How to Build a Professional Style Workbench
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- This video serves as a step by step how-to guide to building a professional style workbench for your woodshop or workshop. If you have any questions about the build, ask them in the comments section and I will answer them as soon as possible.
I've had several people ask for a materials list, so here it is. This is for 1 - 7' x 37" workbench.
3 - 4"x4"x8'
7 - 2"x4"x8'
6 - 2"x6"x8'
and a box of 2 1/2" or 3" screws.
I hope this list helps those of you planning to build this. I'd love to see your finished product, so send me pictures via DM on Instagram (WV_DIY). Let me know if you have any questions. Thanks for watching!
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I bought this for my friend for his birthday as we just moved into a new house and he finally has room for a workshop. The bench was very easy to set up th-cam.com/users/postUgkxyFZUPFEey-PuqsPMxqaykBhgA1LWxFHh They center support is a little difficult to snap in and out of place at first but at least then we know the bench is secure. It was a pleasant surprise when we saw it came with clamps. I apparently missed that in the description. My friend loves the versatility of the bench. Great starter bench for his workshop and easily transportable all over our property. I wish the bench was a little taller but the other features of the bench more than make up for that.
Thank you for not blasting us with loud power tool noise or music no one wants to hear. Great job!
I like to hear it haha
Yes, Great Job on that!
I just completed building this bench today, took me 4 hours in total to build. Purchased all items at home depot, total cost was $120 usd. I chose to go 8' on mine, and 39" finished height, as that is the height of the deck on my table saw, Brilliant work Zack, you truly inspired me to build something GREAT today, which will last a lifetime. Solid build, HIGHLY recommended!
That's awesome! I've had so many people comment or send pictures of their tables and tell me they built it, but noone ever told me how much they spent. I spent about $90 when I built it about 3 years ago. It's interesting to see how prices have changed. Thank you for the comments!
I've been on the hunt for a work bench and have looked at ones that come in a box but this table looks so damn nice and more sturdier than the pre made ones. If I get home depot to cut the wood, ill just have to buy a bunch of clamps and screws.
That's right! Sounds like a plan to me! Haha Good luck!
I am the worlds worst handy guy and I just got done building the exact same table and it was absolutely perfect thanks to ur instructions!!!!! It was one of my best handyman shit I’ve ever done...
Great work! I'm glad it worked out for you!
This is the absolutely best method I have seen to build a basic work bench. By building the short sides first and then attaching the long piece on top and bottom while the short sides are on edge, it makes it so easy to keep everything square. I see videos of people building the frame for the top and then laying it down on a flat surface and holding the legs up by hand and screwing in and hoping for the best....ugh....and hell, many of us don't even have a flat surface to lay stuff on. I would have never even thought to assemble it the way/order you did it and now that I see it, it's the way I'm going to go. Thank you so much!
Awesome! Thanks man! Enjoy your build.
I am a single mom with 2 teens sons. We have been talking about doing this for awhile. Thank you for showing us how to do it. You explained everything perfectly.
+Ani Johnson you're welcome! Good luck with your project!
Zack, I just gave my work bench to my daughter. I helped build it with my Dad 65 years ago. It is still in great shape. The only difference is my old bench was 9 feet long. It was always he’ll to move. You did a great job on yours.
Wow. Haha that's a cool story! When they're built right, they last!
Thank you!
I thank you alot because through yur tutorial, today i made a similar work bench which i am very proud about. Talk of the power of sharing in this world.
You're welcome! Thanks for watching!
Just finished a 4'x8' version with 2 layers of 3/4" plywood for the top and 6 locking caster wheels. Thank you so much for sharing the design!
Very cool! That's a monster table!
I'm just commenting because you are so considerate to mute the noisy parts. I loved that. I watch tons of woodworking vids... casting to the TV... with 7.1 surround sound... just, bless you lol
Hahaha you're welcome!
don't know how I ended up watching this but I liked it (have no intention to build such a thing) but I find it useful and very helpful.
+aissa jez haha well thank you!
sometimes youtube takes you places...
I like that your workbench is straightforward to build without a lot of tools and for someone who doesn't already have a work bench. Also not using glue it can be easily disassembled if need be. Very practical.
Thank you! I appreciate that.
