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BUILD A BASIC WORKBENCH
The easiest way to build a basic workbench for your garage or shop.
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A few weeks ago I gave my garage/shop area a much-needed makeover. I cleared everything out, gave it a
good cleaning, added pegboard storage to one of the walls, and built myself a mobile workbench
(https://www.bitterrootdiy.com/mobile-workbench-with-table-saw/) and a miter saw stand (https://www.bitterrootdiy.com/diy-miter-saw-stand/). When I
cleared everything out, I moved one of the old “workbenches” (aka: an old door on some table legs) over to
my husband’s shop area.
Guess what happened the minute he saw my new workbenches …
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TOOLS & SUPPLIES:
Miter Saw (http://homedepot.sjv.io/c/1433560/459920/8154?prodsku=202922350&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.homedepot.com%2Fp%2FDEWALT-15-Amp-12-in-

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Level
Speed Square
Pencil
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Ear Protection
2 ½” Screws
1 ¼” Screws
LUMBER:
7 | 2 x 4 @ 8′
1 | 3/4″ Full Sheet of Particleboard (or plywood of your choice)
CUTS:
4 | 2 x 4 @ 36″ (legs)
4 | 2 x 4 @ 21″ (frame sides)
4 | 2 x 4 @ 68″ (frame front & back)
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x 72″ (tabletop)
1 | Particleboard @ 21″ x 71″ (bottom shelf)
STEP 1.
Build the top and bottom frames as shown in the diagram below.
Attach the 21″ sides of the frame to the 68″ front & back of the frame with 2 1/2″ self-tapping wood screws.
I used four screws through each side (two on both ends of each of the 21″ pieces – one on the top, one on
the bottom).
See the video (https://www.instagram.com/tv/B0oxr04BFWe/) if you need clari cation … I’m not sure if that explanation made
any sense.
Build two frames (top & bottom).
STEP 2.
Attach the top frame to the legs.
It’s easiest to build this part upside down. Simply lay the frame on the ground and match the legs up on the
outside ends of the frame. Attach with 2 1/2″ self-tapping screws.
I drove four screws through each leg (two into the front & back frames, two into the side frames).
STEP 3.
Mark 6″ up from the bottom of the legs and attach the bottom frame with 2 1/2″ self-tapping screws.
I set the bench on its side, marked 6″ up on each leg, moved the bottom frame into position, clamped it,
and then attached it. Again, I used four screws through each leg ( two into the front & back frames, two into
the side frames).
STEP 4.
Place the bottom shelf on the bottom frame and attach to the frame with 1 1/4″ self-tapping screws.
I just drilled directly down through the particleboard into the frame and countersunk the screws so they’re
out of the way.
STEP 5.
Center the tabletop on the top frame – there should be a 1/2″ overhang on all sides of the legs.
Attach with 1 1/4″ self-tapping screws. Again, I drilled directly through the particleboard into the frame and
countersunk the screws.
I placed a screw in each corner and two in the middle (make sure you hit the frame in the middle since it’s
back further than the legs).
And there you have it – an easy, sturdy DIY workbench.
Please let me know if you have any questions and I’ll get back to you as soon as possible!
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COMMENTS
JR
April 15, 2020 at 6 24 pm (https://www.bitterrootdiy.com/build-a-basic-workbench/#comment-13648)
This is great! I am going to try it tomorrow. If I wanted to add casters to make it mobile, how
would you suggest doing that? I was thinking of adding a 2×4 piece to the bottom of the leg
and adding the caster to that.
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tylynn_sattler
April 15, 2020 at 9 44 pm (https://www.bitterrootdiy.com/build-a-basic-workbench/#comment-13653)
Awesome! Yeah, I think that would be a great way to do it. I built a big mobile bench
and a mobile miter saw stand and basically did that. If you want, you can check those
plans out to see how I did it. Just search “mobile workbench” or “mobile miter saw
stand” in the search bar at the top of the page to nd them. Good luck!
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So I’m really wanting to build this workbench but use 4x4s for the legs instead of
2x4s so I can mount a vice to it. Do I need to make any other medications to the
frame to be able to do this?
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Karen
April 27, 2020 at 9 09 am (https://www.bitterrootdiy.com/build-a-basic-workbench/#comment-13773)
Could this be made longer?
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Ben
August 4, 2020 at 4 07 am (https://www.bitterrootdiy.com/build-a-basic-workbench/#comment-16536)
Nice and simple, great work. Just curious, why did you choose to use a particle
board vs ply wood? What are the pros and cons of using particle board?
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tylynn_sattler
August 5, 2020 at 12 55 pm (https://www.bitterrootdiy.com/build-a-basic-workbench/#comment-16568)
Particleboard is a little cheaper, but it’s totally up to you.
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Could an 8’ top sit on this?
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tylynn_sattler
April 27, 2020 at 10 19 am (https://www.bitterrootdiy.com/build-a-basic-workbench/#comment-13780)
Yeah you could do an overhang on the sides. I’d probably extend the whole base so
you only have like a 3″ overhang on each side if you’re just using the 3/4″
particleboard for the top so it doesn’t sag.
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Augie
June 16, 2020 at 7 20 am (https://www.bitterrootdiy.com/build-a-basic-workbench/#comment-14557)
I might sound really dumb but I am new to woodworking and was looking into making this
workbench. I wanted to add casters as well to make it mobile but when looking it up
everyone is saying I need another piece of wood on the end of the 2×4 to secure it. Is there
any video you have of how to easily add casters for a beginner
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tylynn_sattler
June 16, 2020 at 11 59 am (https://www.bitterrootdiy.com/build-a-basic-workbench/#comment-14559)
I do not have a video of that, but I’ve added casters on a lot of my other
workbenches. All I usually do is put an extra piece of wood on the bottom of the legs
and screw the casters to that. Here’s a link to the casters I like:
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Just built this today and it came out awesome!! I literally used this guide the entire way
through and it came out exactly like in the picture! Perfect size for a 2 car garage and very
solid! Great job! Thank you!
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Perfect! I’m glad it worked out well for you. Thanks for using my plans!
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Gatewood
October 2, 2020 at 12 23 am (https://www.bitterrootdiy.com/build-a-basic-workbench/#comment-18520)
I completed my table today. The directions were easy to follow. Thank you for sharing your
skill and knowledge.
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tylynn_sattler
October 5, 2020 at 11 13 am (https://www.bitterrootdiy.com/build-a-basic-workbench/#comment-18612)
Wonderful! Thanks for using my plans!
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This is a rock solid simple no frills workbench! Thank you for sharing. I was able do all the
cuts with six 2x4x8’s and had enough scrap to add an 18″ cross member for the top shelf. This
thing will have no problem holding a napping baby elephant after a long day in the Savannah
desert. Perfect!
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tylynn_sattler
November 3, 2020 at 8 31 pm (https://www.bitterrootdiy.com/build-a-basic-workbench/#comment-19574)
Haha glad you like it! I use mine all the time.
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Guess what happened the minute he saw my new workbenches …

He requested a new one for himself, of course!

Enjoy the plans!

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TOOLS & SUPPLIES:

Miter Saw (http://homedepot.sjv.io/c/1433560/459920/8154?prodsku=202922350&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.homedepot.com%2Fp%2FDEWALT-15-Amp-12-in-

Circular Saw (http://homedepot.sjv.io/c/1433560/459920/8154?prodsku=205806375&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.homedepot.com%2Fp%2FRYOBI-18-Volt-ONE-

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Build two frames (top & bottom).

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Attach the top frame to the legs.

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And there you have it – an easy, sturdy DIY workbench.

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Could this be made longer?

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