Workshop Projects

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Mobile Clamping Station

This clamping station is a great multitasker. One side of the top hosts an array of hold-downs. The other supports your pipe clamps. One of the constant complaints I hear from woodworkers is about shop space — the lack of it that is. The lament is mostly along the...

Mobile Cutoff Bin

This handy cart provides a home for all those cutoffs that are too good to throw away. When you're in the middle of a project having a place to toss the cutoffs is pretty important. This mobile bin is the perfect solution. Your may want to park it right next to your...

Mobile Miter Saw Station

With this portable saw station your miter saw works even harder. It combines extension wings for long stock with a stop system for accurate repeat cuts. To support long workpieces a pair of extension wings attach to the ends of the station. For portability these wings...

Mobile Planer Stand

Make your shop workhorse even more productive with this handy project. This project starts with a rugged plywood case that puts the planer at just the right working height. A drawer for accessories a large open storage area and locking casters round out the case. But...

Mobile Sanding Station

Simple construction mobility and industrial grade features make this sanding station a dust collection dynamo. The clouds of dust produced by power sanders make sanding most woodworkers' least favorite task when building a project. Thankfully this mobile sanding...

Modern Power Tool Bench

With a large worksurface and plenty of storage this bench is sure to be the center of attention. Just about every shop could use another worksurface. Power tool storage is always at a premium as well. This workbench addresses both of these needs and even throws in a...

Modular Garage Storage

Inexpensive and easy to build this wall-mounted system is a great way to add versatile storage to any shop. The key to getting the most out of any storage space is designing a system that’s versatile enough to meet both current and future needs. What’s even better is...

Modular One-Wall Workshop

Mix and match components to build a workshop storage system that perfectly fits your space and needs. It doesn’t take long for a shop to fill up with tools accessories and supplies. The trick is organizing things so you can find what you need. The shop storage system...

Modular Shop Cabinets

These cabinets are the ideal storage solution for any shop. Constructed with framing lumber the modular design allows you to configure them to match the space in your shop. As seen on the set of the Woodsmith Shop... Take a look around your shop for a minute. How are...

Modular Storage Boxes

If you’re looking to organize the tools in your shop this system of multi-sized boxes and mobile storage cases will serve you well. Over time I’ve amassed a wide array of tools that come in all shapes and sizes. It seems like wishful thinking but it would be nice to...

DEWALT Random Orbit Sander
Dewalt variable speed, 5-inch random orbital sander

5-inch Variable-Speed Random Orbital Sander from Industry-leader DEWALT comes with a hook-and-loop pad to make changing sanding discs simple. A powerful 3-amp motor delivers between 8,000 and 12,000 OPM.

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