Building a Workbench With Storage in Less Than One Hour - Only One Plywood Sheet and Some 2x4's

❤️️ 1 Hour Workbench Plans: dieter.me/prod...
A workbench does not always need fancy joinery and vices. This simple workbench is quick to build (less than one hour) and it can be used for lots of different woodworking tasks.
It's built using only one plywood sheet and some 2x4 lumber. For extra strength you can add glue if you want.
Measurements:
The legs are 88 cm
The top is 200x70 cm
The shelf is 200x50 cm
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[@markk2060]

Nice simple bench. Thanks for posting. Legs 88cm = 2.89 ft (34.65 in.) Top 200x70cm = 6.56 ft (78.74 in.) x 2.3 ft (27.56 in.) Shelf 200x50cm = " " x 1.64 ft (19.69 in)

[@DieterSchneider]

Thanks

[@samthedog2010]

@@DieterSchneider Dieter, how many 4x2 would it take to build a 9ft long 30 inch wide workbench.

[@patrickmcglashan8002]

@@samthedog2010 Sam. Maybe I could help. It's easy. You will need: 4 pieces @ 9ft long for the length. 5 pieces @ 30 inches long for the width and center brace. 8 pieces @ 34.65 in. for the legs. (each leg uses two pieces of 2x4 each) Add all the aforementioned pieces and divide the sum by 12. That's the number of feet of 2x4 you're going to need. Then, figure out the lengths of 2x4s. For example, 2x4x6 or 2x4x8 or 2x4x10 etc that will give you the most efficient cuts with minimal waste. My rough calculation: 9ft X 4= 36ft 30in X 5= 150in (12ft 6in) 34.65in X 8= 23ft 1in Total feet: 71ft 7in. MOST EFFICIENT LENGTHS OF 2X4s for the project: 4 pieces 2X4X10 for the 4 pieces for the length 3 pieces 2X4X8 for the width 1 pieces 2X4X6 for the width (6ft piece for minimal waste) 4 pieces 2X4X6 for the legs Perhaps someone else can come up with a more efficient cutting list.

[@RobertRozarioa]

@@patrickmcglashan8002 thank you. You made my life so.much easier. Going to build my first workbench from some reclaimed 2x4s from roof

[@tomwells6499]

The storage shelf is both shorter and narrower than the work top - how is it possible they share a dimension?

[@waltermessines5181]

No-nonsense design taken to the next level. Seems like you have a lot of experience working alone. A clamp here, a table there. Fairly simple tools, a blessing to see someone make things without first investing 100.000 to build the workshop.

[@DieterSchneider]

Thank you very much!

[@swansong487]

Agreed. Videos will say "DIY" then proceed to use their planer, jointer, drill press, band saw, etc.

[@andrewglennon1589]

I built this table today. I made it 8 feet long so I didn’t have to cut any length off the table top plywood or the 8ft 2x4s. I am really happy with it. It is very sturdy. My dimensions were: Top - 96 in long x 27 inches wide Legs - 34.5 inches My materials were 9 - 8ft 2x4s 1 - 8x4ft 3/4 in plywood Great video! Thanks!!

[@gailjohnson3544]

Do you have pictures

[@richj011]

lol 8x4? that's a first

[@nope_not-showing-my-name]

@@richj011 yes, 8X4 ft. sheet of plywood. You're welcome.

[@steveh8724]

@@richj011 They were factory seconds that someone cut the wrong way. Great bargain from your closest big box store. Same with the 4x2s...

[@jjk109]

This is my favorite, quick DIY workbench. Although his one hour will be my eight hours...but, still very doable for a beginner like me.

[@Ian00003]

Yeah, my miter saw can only cut 2 2×4s at a time so cutting everything to size will take a bit but I'm confident I'll be able to get it done as well

[@69ferguson]

I did in about 4.5hrs, but now I have a work bench, any others should only take 4hrs lol

[@daniel51404]

I am using a Erwin hand saw I guess I'll be finishing my table by 2023.

[@theTeslaFalcon]

It took me 2 hrs to prep my material for assembly.