I have looked at several workbenches and this one by far was my favorite and the one that I built as well.
Awesome, thank you so much! Built two of these work benches, they are actually the first things I've ever built on my own. Everyone that sees them, loves them.
+Roberto Hernandez that's great! I'm glad they worked out for you!
Hi, I followed your plans for this and built one. Never ever done anything like this before. Just retired, needed a hobby, chose woodworking. Thanks.
That's great! Congratulations on your retirement!
Thanks very much for giving your time and knowledge. I built it today would not have done it without your video. You are very generous
Thank You
That's great! You're welcome! Send a photo if you can. I'm on Facebook and Instagram.
Didn't come onto TH-cam to learn how to do this, but now that I found it, I'll be doing something like this for the garage. Thanks for posting and the material list.
+Marden 64 haha TH-cam has a way of doing that to you.. lol you're welcome
Thank you for this. Used the same design to create my own workbench, with some treaks. Without this video I wouldnt have had a clue where to start.
Awesome! I'd love to see your version! Send me a picture on FB or IG!
Built this workbench yesterday, with a couple of modifications. It came out amazing! Instead of using 6 2x6 boards on the top, I went with 5 so the bench would be a little more shallow in depth (we have a 2 car garage, and every inch counts). That means that instead of using 28 inch stringers that he mentions at 7:55, I used 22.5 inch ones, which allows for the same lip on the front. I did what others suggested and attached the middle support on the bottom frame from underneath, so the bottom shelf I installed would not have that brace sticking up in the middle. Following WV DIY Guy's instructions sure beats learning how to use SketchUp to figure out all the measurements, although learning SketchUp is on my bucket list of things to learn. Another advantage of following the instructions in this video are that no expensive equipment is needed like a jointer, planer, or table saw. I'm so happy with how this bench turned out - thanks WV DIY Guy!
That's awesome! Thanks for the positive feedback! I'm glad it worked out for you!
Thanks to you I have just built one of these in my garage. Being in the UK I have to do some metric conversions but I now have a 2.4 Metre workbench you can jump up and down on. Thanks for the video it probably saved me hundreds of pounds and I feel great after completing the project.
That is awesome! Great work! I'd love to see a picture of your finished bench.
I shall see if I still have Instagram and send you one
I want to thank you for the recipe. It was a big head start on the job I did today. I went to HD and picked up all I needed, and was able to whip out a workbench, just like that. Saved me time, and saved the customer a few bucks as well. Thank you very much.
+Moon Hitsearth You're welcome! I'm glad it worked out for you and your customer!
I love that you were 20 screws short, it makes me feel better when others have to have the second trip to the store to finish the project too......
Haha.. happens all too often! Lol
Awesome.... Easy make with no need for Thousands of dollars tools. Simple project for a novice wood worker, free of miter cuts, pocket holes and expensive time consuming biscuits. The only thing additional would be caster wheels, Thanks for taking the time to post!
Yeh man! Good luck with your build!
Dreemwever Built this exact work bench a few days ago and I actually added heavy duty casters. Def makes a difference.
Chupa Panti: What size castors did U use?
Dreemwever 2-3/8 Inch diameter casters. Dimensions including the break stops are 10 x 5 x 4.5
I am a simple person, I see workbench, I hit Like!
hahaha.. Thank you. lol
I built this table to your specs. My Dad and I would pause the video in between steps :-D
Simple and sturdy.
I made this in a couple hours this afternoon. I found this video very inspiring. Since watching this and deciding to build it, I first built a set of sawhorses. As for this build, I increased the height and depth enough to nest a rolling workbench under it eventually. (Next build) I omitted the front/lower brace for the same reason.
Thank you for a very easy to follow video, that served as a great spot to start my woodworking, and a great base for future projects.
+LAUREN BEBEE that's great! You're welcome! My only concern would be that you may lose some rigidity without having the front brace. I'm sure you'd know if that was a problem tho. Good luck with your future projects! I'd love to see them!
Over the last weekend, I used this video to build a workbench using your exact specs. It was my first ever woodworking project of this scale, so while my results aren't as polished as yours, it still came out marvelously! Thank you very much! The only changes I made were that I added some OSB board on the bottom to create a long shelf, I sanded everything (my wood from Home Depot was faaaaaar short of smooth!), and I'll be staining it. I might put a 1/4" layer of hardwood over top to protect it, and I might add a metal U bracket on the front, so that clamping doesn't damage the wood.
