Workshop Workbenches and Work Tables

If you know someone young who is taking an interest in woodworking, perhaps you should have them help you build a workbench for kids. The workbench includes full size features. At the link you will find the free plans to build it.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a simple workbench made from 2x4s and 2x3s with 3/4 inch mdf top covered in masonite. 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 European-style 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.

These are Bob Sosenkos plans for a work bench featured in Fine Woodworking. They are in Auto Cad format, so you will either need to have Auto Cad or the viewer add in for Microsoft Interent Explorer. If you have any questions, Bob can be reached at rec.woodworking on Usenet.

This workbench is built from common lumberyard supplies, and requires just a drill and a circular saw.

Workspace is at a premium in my small shop. So I built a workbench that folds down from the wall like an ironing board. I made it sturdy enough to handle most tasks. But best of all, it folds away into the wall when I do not need it.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a workbench with storage for your workshop. 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.

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 workbench was built by editor Christopher Schwarz and was the cover project for issue 8 of Woodworking Magazine. This model was made by Louis Bois. Back issues and more information are available at the magazine website.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a Shaker 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 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.

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

Keep the mess confined with a handy drawer that pulls out to support patterns and catch overspray.

This mobile worktable has a top that measures 40 x 48 inches and you will need eight 2 x 4s and a sheet of MDF to build it. Check out the free instructions at the link.

Build this cheap and easy workbench using 2Ã4 inch pine and 3/4 inch plywood. At the link you can download free plans to build it.

The goal of this project was to permanently mount several fixed tools in a minimal amount of space. An accessible area under the workbench was a secondary objective. I like the flexibility of an open floor for cleaning and storage.

This workstation has it all, a space-saving, fold-down workbench, easy-access tool rack, and plenty of storage in a wall-mounted cabinet. The cutting diagrams and materials list are available to download in this Online Extra.

This carpenter bench doubles as a storage bench and provides more stability than saw horses for your job. A cut list is provided to help you build your own workbench with space for tool storage as well.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a sturdy workbench base. 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.

The average DIYer would probably be content with a less elaborate workbench than a woodworker might otherwise demand. The average DIYer does not know what a mortise and tenon joint is, or a lapped dovetail joint, or a blind mitre joint, or a bridle joint. In fact, he does not want to know. The average DIYer secures all joints with bolts and nails. He is usually a jack of all trades and generally useful at most of them. This workbench is put together in typical DIY fashion. It is basic, requires the minimum of tools, is easy to construct and very, very sturdy.

My portable planer works great for planing lumber to final thickness. The problem is, the short infeed and outfeed tables make it difficult to support long workpieces. So I built the extended infeed/outfeed tables for my planer shown in this photo.

Build your own workbench that measures approximately 5 x 2.5 feet. With a few 2 x 4s and a sheet of plywood you should be done in no time.

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 workbench has it all, a rock-solid base, large top, and it is inexpensive to make. All you need are a few sheets of MDF, some two-by inches stock, and a handful of hardware. The cutting diagrams and materials list are available to download in this Online Extra.

Build a simple, strong workbench made entirely from 2x4s. It is inexpensive (less than $100) and takes only about four hours to build.

If you have a small work shop, then we have a workbench for you. It is attached to the wall and folds in when not in use so that you do not have to sacrifice any space.

Build a workshop companion bench which is space saving by fitting underneath the main workbench when not in use.

This project was inspired from an article I saw in one of my woodworking books. Unfortunately I could not find the book again so I made my own plans. If you have a small shop like mine then every square inch of space needs to be optimized. This miter saw/planner stand helps serve that purpose. It will get my planer off of the bench and not take up much more area than my miter saw currently uses. It also gives me a couple of really nice drawers to store things.

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.

A great workbench needs to have a couple important qualities. First, it has to be solidly built. You do not want it sliding or moving around as you work. Second, it has to offer options for clamping a workpiece securely in place. This way, you do not have to worry about the workpiece shifting as you rout, sand, or cut. This workbench meets all these requirements, and more. The cutting diagrams and materials list are available to download in this Online Extra.