[@jjk109]

@@theTeslaFalcon not bad!

[@openg739]

I don't know why, but using the clamps as a temporary shelf/ holder just made me chuckle. So simple, so practical but it had never really occurred to me. Great job.

[@PapaJoeWalsh]

Totally agree.... I had a chuckle as well about the simplicity... why did I not think of that?

[@ginopokluda5925]

Made this workbench yesterday with some slight alterations. I had a bunch of 2X6 material from a demo job so I went with that instead of 2X4s. I also used a sheet of 3/4 MDF instead of plywood. Finally, I added 3" casters to the legs to move it around easier. My bench is 28"wX 78"l and 33" tall, just the right height to serve as a feed table or output table for my table saw. I have an 1.5 inch of overhang on one long side for clamping purposes. Bench took me about 3 hours to build and the 2X6 and MDF construction made it quite heavy. Overall an excellent design. Thanks for posting.

[@shakesMcJunkie123]

I didn't end up using this video's design, but I'm glad I read this comment's tip about the overhang. I even used it to clamp part of my table while I built it!

[@primuspilus6500]

A man simply building something functional in a straightforward and pragmatic fashion for practical use; I am not sure because I wasn't there but I'm almost certain that this is how human civilization got its start. He makes it look easy, masters of their craft usually do; those are always the ones to watch. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and your skill, Dieter, and thanks for reminding us that simple is usually best in all things whenever possible.

[@senaddor]

Thank you. I must have watched 20 videos of building workbench. Yours sir was the most simple, clean and did not require $2000 worth of tools that average person does not have. Also I like the music and the fact there is no reason to talk much, so simple and clean. Thank you!

[@DieterSchneider]

Wow, thanks!

[@furiousfurby]

Just built this today. Took more than an hour for me but I tend to spend half the project locating the additional tools I need or wherever I left my drill last! Turned out great and I’m adding a few modifications for some of my equipment.

[@davetaylor2088]

Loved the left-legged joinery clamp used at 3:42! This is great, thanks!

[@angelicaalanis2498]

LOL

[@karenhill3356]

Bhahaha

[@DukeForeigner]

Priceless! Literally

[@ZaheerBaber53]

What is 3:42left leg joinery

[@nfmt84]

I must have seen this video a 100 times now. Love the simplicity and can't wait to make one of my own workbenches in this style. I've always liked the idea of woodworking, and the video is truly inspiring!

[@DieterSchneider]

Awesome, thank you!

[@jamesa5720]

I like the fact that you have room for your feet and even shins when working up close on this bench, yet it is still braced and solid. Great video, thanks.

[@jessecarter5490]

Simplicity at its finest. That’s how it’s done

[@voyager2642]

Just finished this awesome project. Took me 4.75 hours to complete due to using glue on all joints and connections for added strength. I increased the height of the legs to 36 inches for outer face (because I'm not a short person). I also painted the top of the table with a wood sealant (2 coats) for durability. As for the cross pieces at 2:45 min, I added a 2nd extra piece for both the top table and lower table for support/strength. I used only a drill, circular saw and mitre saw tools for the entire project as I was on a budget. Kudos to Dieter for making such an excellent video. I appreciate the work that you put into this. Thanks 🙂

[@DieterSchneider]

Sounds great, Thank You!

[@ViktorVaughan]

I made this a few weeks ago. Turned out perfect. I really enjoyed making it also. Makes me want to consider a career change.

[@stephtrader4662]

Thank you! I looked at several other videos before deciding on this one. I liked the clean finished look and it seemed like a near beginner with the basic tools could do it... so I did it and It looks great. Now that I know how, I think I'll do another one. 😊

[@roachy80]

What I like about this work table compared to other videos of similar projects on here is it’s not ‘over engineered’ it’s on point and does what it says on the tin

[@inspiringbuilds]

Agreed, simple yet very functional. It's how I build mine and how it should be done.

[@waltermessines5181]

reminds me of the early Mercedes; rock solid, easy maintenance, lasts a life time (and Ugly as hell according to my Alfa Romeo driving brother).

