The Woodworker on the Go: A Tour of My Portable Woodshop

A portable woodshop is a great way for a woodworker to be able to take their tools and equipment with them wherever they go. It can be especially useful for those who do not have a dedicated space for woodworking at home, or for those who like to work on projects while they are on the go.
The woodshop also includes, a workbench, and storage solutions for tools and materials.
The benefits of a portable workspace include the ability to work on projects anywhere, the convenience of having all of your tools and equipment in one place, and the ability to easily set up and take down the workshop as needed. A portable workshop might be the perfect solution for you.
If you'd like to get your own set of plans to build your own Mobile Woodshop, visit
our store. thesmartwoodshop.com/rons-store

[@738polarbear]

If a contractor arrived looking like this you know you are going to get a good job done .His workbench design is easily the best I have ever seen .In portable benches that is .Fixed benches are a different matter.

[@marty4758934]

Ron, you're very skilled and well thought out. You built that thing like you were going to use it for 500 years. You know we're not around much longer, right ? The closing act is just around the corner. Live every day like it's your last one.

[@dougbourdo2589]

Wow!. Just a humble DIYer here but that is truly the sign of a professional. Going to use some of these ideas in my home workshop.

[@uvcoach42]

You are what I look for when I look for a contractor, very awesome concept.

[@Gunkaleh]

What a great rolling testament to your skill as a tradesman. Superior!

[@kirkmccoy9729]

Complete professional right here folks. This is what makes all the difference in the world. Most contractors are never this clean and organized. In fact I've never seen any. I used to have a boat business. We worked on large yachts. We had an amazing truck with a grumen rear end. Even cleaner than this with all Moduline and Snap-on tools. We styaed clean all day and if we got dirty we changed our clothes. Our tools boxes were even covered in high end carpet which was changed all the time. We worked on multi-million dollar boats... they were beautiful. Other than my partner and I I never saw any other company as professional as we were. Our rates reflected that and we were often booked 6 months out on work. The down side.... we could never find other techs that were like us.. so it was always us doing the work. SUCH AN AMAZING SET UP YOU HAVE Ron. I'll have ot check out more of your work. Funny, my wife and I are planning on moving to the San Juan's in a few years to finally do some cruising. Maybe we can look you up to build our next home:-) Congrats... I like your style.

[@deleetmeeh]

Incredible. I can only imagine what customers think of such an organized shop on wheels. I know it's easy to get disorganized especially if your working constantly and moving from job to job. Once you get a system setup it's easier to keep it that way.

[@jimmydickson8854]

That’s well thought out your well organised , good idea ,I’m a plumber and my trailer is set up for all my needs , I enjoyed your video

[@ammomug5843]

Great example and job. Can be done as a standalone shop in the yard to save room in the garage.

[@Finlandiabeach]

Best trailer set-up I've ever seen!! very nice set up!

[@daves8407]

I'm not a carpenter, but very nice and organized job trailer. Plenty of ideas for any organizational need.

[@CameronLienhart]

I agree with your last comments, Ron. Professionalism is key in this business, and if a contractor rolled up with a trailer like that to one of my jobs, it would immediately instill a sense of trust, integrity, and professionalism. Well done!

[@camsmeltzer9388]

I'm not in construction but love your attention to detail and dedication to your profession. Thank you for sharing!

[@envisionelectronics]

Ron, I am awful at driving a trailer around, so I bought a high roof Ford Transit Van and plan to mimic your ideas to the fullest. Thank you for all that you do.

[@intillzah6160]

Incredibly impressive.....

[@Samsonmetaphysical]

Ron, that trailer is masterful. I am willing to bet that not only mirrors the quality of your work, but you as an individual.

[@TheSmartWoodshop]

Thank You

[@mcseforsale]

Just wow. That's very impressive. I'm looking to re-do my shop in the garage and I'll be doing a lot of nesting tools and making my workbench nest into a wall cabinet solution, making it mobile. I'll so be stealing some ideas here. Amazing work.

[@BrandonBeyer1]

Ron I have been in the industry for a long time doing high end remodels, log home building, rustic furniture etc. You have totally revolutionized the way we are approaching efficiency. We use your work benches and work station everyday, and I am currently building out one of our trailers using a lot of your ideas. I know how long it takes to shoot and edit video, thank you for taking the time to do so. We bought a Festool track saw as well, don't know how we did things without it! Keep up the good work! Brandon

[@raywhyte7916]

You the man! That's the Swiss army knife of trailers. Great video.

