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Workshop ideas to create a well-organized workshop with plenty of storage space and work space for all your DIY projects.

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Taller Table Hack

I slipped the pipes onto the legs and it raised the table about 6 in.,...

Grocery Bag Shoe Covers

When I'm working outside and have messy work shoes, I will step into plastic grocery...

Peel-and-Stick Vinyl Work Surface

I use peel-and-stick vinyl tiles on all of the work surfaces in my home shop,...

Saddles for Sawhorses

The rough, saw-chewed top rails of most sawhorses can scratch finished wood or the painted...

Reader Project: Timber-Frame Shop

From planning to finishing, Mike spent three years on his shop. He had lots of help from...

Reader Project: Backyard Starfighter

Darth Vader is no match for Anthony and Matthew Rubino and their X-wing fighter. Their...

21 Outstanding Reader Projects

Creating clever storage units, stellar bonus spaces, quirky pet projects and more, The Family Handyman...

Reader Project: Skinny Workshop Cart

Seeing the Skinny Laundry Room Cart idea in The Family Handyman’s May 2012 issue gave...

Hands-Free Light Hack

Turn pliers into a flashlight stand. Place the handle of the flashlight in the jaws...

Use an Rx Bottle for Earplug Storage

I received a storage tube with a pack of earplugs that I purchased years back....

Easy-to-Build Benchtop Organizer

Combine plastic bins with a simple plywood cabinet to super-organize small stuff.

16 Reader Projects from The Family Handyman

We love seeing your versions of projects from The Family Handyman—so we’re showing them off!...

Reader Project: Drill Dock

Using The Family Handyman’s Drill Dock project plans, originally published in the September 2017 issue,...

Reader Project: Super Bench

We love seeing different spins on our projects, such as this Super Bench by reader...

10 Real-Life Wood Workbench Plans and Inspiration Photos

Fan Spotlight: These readers shared photos of their completed garage workbenches, many of which were...
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Build a Portable Sawhorse Table

Learn how to make this solid, multipurpose sawhorse work table.
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How to Install Laminate Work Surfaces in Your Workshop

Installing plastic laminate isn't that scary once you've tried it a time or two.
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Build a Table Saw Miter Sled

In less than an hour, you can be making perfect picture frames with help from...

Ken’s Favorite Shop Tips

These tips have all passed the test of time

Storage: How to Store Clamps

Find the right clamp when you need it! Here's a great collection of tips for...

Clever Tool Storage: Drill Bits and Other Pointy Tools

Try this quick, simple solution to workbench clutter

Classic DIY Workbench Plans

A timeless design that's simple and strong

Wood Work Bench

Rugged, compact and easy to build

Table Saw Jigs: Build a Table Saw Sled

Get dead-on square cuts and 45-degree miter cuts every time!

Storing Your Compact Compressor

Save floor space and get organized with this sturdy compressor stand

DIY Workbench Upgrades

Our favorite ways to add storage, convenience and handy features to any workbench

Vacuum Attachment for Adjustable Dust Control

Keep your workshop dust-free

Workshop Organization Tips

5 one day projects to improve your shop

How to Build Workbenches: 4 Knockdown Designs

4 space-saving designs that set up in seconds.

Some of Our Favorite Shop Tips

Looking for ways to work smarter in your woodshop? Here are 19 tips from a...