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Shop Projects

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

Tuning Up a Block Plane
Video Plan
Technique Collections

Tuning Up a Block Plane

All it takes to turn your block plane into a precision tool is a simple tune-up. Here's our step-by-step approach.

Double-Duty Planer Sled
Jigs & Fixtures

Double-Duty Planer Sled

Salvage your warped boards with this no-fuss planer sled.

Heavy-Duty Plank Workbench
Workbench

Heavy-Duty Plank Workbench

A basic, stable workbench is a must for every shop. Building this bench won’t break the bank, either.

Router Table
Video Plan
Router Tables

Router Table

With a choice of bases, a rock-solid table, and fence-mounted accessories, this project is as rewarding to build as it is to use.

Low-Profile Cutting Rack
Jigs & Fixtures

Low-Profile Cutting Rack

Cut sheet goods quickly and easily with this handy, space-saving rack.

Easy-To-Build Drill Press Table
Drill Press Tables

Easy-To-Build Drill Press Table

In just one weekend, you can transform your drill press into a more versatile woodworking tool.

Router Table Wall Cabinet
Router Tables

Router Table Wall Cabinet

This compact shop storage cabinet does double duty as a top-notch router table, as well as, housing all of your accessories.

Band Saw Tune-Up
Video Plan
Band Saw

Band Saw Tune-Up

You can turn your band saw into an all-purpose, precision workhorse. All you need are some simple tools and a few minutes of time.

Turned Oval Tool Handles
Lathe

Turned Oval Tool Handles

Make a complete set of heirloom screwdrivers with this step-by-step lathe technique.

Multipurpose Lumber Center
Workshop & Garage

Multipurpose Lumber Center

With built-in worksurfaces and a cutting center, this lumber rack is for much more than storing boards.

Sliding Saw Table
Jigs & Fixtures

Sliding Saw Table

Take the guesswork out of making square cuts on large panels with this must-have table saw add-on.

Wall-Mounted Tool Shelf
Workshop & Garage

Wall-Mounted Tool Shelf

Spend a weekend building this strong and great-looking home for your prized tools.