Table Saw & Miter Saw Workbench Plans (Imperial) - DIY Woodworking PDF

This DIY table saw & miter saw workbench plan (Imperial) shows you how to build a durable mobile woodworking workbench designed to house both tools in one compact footprint, perfect for small to medium workshops. The design creates a large flat work surface while allowing the miter saw shelf to rotate out of the way when not in use, creating an efficient workstation for cutting, assembly, and material handling.

What’s Included
This workbench system is organized into three documents, each with a specific purpose.
1. Main Workbench Plans
The primary build document.
Includes:

• Complete step-by-step build instructions

• Structural assembly sequence

• Cut list and supply list

• Hardware references and diagrams
All measurements are based on standard North American 2×4 lumber
(actual size 1½″ × 3½″).

2. Modification Guide
Use this guide if your tools differ from the original layout.
Learn how to:

• Measure your miter saw and table saw

• Adjust the rotating miter saw shelf
• Modify the table saw opening

• Follow a beginner-friendly build option
The examples use a Bosch GCM12SD miter saw, but the same methods apply to other saws.

3. Lumber Variation Guide
Use this guide only if building with alternate lumber sizes.
Includes full diagrams and adjusted measurements for:
• Planed 2×4 lumber
Final size: 1⅜″ × 3⅜″
• True-size dimensional lumber
Final size: 1 13⁄16″ × 3 5⁄8″
When using alternate lumber sizes, the Lumber Variation Guide provides all measurements, while the Main Workbench Plans provide the assembly sequence.

Digital Plan Details
• Imperial (inch-based) measurements

• Delivered as PDF files

• Compatible with computer, tablet, or phone

• Designed for easy printing on 8.5″ × 11″ paper

Includes:

• Cut list

• Supply list

• Hardware references

• Links to commonly used products
(Some links reference Amazon products. As an Amazon Associate I earn a small commission at no additional cost to you.)

Workbench Dimensions
Overall footprint:
96″ long × 48″ wide × 35–36″ high (depending on caster height)
Maximum supported tool sizes:
Table Saw

• Width: 26 11⁄16″ (adjustable up to 36″)

• Height: 15¾″

• Depth: 25⅞″
Miter Saw
• Width: 27⅞″
• Height (base to table): 4¼″
• Depth: 23⅞″

Key Features
✔ Rotating miter saw shelf (180° rotation)

✔ Large flat work surface when the saw is stowed

✔ Adjustable shelves to level tools with the bench top

✔ Built-in outfeed table capability

✔ Large lower storage shelf

✔ Mobile design for flexible shop layouts

✔ Replaceable plywood work surface

✔ Heavy-duty construction designed for long-term use

See the Workbench in Action
Watch the build on YouTube
https://youtu.be/X8EaSV5F76k

Customer Builds & Community
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Tools Required
• Table saw

• Miter saw

• Router

• Circular saw

• Jig saw or hand saw

• Drill

Build Tips
Circular Saw
For accurate cuts, use a straight guide with your circular saw. A level or straight board works well, simply clamp it to the workpiece and run the saw along the guide.

30° Cut on Page 60
A plunge saw and guide make this cut easier, but it can also be completed with a 30° chamfer router bit and router, which is described in the plans.

Drilling the Rotating Shelf
Two holes must be drilled accurately for the rotating shelf mechanism. A drill press works well, but a hand drill is perfectly acceptable. The key is keeping the drill close to 90° while drilling.

General Tip
Accurate 90° cuts on the legs will make the entire build easier. Small errors can often be corrected with shims, but starting with square cuts will save time later in the build.
An engineer’s square is an inexpensive tool that quickly becomes one of the most useful tools in the shop.

Important Notes
• This is a digital download (no physical product will be shipped).

• Files are delivered instantly after purchase through Etsy.

• Plans are written in Imperial measurements.

Plan Updates
These plans are regularly updated and improved.
If updates are released after your purchase, simply re-download the files from your Etsy account to receive the latest version.