[@markmorand8068]

Fantastic shop! Really appreciate you sharing

[@TrailTime.]

I can’t thank you enough Ron! I’ve used a tool trailer for almost 10 years and have redesigned it 3 times. This time it’s inspired by you and so efficient now. Again thank you for these videos.

[@youngjaeji]

awesome ideas all over the place. Thanks!

[@ryanybh]

This trailer is a work of art! Having a well organized truck or trailer when you move from site to site is so valuable, thanks for giving us a tourer.

[@RickRose]

KZbin is so humbling. I dream of building a mobile workshop/toolroom; you show the latest iteration of the ones you've built. Way to go!

[@glensharkey4120]

I'm just a DIY guy from New Zealand, but I find your commitment to being organized INSPIRATIONAL!!!

[@wildwill1970]

Awesome trailer Ron! We must do similar things, we have a lot of similar stuff in our trailers. I have a cargo container that I keep the other stuff in, like sprayers, tiles saws, concrete tools, perry scaffolding specialty ladders etc.

[@rm42749]

Very nice! As good as any I've seen.

[@robdevenney]

I both love and hate you in equal measure.... only kidding but I am very jealous of your trailer and impressed at how it's been fitted out

[@TravisInCanada1]

Some people have a Lamborghini, Ron has a mobile tool room. Awesome!

[@Littlelamb2023]

+Travis In Canada I'd rather have this tool room ;-)

[@iwantosavemoney]

+lifeisshort:liveit I agree 100%

[@briarfox637]

I can imagine the shop I could set up after winning the lottery and having a space as big as that garage. Very nice bro! You obviously do well.

[@petejones3867]

Thanks Ron! ALOT of great ideas

[@thomasgilbert9347]

excellent job and great video, well produced

[@speedbuggy16v]

I think I dislike you just a little bit for being that organized, but that it offset by the fact you share it with us. Great ideas, I have subscribed and plan to buy some plans. Thanks!

[@MrRonluker]

I bought the plans for the ultimate workbench last year. I spent about 40 hours and $250 to complete it. People are so impressed that I have this workbench and becomes a real conversation piece. When I tell them the story and see I built it, there is instant confidence in my capabilities as a contractor. My last job was a ceiling repair with about 16 sheets. I set up the bench in 5 minutes, unloaded the sheetrock and stacked it on the bench. Minimal movement of materials is key for efficiency. At the end of the day, bungied a tarp over the material and was able to leave knowing the rain would not damage the drywall. Thanks Ron. I try to send people to your KZbin page every chance I get.

[@TheSmartWoodshop]

Ron Laukaitis Ron, I have had the same experience. It seems as soon as I set up my bench, the clients assume I am a pro even before they see my work. Glad to hear you are enjoying the benefits of a good bench. Ron

[@1totheright]

Your the man Ron. My woodworking hero. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and making the videos. You make the world a better place.

[@daleoncoyabercrombie]

I'm impressed on how well you backed that trailer honestly. That's a real fine art that I haven't quite mastered yet.

[@lowrider9367]

Nice Trailer. Well thought out.

[@MrGraygrizz]

Ron you really have developed the ultimate tool/work trailer there, very nice, top notch job!.....Thanks for sharing the whole thing with us!....take care, Tim...

[@nov51947]

Great tour, Ron. I am very envious of your organizational skills and the planning and effort that went into this work trailer. I'm well beyond my "construction years", but when I was building houses, I could identify with your comments about stopping to drive to the lumber yard, hardware store, plumbing supply house, etc. Having everything at your fingertips is a great efficiency improvement.

[@324590]

Great work Ron👍🏻

[@hurtinbombs]

Fantastic Ron

[@rexs1842]

Ron thanks for all the ideas , I have built the smaller workstation but modified the saw mount by mounting 1" schedule 40 pipe to the sides of the saw and they slide over the extended conduit tubing.I have also done some cabinet layout in sketch up to install in the box truck i am buying in the spring to replace my van, also agree that you cant beat Festool for the quality of the product , keep the videos coming .

[@taralee4542]

Brilliant! Nice Job!

[@NaluRash]

I love how you keep things practical and simple. The easier it is to use, the more often it will be used. Love the videos and the insight you provide. Wish I had a mentor like you in my life. Take care

[@1978madrigal]

Love the lay out and how every bit of space is used. .

[@NickFerry]

Very well planned. The thought that went into this is amazing as well as the execution. Fun video to watch! Great job Ron.

[@martinboyle6632]

Fantastic portable workshop. So well planned.

