Shop Projects

Enhance your workshop with woodworking plans for shop projects, from tool stands to workbenches, shop-made tools, and more.

Combination Router Table
Router Tables

Combination Router Table

A flip-up top adds a new angle to table routing. The result is a two-in-one workstation for the ultimate in shaping and joinery.

Lathe-Driven Belt Sander
Lathe

Lathe-Driven Belt Sander

Transform your lathe into a handy sanding station with this key add-on.

Drill Press Depth Stop
Drill Press

Drill Press Depth Stop

With a few pieces of simple hardware, you can build this add-on to make drilling holes at a consistent depth faster and easier.

Sliding Cutoff Grinder
Jigs & Fixtures

Sliding Cutoff Grinder

This unique shop-made project transforms an ordinary angle grinder into a benchtop tool for cutting metal parts accurately and easily.

Roll-Around Finishing Center
Workshop & Garage

Roll-Around Finishing Center

This spray booth keeps your shop clean and helps you get the best finish possible.

Router Mortising Jig
Jigs & Fixtures

Router Mortising Jig

Build a precision router mortising jig for your plunge router. This easy-to-use jig delivers accurate, repeatable mortises for strong, clean joinery every time.

Weekend Workbench
Workbench

Weekend Workbench

Make a heavy-duty weekend workbench with 2x4s and a solid-core door. Customize it with drawers, a shelf, and a vise—all with easy-to-follow, step-by-step plans.

Pegboard Tool Cabinet
Workshop & Garage

Pegboard Tool Cabinet

Good looks and strong, simple joinery combine to create a lot of practical storage for your tools.

Heirloom Workbench
Workbench

Heirloom Workbench

Craft a compact, heirloom-quality workbench with traditional joinery, full-extension drawers, and a solid-wood top. Built to last for generations, perfect for any serious woodshop.

Mobile Sanding Station
Carts & Stands

Mobile Sanding Station

Simple construction, mobility, and industrial grade features make this sanding station a dust collection dynamo.

Cabinetmaker's Workbench
Workbench

Cabinetmaker's Workbench

Build a classic cabinetmaker’s workbench that includes a solid wood top, vises, and heavy-duty joinery with these step-by-step plans.

Saw Blade Rack
Workshop & Garage

Saw Blade Rack

Build a wall-mounted saw blade rack that protects blade teeth, keeps your blades organized, and saves shop space with a clever angled sleeve design.