Building a French Cleat System for Power Tools | How To
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- This week I build indiviudal holders for each one of my power tools so that I can store them on a French cleat system.
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April I'm pretty sure you are the only professional level woodworker i have seen on TH-cam to use the degree of fold away space saving utilization despite the huge space your given. Which is good for a lot of us that are limited to a single car garage or less. Thank you for the valuable ideas. And also for introducing me to some awesome products from Triton tools
Hi April.
One thing I thought I saw that may be a issue, was on the chargers holder, You may want to drill air holes on the hold down arm, so the charger vent holes can vent the heat if the vents are covered over, located 4 min into the video..
Also at this point I would pay no attention to the negative thumbs down a few people leave. There is nothing negative about anything you do. You are the Cats meow as far as I am concerned, the projects are great, absolutely great, neat Ideals, and inspiring.
Mike
April, I am HOOKED on your videos! I'm just getting into woodworking and love how open and honest you are about things. I love it when you say "that didn't work out, so I broke it down and did it this way", which shows how human you are. Your imagination on designs is unreal. You have given me so many ideas on how to organize my small (1 car bay) workshop and I really want to thank you for that...Keep up the great work!!
April, just want to say that you are amazing... You have the best explanations as to how you get your projects done. The best teacher. I have enjoyed all of your videos... Please continue to teach all of us your subscribers... a 1000 thank yous...
Dang, they sent you one of everything! That's way better than a micro-jig. Lol! Congrats on the sponsorship!
I like the iron amongst all the tools. I also have one in the workshop for laminate edging.
Haha yeah, I use it for edge banding.
love this system. All my tools are in 2 mobile tool boxes, but my husband's tools which consists of wood working lathes and such for furniture making and small or power tools where ever and every where. Like you he doesn't use my tools as limited as they are. Seeing this set up I've warned him I'm going to organize his tools and shop - can't stand clutter, nor buying another or the same tool. Love your videos
Thank you for being such a good teacher. I've been a mechanic for a long time, have thousands of dollars in boxes and I was doing wrong the whole time. I love the French cleat system. Thank you. Keep up the good work.
Ignore the haters and petty criticisms, your vids are informative, concise and helpful. Good job.
amazing shop! I would have never thought of some of those ways to store the tools. thanks!
I don't have a lot of corded or battery-op tools, but your wrench, drill and screwdriver cleats at 5:30 look like a great idea. I hate drawers and pegboard is the bane of my existence. Great vid.
Every time I watch your video I am amazed on how you create things with wood. I want you as my teacher....
April. I am a woodworking neophyte and appreciate your clarity, brevity, practicality, proficiency, and very entertaining videos.
Love the concept, i think i may eventually give this system a go in my garage/shop once I get it setup after our move in :) . Thanks for sharing!
Such a joy to watch your shows, April!
1. I learn something very useful every time.
2. Straight to the point, no lengthy intro or unnecessary speech.
3. Fast work, good organization.
4. I love the fact you are a woman and skilled in DIY work, at the pro level.
5. I find you very charming in the way you move, laugh, and have those quirky gestures, makes me laugh every time.
Keep up the good work, and make us women proud!
I have not watched every How To video on organizing a workshop, but of the many I have watched, you win!
I am a very particular organizer and what you did really sings to me. Plus my workshop needs a massive dose of organization and your video I think just kickstarted me in that direction. It is late and I am tired. Time to hit the sack so I can start fresh on this in the morning. Goodnight and thanks for the inspiration :-)
Wow, it looks like a retail store haha, great job April!
This is a great system for organizing and storing all of your tools.
Thanks Tommy
I am *so* loving this. I got a little bit more done today in my shop. It's amazing - 25+ years of clutter is slowly going away.
You totally changed my life in 7 minutes!!!!! I have a HUGE garage. Now I have a huge garage project.
Wow they didn't mess around when it came to tool sponsorship!
Dustin Penner you're not kidding
Dustin Penner one can never have enough power tools!
buttwheat75 or bigger or better
Dustin Penner I don't even know what most of those are.
Dustin Penner I've honestly never even heard of Triton until watching this video...
