-oak-90335211/
Alex Drawers x2:
https://www.ikea.com/ca/en/p/alex-drawer-unit-white-10192824/
Desk Risers:
BQLZR Stainless Steel Kitchen Adjustable Feet Round 2" Dia Furniture Leg Pack of 4 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KQH8HMU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_1su7CbPE8JM5P
If you look up the “Karlby IKEA Desk” online or YouTube or any media outlet I’m sure you’ll find a plethora of information. It’s a very popular desk setup.
Not to mention it fit perfectly in my bedroom nook.
DIY, baby:
these instructions, ish
pre-glued/planed wood panel from big box hardware store (cant' find the link now, but the table is ~18"x48"x3/4") Tried to assemble boards but without a proper way to plane them afterwards it'll never be straight. Plus, I can't lie, I am a joke of a woodworker.
small wood strips for cleats (per those instructions, tweaked for my dimensions)
these hairpin legs
Only difference between me and the instructions is that I used spray polyurethane due to time/space constraints. If I was doing it again, I'd do a proper urethane job.
A lot of people use risers like these
> (IKEA adils legs)
Do you like these legs? I've been looking to get some for a new desk I am going to build. They are just so cheap in price, I wonder how strong they really are but I do not have an Ikea nearby. Right now, I am looking at a set of hairpin legs on amazon (link) but would love to save a little bit of money. Killer setup dude!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NCKZRTL/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_8CIRDbPKTQ0E7
Thanks. Got these on Amazon.
Attach some legs onto the media cabinet to give it more of a presence in the room.
For example
Are they like these?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00WWPVXK2/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_qgHWDbXB3MH6F
I got you my friend
try amazon for the capitas
How much are you willing to mod it?
[Leveling feet] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0037MK8XC/ref=asc_df_B0037MK8XC5110807/?tag=hyprod-20&creative=395033&creativeASIN=B0037MK8XC&linkCode=df0&hvadid=198095900368&hvpos=1o3&hvnetw=g&hvrand=16877040462279695856&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9027240&hvtargid=pla-319952916403) and a 2 x 4 should do just fine
They are actually pretty sturdy. I have 8 legs, 4 per side desk with the top mounting to both, and they all came with rubber feet. The feet make a big difference as far as sliding, but the legs themselves are solid.
I went with the 3 rod design over the 2 rod because I feel like it'd also help. Here is a link to what I bought.
These I just took the black caps off.
https://www.amazon.com/BQLZR-Stainless-Kitchen-Adjustable-Furniture/dp/B00KQH8HMU
Probably something like these
Sure thing!
Countertop
Drawer
Legs
They're these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01NCKZRTL
And I wrapped the metal parts in this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078W57WGY
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KQH8HMU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I mounted these to my desk, then just gorilla double sided tape (the industrial stuff) my play 5's to them.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DGRYI48/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
They're... not going anywhere ;P
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B071W8DCM2?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
Found them. Wasn't as hard as I thought it would be.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B077GY96S8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
On Amazon. these were the cheapest 1/2 in thick hairpin legs I could find. I was really excited for the legs because my old desk didn't allow my computer chair arms to go fully under but these 28 inch bad boys alloy for the chair to be perfectly stowed away when not in use.
I used these. They work great!
Hello, not OP, but they are something like these I believe.
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KQH8HMU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
This
These ones are the ones I got https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KQH8HMU/ref=olp_product_details?_encoding=UTF8&me=
Yes Exactly. I screwed them to the top of the Alex drawers, they even came with the screws.
If you like DIY that coffee table is an easy and inexpensive one. It's just a sanded piece of wood, stain to color preference and seal, and hairpin legs.
https://www.amazon.com/BQLZR-Stainless-Kitchen-Adjustable-Furniture/dp/B00KQH8HMU/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=BQLZR&qid=1566188661&s=gateway&sr=8-1
https://www.amazon.com/VOVOV-Furniture-Cabinet-Adjustable-Stainless/dp/B01NCKZRTL/ref=sr_1_8?crid=14R384LY8XMQS&keywords=cabinet+feet+adjustable&qid=1565299864&s=gateway&sprefix=cabinet+feet%2Caps%2C172&sr=8-8
These are the ones I have
I feel ya. For what it's worth, the door was just a plain flat thick piece of wood, no holes for a door knob or anything like that. It's quite robust, went with these legs for it.