That sounds awesome! I'm glad it worked out for you. Good work!
Just finished mine using your video as a guide. It took less than 3 hours to finish and turned out amazing. Thanks for the awesome video.
That's awesome! You're welcome!
Thanks for the great video, looks strong and you didn't over complicate things which is nice
+Lost Evesy You're welcome! Thanks for watching
Hi, I just finished building my workbench following your instructions. Worked perfectly and now my father in law wants one as well... Many thanks for your video !
+FFTT awesome!
Just built this today, really easy and great instructions. I recommend watching the whole video first before you begin.
Thanks Paul!
@@WVDIYGUY Seriously dude this restored my faith in TH-cam.
Hahaha that's funny! I'm glad it worked out for you!
I'm not very smart but give me five minutes and I'll figure it out. Gosh, life would've been so much easier when I was young if we had TH-cam! Thanks for the video
Built this over the weekend. Great video, very easy to follow. Thank you!
You're welcome! I'm glad it worked out! I'd love to see a picture of your finished product.
Built this table, made it 9ft long and made a canopy/roof/upper shelf with some pegboard. Awesome video and thanks for giving us newbs some food for thought 👍
That sounds awesome. Send me a photo if you can. Facebook or Instagram.
Overall a very nice and sturdy workbench! Well done! Some thoughts: While it's nice and deep (I think you said something like 33") that makes it hard to reach across if you decide to hang something on the wall behind it and you're not over six feet tall. Also, on that bracket on the middle of the bottom you could turn it 90 degrees, lower it so that it's the same level as the other boards and that would give you a completely flat surface should you decide later on to put a piece of MDF or plywood on there to make a lower shelf.Your bench is good especially because it takes no expensive/complicated tools to build. All 90 degree cuts and simple measurements. Again, very well done! I'm sure it will give you many years of use.
I am starting to build this workbench today. Making mine a little smaller but have referenced this video many many times. This is the very start of my wood working journey. Thanks for the guide.
+Ben Sams you're welcome Ben! Enjoy! But beware... woodworking is addictive! Lol
I just built it but left the 2x6s at 8ft to have some overhang so I could attach a vise. Thanks so much!
Great idea! I like that. Thanks for watching!
I'm about to start building a small wood house in the Caribbean and this, soo far, best video on how to build a workbench. Thanks.
I built some like this a few years ago. Very sturdy.
Great video! I used your design but reduced the size to 6’ long and 30” deep. This thing is heavy and rock solid. If you’re looking for a solid, well built workbench this is it. Thanks for posting.👍
Thanks Fred! I appreciate it!
Awesome workbench!!! Just built my own and love it's size and sturdiness..thanks for the video!
+Aaron D You're welcome Aaron! I'm glad it worked out for you!
Aaron D
Built it today!! Thanks for the video. Only built it 5 foot. Great, easy and works great. I did put up a back to hang stuff on and add a light. Thanks again for posting.
Awesome! I'm glad the general idea worked for you!
530 thumbs down WHY? great video thank you
+Dorrisday22 thank you!
Thanks so much for this, WV DIY GUY! As others have already pointed out, this video is very clear and easy to follow and shows just enough detail to be ACTUALLY VERY USEFUL. I followed this design and built one 8' wide and 41" high (more for electronics, less for woodworking). Super happy with the results...so thanks again for taking the time to make this and share the plans.
+Jason Plumb you are very welcome Jason. I'm glad it worked for you!
I stole your design and built the same. Came out great.
Thief
Thanks, good to see a practical design for a solid bench - without using screws into end grain! (apart from a couple of the top spacers that could be nailed anyway)
Good stuff!! *Saludos!*
Thanks for the easy to follow video. I built my workbench over the weekend and I am very happy with it.
You're welcome! I'd love to see it.
WV DIY GUY where can I send some pictures to?
Facebook: ZachsShop
Instagram: WV_DIY
Reminds me of my first work bench I made. I recommend that you put a 1/4 inch masonite top on it so that your bench does not get all crud'd up.
Would you put that in addition to the 2x4s or instead of, or would a plywood top be best from your experience?
