Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
In this video, I’m creating a new and improved workbench packed with all the features I’ve been wanting. Since this isn’t a budget project, I didn’t limit myself at all! Thanks for watching—I hope you like the video! Below, you’ll find the full build plans, a list of materials, and the tools I used to put it all together.
NEW Workbench Plans: diycreators.gumroad.com/l/diycWorkbench
All my woodworking plans: gumroad.com/diycreators
Materials
• (5) Sheets of Plywood homedepot.sjv.io/3JRA0X
• (2) 3/8in Wood dowel homedepot.sjv.io/9L9Gd0
• 1/4in Wood dowel homedepot.sjv.io/55qaPj
• Wood glue amzn.to/4jMLcBG
• Sand Paper amzn.to/3RZsQRD
• Iron Ore Gray paint
• Foam roller amzn.to/4iO8bL7
• Clear Face shield amzn.to/4kbxwjk
Hardware
• (QTY) Pocket hole screws - amzn.to/3RW7ZyE
• (QTY) #8 1-3/4in Power Pro Wood Screw - amzn.to/43hM4s1
• (QTY) #8 1-1/4 Wood Screw – amzn.to/4dbcn6H
• (QTY) #8 3in Wood Screw -
• Drawer slide - amzn.to/4dc7WIT
• Kreg Clamp Trak Kit amzn.to/3SpNLgG
• 10in Jaw Vise amzn.to/4jTXb0o
• Lag screws for vise amzn.to/3YBuGMm
• Adjustable Feet amzn.to/4k5ftMh
• Casters amzn.to/3GKqIL0
• Small Brackets amzn.to/4d6mGc2
• Corner brace large for the vise amzn.to/43cGMwJ
• Magnetic Tool holder amzn.to/4jMLmZD
• Metal Slab (Optional at Local metal supply) planned for 1/4in but switched to 3/4in
• Tap & Die Set amzn.to/3StnLBa
Bench Dog accessories
• Aluminum bench dogs tools amzn.to/3StnLBa
• Rockler bench dogs kits amzn.to/3F1JWvh
• Bench dog accessories amzn.to/4keyoUl
• Bench Clamp amzn.to/4m8Tghr
LED & Soldering
• LED remote & Controller amzn.to/4iXl7yh
• (2) LED strips amzn.to/3RVzAA4
• Power bank for LED amzn.to/4m6Hnsz
• Wire to extend LED amzn.to/44y3iCI
• Shrink Tube: amzn.to/42YgtKs
• Hot glue gun: amzn.to/43w32lB
• Terminal block: amzn.to/4iWKD6S
• Soldering station: amzn.to/3GOMUUl
Tools
• Drill Press amzn.to/4mebMoU
• Woodworking clamp amzn.to/3Shxx9H
• Table saw
• JessEm Steel precision square amzn.to/3GYZ64S
• JessEm Steel measuring amzn.to/4m6ZqP5
• Miter saw amzn.to/4m8UwRH
• Circular saw amzn.to/44uh5dj
• Plunge router amzn.to/4k43Rs8
• Trim router amzn.to/3ELgOsb
• Jigsaw amzn.to/4md5Lc4
• Drill amzn.to/433VfuS
• Right angle drill amzn.to/3FaEYw6
• Right angle drill attachment amzn.to/3GKIf5T
• Pin Nailer amzn.to/43cIG0l
• Pocket hole jig amzn.to/44wTAR2
• Flush cut saw amzn.to/439gVWv
• 3/4in Forstner Bit amzn.to/4jGEKfn
• 1/2 in Forstner Bit
• 2in hole saw bit amzn.to/42RryOV
• Router straight bit for template amzn.to/4jMTj0Q
• Radius Jig Router amzn.to/4m84nY0
• Sander: amzn.to/43aqX9R
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VIDEO CHAPTERS:
00:00 – Intro
00:51 - Cutting Plywood for Workbench
02:38 - Assembling Workbench Legs
05:16 - Constructing the Workbench Frame
10:11 - Adding Storage Shelves
12:21 - Creating Suspended Storage Shelf
13:39 - Inside Part of Workbench
16:21 - Building Tool Drawer
16:42 - Adding Bench Dog Holes
19:28 - Installing Metal Strip on Top
22:09 - Drilling Holes for Assembly
24:20 - Making Front Trim for Workbench
27:52 - Painting Workbench Parts
29:00 - Cutting LED Strips for Lighting
33:00 - Installing Casters for Mobility
35:45 - Making Shapes for Design
37:30 - Installing Universal Tracks
39:51 - Cleaning Up Edges of Workbench
40:10 - Adding Metal Panel to Surface
41:38 - Installing LED Cover
42:38 - Overview of Completed Workbench
46:11 - Final Thoughts on Project
Affiliate Links Disclaimer:
Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. This means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase through these links. Thank you for supporting the channel!
