One of the biggest challenges of building is having a good workspace. Building without a workspace is like cooking without a kitchen. Now your workspace doesn't have to be super fancy or expensive - it's more about good organization and thoughtful tool placement. The last thing you want to do is haul your saw out of storage every time you build. That would be like pulling your oven out of storage every time you wanted to bake.
Whether you're new to woodworking or an accomplished builder, the workbench is where it all starts!
Here are our Top 15 Workbench Plans in one place!
1. Easy Workbench
Image Credit: Ana White Plan
Skill Level: | Beginner |
---|---|
Tools Needed: | Measuring Tape, Circular Saw, Drill, Sander |
Materials: | 2x4s, 3/4" plywood, self tapping screws |
If you are looking for a simple to build, sturdy workbench, this free plan is perfect. With added storage on the lower shelf, this makes a great project to start with - first build the workbench, then build all the projects!
2. Pony Wall Workbench
Image Credit: Ana White Plan
Skill Level: | Intermediate |
---|---|
Tools Needed: | Measuring Tape, Circular Saw, Drill |
Materials: | 2x6, 2x4, 1/2" plywood, self tapping screws, drawer slides, 1x6 drawer boxes |
If you can build a pony wall your can build a workbench with drawers. All the functionality of cabinetry - but at a fraction of the cost and time! This plan is super easy to modify for your space and we love that it has a spot for the chop saw!
3. Folding Workbench
Image Credit: Ana White Plan
Skill Level: | Intermediate |
---|---|
Tools Needed: | Measuring Tape, Brad Nailer, Circular Saw, Drill, Sander |
Materials: | 1x12s, 3/4" plywood panel, 1x3s for drawer box, 2x4s for legs, caster wheels |
Want to start building projects but space is limited? This folding workstation only takes up 4 square feet, and has lots of storage. It folds out to create a good sized work space. This fold up workbench is perfect for smaller work areas!
4.Ultimate Roll Away Workbench
Image Credit: Ana White Plan
Skill Level: | Intermediate |
---|---|
Tools Needed: | Measuring Tape, Circular Saw, Brad Nailer, Sander, Drill |
Materials: | 3/4" plywood, 1xs, 2x4s, brad nails, wood screws, caster wheels |
If you have more space, this may be the perfect set up for you! This workbench features a miter saw stand, with roll away carts to hold all your tools and create work spaces. It's easy to customize, and the best part, it all rolls away when done!
5. Miter Saw Cart
Image Credit: Ana White Plan
Skill Level: | Advanced |
---|---|
Tools Needed: | Circular Saw, Tape measure, Drill, Brad Nailer, Sander |
Materials: | 3/4" plywood, 1x Boards, Screws, Nails, Caster Wheels, Heavy Duty Shelf Supports |
Build this miter saw cart out of a single sheet of plywood! With the added casters and folding sides, pull it out when you need to use it and roll it out of the way when not in use.
6. Storage Workbench Finishing Table
Image Credit: Rouge Engineer
Skill Level: | Intermediate |
---|---|
Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Circular Saw, Brad Nailer, Drill, Sander, Pocket Hole Jig |
Materials: | 3/4" plywood, 1x boards, brad nails, pocket hole screws, caster wheels |
This awesome workbench has a large work surface to assemble projects on. It is basically 2 bookshelves at each side, joined with some plywood, and on casters! There's so much storage, so it's easy to keep everything in one place!
7. Router Table
Image Credit: Patrick Hosey
Skill Level: | Intermediate |
---|---|
Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Table Saw, Circular Saw, Miter Saw, Drill, Brad Nailer, Sander, Pocket Hole Jig |
Materials: | 3/4" plywood, router table top, caster wheels. drawer slides |
This router table has everything, ample drawer storage, router bit storage, a built in, on/off switch and more! So if you're looking for a router table, check out our free step by step plans!
8. Mobile Workbench
Image Credit: Woodshop Diaries
Skill Level: | Intermediate |
---|---|
Tools Needed: | Circular Saw, Measuring Tap, Drill, Brad Nailer, Pocket Hole Jig, Sander |
Materials: | 3/4" plywood, 2x4s, Kreg Klamp System, Caster Wheels |
This mobile workbench is super flexible for so many building needs. It has a large worksurface for your projects and tons of storage! It can double as an outfeed table if you have a table saw set up. We love the added track clamp system to make the building process even easier!
9. Woodshop in a Box
Image Credit: Ana White Plan
Skill Level: | Beginner |
---|---|
Tools Needed: | Measuring Tape, Circular Saw, Drill |
Materials: | 3/4" plywood, 2x6, 2x3, self tapping screws, bolts |
This portable workbench stores the tools with it! It can be stored under the bed, and easily pops up to become a sturdy workbench. We love it for builders in apartments, small spaces, or on the go.
10. 4x8 Workbench - 1 Person Build
Image Credit: Ana White
Skill Level: | Intermediate |
---|---|
Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Drill, Circular Saw, Brad Nailer, Jigsaw |
Materials: | 2x4 framing, 3/4" melamine top, 5/8" plywood shelf, caster wheels, self tapping screws |
This project can be built by one person in one day!!! A great workbench that is easy to build with minimal cutting and waste. The bottom has good amount of storage for tools and materials. We LOVE this simple workbench, it is amazing to work on and use.
11. Air Compressor Cart
Image Credit: Shanty 2 Chic
Skill Level: | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
---|---|
Tools Needed: | Measuring Tape, Circular Saw, Brad Nailer, Sander, Drill |
Materials: | 2x4s, 3/4" plywood, peg board, caster wheels, brad nails |
Instead of lugging an air compressor around, build a little cart for it! A great way to keep the compressor, nailers, and a few extras within easy reach for your next project!
12. Ultimate Dream Workshop
Image Credit: Ana White Plans
Skill Level: | Intermediate |
---|---|
Tools Needed: | Measuring Tape, Drill, Level, Circular Saw, Brad Nailer or Pocket Hole Jig, stud finder, level |
Materials: | 2x4s, 3/4" plywood, screws, caster wheels |
If you want to GO BIG, here is our Ryobi Dream Workshop! It's all you need in one plan! This Full wall workbench center with roll away workbench carts, has it all! Customize the carts for your individual needs! The carts can be pushed together to make larger workbench areas, and rolls away when done. Have all your tools in easy reach for use and clean up, this system will make your building more efficient with everything in one place.
13. Flip Top Tool Stand
Image Credit: Ana White
Skill Level: | Intermediate |
---|---|
Tools Needed: | Measuring Tape, Drill, Circular Saw, stud finder, level |
Materials: | 2x4s fro framing, plywood for shelf tops, self tapping wood screws |
Only have a corner to work with? This corner workbench is easy to build, you don't have to remove baseboard, and it provides both storage and a work table top!
14. Fold Down Workbench
Image Credit: Wilker Dos
Skill Level: | Beginner |
---|---|
Tools Needed: | Measuring Tape, Circular Saw, Drill |
Materials: | Plywood, 2x4s, Piano Hinge, Bolts |
This is a great idea in addition to your regularly used workbench to add some work space, or in a space that is limited. This plan is by Wilker Dos!
15. Assembly Table Workbench with Power Supply
Image Credit: Sawdust 2 Stitches
Skill Level: | Intermediate |
---|---|
Tools Needed: | Measuring Tape, Table Saw, Pocket Hole Jig, Brad Nailer, Miter Saw |
Materials: | Plywood, 2x4s, 1x boards, Kreg Klamp System |
This large assembly table has everything! Storage for tools, chargers, hoses, a large surface for assembly, and even a power supply built in! This awesome design is by Sawdust 2 Stitches!