JetMechMA
thanks
Would you still use masonite if you wanted to mount a vise on the bench?
+x1134x i made another bench with a Masonite top, and put a vice on it. It has held up great. However, to be fair, i haven't used the vice for anything heavier than 5 or 10 pounds.
Nicely done. I am starting in woodworking. This is the second thing I am going to build. Thank you.
You're welcome! I'd love to see your finished bench!
My friend, you just made my day. I'm going to make me a workbench and the one you made in this video is exactly what I had in mind. Brilliant to see that my vision of a workbench is made by someone! Just one question, the 21"piece that you placed in the middle (6:50), why didn't you place it underneat, but on top of the 2"4" ? Great video!
It should have gone underneath. After I published the video I moved it and placed plywood on the bottom as a shelf. Good eye! You're exactly right! underneath!
A couple of years back I designed and build my first bench, ironically almost the exact same bench in the video even most of the dimensions. The frame is eerily identical except I went ahead and used the lower braces to hold a light duty storage shelf and as for the top I just screwed and glued two 3/4" pieces of quality plywood together and then secured to the already level bench, and so far that thing has taken all I can throw at it, and I too used what Americans consider basic tools. I also like knowing If I ever move out of this house it's light enough to come with me. Good video!
Came out great, really enjoyed the video!
Thanks Robin
Robin Lewis very good job good explanation good direction thank you
Thanks so much for the design! I built this today in my garage and it turned out great. I love the 4x4s as well as they make such a sturdy base.
You're welcome! I'm glad it worked for you!
good looking Bench and welcome to the TH-cam woodworking community.
Thanks Chris! I appreciate the welcome!
Thank you for sharing this video! A few weeks ago, we were burglarized and all my tools were stolen...since then I have replaced them, but NOW can build the work bench I had always wanted with the center for my sliding compound saw :) THANK YOU!!! Thank you for giving me great guidance to build just what i needed!
+Monica West I'm sorry to hear your tools were stolen! I don't know what I'd do! I'm very glad this video is useful for you! Good luck building, and thank you for watching!
Nice clean job!!! We laughed when we saw you pre-drill all the holes.... we do the same thing and always get so much trouble for it!!! Yet, we never spit boards and have nice countersunk surfaces! Keep up the good work!!
+Farm_In_The MiddleOfTheWoods haha thanks. I like the look, and with them counter sunk that deep, i can sand/plane the tops and never have to worry about messing up any workpieces or tools.
I was just going to ask that question but makes sense to keep wood from splitting.
Thanks for the video and the design. I just ordered the lumber and and a box of 2.5 and 3 inch screws. I got one extra 2 by 4 and 2 by 6 just in case one is not suitable. Delivered for 130.00 by good lumber company.
I'm going with your plan but going to use the full 8 foot 2 by 6s for over hang to mount a shop vise, and will reenforce the underside with 2 by 8 or 12.
Thanks again!!
Good job...built one myself but obliged to do in metric
Thanks, made myself a bench using this video as a guide and I'm very pleased with the result.
+bdblackwell81 you're welcome! Enjoy!
Cross bar in middle I would have put it under so I could have a ply from end to end
+Lynard Burt i agree. After the video i did that exact thing.
+Lynard Burt i agree. After the video i did that exact thing.
Can you explain this to me better please?
In the video I put a crossbar on top of the bottom braces. After the video was done I changed that and put it under the bottom braces. That way the bottom can be easily turned into a shelf with a sheet of plywood.
Lynard Burt yes but even with it being on top can still cut the ply in half and place along the bottom.
Thanks for helping me build 2 great workbench’s!! I am not a wood worker, but you are helping guys like me learn!!!
+Charlie Miller Hey man, you're welcome! I'm glad it worked out for you! Enjoy!
i like this alot, i will make one! thanks.
Planning to build one in my new shed
That's great! Enjoy your build!
This design reminded me of my father's bench (thing was so tough it survived falling off a pickup truck) so I built it to the same specs last summer.
I'm noticing the overhang on the top has curled up a little and that there are gaps in between the 2x6s on top now. Is this because wood has dried out more? Do you recommend a fix? I was thinking of bolting down a piece of hardwood ply on top but wasn't sure if I wanted to cover 2x6s. Overall, its an awesome sturdy as hell bench. Thanks for taking the time to show us!
