If you’re a do-it-yourselfer, here’s a great way to maximize valuable shop space: a full-size, wall-mounted workbench that folds up into a neat, 13-inch-deep package. It even has space for a built-in light and plenty of storage shelves. We make this project easy with our folding workbench plans.

The workbench is as easy to use as it is to build. To close, fold the lightbox down, remove the cross braces from the legs, lift the benchtop and latch into place. Fold the legs into the bottom of the benchtop, shoot the bolt and slide the cross braces in behind the legs.

The project measures about 72 inches long by 34 inches deep by 74 inches tall. It folds up to about 72 inches long by 13 inches deep by 34 inches tall.

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    • WWGOA Team
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      Yes! Here is a tutorial video on this topic available to premium members: http://www.wwgoa.com/video/how-to-inlay-wood-with-a-router-003111/
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  10. Edward W
    Edward W

    I have three work benches, two in my garage, which I can’t get to (garden stuff). I have one in my shed that, I keep thinking of tearing out and redo it. MMMMM! I have some great plans I drew up, but it’s really hard to get this 74 year old body to move.

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  13. ricardo ziehl
    ricardo ziehl

    I want to build a Pergola with white cedar logs, do you have something that can help me? Thank you in advance.

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    • WWGOA Team
      WWGOA Team

      If you use the search function on the WWGOA site (found in the upper right hand corner) and search for “rustic furniture” you will find a few resources that might be applicable to your project.

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      Hi, William! This is a Premium plan. To access this plan, please login using your username and password.

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  17. Michael
    Michael

    Hey Guys. Great job. I am a premium member. I love the step by step instructions. Much better than most sites for sure. I just luv it 🙂 Question. I have a basement shop. I lease, so I can’t drill holes in the cinderblock. Therefore can’t do the top part, or can I????? I am going to work up to this bench, I’m an amature, and I do have a full shop. Your help/answer would be GREATLY appreciated. If you recommend another plan or bench, please do. I need to keep it fairly simple though til I get more experience. I’m a 100% disabled vet, and sometimes challenged due to it…Blessings…Michael

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    • Customer Service
      Customer Service

      Hi, Michael. I would suggest exploring with your landlord the possibility of fastening this unit to your wall. Many landlords would allow this as long as you patched up the holes when you move out, or leave the bench. Having said that, if that doesn’t work out, I would suggest building a traditional workbench with a simple base, plywood top, etc. You could use the folding workbench plan as a starting point, but just build the base and make it non-folding for better stability. A nice cheap upgrade would be to find some kitchen base cabinets that someone is throwing out, and use those as the base and put a plywood top on that. Quick, simple, and works great.

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  18. Levent
    Levent

    I cannot download the plan; instead of the plans page an error page comes out. Can you please help me with this issue…

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    • Customer Service
      Customer Service

      Please contact us at 1-855-253-0822; our Customer Service Team would be happy to assist you!

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    • Customer Service
      Customer Service

      Hi, Tony. We’re happy to hear you are interested in joining. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at 1-855-253-0822.

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    • Customer Service
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      Hi, Spencer. You will need to be logged in as a Premium Member in order to access these plans.

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  30. james conner
    james conner

    I have moved and because my space is now limited a folding workbench would be perfect.

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  33. David Sorensen
    David Sorensen

    Love the idea,I share the garage with my son. He is a auto mechanic,so floor space is tight.

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    • Customer Service
      Customer Service

      Hello Marci,

      We are sorry that you are not able to see the plan. Please make sure that you are logged into your account, using the Login button in the upper right hand corner of the page, prior to viewing the plan. If you are still not able to access the plan, please contact our customer service team at 1-855-253-0822 and they will trouble shoot the problem with you over the phone.

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      Becky WWGOA Video Membership

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    • Customer Service
      Customer Service

      Hi Kregory. Unfortunately we do not have plans for a folding workbench, but we will keep this idea in mind for future projects.
      Thanks
      Paul-WWGOA

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  62. Andrew
    Andrew

    Tried downloading the plan and it says “This XML file does not appear to have any style information associated with it. The document tree is shown below.”

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  68. delacruz.thr
    delacruz.thr

    Hello there, can anyone help me with finding plans for baby bassinets please. I really haven’t been able to find much

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    • Customer Service
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      Hi Michael. To access the Folding Workbench Plans you will need to be logged into your account with your username and password. If you have any questions, please contact our customer service team at 1-855-253-0822.
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  71. gareth.moore
    gareth.moore

    Ticket As a novice without the “you beaut” (Australian for latest & greatest) woodwork tools & machinery , is this the best place to start for building a robust workbench? Look forward to the feedback

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  75. KENNETH
    KENNETH

    Ticket 21122 do you have other plans for workbenches? I am a beginner and I am trying to set up a simple work area for now and expand it as my knowledge increases. Thanks

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    • Customer Service
      Customer Service

      Dear Kenneth,

      Thank you for your patience. In regards to your question-

      Yep, that would work.

      Sincerely,

      Paul
      Woodworkers Guild of America Video Membership

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  76. Norman
    Norman

    I cannot locate the workbench plans for the ” weekend” workbench featured in on of your recent episodes of Woodsmith Shop.

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  77. Bob
    Bob

    Recently retired at 72. Have always enjoyed woodworking but have not done furniture. Just looking to set up an organized work space.

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  79. Rodney Dantzler
    Rodney Dantzler

    I bought your services several months ago but I don’t know how to utilize them. Can you please help me?
    Thanks……..Rodney

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  81. Stephen Alexander
    Stephen Alexander

    Hello.. I just finish cutting the 2x4s… Is there a video for the assembly? Also, are there any notable upgrades to this bench?

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    • Customer Service
      Customer Service

      Hi Stephen. Thanks for checking in with us. We offer this plan only as a written resource; no accompanying video. You should find everything you need contained within the plan. Best of luck with this project.
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      Paul-Woodworkers Guild of America

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  84. ,Terry Baker
    ,Terry Baker

    My first project, the folding workbench plans. y garage here in the Villages, FL is large enough for a golfcart and car. This is ideal. New to this site and love it also. Baker Boy

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  85. Dr. Joseph Jacobs
    Dr. Joseph Jacobs

    I’m looking for the plans to a foldup workbench that can be folded in and stored upon or against the wall.

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    • Customer Service
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      Hello Joseph!

      In order to view the plans to this, please log into your membership!

      Thank you!

      Jessica
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    • Customer Service
      Customer Service

      Yes, you could. You would have to make some adjustment in the design so that the vise didn’t interfere with the bench’s ability to fold up.

      Paul
      Woodworkers Guild of America

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      • Carl Guthrie
        Carl Guthrie

        Thanks so much for the prompt response! I’m excited to look into it.

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  87. Jacques Steyn
    Jacques Steyn

    Hi, just joined and eager to start this project. Great work by the way. Do you have a video of this by any chance?
    Thanks in advance.

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