What you need to know
What you need to know
Our hairpin legs are a midcentury modern, timeless classic ready for your next build.
Made in our Wisconsin factory from recycled steel, each haripin leg is built with care to last a lifetime.
Our standard hairpin legs are great for projects where the top isn't too heavy - for a heavy top or the most rigidity, we recommend 3 Rod hairpin legs or our other table bases.

Product Details & Specifications
Product Details & Specifications
Measure twice, cut once. We provide our specs right up front so you have the details you need to plan your build.
For Hairpin Legs, we offer two thicknesses of the metal rod: 3/8" (standard) and 1/2" (heavy-duty).
Standard (3/8" diameter)

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Heavy-duty (1/2" Diameter)

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Product Care
Product Care
Clear & Color Powder Coats
Our powder-coat finishes are scratch-resistant and rust-proof, so they don't need much care. Just be sure to touch up any exposed steel if you happen to drag them across rough surfaces, such as pavers, or scrape them with something sharp.
Raw Steel Care
Raw steel arrives with a thin layer of residue to protect it from rust while in transit. Sealing your raw steel with wax, paint, or a clear coat will keep it looking its best (or you can let it develop a natural rusted patina).
- Raw steel legs ship with wax for sealing
- Apply a rust-inhibitive clear coat rather than wax if using outdoors
- Sprayed finishes work best for paint or clear coat (use products that are suitable for metal)
Build Instructions
Build Instructions
You can attach your Hairpin Legs with just a few simple tools. With preformed holes, they're easy to attach. Here are a few basic steps to help you get started.
- Turn your surface upside down and use a tape measure to position your Hairpin Legs.
- Mark each base plate hole with a pencil, and remove the Hairpin Legs.
- Pre-drill a pilot hole over each pencil mark. (Pre-drilling makes things easier and helps avoid damaging your surface material. Marking your drill bit with a piece of tape will help ensure you don't drill too far.)
- Reposition your Hairpin Legs, and drive your screws/fasteners through the base plate holes into your surface.
- Confirm the Hairpin Legs are securely attached, then turn your project right side up. (Having someone help you lift larger projects will keep screws/fasteners from pulling away from your surface material.)
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
All items are able to be returned within 30 days from your order as long as they are in new condition. We also accept returns for workmanship defects within the lifetime of the product. Learn about our warranty here.
Any item can be returned in new/unused condition and in original packaging. Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery
- Returns requested within 14 days of the delivery date and in original packaging, that are unused, will be accepted.
- Our original shipping and delivery fees are not refundable.
- Returned goods have a 30% restocking fee.
- There is a flat rate $35 return label cost for orders of $250 or less, for orders of $250 or more the return shipping will be at cost. If you’d like to use your own label feel free to do so and see below for shipping instructions.
Unfortunately, we are not able to accept returns at this time for international orders.
Damage happens, and we will make it right! If your order arrives damaged or defective just let us know within 14 days of delivery. Email photos of the damage along with the packing slip to makewith@semiexact.com.
Policy On Changing, Modifying or Canceling A Current Order:
If you have an order with us and would like to make a change or cancel, we’d love to accommodate. We highly encourage you to reach out as soon as possible. Your order is custom and we want to make it perfect for you!
With a custom piece, once we start on it, it can only be made in your specific dimensions. To modify or cancel an order already in production creates waste in material and labor. We know talking about fees is no fun, yet it is a reality and changes mid production incur real costs. We have kept these fees low and kept them in line with reflecting the efforts of our team's professional work.
Here are the windows within which we accept changes/modifications and any fees associated.
(Change/modification fees must be paid over the phone at the same time as requested. Fees will be deducted from the subtotal and all shipping costs will be fully refunded if canceled.)
Hairpin Legs/ Hairpin shelf & desk brackets, floating shelf brackets, bent flat bar brackets with and without lip:
• 24 hours, free of charge.
• Changes after 24 hours will have a change/ cancelation fee of 25%
Flat Bar, Tube Steel, Spider Legs, Platform Bed, Box Bed:
• 48 hours, free of charge.
• Changes after 48 hours will have a change/ cancelation fee of 25%
Make It Yours.
With our lifetime warranty on workmanship, you can enjoy our products and your creations for generations.



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A Timeless Classic.
Hairpin legs have stood the test of time since their debut in 1941. Handcrafted with care and guaranteed for life, our Hairpin Legs are engineered to last. Use and reuse them as your space and style evolve—they’ll keep up.
Warm woods, cool cement, two-by-fours, or salvaged materials … there’s no shortage of beautiful surfaces that pair perfectly with these sleek and sturdy hairpin legs.
You can attach your Hairpin Legs to pretty much anything, so the ideas are always humming. What will you build next?
Sizes for Every Project
Hairpin Legs are available in a full range of sizes, making it easy to find the perfect fit for your project. Choose from 6" to 40" heights, in 3/8" (standard) or 1/2" (heavy-duty) diameter metal thicknesses. You can mix and match sizes for a uniform look or pair different legs together to change things up.