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Workbench modified with casters

Submitted by ogie287 on Tue, 04/02/2019 - 20:06

I love this workbench! I added casters so I can move it around the garage, outside, wherever it's needed. I just took 4 inches off the bottom of the legs. My hubby is admiring my handy work and planning on making one for himself.

Built from Plan(s)
Easy DIY Garage Workshop Workbench
Estimated Cost
$130
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
None
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

JBeecher

Wed, 01/25/2023 - 14:31

Love this with the casters! So beautiful. I'm new here and wondering at what point you took 4 inches off the legs. Did you build the table and then just cut off the legs? Or did you adjust the measurements of the cuts? Thanks in advance! :)

JimCoz516

Mon, 01/30/2023 - 02:32

The overall height of a 4-inch caster wheel is a little over 5 inches with the mounting bracket, so that also needs to be taken in to consideration. 2nd photo shows the overall dimensions, but to me the bracket and brake area appear to be a bit more than 1.03 inches. https://amzn.to/3DkMKzB
I think the best bet would be to have and measure the overall wheel height, prior to measuring and cutting the lumber.

Crafting Console

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 02/21/2023 - 17:18

I had a loft space that was not being utilized so I created a crafting space using an Ana White Barn Door Console plan. I just started building furniture 5 years ago using a jigsaw, a miter saw, and a power drill. You are never too old to start

Built from Plan(s)
Simplified 8' Barn Door Console Plans

Comments

Fancy X Farmhouse Table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 09/08/2019 - 11:35

Fancy X Farmhouse table for the wife. Modified to 8ft table with 2x 4Ft benches and 1x 8ft bench. Used bolt screws to diagonal slats for looks and pipe horizontal support vice the 2x4. Top is Dark walnut stain and an egg shell Chalk paint with outdoor clear coat. Kids had a blast distressing the table and benches for an older look. Not a bad weekend project.

Built from Plan(s)
Fancy X Farmhouse Bench
Fancy X Farmhouse Table
Estimated Cost
$300
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Lemonade stand

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 06/12/2023 - 17:37

My granddaughter wanted a lemonade stand and it had to be easily portable. I used Ana White’s plans, made it a little taller (30” counter height, 65” total height), added hinges so the top drops down, and wheels on the back side so you can tilt and pull it behind you like a suitcase. Added a hook for a cutting board and hooks for a bungee strap to hold the cooler, pitchers and supplies inside while you haul it. A sign for her and sissy, some painted wood decor and we’re all set. Just add lemons!

Built from Plan(s)
EASY BUILD Lemonade Stand
Lemonade Stand with 2x4 Frame

Comments

modern outdoor lounge chair

Just finished this beauty, entirely made with 2x4, plans were modify to match our outdoor sofa and coffee table. I think our best looking project so far ;) Thank you for inspiring me to build !!!

Built from Plan(s)
Modern Single Outdoor Chaise Lounge
2x4 Outdoor Sofa
2x4 Outdoor Coffee Table
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Seasonal And Holiday
Spring
Summer

Farm House Dining Room Table

So I went off most of the specs on this table except I didn't want the brace on the bottom. Instead we braced it under the table with extra 2/4s. The longest part of this was the staining and poly due to it being cold as heck in Washington.

Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Dining Table
Estimated Cost
120.00
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
2 coats Min Wax Red Mahogany 4 coats of Poly
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

Janelle Kay (not verified)

Sat, 04/21/2012 - 21:03

Hello,

I love you table! It is beautiful. I too would like to build this table without the brace at the bottom. could you maybe add some photos of how you did the bracing??

thanks!

Sheryl (not verified)

Mon, 05/14/2012 - 12:32

I have been looking for a table that I like and that won't break my pocket. Haven't found one so I want to build this. Can you tell be the measurements of the wood pieces that I need. Thank you I would really appreciate it.

Outdoor Pool Cabana

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 20:21

I wanted a huge cabana for my outdoor pool area to have a place guests could kick back and relax if they weren’t swimming. I took the plans from the one arm and armless outdoor sofas and modified the plan to include posts and a lattice top for shade. This inspired plan was finished off with cushions from at home and features seating comfortably for 9. Everyone loves this area in the backyard to kick back! At night we have solar lights twinkle at the top and they complete the project perfectly with a soft twinkle.

Blog Link
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bx7cd42gY7g/?igshid=xq9enehsxc18
Built from Plan(s)
One Arm 2x4 Outdoor Sofa - Sectional Piece
Armless 2x4 Outdoor Sofa Sectional Piece
2x4 Outdoor Coffee Table
Estimated Cost
$250 before cushions
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Nothing yet. Needed to wait for the pretreated wood to finish drying out.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

Seasonal And Holiday
Spring
Summer

Rustic X Bench for Entry

Made 2 changes to the plans which was using a 2 x 4 as a center top board to add some variety to the board width and also decided to go with breadboard ends which also used 2x4

Thanks for the plans!

Built from Plan(s)
Rustic X Bench
Estimated Cost
$50
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)

Mudroom

Submitted by Taa-daa on Tue, 11/01/2016 - 13:22

My front closet was transformed into a mudroom. Hidden storage is a genious idea. Thank you Ana!!! It wasn't easy though.

