Free saddle stand plans

This step by step diy project is about free saddle stand stand. If you want to learn more about building a wooden saddle stand, pay attention to this project. This saddle stand can be used as a decorative piece, especially if you are into the farmhouse style. Make sure you smooth all the edges and apply a few coats of paint or stain to protect the components.

You should always plan everything from the very beginning, in order to prevent costly mistakes and to save time. In most of the cases, you need a friend to give you a hand when assembling the wood saddle stand. Invest in high quality lumber and plywood, as the components will be exposed to bad weather. Protect the components with appropriate paint or stain.

There are a few tips that you should take into account, if you want to get a professional result. Therefore, take accurate measurements and use professional tools when making the cuts or when drilling pilot holes. Align the components at both ends and add waterproof glue to the joints, if you want to create a rigid structure. See all my Premium Plans in the Shop.

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Free saddle stand plans

Building a saddle stand

Materials

• A – 2 pieces of 1×12 lumber – 24″ long SIDES
• B – 2 pieces of 1×4 lumber – 20″ long BASE
• C – 2 pieces of 1×2 lumber – 11 1/4″ long, 6 pieces – 22 1/2″ long 2xSHELF
• D – 9 pieces of 1×2 lumber – 24″ long TOP

• 2 1/2″ brad nails, 2 1/2″ screws, 1 5/8″ screws
• stain, glue, putty

Tools

• Safety gloves, glasses
• Miter saw, jigsaw
• Chalk line, tape measure, spirit level, carpentry pencil
• Drill machinery and drill bits

Tips

• Use a good miter saw to make the angle cuts
• Drill pilot holes before inserting the screws

Time

• One Day

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Building a wooden saddle stand

Building the sides

The first step of the project is to build the sides of the saddle stand. Use 1×12 lumber for the components. Mark the cut lines on the slats and get the job done with a jigsaw. Drill a starting holes and use a jigsaw to make a 3″ hole. Use sandpaper to smooth the edges or a router with a round bit.

Attaching the base supports

Continue the woodworking project by attaching the base components to the sides. Round the exposed edges of the supports. Attach the base to the sides and insert 1 1/4″ screws from the inside to mask the head of the screws. Drill pilot holes to prevent the wood from splitting. Add glue to the joints to enhance the rigidity of the structure.

Attaching the to slats

Continue the project by attaching the 1×2 slats to the top of the saddle stand. Use 1 1/4″ brad nails to lock the slats to the sides. Place the slats equally-spaced for a symmetrical result. Smooth the edges and remove the residues with a damp cloth.

Attaching the cleats

Attach 1×2 cleats to the interior of the stand, in order to create some storage shelves. Use 1 1/4″ screws or brad nails to lock the cleats to the stand. Make sure the edges are aligned and horizontal. Add glue to the joints and remove the excess.

Fitting the shelf slats

One of the last steps of the project is to attach the 1×2 slats to the cleats, in order to create the storage shelves. Use 1 1/4″ brad nails to lock the slats to the cleats. Place the slats equally-spaced, leaving 1/2″ between them.

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Last but not least, we recommend you to take care of the finishing touches. In order to get a professional result, fill the holes and the gaps with wood filler and let it dry out for a few hours. Check if there are protruding screws and fix this issue, if necessary.

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