Yes, as the wood dries, it will shrink and create the gaps. If the curl in the over hang can't be screwed flat, you could flip that particular board over and it might help a little. Putting a plywood top on top of the 2x6 would make it even more sturdy and give you a flat surface, so that is a great option. Good luck!
Nice build. Greetings from sunny Jamaica.
Job well done.
nice job sir, thankyou
Thank you!
Awesome video! Thanks from Melbourne Australia
Thanks Tom!
VERY GOOD
Thank you!
:-)
Thanks for this video, it helped me finally build a workbench! I did the top a bit different since I needed a smooth surface. I used 2x4s about every 9 inches vertically and flush with the frame of the top. Then laid a 1/4" piece of plywood, screwed it in to the frame avoiding the 4 vertical posts, then laid a piece of hardboard over that which can be glued on. The idea was to have the top removable so I can get it out of my basement when I move because this thing is heavy!
That's excellent! Good idea! These things weigh a ton haha
+Donepearce Where are your videos? You know since you are the professional and all. I would love to see some of your glued up windproof workbenches....
+WV DIY GUY,
Thanks for the video, I think I may try and put a couple of these together this weekend for my shop.
+jmeador0012 You just made my night. Hahaha.. You're welcome! Enjoy your benches!
Thanks So Much. Gonna Start Tomorrow. Don't Understand Why 925 have disliked this video...
Thank you! Good luck with your build!
Good video. Was wondering why you didn't use pocket screws?
why over complicate it? a quick,easy and what looks a sturdy bench.
thanks. going to use this design in my shed.
Awesome! I'd love to see your finished product!
What if you don't have a workbench to make a workbench?
Paul88888 7 laugh but I’m starting my bench, per these instructions, today and just ran in to that problem.
I started this build without a workbench. No big deal. I'm just about ready to lay the top down but am short screws right now. The toughest part was just getting the 3 initial framing pieces made so I took the 4x4s and spread them apart on the ground, then took the 28 in 2x4s and put one across the top then put the 2nd one 5 inches from the bottom. If they lined up at the top and bottom it was ready to be screwed into place. I'm amazed at how great its looking so far
Paul ..you have to do some AMAZING carpentry with your shoes off
I have just acquired a workshop and these benches are perfect for what I need. Off to the sawmill tomorrow to get the wood and get these made! Thanks very much for the video!!!
That's awesome! I'm glad to hear they're going to work out for you! thanks for watching!
One thing I know, if there is a space underneath a workbench, a tool or something will get lost under it.
I followed the directions and video and it looks wonderful. I am anything but 'handy' with building items but you made it very easy to follow along. Thank you very much for sharing. With retirement, I am learning things I probably should have learned before now. One thing that I am adding is another table that will be only for my Miter saw. Actually it will be a portable miter saw with wheels. If I do it correctly, I can utilize the Workbench with the portable miter saw. That being with the wheels and the miter saw, letting it equal to the height of the workbench. I should be able to use the sides of the work bench or put it on the end.
Thanks
Bob
That sounds like a great plan! Good luck with your build, and enjoy your retirement... i'm jealous.. hahaha
I probably would have used biscuits and glue on the top. and less screws.
SuperOrcy that would have made me hungry
SuperOrcy with gravy or just jelly?
Screws allow you to fix the bench under pressure so if the wood is bowing.
NIce bench...I have built several for my limited shop at the barn. The only difference is I used 2x6 for the top side frame and
two 2x4 screwed together for each leg....I cut the front 2x4 5 1/2" shorter to place the 2x6 for a rabbet type support. This makes it same dimensions as the 4x4 post. I used 3/4 plywood for the top and while yours is stronger, the plywood is seamless and is as strong as I need. For those without the long clamps, this is simpler IMHO. I used one sheet of plywood for the top and bottom shelf and the width is thus 24 inches. Obviously this does not work if you want the bench depth more, but for my needs, 24" is good. A 12" compound sliding miter saw will just barely fit although some saws may need some custom front support. Enjoyed your well put together video!!
+George1mac thanks for adding your dimensions. It sounds like yours is a gray design for smaller spaces! Thanks for watching!
sorry, i'm from the 21 century - what is a inch?