[@marceegregory1878]

We built this yesterday. We are inexperienced so it took a while to figure out measurements! Got off to a rocky start but now when I watch the video I understand more what he's doing. We decided we wanted the bench to be 34 in. high and measured the legs minus the width of the plywood (3/4 inch). So the longer 2x4 is 33 1/2 in. the shorter is 30 in. We screwed those together like he did and they were perfect. Our top is 78 x 27, our bottom shelf is 78 x 21. We built the top box like he did, stuck the legs on, flipped it over, screwed on the top, built the bottom shelf like he did, and we were done! Used 2 1/2 in screws. It came out beautiful!

[@lindagruber2232]

Thank you so much for the measurements.

[@biggdogg35810]

Marcee, how's the table holding up after a year? I'm kinda skeptical, due to the brief amount of time he displays that it takes to build it.

[@marceegregory1878]

@@biggdogg35810 We love it. So sturdy. It took us more than an hour because we had no idea what we were doing and had to watch the video over and over!

[@pauljohn2860]

Great bench and great guitar sounds.

[@andrewpeters5907]

I watched a lot of workbench videos recently and liked this one the best. I just built a version of it today and it turned out perfect for my needs. Great video!

[@DieterSchneider]

That's great. Glad you found it helpful.

[@winnieisepik4063]

What about put some wheels on them, would you consider this?

[@smfvmd]

Be honest, it took you longer than an hour. Right?

[@andrewpeters5907]

@@smfvmd Haha, yes, I spent the weekend with it taking my time and adjusting the design a little as I went. Then I sealed it with Danish oil.

[@smfvmd]

@@andrewpeters5907 You did well. It’ll take me all week, lol. Thanks for the danish oil tip.

[@masi3079]

After watching several videos on how to build a workbench, I realize this is the best one I've seen and will be rebuilding this, albeit a size smaller due to the lack of space. Direct clear line, stable and sustainable. Compliments on your work, you've got it. PS: Wonderful music in the background, I love it. Many greetings from Germany.

[@DieterSchneider]

Thanks, Sounds great. Glad it was helpful!

[@matthewbyington2418]

Thank you for having good music and not annoying stuff. And nice build !

[@bradlewis9242]

Is this your music? What's the song name?

[@kurteckhardt2002]

Western Call by Cody Francis

[@RafikMankariosDrumStudio]

Simple. Solid. No nonsense bla bla. Love it! Thank you bud!

[@justwam7619]

No bullshit, just a straight forward video!! Thank you sir.

[@leemortimer1740]

Simple and very nice...no fuss, no shouting, no name dropping sponsors....just practical and nice.mmI really like it, great job

[@DieterSchneider]

Glad you liked it!

[@rickf5160]

Thank you. Very straightforward and easy for someone who is moderately experienced. I built it today and it’s great.

[@DieterSchneider]

Great to hear!

[@renaldoschutte8065]

Finally a video with out the tools I will never use day in and day out. Spot on with this built.

[@edm163]

Made this over the weekend. Thank you !

[@DieterSchneider]

Wonderful!

[@TeddXplosion]

After watching video after video of all these workbench designs this is the one I've been looking for. Straight to the point and no need for fancy joinery.

[@jetterbenne2578]

of all the vids on the subject that I watched so far, this is the winner design for my needs.

[@Ensign_Cthulhu]

This is very simple. I like what you did with the legs, although I might put carriage bolts in from the sides rather than screws.

[@joecaptain3]

Finished mine. Kind of wish I could post a picture of it. I’m pretty proud of My work

[@likearainbowlori]

How did you get all the measurements and how many of this size and how many of that size I can’t figure it out just from watching a video and especially since it’s in metrics or am I missing something in the posts somewhere

[@YoSerio]

Nice and easy project. I love it! I like that it is long and not too wide, and that there is space under to store "stuff"!!

[@al2969]

I was researching workbench ideas and discovered this video. Instantly subscribed to you.

[@MiHe-m4z]

Thanks so much for posting this! This is the first time I built something like this. First time I used a miter saw. I just had miter saw, impact driver, speed square, tape measure and a pencil. This took about 2 hours and turned out great!