April, great job!
: ) Hi Ron, I didn't know you watched my channel. I was just checking out your workbench. I'm planning my assembly/outfeed table right now and I really like your design.
April,
I was not aware that Triton made so many power tools... I had the 3 HP Router about 5 years ago mounted to my router table and I loved it. Had to sell my whole shop when I moved but I wish I would of stored certain things, like the Triton. Good video and nice organization.
April, love the way you go about your channel!
So much so, I spent half a day a few weeks ago doing my own French cleat tool wall.
Love your videos and can't wait to see you in your new shop!
That's a great idea. Much better than taking up all that space with plastic cases...
Thanks Peter
Peter Brown Agreed! Those plastic cases are a PITA and make things harder to get at. One day I'll get around to some more shop organization projects and get a french cleat system myself.. :)
Peter Brown The ONLY reason I like the plastic cases with my DeWalt tools is that it keeps everything from collecting dust when I'm not using them.
I wonder what she did with all the plastic cases. Are they stored somewhere else? empty?
I am not a big fan of those plastic cases. yes, they can offer some protection from a dusty environment but beyond that they can be a big hassle to deal with. I usually recycle them.
Man what a haul! Congrats..... Those tool holders are great
Very refreshing too see! Taking an old idea and and bringing it back to life in a new way.You are doing what all good carpenters do....problem solving. Well done!
The fact that you are able to easily modify/ add to it makes the french cleat concept an ideal solution. Many other designs are either inefficient ergonomically or insufficient structurally.
French shipbuilders in the 1800's originally utilized the wedge as a way to hold things on a ship's inside walls when navigating rough seas, so the design is fail proof when implemented correctly on dry land.
If only my house wasn't made of stone.....,,🤔😁
Cheers!!✌️👍
gosh April, you are making me feel like I need to clean my shop now, lol
I love any storage system that keep the tools in plain view and easy to grab. Great Idea!
Last I saw your shop was looking very tidy!
April Wilkerson didn't stay that way for long, someone got sawdust all over it, lol
It was “like carrying a mini-alligator”!
Sincerely,
A fellow Texan
Keep up the good work, April.
Hello, April! You are well done! Everything is so practical and convenient. It's nice when a person does something with their own hands. I wish you success!
Awesome storage system. I have been racking my brain to design one beyond placing my power tools on a shelf and this is perfect. Thank you April.
This is my first hour in the channel, I saw The most amazing, talented, handy lady I've ever seen in my life, just unbelievable
We ladies are full of surprises. 😉 I just bought my new house because it has a double garage and I’m super excited to turn it into my new shop. I can’t wait to get busy kitting it out like this.
Diamonds and pearls or power tools? Silly question. ☺️
Thanks April.
He's just being a horn dog, it's not like being able to make some simple shelves instantly makes any woman wife material. However if we already knew she was, being able to do this stuff is great.
That turned out great! I may have to try something similar. Since you did this a little while ago, is there anything you have changed, or would have done differently?
What a joy to watch. If only the Tool Fairy would do all this in my shop... many thanks April for your video, very inspiring!
I loved this video!!! It gave me so many ideas for organizing all my tools in my tiny work shop. Keep it up!!
Hi April. That tool wall looks awesome! I, like some others, haven't heard of the Triton brand before. They look pretty neat. However, like one other person (that I saw) noted, you covered up the air vents on the small chargers. The other person suggested drilling holes in the part that blocks the vents, but maybe raising that part up just a tad, 1/4" or so would also help.
Great way to store all your tools and congrats on the sponsorship from triton, One thing to think about, the small battery charger storage, looks like you covered most of the vent slots.
Was going to say the same.
Natas70 April, you thought about this?
SE45CX I have, I figured the big ones would be ok. The smaller ones might be an issue. I'll charge one and see if the charger gets hot. Or maybe I'll just reposition the top brace and cut a slit in the center of it. I'll try out a few things and get back to everyone.
April Wilkerson please send me a skill😍
What you did is rather ingenious. I do understand having more than one router, drill, or whatever. I never heard of this brand of power tool. Good Job....
