Free plans to build a simple wood storage cart using 2x4s. Detailed plan includes shopping list, cut list, step by step diagrams and more from Ana-White.com
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Preparation
- 10 - 2x4 @ 10 feet long
- 4 - 5" Caster Wheels, Heavy Duty
- 100 - 2-1/2" self tapping star bit screws (#9 or #10)
- 16 - 2-1/2" pocket hole screws (optional)
Bottom Frame
- 2 - 2x4 @ 60" - side
- 2 - 2x4 @ 30" - ends
- 4 - 2x4 @ 27" - middle
Upright Frames
- 6 - 2x4 @ 60" - legs
- 9 - 2x4 @ 24" - rungs
- 4 - 2x4 @ 24-3/4" - top tie in
Instructions
Step 1
Build the bottom frame, attaching with star bit screws, two per joint.
Make sure the center opening will allow for a 2x4 to fit inside (see step 3)
Step 2
Build three of the upright frames using the star bit screws, two screws per joint.
Step 3
Attach the upright frames to the base frame with four screws per joint. Make sure the upright frames are attached at a 90 degree angle to the bottom frame. You can also do this by leveling up the bottom frame first, then using a level to attach the upright frames.
Step 4
Attach the upper tie ins with 1-1/2" pocket holes and 2-1/2" pocket hole screws. Alternatively, screw with the star bit screws at an angle to attach from top and bottom.
Step 5
Attach the caster wheels to the base, screwing into the ends of the upright 2x4s as well as the bottom frame.
