This project was built and designed by Alex from Bevelish Creations. It’s a mobile, custom-fit storage cabinet built to keep all table saw accessories neatly organized, improving workflow and saving time in any shop.
Designed to slide directly under the table saw, this compact cabinet holds saw blades, jigs, push sticks, and other frequently used tools in one accessible location. It’s a thoughtful solution to one of the most common workshop frustrations—cluttered workspaces and scattered accessories.
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Why Build a Dedicated Storage Cabinet?
Even the most well-equipped shops often suffer from disorganization around the table saw. Accessories get buried under workpieces or end up spread across the shop, forcing woodworkers to stop mid-cut and search for the right tool.
Alex tackles this issue by designing a rolling cabinet that tucks under the saw. This keeps everything close at hand and encourages better tool habits by making the right accessories easy to reach.
Digital Design with Shapr3D
Alex begins the project by modeling the cabinet in Shapr3D on an iPad. This approach allows for careful planning, precise dimensions, and an optimized cutting layout before any wood is cut.
An early design choice was to remove the stock legs of the table saw to make room for the new cabinet. This lets the unit sit directly within the mobile base footprint, maximizing available space while maintaining portability.
Material Prep and Assembly
The cabinet is constructed from plywood, chosen for its stability and strength. Full sheets are broken down with the table saw, and the build incorporates dados for sliding blade trays, ensuring tight and consistent joints.
Each dado is cut with repeatable fence settings, allowing the trays to slide smoothly between panels. Pocket screws and glue are used throughout for fast, reliable assembly without clamps.
Alex uses small plywood scraps as spacers to position dividers evenly during glue-up. This trick helps maintain accuracy while keeping the build process efficient.
Custom Blade Trays
One of the standout features of this project is the series of sliding trays designed to hold different types of saw blades. These trays store standard 10-inch blades, dado stack components, and chippers, all in separate compartments.
Each tray includes a built-in finger pull with an engraved label, making it easy to grab the right blade quickly. While Alex uses a CNC to cut the profiles, the same shapes can be made with a jigsaw, router, or hand tools.
The trays slide into dado slots built into the side panels and stay in place without any extra hardware. This keeps everything secure but still easy to access.
Drawer Construction and Vertical Storage
Alongside the blade trays, the cabinet features several drawer boxes built from plywood. These drawers are assembled quickly using glue and brad nails, focusing on utility rather than fine joinery.
A tall vertical drawer is added to one side of the cabinet for storing larger or awkwardly shaped accessories. Inside this vertical section, a shelf made from scrap plywood is installed to hold grippers and other items that don’t fit well in a standard drawer.
The layout is intentionally modular. Builders can modify the number of drawers, shelf heights, or internal dividers to suit their specific tool collection.
Clean Finishing and Mobile Design
To tie the cabinet into the rest of the shop visually, Alex paints the entire unit black and adds a clear protective topcoat. Spray paint provides an even finish, while the clear coat guards against wear and dust buildup.
Casters are mounted to the bottom of the cabinet so it can roll easily within the shop. This mobility is especially useful for cleaning or repositioning tools around changing workspace needs.
Practical Benefits in the Workshop
This project goes beyond just making a cabinet—it improves how a workspace functions. With all the essential accessories stored in one place, workflow becomes faster and more focused.
The design also encourages better habits. When tools have a specific home, they’re more likely to be put back where they belong, reducing clutter and increasing productivity over time.
A Project for Any Skill Level
While some elements of the build—like the blade trays—are easier with a CNC machine, everything in this cabinet can be replicated with standard woodworking tools. The structure relies on plywood, pocket screws, glue, and a few jigs to make it repeatable and accessible.
Alex also offers free downloadable plans, giving woodworkers a head start on building their own version. These plans can be customized based on the brand or model of your saw and the types of accessories you use most.
Build Once, Benefit Daily
This table saw storage cabinet is a project that pays dividends every time you step into the shop. Whether you’re cutting sheet goods or working on fine joinery, having everything within reach saves time and reduces distractions.
From CAD design to finishing touches, Alex shows how planning, execution, and a smart layout can turn scrap space under a saw into one of the most useful storage areas in the shop.
Learn more about this project here: https://www.rockler.com/learn/table-saw-storage-cabinet-project-plan/.