[@DieterSchneider]

Nice work!

[@rkrishnakumar7141]

great job..you proved ,yr are broad minded by giving measurements.thankyou.

[@rhyanschmidt6749]

What a great video. I'm super new to woodworking and Just finished my first workbench thanks to you! 6' long 31" legs with 4" locking casters for a total of 36" high 30" wide

[@johnhowellfrazier]

I watched probably a dozen or more diy workbench videos before ultimately going with this design. I made a few modifications that fit my needs (wider and not as long, plus adding casters). Really happy with how it turned out. My mods did require buying two sheets of plywood instead of one, although I plan on adding some workshop shelving, so it’s going to get used anyways. Thanks for the vid, Dieter!

[@DieterSchneider]

Cool, glad you found the video useful.

[@caryvick643]

Love the simplicity. Made mine last Sat. Imperial measurements of 27” deep for the top and 21” deep for the bottom shelf work great for 4x8 plywood and 2x4 lumber (do the math using nominal dimensions). One rip cut for the plywood sheet. Any length works but 78” long is manageable. Use clamps to “straighten” HD lumber.

[@DieterSchneider]

Sounds great!

[@Detail8585]

Built a slightly larger version of this table and couldn't be happier with it. Thanks for sharing!

[@cqangie29]

I love this build!!! I’ve watched it 10x lol. I’m going to build a few of them for my bakery as baking benches. They are simple and perfect. Thank you for sharing this!

[@DieterSchneider]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@skisquatch]

Thanks! Your work bench video is the best on the internet. Just built my own rolling version with a thick cedar plank top.

[@heyitsbroski]

Simple and beautiful. Thank you.

[@ryanfoss9313]

Just built this last week. My favourite DIY workbench. Thank you so much!!

[@DieterSchneider]

Great to hear!

[@sufferinsuccotash8981]

I know I'm late to the comments section...but gotta let you know... great build and beautiful music

[@johnleonard974]

I love this video Dieter looks like he is as calm as a walk I the park great job. I will build this bench.

[@DieterSchneider]

Thanks, You can do it!

[@eddoadventures8079]

Just made this fantastic work bench for my new man cave. Super easy and solid. Took me a couple of sessions over a weekend but no more than 4 hrs in total. Now going to make a shelving unit to match it. Thanks for posting the video Dieter - a great help!

[@biggdogg35810]

Ed Family, how's the table holding up after a year? I'm kinda skeptical, due to the brief amount of time he displays that it takes to build it.

[@apinantpongsupaht872]

Simplicity is a good thing in life. Simple design, simple technique and a good looking bench. Thank you for sharing.

[@DieterSchneider]

Thanks for watching!

[@just-dl]

nice job! I really appreciate how every cut seemed to 2 or more pieces at once; not only efficient, but, ensuring matched sets. Even if a dimension is off, they're all off together, which means you might just have right angles, anyway! virtual fist bump from Maine!

[@Never2Loud]

I like this version very much. Simple, strong, makes sense. I built one this morning using this as a guide. Very pleased. Thank you for sharing.

[@DieterSchneider]

Great to hear!

[@iScoopyPal]

I've just watched 5 videos and they are ridiculously complicated, heavy, and expensive. This one is the best! Now, it's too cold but will definitely build one in the spring.

[@DieterSchneider]

Great to hear!

[@masedesigns1]

Great, simple vid! I’m making 2, one other much shorter - then join them at the middle with a mitre saw bay. 👏🏽

[@DieterSchneider]

Great idea!

[@adamjackson3328]

me too, this idea converts easily to do that, and the joinery is super easy for me (very inexperienced and under-tooled DIYer) can't wait to start the build!

[@patjoja]

Nice, simple yet elegant build. Well constructed. I liked the simple half lap top joint.

[@DieterSchneider]

Thanks!

[@user-mi4fj9rq7v]

Thank you Dieter! This video was very helpful when i was building my first real work bench today. It feels good!

[@DieterSchneider]

Happy to help!

