In “How to Make a Laminated Work Surface for a Miter Saw Station,” Jordan from Everyday Builds takes viewers through the process of creating durable and functional work surfaces for his miter saw station.
This project is designed to enhance any workshop by adding versatile work surfaces that incorporate an integrated combination track for added functionality.
Jordan begins by explaining the project’s simplicity and accessibility, making it suitable for woodworkers at any skill level.
He uses MDF for the base layer due to its flatness and cost-effectiveness, cutting it to size before moving on to the second layer. This layer, also made of MDF, is cut into individual pieces to accommodate the combination track, which will sit flush within the work surface.
The combination track is a key feature of this project, offering the flexibility to use T-track accessories and a miter track. Jordan highlights the benefits of this track, such as using Woodpeckers Stealth Stops for consistent cuts or easily moving the stop out of the way for longer cuts. This functionality makes the work surface highly adaptable for various projects.
Jordan’s approach involves careful planning and assembly, including gluing and screwing the layers together, ensuring a strong and stable work surface. He also shares a pro tip: using the combination track itself as a spacer during assembly for perfect alignment.
The edge banding process adds a finishing touch to the work surfaces, with Jordan choosing maple for its hardness and affordability. He meticulously prepares the edge banding, ensuring it fits perfectly around the combination track and enhances the overall look and durability of the work surfaces.
Jordan’s tutorial is not just about building a functional workspace; it’s about creating a work surface that adds value and versatility to the workshop. His detailed explanation and practical tips make this project accessible to woodworkers looking to upgrade their miter saw stations with custom work surfaces.
For a detailed guide on creating these laminated work surfaces with an integrated combination track, watch Jordan’s video: How to Make a Laminated Work Surface for a Miter Saw Station.