[@devonreign9128]

dunno if you guys cares but if you are bored like me atm you can stream all of the latest movies and series on Instaflixxer. I've been streaming with my girlfriend during the lockdown xD

[@trippdavis7538]

@Devon Reign yea, have been watching on Instaflixxer for since december myself :)

[@tomstravelingadventures]

Wow what a great idea.

[@trexmcnamara]

You're the man, Ron Paulk! An inspiration. thanks!

[@barrydiemer7518]

The ultimate road show. Thanks for the inspiration....

[@peakresurface265]

Ron you're a legend, thank you for sharing this with the community!

[@Zduggan85]

I want to post what I have done with your design inspiration. I don't know how to..... Btw your the man Ron please keep it up. For America...

[@bradleylarson3159]

Thanks for taking the time to make this video Ron. Your storage system is ingenious and inspiring.

[@mgpalma]

I've enjoyed all the videos and have lots of your ideas planned for my small 2 car garage workshop. I love the efficiency of your 'workspaces' and work surfaces. Keep up the good work it's much appreciated!

[@Little_piggies.]

Oh man you are crazy !!! Very beautiful , everything it's so organized..... I will star watching your videos , thank you for the videos !!!

[@Enrique2k52]

AWSOME!!! thank you for sharing

[@jjjvclub]

Wow, all I can say is Awesome job well thought out. Enjoyed the video, thanks!

[@stephenowens5375]

I am currently designing a shed/workshop with combined greenhouse, was looking for a workbench design which was light, strong portable and with good function :) Well your design is excellent, now I also find the ultimate mobile workshop to. Superb thought process, have subscribed and will be downloading plans. Thank you for uploading these videos it is beyond my expectations what I have learned.

[@RoomiesGarage]

this is the best mobile tool room I have seen in a medium trailer, looks very professional! now I need to watch the total package of the built.....cheers.

[@Davegbuf]

Totally awesome. Great setup. Very well thought-out.

[@trentmyers538]

Love the video, you are the master of organization - i'm also happy you spoke about time and money, so many woodworkers and or contractors do not talk about money or what to charge for certain jobs. wish more people did.

[@mattoneill7462]

You are an inspiration Ron. This has changed my view of things

[@jimmcdowell6000]

Amazing tool Room.

[@illographics]

Great use of space. Inspirational. Keep up the good work!

[@kimverduyckt6128]

just started watching your channel. What a discovery! You are a fine craftsman... Nice work

[@toddbailey5198]

It turned out really nice. I just need to figure out how to modify it to put my 10.5' brake in there! Thanks for final tour. The tool cubbies are great, definitely going to have to incorporate that into my trailer, so handy and they take up so much less room out of their cases. Thanks again Todd

[@torba4u]

that is very impressive. thanks for the video...

[@JerodMatlock]

You are the man, Ron!

[@johndigiovanni]

Great Job Ron.. I enjoyed this as well as the series.

[@ryanderocher1]

Thanks Ron, your videos have been a great help in making my own portable workshop I combined aspects of your box truck and resent trailer versions cause I like the ability of easy tool access with bigger tools like miter and table saws ready to be used in they're spots (with dust collection) but easy accessible for bringing on job sites. All your setups work great and make it easy for my guys and I to work efficiently.

[@willwhitaker4569]

love the setup

[@hamroad1956]

Thanks Ron, that was very informative and helpful. It really puts a nice finish-trim to your Rolling Toolbox-series. I commend you on your teaching spirit, and the professionalism you foster with all of your videos. I wish others would emulate this aspect of your character, as they learn how to run a business successfully. You are most generous with information most would treat as trade secrets. It raises the standards of the industry for everyone. You have my deep and abiding respect, sir.

[@15buckeye15]

Awesome video Ron. I'm sure all of the hard work and time spent to build your portable woodshop is worth it. Nice job!

[@Polacoguarani]

Dude, you rock! Greetings from Argentina!

[@hermanboing8489]

Nice! Well thought out!

[@grisi24]

Lots of great ideas Ron!! I'm in the process of designing my own construction trailer in SketchUp. I love the Quality and workmanship you have put into it. When my design is complete I will send you a SketchUp view to you to see what you think. Thanks and great job!

[@gr8fulmonk]

wet dream trailer. outstanding

[@letzrockitrite8469]

I thoroughly enjoyed seeing your video and I appreciate your creative organizational ingenuity !! Very inspirational.. I love especially the concept of being able to get to things without having to move other things.. take care Ron, Jon O. Idaho Builder

[@kawestley1965]

I shared this for I know quote a few people working out of there trailers none as nice as yours love organization

[@VGofRI]

Amazing.

