Multi-Purpose Mobile Tool Stand

This project was created by Steve Ramsey from Woodworking for Mere Mortals, and it’s perfect for anyone looking to enhance their workspace. In this guide, you’ll learn how to build a mobile tool stand that can accommodate various tools, including a bandsaw, and is designed for easy access and mobility.

Materials and Tools Needed

  • 3/4 inch plywood (4×8 sheet)
  • 1/2 inch plywood (for drawer construction)
  • Quarter inch plywood (for drawer bottoms)
  • Wood glue
  • Brad nailer (optional)
  • Circular saw
  • Dado stack for table saw
  • Heavy-duty locking casters
  • Paste wax (for easy drawer movement)
  • Drill and screws

Step 1: Break Down the Plywood

Start by breaking down the large sheet of plywood into manageable pieces using your circular saw and an edge guide. Place the plywood on a sheet of foam insulation to protect the surface and make cutting easier.

Breaking down plywood with a circular saw

Step 2: Prepare the Sides of the Cabinet

Cut the two sides of the cabinet and create grooves to hold the drawer runners. Make sure to measure the height according to your preference, as everyone has different comfort levels when working.

Cutting grooves for drawer runners

Step 3: Cut the Top and Back

Next, cut a groove in the top piece to divide the two top drawers. This is also a good time to dry fit the components to ensure everything aligns correctly.

Dry fitting the cabinet components

Step 4: Assemble the Cabinet

Glue the cabinet together along the rabbet joints and use a brad nailer for quicker assembly. If you don’t have a brad nailer, clamps will work just fine.

Assembling the cabinet

Step 5: Create the Drawers

Set up your dado stack to cut rabbets for the drawer construction. Use scraps of quarter inch plywood for the drawer bottoms. Remember to make the drawers slightly smaller than the openings to ensure they fit smoothly.

Cutting drawer components

Step 6: Attach Drawer Faces

Line up the drawer faces with the top edges and secure them with screws. For a more finished look, consider having the top drawer faces extend slightly higher than others.

Attaching drawer faces with screws

Step 7: Install the Casters

Finally, attach the heavy-duty locking casters to the bottom of the cabinet. This will allow for easy mobility, ensuring your tool stand can be moved around the workshop as needed.

Attaching casters to the cabinet

Step 8: Final Touches

Apply paste wax to the runners and drawer bottoms to ensure smooth operation when opening and closing the drawers. Your mobile tool stand is now ready for use!

Applying paste wax for smooth drawer movement

With this guide, you now have all the steps necessary to create your own multi-purpose mobile tool stand. For detailed plans, visit shopwwmm.com.

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