Just a thought for ya.
/u/Romeo-X you rock!! I know the price is absurd. But you got me looking in the right spots. For anyone else in need they seem to be sold on amazon.com and ship to Canada: https://www.amazon.com/Ikea-Capita-Stainless-Steel-Legs/dp/B00DGRYI48
Thanks a million random redditor!
I built my desk myself and it looks almost identical to OP's! I got my legs from Amazon.
i used these legs but you can find some cheaper.
https://www.amazon.com/Hairpin-Three-Rod-Industrial-Strength-Century/dp/B013VNLC22/ref=sr_1_4?s=hardware&ie=UTF8&qid=1473212715&sr=1-4&keywords=hairpin+legs
my sub built one from the toilet sit. He drilled these legs into them. Trust me I am very happy that he did that. It was as if I was rimmed for the first time.
Quite sturdy for me to sit on and good enouth space for him to go under with a pillow.
They are available on amazon, but expensive...
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DGRYI48/ref=asc_df_B00DGRYI485359706/?tag=hyprod-20&creative=395033&creativeASIN=B00DGRYI48&linkCode=df0&hvadid=193166724913&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=13439013181184893743&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9014984&hvtargid=pla-307085826667
Amazon I also got the 16” ones for a plant stand I’m building. I think it’s a slick look
It looks like the counter is supported by a piece of angle iron bolted to the wall. And that whatever they put the bolts into isn't providing sufficient structure to carry the weight of the counter top.
Get a piece of stain grade wood that's almost the right length, and attach something like this to the bottom to get it level and carry it: http://www.amazon.com/Heavy-Duty-Leveler-Wide-Foot/dp/B0037MK8XC/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1416936895&sr=8-8&keywords=leveling+leg
You'll then of course need a way to secure that leg to keep it stable.
Thinking about assembling a desk as my first DIY project, inspired by a lot of the posts over at /r/battlestations/. I'd be very grateful if someone with experience can double check my plan for obvious faults or suggest a better way of doing things.
I was considering buying a butcher's block countertop, since I really like the way they look. I was looking at this one from Home Depot as the length is pretty much exactly what I want.
I know this needs finished, a friend of mine recommended Danish Oil and this guide. Is Danish Oil sufficient? Whatever I use as finish I don't want it to be overly shiny. I'll use coasters for drinks and might occasionally eat food at the desk.
After I sand/finish the wood, all I would need to do is attach some legs, I was looking at these 28 inch hairpin legs from Amazon. I'm not super attached to these and would welcome alternatives. I just know that I don't want drawers.
Things that I may want to add but haven't decided on: mounting my monitors to the desk itself with an arm, and something to attach to the underside of the desk to assist with cable management.
Is there anything obvious that I'm missing here? I own a drill, other than the wood and legs I'd need to buy some sand paper and danish oil for the finishing. Would this length of wood need support in the middle? I have two 27" monitors that will sit in the middle of the desk, and keyboard/mouse at a minimum. My PC and PS4 might also go on top to the sides.
Thanks in advance for any guidance.
Thanks and sorry for the late reply. The wallpaper is from Ori and the Will of the Wisps, an upcoming game (first game called Ori and the blind forest is also worth looking at, has some great visuals too). The two stands at the side are custom made simply by using some small furniture legs similar to these which made it easy to adjust the height of the monitors.
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Ikea Capita Legs are popular: https://m.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/art/60263574/
Others on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NCKZRTL/ref=cm_sw_r_oth_api_G7KVBbXT06DCJ
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KQH8HMU/ref=cm_sw_r_oth_api_Z8KVBbDM4Y4N2
Leveling feet designed for an aquarium will have no problem holding that kind of weight, but they are difficult to install if your stand doesn't already have them. Wooden shims are cheaper and easier, lay down your plywood base first, then level the tank on top of the plywood.
Do not use these style that mount on the side of the legs/stand as they will rip out of plywood or MDF easily.
Here ya go buddie.