Plan Update & Revision History
EDIT Apr 01, 2026 - Add pg 56A for UB4 and UB5 Placement instructions.
EDIT Mar 26, 2026 – Revised lower assembly bracing layout (pgs 09, 30, 31, 34, 35). Four lower braces were repositioned to a staggered layout to improve fastening access and prevent screw interference.
EDIT Mar 23, 2026 - Correct Dimension for UB4 / UB5 thickness (pg 55).
EDIT Mar 18, 2026 – Clarified 8 ft 2×4 lumber length requirement (pg 06).
EDIT Mar 13, 2026 – Added builder tip clarifying 1 5/8" flange access holes (pg 54).
EDIT Mar 12, 2026 – Major update. Reorganized the workbench system into three documents: Main Workbench Plans, Modification Guide, and new Lumber Variation Guide. Added watermarking and various plan refinements for improved clarity and usability.
EDIT Mar 03, 2026 - Add pg 45A to Modification Guide
EDIT Feb 22, 2026 - Update Modification Guide pg's 39A, 42, 51, 52, 54, 58, 59, 60 to reflect material thickness changes.
EDIT Feb 18, 2026 – Reorganized and expanded the Supply List. Original page 05 removed and replaced with pages 5A and 5B for improved clarity, grouping of hardware, and easier purchasing reference.
EDIT Jan 07, 2026 – Added a new introductory page explaining the three lumber size options, the purpose of each plan PDF, and how to choose the correct version before starting the build.
EDIT Jan 06, 2026 - Corrected the measurements on page 33 for UB4A and UB5A to 39 inches. The illustration previously showed the wrong dimension, but the paragraph text contained the correct measurement.
EDIT Dec 13, 2025 – Added instruction regarding miter saw width (pg 03).
EDIT Dec 12, 2025 – Added pg 13B: Optional T-slot instruction.
EDIT Oct 17, 2025 – Updated links (pg 05).
EDIT Jul 20, 2025 – Added optional lock washer instruction (pg 54). EDIT Jul 18, 2025 – Added instruction regarding hardware size to the Modification Guide (pg 39).
EDIT Mar 10, 2025 – Added pages 39–60 to the Modification Guide for planed 2×4 lumber (3⅜″ × 1⅜″).
EDIT Feb 21, 2025 – Added pages 29–38 to the Modification Guide (Beginner & Novice Woodworkers).
EDIT Feb 21, 2025 – Added optional instruction (pg 04).
EDIT Feb 04, 2025 – Added instruction (pg 13A).
EDIT Jan 17, 2025 – Added instruction (pg 46).
EDIT Dec 22, 2024 – Added optional instruction (pg 60A).
EDIT Nov 17, 2024 – Added optional instruction (pg 39).
EDIT Nov 14, 2024 – Added instruction (pg 74).
EDIT Aug 24, 2024 – Added the Modification Guide.
EDIT Jul 22, 2024 – Corrected measurement for ½″ threaded rod chart (pg 80).
EDIT Jun 03, 2024 – Added dimensional (true-size lumber) plan version.
EDIT Jun 01, 2024 – Corrected measurement to 8½″ (pg 57).
EDIT May 28, 2024 – Added safety precautions (pg 04).
EDIT May 27, 2024 – Corrected wording for “Hex Lag Screw” (pg 05). EDIT May 27, 2024 – Added missing instruction (pg 69).
EDIT May 25, 2024 – Updated links (pg 05).
EDIT May 06, 2024 – Added additional detail for miter saw measurement (pg 03).
EDIT May 06, 2024 – Added “LEG3” label to diagram (pg 31).
EDIT May 06, 2024 – Corrected “Proceed to next page” instruction (pg 60).
EDIT May 06, 2024 – Added note regarding optional hex jam nut (pg 82).
EDIT May 06, 2024 – Added clarification for “Latch Pin Mark” (pg 94). EDIT May 06, 2024 – Added instruction to lock shelf in place (pg 95). EDIT May 06, 2024 – Added option for rounding-over bit (pg 98)