[@viveqasatchithananthan8842]

Awesome. Simple and I belive cost effective as well. Perhaps a good startup project for beginners like me😅

[@NewtonWashinton]

I like this build, simple and effective. When i build mine i will add 2 more cross braces under the plywood top. Thanks for the video.

[@kenawtry5056]

And the same under the bottom shelf if you need more support

[@yemarican]

Thank you very much for sharing this buddy .. it helps a lot ... I am planning on building one for my wife for her little plants and I think this will do the tricks .. plants on top and tools and other things go on the bottom... look super sturdy. awesome work man!

[@thewhatsoevervideos2845]

Thank u for making this video,,now i can make my own Work bench as a beginner....

[@DieterSchneider]

Great 👍

[@fablabifurniture643]

Thank you, we have learned a lot from you...we can feel your passion in explain your content about CNC router project in detail..Great job!! ☺🧡

[@nore8141]

Such a simple bench ❤❤

[@hurley1896]

Simple,solid and easy to follow, this is the table for me. Thanks Dieter, great video.

[@expatcanuck2087]

Outstanding use of the leg at 3:40. Bravo!

[@mdingel61]

Thank you for posting this! I built it with a few minor adjustments and it is great! It is actually sturdier than I expected!

[@DieterSchneider]

Great to hear!

[@markp.9707]

I just built this and was super easy!!! Took me a little over 90 minutes to build. Sturdy, easy to construct and plenty of surface area to do any project. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a garage work bench

[@DieterSchneider]

Great to hear!

[@unknownprospector7743]

The best video yet. Simple and no bullshit.

[@rickhayhoe]

There is beauty, and genius, in that simplicity. About the right width, though a tad too long for my workspace, but that's easy to modify. Well done, Mr Schneider.

[@DieterSchneider]

Thank you very much!

[@dinyardalal]

What could be better than this? I love the simple methods you used here and the final product is a solid very practical workbench that looks neat. Thank you.

[@DieterSchneider]

Thank you very much!

[@theofficialpeterkim]

Music is so calming. Nice bench.

[@CCSandSonsWorkshop]

Love it! Quick and Easy!

[@druncleporkins]

I built my own bench recently. Having no experience I basically made it up as I went. I really wish I would have watched this video first. Beautiful job.

[@paedmi]

I have been looking at videos to get some ideas on how to build a garage workbench for my son's garage. I do believe that this project is the most efficient way to build a simple and effective workbench. Well Done!

[@DieterSchneider]

Thank You!

[@cahg3871]

Perfect bench for my shop-thanks for posting.

[@stevemelia3388]

I built this table today. It took me around 6 hours. Would be a massive advantage to already have a workbench to build it on, I did most of my build on the floor which wasn’t ideal and added a lot of time. I also added wheels to the legs so I could move it around. Thanks Dieter the video was a great help. Total cost for my bench include the wheels was £110.

[@mikekim6966]

Hey thank you so much for this video. I am a beginner and after watching this video I decided to make my own workbench. How do you screw them so easily without pilot hole? Can you tell me which screws you used to fasten 2x4s? Great video!!

[@ArsenijeRadenovic]

Can't wait for the weekend to go to my countryside house and build this workbench. By far the best and simplest way to build something really sturdy. I am a beginner "woodworker" myself. This will be my first project, thanks for sharing!

[@DieterSchneider]

Sounds great!

[@cpanneton]

I built this and added casters. I’m super pleased with it!

[@fredmcg9442]

I've watched this video at least 4 times now and I am amazed each time. As a poster said below, no fancy tools and it came out perfectly. I hope my attempt comes out half as nice. Thank you.

[@DieterSchneider]

Glad you liked it!

[@carlosecabezas]

I loved it!! Thank you so much, the best work bench in KZbin! Wow bravo!

[@DieterSchneider]

Thank you too!

[@maryloulynch1988]

Going to make one for my work shop. I think I can handle this project. Thank you for keeping it simple for a women to make.😊

[@DieterSchneider]

I'm sure you can. Women can build anything men can. Plenty of excellent female woodworkers and makers on KZbin.

