How To Build A Workbench - The Best Way

DIY instructions how to build a workbench the best way. These simple to follow steps explain how to build a strong, sturdy workbench that will last you a lifetime.

Plus, these plans use normal everyday lumber without the need for a lot of specialty tools. Do you want to build the ultimate workbench that will stand up to the toughest jobs? This is a must build.

Materials needed:

Three 8 foot 4x4's
Five 10 foot 2x4's
Two 8 foot 1x1's
Four 8 foot 2x8's
Four 8 foot long 5 1/2'' wide deck boards

[MrThemuttsnuts]

At last, a build that uses normal tools instead of the thousands of dollars worth of workshop equipment that are in most of the other videos. Thank you.

[tylerscaff]

Bro you even put a materials list. You’re my hero.

[thehobbyfanatic]

Bro I am way late on this but man I built this. I searched YouTube far and wide and nobody explained it better than you. If I can do this anyone can. I have zero experience and I am not a handy guy. I recently told myself I wanted to try woodworking but I needed a bench to work on. Thanks alot man. I really appreciate it.

[crowncroyal]

I like the slight overhang for clamping. Throw some casters on that for mobility and you're sailing

[PatBythrow]

I completed this build in a weekend. I took my sweet time and made sure I didn't make any mistakes. That was easy because your instructions are so detailed. SOLID WORKBENCH! Thanks!!

[philoyphilia]

This is by far my favorite workbench video. I also enjoy your down to earth, friendly, and honest communication skills. It is very comforting!

[shadbakht]

List of items:
3- 4”x4”x8’ lumber
5- 2”x4”x10’ lumber
2- 1”x1”x8’ lumber
4- 2”x8”x8’ lumber
4- 3/4”x5.5”x8’ deck boards
24- 5 5/16” lag bolts
32- 5/16” washers
1 box- 1 5/8” construction screws
1 box- 2.5” construction screws
1 box- 3” multi-material screws

[joevi]

$223.94 for all materials at Home depot (Tax included) 07/26/23

[stanczyk]

these comments and this video are wholesome and what video sharing things like youtube should have

[wordshurtyou]

Hi everyone! Just a friendly reminder, using his notch method, DONT WEAR GLOVES AROUND POWER TOOLS! Lol!
First, I want to say this is an AWESOME build and one I was excited to start! I went out, got the supplies, unloaded the wood, and got right to work. I unfortunately forgot one very important thing, which was to take off my gloves! The first board I cut into on my table saw rolled forward, flung itself behind me, rolled my gripper, and the saw blade grabbed my glove and almost amputated my pinky and ring finger.
I ended up with about 20 to 30 stitches. That being said, it took me about a month longer to build the work bench, but it still came out awesome!
Now that I am done, I am going to make a sign for my ripped up glove. Any ideas? I was thinking something along the lines of "no gloves, no nubs." Im open to better suggestions. Lol

A huge thank you to the gentleman who took the time to make this video!

[kevincousins]

Thank you so much for this video! My 22 year old son and I built this work bench together in the past week. First experience with a powered saw and impact driver for both of us. A great father/son project and it turned out great! Learned a ton and your video was just right. We will be building a second one together when he gets his first house! Next is peg board, some casters on the legs, and ORGANIZATION. : )

[jimherchak]

Glad to see I'm not the only one who likes a six legged workbench. Over that middle leg is a handy bounce-free place for hammering.

[abcdefghijake]

Just finished building a modified version of this over the weekend. Thanks for the super helpful video!

[henryamaya]

Just finished mine after watching this video and following your tutorial. I could not be any happier with the results!

[thPlasmid]

I made this! I actually made it! With my two hands! I built it from the floor of my garage up and it’s standing and sturdy! It’s not pretty but I made it!!! Thanks for the video I learned a lot.

[edricheson]

This is exactly the bench I was looking for a father son project this summer. Thanks for doing the leg-work for me!

[cferro]

I went through many, many workbench videos & decided to make your bench.
Great build & very sturdy, so glad I did it!
Thanks for the video!

[kammysutherland]

Loved your videos I’m a 60 year old woman and I built two of these and just love them! I wish you would post more- I’m also building your shelf’s for my pole barn and planning on your table for your chop saw 👍🏻

[TruMX]

Thank So many videos with fancy tools that I don't have lol your video helped me so much! Going to build my pottery wedge top now! Thank I'm a female who is afraid of saws but this was not intimidating at all I'm so grateful for this video!

[coledavis]

I just finished up my build for this workbench. Looks awesome and couldn’t be happier. Thanks!