How to build a work table

This step by step diy woodworking project is about how to build a work table plans. If you want to learn more about how to build a work table, we recommend you to pay attention to the instructions described in the article. Plan every step of the project from the very beginning, in order to save time and to keep the costs under control. Ask a friend to assist you, if you don’t have expertise in the field.

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Take accurate measurements and adjust the components at the right size, by using a circular saw. Plumb the legs with a spirit level and check if the frame is horizontal. In addition, it is essential to make sure the corners are right-angled before installing each component into place. Pre-drill the components before inserting the screws, to prevent the wood from splitting. See all my Premium Plans in the Shop.

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Building a work table

Materials

A – 4 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 32″ long LEGS
B – 4 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 23″ long, 4 pieces – 48″ long FRAMES
C – 2 pieces of 3/4″ plywood – 26″x48″ long TABLETOP

1 piece of 2×4 lumber – 12 ft
3 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 8 ft
1 piece of 3/4″ plywood – 4’x8′
2 1/2″ screws
1 1/4″ screws
glue, stain
wood filler

Tools

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

Tips

Apply several coats of wood stain to the wooden components
Fill the holes with wood filler and smooth the surface

Time

One Day

Building a work table

Building the frame of the work table

The first step of the project is to attach the bottom frame to the four legs of the workbench. Plumb the legs of the table with a spirit level before attaching the components into place. Drill pilot holes through the components before inserting the screws, in order to prevent the wood from splitting.

Attaching the top frame

Continue the project by attaching the components to the top of the bench, as shown in the image. Place a spirit level on top of the frame, to check i fit is perfectly horizontal. In addition, use a carpentry square to check if the corners are right-angled.

Attaching the bottom shelf

One of the last steps of the project is to attach the 3/4″ plywood shelf to the frame. Make sure you create several notches to each corner of the plywood sheet before fitting it into place. Drill several pilot holes through the plywood sheet and insert the screws into the frame of the work table. Make sure the components are aligned at both ends, before inserting the screws and nails.

Attaching the tabletop

One of the last steps of the project is to attach the piece of plywood to the top of the work bench. Align the tabletop and make sure the edges are flush with the frame. Secure the plywood into the components by using 2 1/2″ galvanized screws. Pre-drill the plywood sheet before inserting the screws, to prevent the wood from splitting.

How to build a work table

Last but not least, we recommend you to take care of the finishing touches. Fill the holes with wood filler and let it to dry out for several hours. Afterwards, smooth the wooden surface with fine-grit sandpaper and vacuum the residues.

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