April, after reading some of the comments, I feel that you cannot have enough routers with different bits, or 4 or 5 drills with different bits and driver bits. You go girl! Congrats to you. You are creating the kind of shop that I personally would love! And you're cute too!!!! I'll keep watching. Thanks R.
I was going to ask how many power drivers/drills and routers one person needs, but the whole sponsor thing answered that. So many power drivers and routers! lol
I am not sponsored, and I can never have enough drills/routers. Changing tooling is time consuming, and often ruins setups (at least for routers). Having a drill setup for your screws, one for a pre-drill/countersink is VERY nice, and if you use different sizes you can use multiple sets. Having a router with a flush trim bit, one configured for pattern following, one with a chamfer, and one with a round over is great for me as well.
TLDR; Multiple tools doing a dedicated action just adds to your shop efficiency when done properly.
I knew Triton had a lot of tools, but man, that's a LOT. I'm a bit envious. Great job on the organization. I do wonder about putting the chargers too close together and blocking the vents. I built my organizer with enough space to give them air to breathe. Maybe that's just me being paranoid.
You are the second to make a comment about that, I figured the large ones would be ok but now I'm curious. These batteries last so long I haven't had to actually charge one yet, but when I do I'll feel the charger to see if it gets hot then go from there.
Great idea for power tools. The design is now on my to-do list. I don't have near as many hand tools but the system will put them all visually in one place. Perfect time saver!
This is an AMAZING and simple video that has me inspired to try something very similar in my limited space! Thank you for the clarity and the common sense approach to design and implementation!
I have never used Triton tools. How do they stack up against your typical contractor grade tools?
not well. they are do not use brushless motors. for the price they are not worth your money.
Go for DeWalt
Thats Awesome wall of tools
Mike Fulton I
just one word, "Respekt" ! today, i´ve discovered your channel and i have almost everything looked at your videos. most of all i have admired your Joy at work. for me it started exacly the sam way, first - ok just one maschine or tool, now i have a lot of them - and of course - i need it all - and sorry i love them. thank´s for your chanell; greetings from Germany
Just started my first French Cleat system in my shop and am very impressed, thus far. As always, your ideas are winners and aai intend to make good use of them (again)(the rolling sheet stock and lumber cart is amazing).
If only Triton made an iron... You might have to paint it Trition colors.
pdxDavid +1 THIS!! XD
222varminter k
April...
I forgot to mention this in my first post...
The smaller battery chargers have vents that are being mostly blocked by your brace...
Any concern about that?
i think you should hollow out spaces to let the units breathe.or even drill a large hole over each vent.
Anon
Anon Ymousmie I noticed the same thing. Her other option would be, flip the battery carriage around, with the cords next to the wall and add mounting screws in the bottom of the carriage and opening up the sides with the air vents. It's just a thought, nothing more. Most battery chargers have the "wall" mounting holes on the underneath side of them.
well done. I agree that chargers need their vents kept clear, especially when the are so many chargers next to each other. Battery technology hasn't reached the safe era yet. Impressed though with APRIL'S WORK.
Anon Ymousmie I agree as well. The venting needs to be clear. I found that I was able to use a tap on the underside to create threads. I then drilled holes and used some small bolts to secure them. This left the entire vent open. I did like the tutorial and built my own system. :)
Was thinking about the same thing, better not to cover the vent
4:00 Totally agree that the chargers need their vents unblocked during use.
This is fantastic.
My dad passed away a few years ago and had accumulated years and years of tools. We are pretty sure he has one of everything (mechanic and carpentry).
My mom, my sister and I have been at a loss as to how to organize all his tools. I stumbled on the video and you pretty much answered that question. Thank you!
And my dad would have been totally impressed by the system. 😉
I am so sorry 😱😵😫😰😳
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That collection of tools is making me salivate. I heartily approve of your organizational scheme.
I would like to see that power planer in action.
I think I need to build up my muscles first. ; ) haha
April Wilkerson But your husband is eager to show off his powers. Let him do it. Then he can finally compensate for all your manly accomplishments.