+hans wst look in your pants
oh, ok. one inch is about 30cm. thanks.
+hans wst no no no... 1 inch is about 2.5cm.
hans wst what is a cm?
"what is AN inch?"
Thanks for the inspiration on this bench! Adjusted the leg hight and lowered it a few inches to fit me.
Awesome! I's love to see your finished product!
So I've copied this video today and built the exact same design bench, albeit I used 18mm plywood for the top instead of planks. Superb bench and really solid.!
Awesome! Send a pic to my Facebook or Instagram if you can.
WV DIY GUY Just ‘tagged’ you on my Instagram post😊
Thanks for the AWESOME Video! Aside from a few adjustments (height, width, depth) I used your plans. I also added a bottom and middle shelf. End result is a SOLID Bench that will last for years! I'm not a carpenter by any means, I just wanted a DIY inexpensive bench for the occasional work in my garage. Had no material on-hand went to my local HD with my list and spent just under $100.00 (total). End result was a SOLID bench since built (2018) that suits my needs PERFECTLY along with the satisfaction that I did myself. This would be Co$tly if bought in a DIY KIT or Custom Made! This has been used more than anticipated. The wife was impressed with my newfound carpentry skills...
Awesome brother! Very cool. I'm glad it's worked out for you!
Thanks so much for the excellent video and instruction. I have never made one before but with your video as a guide I am confident I can do it!
Thanks Lori. I'd love to see it when you finish it!
Just built this over the weekend. The bottom running boards for the frame, 5 inches was a little too low for me so I put it at 7 inches from the bottom and I put a vice grip on the left front edge. I really like the bench. I couldn't find any 4x4s that were untreated at Lowe's so I used treated. The legs look a different color but I don't mind. Overall I love it and really pleased. Nice work man!
+Jason Taylor that's awesome Jason! Great work!
Thanks to you. I built my first workbench and it's great.
Awesome! Enjoy it!
you know i have been looking for simple robust diy solution for a bench and buddy , i got to replicate this . that thing looks SOLID ! NICE WORK BUD
Thanks Richard! This bench will handle anything you throw at it. Happy building!
best video i've seen in a while. Very easy to follow
Thanks Donald! I appreciate that!
Just ordering a kit list for 3 of these, 8' 6' and 4' for my garage. Thanks for this video
That's awesome! I'd love to see them! Find me on Facebook or Instagram.
@@WVDIYGUY Yes I will do that right away. Im based in the UK so had to convert my cutting list to Metres haha!
Cheers mate :) been looking for ways to make a decent woodworking/metalworking bench in my garage for ages. You really set it out well and it's easy to figure out the basics.
I'm glad it'll work for you!
I was intending buying a bench but was unable to find one of suitable strength and size. Your video was perfect. Simple design and easy to follow instruction. Well done and many thanks
Jim Lawlor
+Jim Lawlor Thanks Jim!
Viewers also note: If you don't have bear-like paws like Paul Bunyan here, use a rubber mallet for adjustments. Good video, insightful and detailed. Thank you WV DIY GUY.
+here2party LOL! thank you, and you're welcome.
I stole your design but changed the length and width to meet my needs. I made it 8’ long and 29” deep. It turned out great! Thank you!
Awesome! I'm glad the idea worked for you.
This is about best plans I've seen so far. I'm going to try and build it with pallet wood.
+Ben Horne Thanks Ben! Good luck! I'd love to see how it turns out.
Thanks man! Mine came out perfect with all your instructions. I did it Step by step. I love it. 😎
Awesome! I'd love to see a picture of your finished project
I was just about to buy a workbench but I'm going to build one now. I have a timber merchants half mile down road and also also a screw fix. Cheers for this, think it will save me a lot of money, a bench of this size and specification are around £135/$172
Awesome. I'd love to see a picture when it's finished!
Looks great! Nice job. I just built a mobile workbench with integrated dust collection on my channel. I’ll be adding some workbench surfaces around my shop and you gave me some good ideas!
+Shop Nation awesome! I'll check out what you come up with!
Wow great build! 🔧🔨👌
Thank you!
I made something very similar this past summer, just made it off the top of my head. Then when I saw your video I thought, guess I wasn't the only one with this work bench idea