You can build the top of your workbench with 3/4-inch plywood or solid 2-by-6, 2-by-8 or 2-by-10 planks. I prefer planks because they don’t cost any more than plywood and they produce a stronger ...

Apply wood glue on the tenons and insert the legs back into the mortises. Rotate each leg to its original, marked position.

The bench legs and rails are made from 2 x 4s, while the heavier 2 x 6 stretchers add rigidity to the frame. If you don't have a power miter saw or radial-arm saw, guide your circular saw with a ...

In this video, I demonstrate how to build a space-saving workbench suitable for woodworking in a limited garage area. The ...

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This DIY woodworking workbench is built from construction grade lumber using basic joints. It’s designed to be heavy enough to not move from under you as you work, and stiff enough to handle the ...

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