SE45CX ?? Compensate?? My husband has no reason what so ever to compensate. My husband a complete badass and feels no need to prove himself to my audience. Also, I find it very odd you would call these manly accomplishments.
I see you comment all the time and I don't believe you are trying to be rude, however I will not tolerate anybody even remotely putting down my husband.
April Wilkerson I have a power plane that's much smaller than yours, but I have used similar sized units. The main thing to remember is to secure your workpiece well and take shallow cuts until you get used to the tool. Like anything else, it just takes practice. You'll soon develop a feel for it.
April Wilkerson Oops, first I wasn't 100% serious. You also were making fun with cutting that chain the other day. I'm definitely not trying to put him down. You are proud of taking the majority of the to do list of the tasks around the house. So, I was just teasing you to cooperate with him to work together on these things. About the "manly accomplishments" I think the majority of woodworking around the world is done by men. It nice to see a lady doing these things tough.
Why do people moan about the tools she as, it's all about the storing of tools. Great job April.
I've read almost comment and seen 1 person moan?
I am in the process of turning an old tack shed into my own workshop/storage. . And have been struggling with organizing my tools and workbench in such a small area! All while making a Dutch door out of scrap wood! Thank you for your video as it gave me ideas!
Awesome! Glad you found it useful. Thanks for watching.
I was just looking for the idea for French cleats for my small shed/shop. These are easy enough.Thanks.
Is that workshop hooked to a security system?
Yep yep
are those all your tools nice lady?...Sorry if you mentioned something regarding your tool collection... i wasn't able to listen to the full episode....wow...your living my dream and its great to see a women doing what u do...im sure you hear it all the time....regardless...I'm very impressed...doing wonderful with your show ....keep it up
rneustel
John Penny III roll in your tongue.
"assessories" :D
The cleat system is great! Videos help a lot. Ignore the haters... I wish I was sponsored too... good for you, you EARNED it!
THE TRITON TOOLS LOOK REAL GOOD AND SO DO YOU. THANKS FOR THE IDEAS.
I understand triton sponsors you but why do u have 3 of the same routers you weren't able to pick and choose which tool you want
They actually aren't the same, they are three different sizes. : )
+April Wilkerson is there a difference between performance or what you use them for
cause u start off with one small hand router now 3 plunge routers
I was like what?
+Noah Knopf I can’t speak for April, but when I am making picture frames
or signs I use two or three different bits. Set up and adjusting the bits can
be time consuming.
Because she can dude. So would you
Cause she's sponsored. Duh. PLus you can use three routers super quick. One in the table and two more with set up bits. Same shit goes for when people say you only need one drill. I regularly use two on a build. and have 4 on hand.
Also, free tools from a sponser? fukkin awesome!
Just came across some of your videos today and I'm definitely appreciating the ideas that you're giving me for my own shop. Way overdue to reorganize new additions so you've gotten me busy. Looking forward to more of your creations. :)
Thank you for sharing your thought processes as you went along. We are building a french cleat system now, and this was very helpful.
your videos could benefit from better audio. Maybe a wireless lapel mic? Every other aspect of your videos seem very professional excluding the audio.
The less professional they are the easier to follow. Pro ones use fast forward, no information about any of what they're doing, and lousy, LOUD background music that makes me cringe & mute or move on. I like the more non-pro ones telling me and showing me what to do.
I love that French type system, but here in Chile do not know if it is suitable, in an earthquake or strong earthquake would fall by earth breaks.
Jaime Garcia I have a french cleat system and I doubt if a low-level earthquake would dislodge them. A strong earthquake will have everything on the floor no matter what storage system you have. I'm originally from New Zealand where there are earthquakes nearly every day - most are barely discernable but it means I do know what's required to withstand earthquake damage. I think you'll be ok with a french cleat system for every earthquake except one that would cause other damage to your house.
Jaime Garcia It would depend on the movement of the quakes. The ones we had in Christchurch, New Zealand a few years ago had much vertical force and movement, and would have cleaned these right of the wall. If your area is prone to more horizontal movements, and lower level shakes, that don't damage buildings (as Mike K mentioned) I think the cleat system could be ok.