[@GregsGarage]

Just awesome Ron!

[@TheSmartWoodshop]

Thanks Greg

[@mikeyoakes3010]

who would give this a thumbs down?

[@beanxlj]

very well organized trailer, give me lots of ideas about how to organize my shop as well, thanks

[@datadev1]

That's the tour I was looking for Ron. I watched your series but I was hoping you would bring the camera inside. Thanks for sharing.

[@toyota4x437]

conduit in your shop is mint!

[@TylerHarney]

Brilliant! Incredible craftsmanship!

[@punknotdead261]

I built his workbench :P

[@TylerHarney]

Oh snap Antoine Descôteaux you're on G+! Ha ha

[@punknotdead261]

Seems like :p

[@alexxxg310]

You have amazing organizational skills. It's great to see someone who takes our line of work so seriously. I didn't notice you describing a place for step ladders. Or did I miss it?

[@TheSmartWoodshop]

+Alex Gabriel Biagioni Alex, in one of the videos, I show that 3 (a 7' & (2) 4') step ladders stand up next to the tall cabinet on the right.

[@nbraszedan7909]

Very cool

[@jupriv7652]

certain that your work is better than your perfect mobile shop.

[@timtstro79]

Your mobile workshops and benches are awesome. I'm curious if you have any suggestions on how to add a siding brake into this trailer and making it a little more functional. Right now I place mine in the center while transporting and set it up on saw horses while using. I'd like to make it more functional cause it's always I the way. I also added a roll out camper awning to the exterior of my trailer so when it rains I can still work in a dry space and shading from the sun! You have great ideas! Thank you for sharing them

[@duelette]

Awesome set up! I have been in the bizz for 36 years working out of the back of a pickup with a topper. I just never seem to have the time or the energy to build this setup, I'm to busy working six days a week to pay my bills. My tools don't look like new either. Maybe when I retire I could do this. It would be great to have a clean shop and everything in its place but as long as I need to build stuff it's going to be sawdust, worn out cords and boxes of screws tipping over.

[@psychobunny32]

very nice!!

[@dhrcrew2493]

Great trailer setup! I am OCD when it comes to being organized. Always looking for a better way to be more efficient. Thanks for the video.

[@ScooterTraveler]

Ron I always look forward to your videos. I was wondering if in the future you could film some residential cabinet making and installs. Or just some basic building topics like installing trim, framing, flooring etc. You are such a great teacher by videos I am sure I, as well as others could learn a lot. thank you so much for the videos you have produced already.

[@TheSmartWoodshop]

I have attempted to video some projects, but have failed to attend to the video camera. I seem to have hours of useless video that editing would only make worse. I might have to see about getting some video talent to help out. I have also, thought about building a studio that I could hang doors & windows, set cabinets and trim. It would not be the same as an actual project, but still a good way to demonstrate techniques. If I could only get time away from those pesky clients, you know the ones that pay the bills:0)

[@ScooterTraveler]

Ron Paulk That would be great Ron Paulk trade school. I'd sign up.

[@tomd7515]

Brilliant.

[@TheSmartWoodshop]

Thank You

[@jujurock64]

AWESOME

[@justgonnastay]

I LOVE those Viewtainers! When I was a satellite installer they made it so easy to have enough connectors/fasteners to do the total job right in your tool belt. This is the first video I have ever watched of yours, and it earned you a subscription. I learned about you from Jay Bates, another youtuber who admires your work. Good stuff.

[@matermark]

+Chris Moore Never seen them before this video... I found them on Amazon but can get expensive that way... not available at Home Depot, at least not online. Where did you get them? Nice job Ron... feel free to jump in here anytime if you'd like.

[@justgonnastay]

I got mine at Home Depot, but it's been a few years.

[@SuperFunkydawg]

nice build bro

[@redwood1957]

very nice

[@dpeagles]

Great video Ron. I have gotten pretty far on my own trailer. I used a lot of your ideas. Very inspiring.

[@TheSmartWoodshop]

Email me some photos, I would love to post them on the Paulk Facebook and Pinterest pages.

[@jaytomes2856]

Ron, great layout!! I know you have had trailers in the past, but I would be curious to see an update sometime in the future on any changes that may happen.

[@TheSmartWoodshop]

Jay, you bet. I am sure the trailer will evolve. I have already added a second Kapex needing a space and planning on picking up a very interesting portable table saw in the near future.

[@MrGlenlaurel1]

Wow!