Finished (for now)
A Workbench That Doesn't Wobble
A sturdy rolling workbench from 2x4s, plywood and pocket screws. The first thing I'd build in any garage.
- Time
- Two weekends
- Cost
- $150-$220
- Skill
- Weekend warrior
- Posted
Every project on this site started on this bench. It took two weekends and it has not wobbled once.
Materials
| 12 | 2x4 studs, 8 ft |
| 2 sheets | 3/4-inch plywood |
| 1 box | Pocket hole screws, 2 1/2 inch |
| 4 | Locking casters |
How I did it
Cut list first
Cut every piece before you assemble anything, and label them.
Build two frames
Top and bottom frames, joined with pocket screws.
Add the legs
Square everything as you go. Measure the diagonals; they should match.
Top it
Plywood top and lower shelf, then locking casters so it rolls out of the way.
What I'd do differently
- Build it 2 inches taller than you think. Your back will thank you.