The last earthquake in Chile was in 2010 and grade 10 according to the Richter scale, its movement was predominantly vertical, I had everything in cabinets with doors strongly affirmed the wall, he messed around but none fell to the ground, except for small hand toolsHe had left on the bench and a few cans of paint.
I love the French system, have everything ready and in view, in fact I think I will develop this system in my studio, but I'll do it together with a kind of insurance on top so that in case of a similar strong tremor by 2010, they can not let go, obviously the tool will also have their insurance system.
not if you understand the above, I do not know English, and I'm using a google translator
Jaime Garcia Use the Chilean Cleat system. It's a French cleat, with a tightening screw.....I just made that up, but it sounds like a good idea.
Very well done. As for multiple routers, I have 6. 3 are mounted in router tables, one with a flush trimming bit, round over and so on. Two are the Tritons and they're great. I know a guy with 25 routers !!! He says it's faster over the years once the setting is perfect. As for April's wonder idea, it is. Good for You! All the cabinets in my shop are hung onto wall with fresh cleats. My dad taught me this when he mounted the headboard for their bed on the wall, so mom could move the bed to vacuum and not have to move the night stands because their headboard was that full width, so it's a great idea. One tip - round off the sharp edge. It anything gets in there, the cleat won't seat properly and 2) the sharp point creates huge wedging forces that can force the clip off the wall. 3) I would have build cabinets around the whole area, to enclose the tools and keep the dust away, and then each tool can simply sit on the shelves, but the same idea of organization, planning, elegant execution and a place for everything and everything in it's place. Two thumbs up, April
As for the audio, no not perfect, but unless you do enough to warrant the cost of a wireless mic, it's plenty good enough to showcase April's great idea. Thanks for sharing.
Good stuff April, Thanks a ton for sharing. I love the simplicity
I want a wife like you I'm in love with your work Cheers
"I don't think its any secret that I enjoy having a clean shop" she says in front of one of the messiest shop backdrops I've ever seen.
April Wilkerson I love the organization. One thing I noticed though is that for your non-sliding battery chargers, your horizontal brace is covering the cooling ports for those chargers. I'm not sure if anyone else has pointed this out, but you should probably think about drilling through-holes through your brace to allow the heat to escape the chargers or use the mounting holes that are often provided on the under side of these types of chargers to secure them and open the ventilation ports. This will greatly prolong the life of the chargers and the investment Triton has made in sending these to you. Keep up the great work, I absolutely love your channel!!
Nice job. I live in a suburb of Detroit. I am retired now, but still have the fear of my tools being stolen, even though I am no longer on the road with tools. From theft in a 20 year career, I had over $27,000.00 worth of tolls stolen. It is sad that many of those were sold from $10.00-$50.00, for crack cocaine. I don't even want people who drive by my house to see in through an open garage door.
When I had my shop in Knoxville, TN., there was almost no crime of stealing. I made a lot of carriers under my bench, and wired the bench with plugs. (Battery tools didn't exist).
But once again, I love your work here.
Disappointed in the weak latching system.
Feel free to change it on yours. I've been using this latching system for four years and it's held up great, but that doesn't mean you have to use it.
+April Wilkerson
For safety-fans: add an additional small latch to the wall right above the existing one, so the box/holder can be slided sidewards underneath it to fasten the box/holder (hard to describe for a non-native speaker :] )
+alphons bretagne como faço pra comprar suas máquinas?
Moises Albuquerque
Where I buy my machines (if google translated correct) ? At auctions, local and web stores. But still a lot missing (even a really suitable room). Just started with some "wood-knowledge" of that time when trying out civil engineering and a head full of ideas and plans :)
But you probably doesn't referring to me, right?
Calm down.
Excellent!!! I am just starting to put together a little work area in my garage and this video couldn't have come at a better time!! Thanks for ALL your videos!! I really have learned a lot from them!!
Awesome, I need this system in my shop, that's a future project for sure. Thanks for sharing
Jeff
Wow. This is exactly what I was looking for. I don't have nearly that many power tools, but I will definitely be using this system. It's cool because the way you can slide the tools means you aren't married to the placement, so min-maxing your available space is easy. This is very cool!