HEVERP (4-Pack) Furniture Cabinet... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071Z1BCPT?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
BQLZR Stainless Steel Kitchen... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KQH8HMU?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
I’ve been considering building a workbench with https://www.amazon.com/Rok-Hardware-Capacity-Adjustable-Furniture/dp/B01N4BUE1P and https://www.amazon.com/SPACECARE-Swivel-Caster-Polyurethane-Bearing/dp/B07K2S25D3
Good point. That sparked my curiousity, so I went on Amazon and found these: https://www.amazon.com/Heavy-Duty-Leveler-Wide-Foot/dp/B0037MK8XC#productDetails
Probably using this friendo i use the longer ones for my desk. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00WWPVXK2/ref=twister_B01MU4ZRXR?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Oh those are just kitchen legs from amazon
https://www.amazon.ca/BQLZR-Stainless-Kitchen-Adjustable-Furniture/dp/B00KQH8HMU/ref=asc_df_B00KQH8HMU/?tag=googleshopc0c-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=292948034357&hvpos=1o2&hvnetw=g&hvrand=12992890320284480019&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9000671&hvtargid=pla-349478070909&psc=1
Try these, PIXNOR Furniture Cabinet Metal Legs Adjustable Stainless Steel Kitchen Feet Round Pack of 4 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01G8KN430/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_jMtyzbA1F31C4
https://www.amazon.com/BQLZR-Stainless-Kitchen-Adjustable-Furniture/dp/B00KQH8HMU
Some of the stuff was on sale when I got it so price is a little off.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Hardwood-Reflections-6-ft-2-in-L-x-2-ft-1-in-D-x-1-5-in-T-Butcher-Block-Countertop-in-Unfinished-Birch-BBCT152574C/301812823
For the legs I also got them trimmed to 28inches and had them rethreaded on the trimmed side, they can do that for you had Home Depot/Lowe’s . Make sure there all perfect and not different lengths from each other, had that happen.
https://www.amazon.com/Rustic-Inch-Industrial-Decor-Table/dp/B07FLKHBB8/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=industrial+pipe+legs&qid=1569683709&sr=8-4
Get a bigger can of you want a big table(at least 4 coats)
https://www.lowes.com/pd/Minwax-Polycrylic-8-fl-oz-Gloss-Water-based-Polyurethane/999914411?cm_mmc=shp-_-c-_-prd-_-pnt-_-google-_-lia-_-219-_-interiorstains-_-999914411-_-0&store_code=2545&gclsrc=aw.ds&&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI65yMi-jz5AIVPv_jBx2gnAGMEAQYBSABEgK0UPD_BwE
And then the stain is whatever you want, I did dark walnut
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Varathane-1-gal-Dark-Walnut-Classic-Wood-Interior-Stain-340614/305502034?cm_mmc=Shopping%7CG%7CVF%7CD24%7CMulti%7CVARATHANE%7CPLA%7CPaint%7CVarathane_INT_Liquids_Smart|71700000043732766|58700004596122067|92700038640637724&gclsrc=aw.ds&&gclid=EAIaIQobChMInvGdy-jz5AIVCr7ACh23JQY7EAQYASABEgIIWfD_BwE
These for the turntable. https://www.amazon.com/Nobsound-Aluminum-Speakers-Isolation-Amplifiers/dp/B07K9ZYP84
These for the Kallax. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01NCKZRTL?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
My toddler loves to run around the house and this combination helped me dramatically with my skipping issues.
That sounds pretty cool!! Here is a link for hair pin legs.
Signstek 28" Hairpin Table Legs with Heavy Duty Metal and Industrial Design for Coffee Tables, Modern Desks and Night Stands,Set of 4 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LVTW8JB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_0R1XDbH8E4W23
I only do wood working for personal use for our home. I’m still learning but I’ve come a long way. I need a better table to work at to do more detailed projects.
You could try a version with a side mount bracket...but not as clean looking.
Good luck and thank you :)
Just buy some new table legs and remove the entire old setup. I got 28" hairpin legs similar to these (https://www.amazon.com/TE-DEUM-Hairpin-Diameter-Workstation/dp/B077GY96S8/) when I was building a desk earlier this year, and they work great. Very strong and stable, and they just screw into the wood bottom of the desk/table.
