Workshop Workbenches and Work Tables

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a knockdown, Roubo-inspired workbench. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a workbench. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Here is an answer to the nagging problem of combining adequate workspace and storage, including diagram, building the base and the top, pegboard sides and finishing.

Fit a huge work area into a small space with this folding workbench. Build this solid, roll-around, folding workbench in a day with simple hardware and only two sheets of plywood.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a workbench. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a simple bench made from 3 sheets of plywood and 1 sheet of MDF. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a small workbench measuring roughly 30 inches wide and 30 inches deep. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a Holtzapffel workbench featured in Woodworking Magazine. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This mobile work table is rock-solid, offers plenty of storage to keep clamps and supplies within easy reach, and provides electrical power for tools.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for 6 foot workbench to be set against a workshop wall with peg board mounted between the uprights for tool storage. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

These plans are for a simple workbench you would build for your garage or along the wall in your shop. It is a sturdy bench, built simply, but to last as long as the structure you put it in.

This workbench features a solid core wood door as a top and a layer of 1/4 inch MDF on top of that.

A wide variety of air-tools can be used in the shop to assemble projects ranging from small craft items to cabinets and furniture. In most instances, a sturdy workbench or table is needed as a work surface to assemble projects. The air-station shown provides a sturdy work surface as well as storage for air tools and fasteners.

In the past when I built a project from plans, those plans either took up valuable benchtop space or hid tools on the wall. I needed a place to put them where they would be within easy reach, but out of the way. This hideaway table solves the problem.

Here is instant protection for any kind of messy job. Before you start, just unroll enough rosin paper from this jumbo paper towel holder to protect your workbench. The thick paper absorbs all the glue or finish. When the paper gets too dirty, tear it off and throw it away. A roll of rosin paper is 170 ft. long, so one will last a long time. Here is how to build your paper holder.

Get your workwshop organized by building this workbench complete with pegboard and lighting.

Build a custom L-shaped workbench of three separate tool benches that join to form a fourth work surface--a dropped well for your miter saw.

There are probably as many kinds of workbenches as there are woodworkers. However, when it comes to the base, there do seem to be two kinds of woodworkers: Those who leave the base empty, and those who build in drawers or cabinets.

A good, solid workbench is a basic of any woodworking shop, and although workbenches come in many different styles, types and sizes, a classic workbench style has evolved.

Cut workpieces to uniform width with your planer.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a workbench which can be used from any side. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

To load a sheet of plywood onto the table, tip the table onto a pair of scrap 2 x 4 spacers, lift the plywood onto the spacers and against the table, and lift the plywood and the table together. You will find that gravity does most of the work.

Building a workstation around your miter saw will make this tool more versatile. Extension tables support stock on either side of the saw while wooden fences keep long workpieces square to the blade. Each fence has...

To give the workstations jaws added capacity, I made a set of four clamp extensions, as shown below. I made my own dogs out of hardwood scraps and 3/4 inch dowels, but you could modify the design to use your workstations own plastic dogs. The extensions add 20 inches of clamping capacity to my Workmate, and have never let me down.

Build this solid workbench using these free woodworking instructions.

Build this space-saving flip-top workbench cart using these free step-by-step plans.

If you are building a workbench and need a ton of extra storage space then perhaps you should build this portable plywood workbench with storage. Here are the free woodworking plans.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a miter saw station with drawers for deticated 12 inch Miter Saw with Kreg measurment system. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

It raises your workpiece to plane thin stock, and bevels too.

Build a scroll saw stand that will give you maximum comfort while you work.