[@beefwantko7269]

those are the nicest 2x4's ive ever seen! hardly your common 2 by

[@Robocoppat]

They're FAKE ..lol your right they are nice and clean.

[@philipramsden4975]

Nice clean and simple design. I made one very similar a few years ago for my miter saw, but added wheels so I could roll it outside and not get yelled at for getting sawdust in the garage

[@waltermessines5181]

married?

[@whatsgnu]

Hey, this can't be right! There were no planners and jointers and hand planes and chisels and right handed single edged thing-a-ma-bob cutters used.....just some simple tools and lumber?!?!?! I don't know about this??? ( GREAT job, simple and effective! )

[@jtltet]

Yes there were, you just didn't see them on the video. You can't buy 2x4's w/ square edges like that from Lowe's or Home Depot and they certainly aren't that straight. I can assure you planers and jointers were involved. They don't have to be but they were for this table.

[@Edyth_Hedd]

@@jtltet What makes you think he's buying his lumber at Lowes or Home Depot? Did it ever occur to you that this clip wasn't made in the U.S? Notice how all his measuring is being done in metric? That his name is German? Maybe they sell much better lumber in Europe.

[@DieterSchneider]

@@jtltet No, they were not.

[@jtltet]

@@DieterSchneider, someone planed and jointed them. It may not have been you but someone did.

[@alisimmons4073]

@@jtltet In Europe, they come like that from the store/lumber yard.

[@robertnilla]

great job friend. simple, low cost and practical. I'll build one like this in my back mudporch and for my basement! Thank you!!

[@michaelloud5206]

I'm definitely going to try this...I have very limited experience, but this very simple, yet effective approach is something I think I can handle. Plus, it's exactly what I was picturing in my head that I needed. Thanks

[@DieterSchneider]

You can do it :)

[@jfuerte]

I dont comment often on videos but I felt I HAD to for this one. I searched and searched for a reasonable design for a work bench for a beginner and found this. Was fun to make and very sturdy. Thank you sir for making a beginner feel confident.

[@DieterSchneider]

Great to hear!

[@GameProW]

I just made mine with this video as a guide. Made it 310cm by 84,5 cm, with an extra set of legs in the middle. Easy and study!

[@nobodyfromnowhere7823]

Thanks a lot! Just what I needed - simple, solid, cheap. Perfect. Edit: I love the music too. Tks

[@thomasabney4898]

Cody Francis - Western Call Eric Feinberg - Hope Street

[@marcenariahelderdias8417]

Congratulations !!! The perfect workbench !!! I'm from brazil 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@Lambertus09]

Thanks for the video! I just finished mine. Once i’m finished making a router sled i’ll be looking to see how to add drawers.

[@ryy597]

thanks alot ive just build this for under 100$. used 3/4 inch plywood and coated it with a polyurethane finish to make it last longer. i can't thank you enough for this video!!!

[@jpuff911]

This is the music every diy videos should be! Awesome contents :) subbed

[@somebody655]

Great product- worked perfectly, no issues.

[@lamarrmingle5976]

Built this today. It turned out great. Very easy and fun to build. Thank you.

[@FX_productions]

Building a workshop at the moment. This bench with a few simple changes is going to be my new desk. Nice video, simple and informative without annoying and often very boring chatter.

[@DieterSchneider]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Terry-7]

Great job, simple and very functional. I'm jealous of guys that can cut a straight line with a hand held circular saw with no guide. I just can't make the saw go straight no matter how hard I try.

[@tntroo7009]

Try not trying so hard. (seriously) 👍

[@casconie]

simple, no expensive tools & VERY EFFECTIVE to the point. 2 thumbs way up & 2 big toes up also! thank you mr wood artist

[@DieterSchneider]

Thank you kindly!

[@MetalMayhem1978]

Nice job. And great music. Loved it

[@lapalomas]

The lumber you used is excellent quality

[@alphagrendel]

Thank you for the excellent tutorial. Very efficient use of your time and materials. This was exactly what I needed.

[@DieterSchneider]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Nyarmith]

wow, this iw my favorite one