Built from Plan(s)
Shoe Bench Front with Hidden Storage at Back
Estimated Cost
a bit less than 150$
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Dark walnut
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Wranglerstar Greenhouse

Thank you Ana for the excellent plans. We have been talking about this for months and are excited finally have a greenhouse. We live in the mountains and this will help extend our growing season. Please tell Ram thank you from the Wranglerlerstar family.

Blog Link
How To Build A Greenhouse
Built from Plan(s)
DIY Greenhouse
Estimated Cost
$750
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
stain
Recommended Skill Level
Advanced

Comments

jnow8687

Sat, 08/31/2019 - 12:34

Did you extend the base height? I want a greenhouse to enclose trees that do not do well in the winter and I think I would like to raise the base height a foot or so.

Stain & Paint Finish

Submitted by ajstormy85 on Sun, 08/24/2014 - 18:19

Did the multi-finish on the step stool. On the steps, I used the Minwax Pre-Stain Conditioner, followed by Minwax 'Early American' stain and then Minwax clear gloss polyurethane. The rest of the stool was painted with DIY chalk paint. The paint is 1 cup flat paint (Valspar Jungle Thicket) mixed with 1/3 cup plaster of paris and 1/3 cup water. The chalk paint portion was finished with the Minwax Finishing Paste Wax and gave the flat paint look a nice sheen.

Finish Used
Minwax products (pre-stain conditioner, Early American stain, clear gloss polyurethane; DIY chalk paint (1 cup flat paint, 1/3 cup plaster of paris, 1/3 cup water); Minwax finishing paste wax on chalk paint part
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Catio heaven

Submitted by bhoppy on Fri, 09/04/2020 - 15:43

Ana doesn’t have a plan for a catio but she does for a playhouse and a cedar shed made from 2x2’s. I sort of combined my knowledge from making her plans over the last 10 years and came up with this for my cats. It was fun to make!! My baby kitten is loving it. I used garden fencing and stapled it to the outside and pocket holes for the walls. I made each wall individually like the playhouse then connected them once in place.

 

Built from Plan(s)
Small Cedar Shed
Build a Simple Playhouse - Back Wall
Estimated Cost
$250
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Cabot semi transparent outdoor deck and fence stain. ($9 oops section)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

Wifey

Wed, 06/09/2021 - 12:36

Thank you for sharing! My daughter wants a cat for her birthday but it can't be inside due to our son's allergies. Roaming outside isn't really an option because we have coyotes. We are going to use one of these in combination with an underground electric fence.

Seasonal And Holiday
Spring
Summer

Upholstered Toy Chest

We made these toy chests for baby shower gifts.  We followed the plan for the most part.  We skipped the notching on the front of the chest, and opted to upholster the top.  I added names to the front as well to personalize them a bit as well.  Overall, it went pretty smooth, once we got going.  The plans were clear and easy to follow.  This was our first build off of plans from Ana-White, and I think they turned out pretty nice! 

Built from Plan(s)
Simple Modern Toy Box with Lid
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Pantry Wall

Submitted by amiles573 on Tue, 03/28/2017 - 13:41

I modified the origianl plans by making the cabinet taller.  I also built 2 cabinets and trimmed them both together to make it appear as if it is 1 giant cabient.  It measure over 7 feet tall and just over 6 feet wide.  I did add an additional 1x2 brace in the center of the cabinet to help support.  I also cut an additional 1x4 to use a brace when anchoring it to the wall.  I also chose to add an additional 2 trim pieces to each door because they are much taller than the original plan doors.  

Built from Plan(s)
Simplest Armoire
Estimated Cost
$400
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Varathane Stain, Weathered Grey
15 7/8" center to center cabinet pulls
Fully Inset, Frameless Hinges
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Square Picnic Table Project

This was a great summer project. The table looks great and it was any easy build. Doesn’t get any better than this. I added a hole in the center of the table for my umbrella and used the longer screws for more frame stability.

Built from Plan(s)
Square Picnic Table
Estimated Cost
$200.00
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Used semi transparent cedar tone stain. Lightly sanded edges and surfaces. Applied stain with a brush before assembly.

Comments

Seasonal And Holiday
Spring
Summer

4X4 Truss Table and Bench

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 02/09/2019 - 14:46

My daughter moved into her first apartment and asked me to make her a dining room table. I used the plans found on Ana's website and made a slight modifcations. I used 5/4" pine boards to build the tops and regular douglas fir 4x4s and 2x4s for the bases. All screws are hidden exept the lag bolts I painted black and used to bolt the end trusses to the center truss which gives it kind of a industrial type accent. Thanks to Ana White and Shanty 2 CHIC for the great plans. My daughter loved the table and bench and she is going to find chair for the other side of the table. 

Built from Plan(s)
4x4 Truss Beam Table
4x4 Truss Benches
Estimated Cost
Approximately $275 for the table, bench and misc stain, screw, sandpaper etc.
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Varathane Stain and Poly Mission Oak in Satin. Two coats on the bases and three coats on the tops. Used a pre stain conditioner prior to applying the Stain and Poly.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Class bunk bed

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 03/12/2019 - 17:47

We removed the legs and added an extra piece to the top to bring the mattress height down.

Built from Plan(s)
Classic Bunk Beds
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Handmade by Ken

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 01/11/2016 - 22:22

Barn Greenhouse

Built from Plan(s)
DIY Greenhouse
Estimated Cost
$600 US
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner