Arbor Press Workbench
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Needed a small workbench to fit in a tight space, but still wanted something sturdy as it supports a 1-ton arbor press. Your plans were so helpful!
Needed a small workbench to fit in a tight space, but still wanted something sturdy as it supports a 1-ton arbor press. Your plans were so helpful!
This was my first woodworking project, so I kept it simple. The one modification I made was to square the edges at the top, rather than rounding them out, as I just prefer clean lines. I used some leftover paint (Behr Foxgloves) and added a few vinyl wall decals that match the decal on the main wall of the play area. A few buckets on top store her jewelry and accessories.
I didn't add casters because we have rather thick carpet in the basement, but won't rule it out for the future.
We got some new furniture and realized that the TV stand we currently have just wasn't going to work. We found a media console at Restoration Hardware that we really liked (http://www.restorationhardware.com/catalog/product/product.jsp?productI…). Well, we liked everything but the $1,300 price tag. With a couple sheets of 3/4 plywood, some 1x3's, 1x4's and 1x6's we built this for a fraction of the price. We even modified it so the two side doors have speaker mesh instead of solid panels so we can enjoy the sound without the eyesore of the speakers.
The stain is still drying so I don't have a final installed photo.
Fri, 09/05/2014 - 11:23
I was curious if you had any kind of plans for this peice or if you could at least tell me what sizes of wood you used. I am very interested in building this!
Thnak you,
Meghan
Wed, 02/11/2015 - 10:25
I would also love plans if you are willing to share them. Great work!
Sat, 03/14/2015 - 08:18
I am trying to build a similar style cabinet with the middle part coming out. Could you please let me know, since the middle section of the cabinet comes out, is the bottom and top cut out of one piece of wood? You can email me at [email protected]. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much! Erika
Sun, 10/16/2016 - 20:00
Hello! This is a beautiful piece. Would love to see the plans, if they are available. Please let me know! Thank you!
I built this book rack using scrap wood and modified plans from the Full Length Plate Rack. It was a really straightforward build, and functions very well as vertical storage that takes up little space. I predrilled, screwed and glued all of the joints, vs. stapling.
I built this for my second son who was tired of "being in jail", he's almost 3. His older brother is now jealous!
Was a nice easy build - the hardest part was paint spraying for the first time! I would cut the slats pieces about 1/4" smaller to give a bit more wiggle room when lining up the pieces, and make sure to keep the headboard and footboard square when lining up.
The cost was higher for me being in the Bahamas. I used fir for the frame and spruce for the planks, why, I thought it would save some money but didn't really.
I used pocket holes to attach the bed rails to the headboard and footboard.
Using Ana's Cassidy bed plans, I made this king sized bed. I substituted scrap pieces for them shims.
This was our first project and it was pretty simple! We are really happy with the results. We went a little further and lined the inside ceiling and used outdoor carpet inside as well. We saved money by using reminant wood for the deck and some old shingles that had been lying around. It was our first time roofing so it is far from perfect but it should stay dry. Overall our two little girls LOVE it.
Wine rack made from discarded pallet, with slots to hang glasses
Fri, 01/31/2014 - 08:57
How did you add the wine glass holders on the bottom. I didn't see that in Ana's plans. Please share.
Sun, 01/22/2017 - 11:33
Umm where is the actual instructions
Sun, 01/22/2017 - 12:22
Hi, this is a guest submitted post based off this plan http://www.ana-white.com/admin/structure/views/view/blog/edit Perhaps try this tutorial for the stemware holder http://twineandvines.com/diy-to-try-pallet-wine-rack/
6'x6' with 12'' Treated Sides, 1x4 and 1x6 SPF tops/seats and 2x4 Brace under Seats to accommodate the 6 foot span. Sanded and Painted.
Completed in 2 days, couple hours each day, sanded/painted all boards before assembly.
Modern Farmhouse Bed Frame - with some added accents to match some other elements in the house - plan was so easy to follow and came together so well!! Thank you so much!!!!!
I needed a larger kitchen table to seat six and made the trestle table. Love it!
Terri M
I used the Cottage Media coffee table plans and modified the length and height to suit for the space I needed. Ana's plans were super easy to follow and am pleased with the end result.
My husband and I built this bed as our first ever project. It was so easy. It took about 8 hours plus painting time. I modified the original King plans by raising both the headboard and foo board 6 inches. This meant every vertical measurement was changed by 6 inches. I am also using a metal bed frame with box spring. We are next going to make the matching nightstands! Super excited to continue building my own furniture!
A huge thank you for these amazing plans. I absolutely love this site! I had so much fun making this chest. Overall a very simple build. I struggled with the finish but eventually got it how I wanted it. I also ran into a snag while building the lid. I ran out of 1x6’s which resulted in the unique top you see in the picture made from scrap 1x4’s from other projects. On to the next project.
I’ve wanted a chicken coop for a while, and I wanted it cute. I love how it turned out!
Aj
10 dollar ledge with small trim on the bottom (now cost 20 dollars total)
This was my first building project, and I'm very happy with the results. It was a cinch to put together, too. My husband helped me cut the pieces after work one night and then I put it together that Saturday. I decided to do a two tone finish with the legs and apron painted because our local Lowes didn't have 2x4s and 4x4s in the same type of wood, so I was afraid there would be too big a difference in the way they take stain.
We needed a sturdy table but didn't want to spend a fortune buying one so decided to take a stab at building one. Our space isn't too large but also wanted the ability to expand the table with leaves if we have a large crowd. I built leaves by cutting notches in the horizontal leg 4x4 and then sliding in/out with 2x2's attached (see pic).
I will say it makes life a whole lot easier learning how to use Sketchup or some other design software. That way you can visualize what it will look like, cuts you need to make especially if you will be deviating from the original post design and don't want to do math in your head (like me).
Made this awesome project from Ana's plans. The best part is it came from old barn wood that has been stored for decades. Had to plane most of it to get it closer to dimensional size to work with the plans. I have had a lot of advice and recommendations from friends and family on how to finish it, but I like it perfectly natural with nothing added. The finished picture appears that it has a finish on it but it was just the difference in lighting.
Couldn’t find a coffee bar to fit my space so I modified the Snack Cabient plans of Ana White's! Looove how it turned out! The barn door hardware was fun!
Laura Thompson
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Ana White Admin
Fri, 09/08/2023 - 09:39
Sturdy Workbench!
Thank you for sharing your project, it looks like it will get the job done!