Looking for metal legs like this

[Mark Gibney]

I'm looking to buy metal table legs that look similar to my pencil sketch. Haven't found anything, and I've worn out my google finger.

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They would be in the range of 27" - 30" long, and may or may not have a flange at the top and foot.

I imagine the top width to be ~ 3", the bottom about 1 1/4", but I can work with a wide variation. Thanks for any leads!

[Nick Decker]

Like these?

https://www.tablelegs.com/shop-by-style/mid-century-modern/metal-hairpin-legs/

Never mind, I see your sketch looks different.

[Paul F Franklin]

Try searching for laundry tub replacement legs.

[Dan Friedrichs]

Try etsy. Lots of people sell custom table legs, or built-to-your-design legs.

[Maria Alvarado]

Try "tapered angle iron legs". Lots of Etsy choices, probably others too.
Good luck!

[Carlos Alvarez]

I can't tell whether you're showing us wire-based legs, or solid legs in that shape.

[Nick Decker]

I originally thought hairpin legs, like in my link. Fashionable in my youth, so yeah, I'm old.

I think Paul has it right, though. Looks like the angled sheet metal on old wash tubs/washing machines.

[Jamie Buxton]

Mockett.com has some that might do your job.

[Steve Jenkins]

I was going to suggest Mockett also. The also make custom

[Carlos Alvarez]

This is a good psychology test. Everyone looking at that photo envisions it differently.

[Darcy Warner]

Just plate steel cut in a pie shape and broke in the middle length wise.

[Mike Heidrick]

I have a bunch of bent 3" angle steel if you want to cut your own taper.

[andrew whicker]

You could go to a metal shop and get this done pretty quickly. You could ask them if it is better for them to plasma cut an angle piece or start with flat sheet. If flat sheet, order of operations (I would think):

1) Water Jet / Plasma cut shape
2) Bend

You'll need to define:
1) Type of material (steel, stainless, aluminum)
2) Thickness of material (make sure you understand what their capabilities are)
3) Inside radius (consult with them)
4) Shape of piece
5) Angle of sides relative to each other (benefit of bending operation: doesn't need to be 90 degrees)


I believe they would accept a nicely drawn pen sketch. I've seen some very crude drawings switch hands at a metal shop near me.

Edit: Not sure if this allowed on the forum, but I can quote a set for you.

[Darcy Warner]

I would just shear the blanks.

Then the right press brake fingers for the bend radius

[Mark Gibney]

Thank you everyone for the engaging replies. My drawing was an attempt to show a pie shaped metal sheet that is creased at 90*, as Darcy said.

That Mockett company has some interesting stuff, and I will look at their custom fabrication for this. I went by a metal working place near me earlier today and asked for a quote. They do good work and they are always on time too, so I'll see how much they quote me and go from there.

Thanks Andrew, I'll keep those ideas in mind when I next talk to the metal guys.

[Bill Orbine]

Buy a used Craftsman radial arm saw, save the legs and throw the rest away!:rolleyes:

[Jamie Buxton]

Buy a used Craftsman radial arm saw, save the legs and throw the rest away!:rolleyes:

We have a winner!