#diycreators #workbench #modern #DIYProjects #WorkshopOrganization
In this video, I’m creating a new and improved workbench packed with all the features I’ve been wanting. Since this isn’t a budget project, I didn’t limit myself at all! Thanks for watching—I hope you like the video! Below, you’ll find the full build plans, a list of materials, and the tools I used to put it all together.
NEW Workbench Plans: diycreators.gumroad.com/l/diycWorkbench
All my woodworking plans: gumroad.com/diycreators
Materials
• (5) Sheets of Plywood homedepot.sjv.io/3JRA0X
• (2) 3/8in Wood dowel homedepot.sjv.io/9L9Gd0
• 1/4in Wood dowel homedepot.sjv.io/55qaPj
• Wood glue amzn.to/4jMLcBG
• Sand Paper amzn.to/3RZsQRD
• Iron Ore Gray paint
• Foam roller amzn.to/4iO8bL7
• Clear Face shield amzn.to/4kbxwjk
Hardware
• (QTY) Pocket hole screws - amzn.to/3RW7ZyE
• (QTY) #8 1-3/4in Power Pro Wood Screw - amzn.to/43hM4s1
• (QTY) #8 1-1/4 Wood Screw – amzn.to/4dbcn6H
• (QTY) #8 3in Wood Screw -
• Drawer slide - amzn.to/4dc7WIT
• Kreg Clamp Trak Kit amzn.to/3SpNLgG
• 10in Jaw Vise amzn.to/4jTXb0o
• Lag screws for vise amzn.to/3YBuGMm
• Adjustable Feet amzn.to/4k5ftMh
• Casters amzn.to/3GKqIL0
• Small Brackets amzn.to/4d6mGc2
• Corner brace large for the vise amzn.to/43cGMwJ
• Magnetic Tool holder amzn.to/4jMLmZD
• Metal Slab (Optional at Local metal supply) planned for 1/4in but switched to 3/4in
• Tap & Die Set amzn.to/3StnLBa
Bench Dog accessories
• Aluminum bench dogs tools amzn.to/3StnLBa
• Rockler bench dogs kits amzn.to/3F1JWvh
• Bench dog accessories amzn.to/4keyoUl
• Bench Clamp amzn.to/4m8Tghr
LED & Soldering
• LED remote & Controller amzn.to/4iXl7yh
• (2) LED strips amzn.to/3RVzAA4
• Power bank for LED amzn.to/4m6Hnsz
• Wire to extend LED amzn.to/44y3iCI
• Shrink Tube: amzn.to/42YgtKs
• Hot glue gun: amzn.to/43w32lB
• Terminal block: amzn.to/4iWKD6S
• Soldering station: amzn.to/3GOMUUl
Tools
• Drill Press amzn.to/4mebMoU
• Woodworking clamp amzn.to/3Shxx9H
• Table saw
• JessEm Steel precision square amzn.to/3GYZ64S
• JessEm Steel measuring amzn.to/4m6ZqP5
• Miter saw amzn.to/4m8UwRH
• Circular saw amzn.to/44uh5dj
• Plunge router amzn.to/4k43Rs8
• Trim router amzn.to/3ELgOsb
• Jigsaw amzn.to/4md5Lc4
• Drill amzn.to/433VfuS
• Right angle drill amzn.to/3FaEYw6
• Right angle drill attachment amzn.to/3GKIf5T
• Pin Nailer amzn.to/43cIG0l
• Pocket hole jig amzn.to/44wTAR2
• Flush cut saw amzn.to/439gVWv
• 3/4in Forstner Bit amzn.to/4jGEKfn
• 1/2 in Forstner Bit
• 2in hole saw bit amzn.to/42RryOV
• Router straight bit for template amzn.to/4jMTj0Q
• Radius Jig Router amzn.to/4m84nY0
• Sander: amzn.to/43aqX9R
Subscribe: If you are not already subscribing to my channel: bit.ly/1PtWJEd
VIDEO CHAPTERS:
00:00 – Intro
00:51 - Cutting Plywood for Workbench
02:38 - Assembling Workbench Legs
05:16 - Constructing the Workbench Frame
10:11 - Adding Storage Shelves
12:21 - Creating Suspended Storage Shelf
13:39 - Inside Part of Workbench
16:21 - Building Tool Drawer
16:42 - Adding Bench Dog Holes
19:28 - Installing Metal Strip on Top
22:09 - Drilling Holes for Assembly
24:20 - Making Front Trim for Workbench
27:52 - Painting Workbench Parts
29:00 - Cutting LED Strips for Lighting
33:00 - Installing Casters for Mobility
35:45 - Making Shapes for Design
37:30 - Installing Universal Tracks
39:51 - Cleaning Up Edges of Workbench
40:10 - Adding Metal Panel to Surface
41:38 - Installing LED Cover
42:38 - Overview of Completed Workbench
46:11 - Final Thoughts on Project
Affiliate Links Disclaimer:
Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. This means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase through these links. Thank you for supporting the channel!
#diycreators #workbench #modern #DIYProjects #WorkshopOrganization