Oh my, you remind me of a younger version of myself... to include the O.C.D. on organizing your tools. Keep it up, your tutorials are clear and concise. I'm happy for you.
April, I've seen a couple of your videos before but I just went through your web site and I am stunned with all the ideas. They'll keep me busy forever! I'm very new to wood working so any advice you give is helping immensely.
Yay, you did it again, Wilkers! I've been watching a number of videos for better tool holder ideas for cleats. You have some of the best! Thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
I am amazed at your ingenuity and competency!! Thanks for the videos.
I've seen a couple woodworkers on TH-cam doing the "french cleat" system now. I never gave it much thought: I thought it was more for cabinets, but it makes sense that if it's strong enough to hang a cabinet, it'll do a couple tools. Plus being able to move the hangers around makes a lot of sense for the future so you can shuffle things around as you get new tools or find you use a tool less (it can get relocated.)
I did miss the sponsor video... I was thinking "Wow, someone went to the factory store!" LoL
Very slick idea. Great vid, thanks!
Just started watching your channel and it is one of the most informative I have watched! Keep it up and thanks for sharing!
April, fantastic work and video. Im not sure what I enjoy more from your videos, the work or your calm angelic voice ;)
You Have Given A Powerful Lessen 2 All who Have Eyes And Ears 2 C And Listen. Thank U So Very Much 4 The Help U Gave 2 Me. My Friend John Told Me, You Had Great Ideas, And I Must Watch Your Videos. What A Gift. God Bless.
Very fulfilling to watch! The shop looks great!
Ein großes Lob an Dich, es macht immer viel Freude Deine Videos zu schauen. Viel gute Sachen. Viele Daumen hoch.
Love the French cleat system, great job!
Nice job on the cleat system. My grandpa did this in his shop. Very well done. Respect:)
This is great and inspirational! Thanks April, I look forward to building something similar.
Your shop is what dreams are made of!!! Great video and thanks for the wicked idea.
I think you did a wonderful job on the french cleat system and it made your shop look like a department store sooo cool
Thank You for a great idea and the how-to's! I've been putting all my tools on whatever shelf I put up for them and after a while, it becomes an organized mess...LOL. I really like the system you have...it's one you can re-do when another tool comes in. I like that...easy to do and re-do.
Thanks for this. It's December 2020 and I'm in the middle of a French cleat system project and will use your circular saw 20 degree hanger for three saws. It is simple and to the point.
April, you keep surprising me. I really like the fact that you actually took the time to do what most of us keep putting off. I love the simplicity of your system, so much, I am gong to model mine after it. You really have a talent. Also from my perspective, I like the female side of it. So often guys get hung up with the right and wrong way to do things, and if you don't do it this way, it's wrong. So it's nice to see a fresh perspective of KISS. Some of the best designs on the market followed this principal, and can be seen in many of the products we use every day. I know I'm not alone in my assessment if "Rockler" believes you've got something to offer.
I found your channel by chance while looking for workshop organising tips. It ended up with me spending my entire afternoon watch your videos and loving it. I enjoy building RC planes kit and you can imagine that I have a fair amount of tools so I am looking for ways to organise them. However, I live in a rented apartment and don't have the luxury of having a large work space. The french cleat system looks interesting and I may try and make some for my tools.
Have subscribed and looking forward to more videos.
Best tool storage video Ive seen yet. Thankyou
Excellent idea. I used that "french cleat" system to hang all my cabinets in my old shop. I wish I had the wall space in my new shop. One concern I have with one of your holders. This may not matter but on the little chargers ... you covered the cooling vents with the top strip. I don't know how much heat they produce but covering the vent could lead to their early demise. Ps. Really enjoy your videos. Glad to see more ladies getting their hand dirty. Why should the men have all the fun!! Take care.
I found very creative and stimulating your video, you are to be congratulated! videos like this, make our day much better.
I'm in the process of finishing up a small work shop, this is going to help me very much.Thank you!
April, thanks for this handy french cleat tool storage tip. Just came back from HD with a sheet of ply and am going to take on this project today!