How to shorten metal stool legs, evenly and with precision. Stools not the right height? Fix them!
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- Опубликовано: 7 сен 2024
- Bar stool or counter height stool too high? Shorten and adjust them using standard tools. Cut them all the same length for wobble-less stools at the perfect height.
Adjustable stools often only adjust to 2 heights. What if you need them in between? This opens up the choices for available stools instead of settling for ones that aren't right for your space.
Links to items shown in this video:
Spokane Adjustable Height Swivel Bar Stool: www.wayfair.co...
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thx dad
Welcome, son. Thanks for watching!
Liked your video and you were very explanatory. I have maybe 2" circumference metal legs to my electric bed. Legs are 9-inches but I prefer 6-inch height. Legs are expensive & saw a video where guy cut one missed sized leg he was sent. I have the Ryobi battery miter saw and maybe not enough power. So first will try to find a local shop to cut my legs. If I had all the right tools I would at least try your method. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for the feedback, Born DIY (love that name)!
I have not used the Ryobi battery miter saw, but I'm always impressed with Ryobi tools (both my table saws are Ryobi). I think it would work - it just might not be able to do all four on one battery charge. Since the blade has so many fine teeth I don't think it would bog down like it might with really aggressive teeth.
If a local shop has a metal cutting band saw, that might be easier, but otherwise, I think you can DIY it! I'd love to know how you get it done. I'm sure it will feel great to have your bed at the perfect height!
Excellent video
Thank you, Trish! 🙂
I ordered some of the saw blades today. Your explanations were clear without being so long I’d lose interest. I bought a bed frame that didn’t come shorter but it had some features I liked. Now I’d like to shorten it. What you did (exposing) isn’t easy so kudos.
Glad it helped. Cutting metal that thick may be too much for the blade I showed, so start off with light pressure and take your time. If it dulls the blade quickly, you might be better off using a cut off wheel or disc. They are a bit messy so try to work outside and wear a mask or respirator. I'd love to know how it goes!
Just my follow up…..I think I’m going to have to try an alternative strategy. I finally received the saw blades yesterday and I didn’t have a manual for my dw705 compound miter saw so I got one. Of course it says not to cut ferrous metals but I disconnected the safety and put the saw blade in….i cannot figure out a way to safely connect a “jig” to the fence. There aren’t any holes in the fence and clamping doesn’t seem to be holding (could be the quick clamps) but there aren’t really flat surfaces to clamp to or my clamps aren’t deep enough. I’m also not used to the sparks 😅 but the bigger thing is securely and consistently securing the pieces. It might even be easier to create a jig using a metal square and insert the blade in a circular saw. Think I’ll think about it. Really appreciated the video anyway. Like to noodle these things through.
For such thick steel, I'm thinking that renting a dedicated abrasive cut-off saw might be a good choice. They come with a clamping rig built in, and I think you would make quick work of your project.
At my local rental place, they run $33 for 24 hours. If you don't know what I'm referring to, here's a link to a brand new one so you can see what they look like. www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-15-Amp-14-in-Abrasive-Cut-Off-Saw-R41422/301289971
Thanks for the update and please let me know what you end up doing 👍
The RPM will be the same regardless of the diameter of the blade. The difference is the rotational speed at the edges of the blade.
You caught me, Scott!
While at 03:32 I said: "because it's only 7 inches instead of 10, the actual surface of the blade is gonna spin slower…which already eliminates one issue, of it maybe cutting too fast."
That pretty much explains it.
However, then at 03:58 I said: "And then, on top of it, because it is a smaller blade, the actual RPM will be slower with a small blade versus a large blade."
What I meant to say is that the EFFECTIVE RPM would be lower. Unfortunately, I can't change a RUclips video once it's posted.
I guess I could say I did it on purpose to see if people are actually listening 😁 You passed my test 👍
Your RPM would increase if anything, because it is frequency rather than distance.
You caught me in an over-simplification, Rowan 🤭 Technically, the RPM of the saw arbor WILL NOT change with the blade diameter switch. The surface speed (thus the cutting speed) of the blade WILL change.
Since the cutting edge of a larger blade is further from the arbor, the teeth are traveling at a greater speed than a smaller blade at the same RPM.
Think of the blades as wheels on a car. The 7.5 inch blade (wheel) would cover a distance 1.9 feet per revolution while the 10 inch will cover a distance of 2.6 feet. Let's say the arbor is spinning at 1725 RPM. The 7.5 inch would travel 3,272 feet per minute, whereas the 10 inch would travel 4,514 feet - a 38% increase in effective speed.
So, while the actual RPM does not change, the effect on cutting speed is the same as slowing down the RPM.
Rather than saying all that and having people's eyes glaze over, I spoke in terms of RPM to keep the video shorter and easier to follow.
Clearly you were listening and I appreciate it!
My project requires a tool to cut both metal and wood legs. What type of shop would offer this service as I don’t want to DIY this
That's a tough one. I think it would be more likely that a metal shop could cut wood using the same equipment, versus a wood shop cutting metal.
I would try searching for "metal cutting near me" or "metal fabrication near me" to find a place. You could also try www.metalsdepot.com/ to see if they have a location near you. I've used them for all kinds of metal cutting and I've been happy with their service.
Of course, call them first to make sure they will do both!
Hope that helps, and I would be curious to know what you find.
I need another way I don't have this saw and can't take legs off chair
I think you could use an inexpensive hacksaw if you don't have a bunch of legs to cut and you are not in a hurry. It is critical that each leg is cut exactly the same length from the floor, so measure carefully. Propping the legs up so they are parallel to your work surface will make it easier to make your cuts straight. At least two legs should be firmly supported while cutting so nothing is moving around.
I wish you success in your project, and thanks for watching.
This is way too industrial for the average person. I'm just going to try a pipe cutter.
Use what you have and are comfortable with, and I'm sure you'll do fine. Thanks for watching!
I live in NYC and getting tools like this is unfortunately not an option. If I’m looking for someone to do this for us, what type of company would I look for?
Great question, Lauren. Most shops that work or fabricate with metal and/or weld would probably have the tools. Another option might be a car exhaust shop since they cut steel tubing all the time. Thanks for watching!
I’ve been looking for those exact barstools!! Where did u get them???
Thanks for asking. I got them at Wayfair and am really happy with them, especially at their new custom height! There is a link on my site that will take you to these exact ones since they carry so many stools. uncharteddiy.com/shorten-stools-with-metal-legs/
I'd love to know how you like them if you get them.