Saturday Morning Workshop: Folding

Mobile Workbench

Build this handy mobile workbench that folds up to only 7 in. You only
need two hours, some 2x4s, 3/4-in. plywood and 8’ of 1x4.

Courtesy of the Family Handyman

 Introduction
Want a mobile workbench with a sizable work area that folds up to only 7 in. thick? The
materials to make the one shown here cost about $100 at home centers. Or, build it any size
that suits your home shop by adjusting the frame sizes to accommodate the folding parts.
Matt Boley

Tools Required
1. Drill/driver
2. Jigsaw
3. Miter saw
4. Table saw or Circular saw

Materials Required
1. 1-3/4" Construction screws
2. 1x4 Pine (8’)
3. 2x4 Pine (24’)
4. 3" Construction screws
5. 3" locking swivel casters (4)
6. 3” Butt hinges (8)
7. 3/4" Plywood (Two – 2’x4’ sheets)
8. 5" strap hinges (4)
9. Hook-and-eye latches (2)
10. wood glue
Cutting List
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