Adjustable drywall bench
Anyone heard of Gyptool adjustable drywall bench? Wanting to get a bench that adjusts from 18' to 30", don't want to spend ton of $$. Found it on Amazon and Ebay for $130 not $250 like some of the other well know brands. They all look the same on the pictures, any feedback would be appreciated.
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I've got a couple of the $50 Werners which are ok for kids and small women. Been shopping the better models for a few months and plan on picking up a pair of these this fall- Aluminum Drywall Walk-Up Adjustable 18"-30" Folding Bench Heavy Duty - Drywall Lifts - Amazon.com
The biggest difference is the weight limit and stability.
I can't recall ever being disappointed in buying a quality tool.
The biggest difference is the weight limit and stability.
I can't recall ever being disappointed in buying a quality tool.
Why would you spend that kind of $$ on what looks like the same thing? The Gyptool has same specks at more than half the cost name brand ones. Is every one using the same product picture?
Look again.Why would you spend that kind of $$ on what looks like the same thing? The Gyptool has same specks at more than half the cost name brand ones. Is every one using the same product picture?
Gyptool only rated for 250 lbs.
Warner is rated for 450.
This one 500- Aluminum Drywall Walk-Up Adjustable 18"-30" Folding Bench Heavy Duty - Drywall Lifts - Amazon.com
Sort of like the difference between a type III ladder and a type IA.
You get what you pay for.
Just decide what works best for you.
Personally, I need the sturdier benches/ladders.
I double checked the specs on Amazon and it states that the bench is rated at 500lbs and the side steps are rated at 250lbs. Again it seems there isn't much difference between these benches. Maybe it's in the quality of the metal?
You're right, I see that now.I double checked the specs on Amazon and it states that the bench is rated at 500lbs and the side steps are rated at 250lbs. Again it seems there isn't much difference between these benches. Maybe it's in the quality of the metal?
Gyptool also offers another set of legs and side steps to take you up to 44" for $200. Though the weights are comparable, the Gyptool just doesn't look as 'meaty'.
I was thinking that, but I'm not a heavy guy and I'll only use it to cut-in 9' ceilings. Can't beat the price, if I don't like it I'll send it back.
Thanks
Thanks
Sounds like a good fit for you!I was thinking that, but I'm not a heavy guy and I'll only use it to cut-in 9' ceilings. Can't beat the price, if I don't like it I'll send it back.
Thanks
I'd be interested in feedback after you've had a chance to try it out for awhile.
We'll do.:thumbsup:
I think the werner might also have a wider top step, but I don't own one so don't quote me on that.
Just received the bench. Gave it a look over, all the welds look good and there wasn't any assembling involved. I'm sure its not as heavy duty as some of the major brands, but I think it will work for what i want it for. Unfortunately it has made in china stamped in it about three times. Ill get back with an update once I start using it.
Just received the bench. Gave it a look over, all the welds look good and there wasn't any assembling involved. I'm sure its not as heavy duty as some of the major brands, but I think it will work for what i want it for. Unfortunately it has made in china stamped in it about three times. Ill get back with an update once I start using it.
Just in case...write something out before you try it, stating your intentions. Be sure to include your PT username and password. That way, the investigators can log on and fill us in on what happened.
Just kidding, stay safe.
Your post is old, it is a thing of the past. But I wonder - how is your drywall bench doing? A worthwhile thing?Just received the bench. Gave it a look over, all the welds look good and there wasn't any assembling involved. I'm sure its not as heavy duty as some of the major brands, but I think it will work for what i want it for. Unfortunately it has made in china stamped in it about three times. Ill get back with an update once I start using it.
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