Ikea also has lots of table legs at reasonable prices (https://www.ikea.com/us/en/cat/legs-trestles-11845/)
BQLZR Stainless Steel Kitchen... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KQH8HMU?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share here you go (:
>...aside from the bose tulip stands...
Here are some frugal tulip stands.
Your speakers weigh roughly 104 pounds each. Searching for "plant stands," "coffee table base," or "table base" provides interesting results. Attaching table legs to a wood plank is a no brainer.
Even this looks cool.
There are plenty of heavy-duty leveling feet. E.g. these ones claim to support 2000 lbs per foot.
If you're worried about catching you could bevel the leading edge slightly.
I bought them on amazon. Here is a link: https://www.amazon.com/Signstek-Three-Rod-Hairpin-Vintage-Coffee/dp/B01LVTW8JB
Note: When I bought them, they had one of those 'click for $5 off' coupons. That appears to be gone now.
Non-mobile: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0035Y5XUK/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?qid=1426555747&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70&keywords=leveling+foot
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Yea no worries, here you go
BQLZR Stainless Steel Kitchen Adjustable Feet Round 2" Dia Furniture Leg Pack of 4 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KQH8HMU?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
Got them from Amazon. If you search for “hairpin legs,” you’ll find many other styles online.
https://www.amazon.com/BQLZR-Stainless-Kitchen-Adjustable-Furniture/dp/B00WWPVXK2/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&dpID=41QXD-3cxDL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL320_SR320%2C320_&psc=1&refRID=8HB11SPCRMTK69RXA5RR&linkCode=sl1&tag=randomfrankp-20&linkId=7033e16448fe196dc583bea3139b5309&th=1
I've seen some people use these and they're about half the height of my risers. I honestly might switch to them when I move in a few months. Seems like they'd be perfect.
Whoops! Can't believe I completely looked over that haha. I'll update the post.
I ordered 5 legs in total, 4 as a set and an additional thicker one for support in the middle of the back of the desk.
The set of 4 legs was "Black Adjustable Table Leg Set - Set of 4": https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001DSZVTI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
And the 5th leg was "28" Tall Office Height Table Leg - Matte Black": https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000WIXH8M/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
So could i use something like this for the legs to help level?
4 pack of 2000 Lb. Capacity Heavy Duty Leg Levelers
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01NCKZRTL/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Here. but it's on amazon.ca
yeah bro its the ikea linnmon desk with two alex drawers https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/linnmon-alex-table-white-s59932698/
and i also added these stands to the drawers to raise the tabletop up a little https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KQH8HMU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KQH8HMU/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I found them!
They look perfect. Thanks. Now I just gotta rip everything off my desk and put them on. Hmph.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KQH8HMU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Hey OP, i came across this which may help you
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBeTm723xFs
He links to the legs he used in the description, they are here - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KQH8HMU/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=i0698-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B00KQH8HMU&linkId=474da406e3943f49980ac15715cf8c5f
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001DSZVTI
Eight screws per leg and it's rock solid.
I followed a home depot blog for the instructions. Got the wood top locally.
I like the pipe fitting look but between having it cut at home depot and spray painting them evenly black, the legs were 90% of the work.
I told another redditor if I did it again I would go with these legs.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B013VNLC22/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1499307123&sr=8-2-spons&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=hairpin+legs&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00KQH8HMU?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
Another example, but not at this price, haha... and doesn't need to be angled.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DGRYI48
Thank you! This definitely feels like the way to go. I'm considering these to strengthen the back, and I'll pull the Alex drawers forward so they're flush with the front.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001DSZVTI/
How about some leveling legs?
These have brackets that would make them easy to attach to your bookshelf.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0035Y5XUK/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?qid=1426555747&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70&keywords=leveling+foot
Ah that makes sense. I'm planning to use some 4 in legs to give my desk some extra height. https://amzn.com/B00KQH8HMU If I don't bolt the braces into the Aleks drawers, do you think sagging will be a problem? Thanks!!
Metal hairpin legs. Matte black. Multiple sizes depending on what you'll use it for.
Example: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B013VNLC4K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_k46Azb8XAJ1Z9