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A no-frills 2x4 shop workbench with a plywood top and a full lower shelf, built to be sturdy rather than fancy.
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legs | 4 | 1 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 33" | Pine 2x4 | ☐ |
| Lower shelf stretchers | 4 | 1 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 17 1/2" | Pine 2x4 | ☐ |
| Corner feet blocks Approximate — measure your own 2x4 stock, since actual dimensions vary by supplier. | 4 | 1 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 8 1/2" | Pine 2x4 | ☐ |
| Long stretchers | 2 | 1 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 57" | Pine 2x4 | ☐ |
| Under-top supports Space evenly, except position one off-center as a mounting stud if you plan to bolt down a stationary tool. | 7 | 1 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 21" | Pine 2x4 | ☐ |
| Top end rails | 2 | 1 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 60" | Pine 2x4 | ☐ |
| Shelf and top panels Cut the shelf and tabletop pieces from these ripped strips. | 2 | 3/4" × 24" × 96" | Plywood, 3/4" | ☐ |
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| Pine, 2x4, 8 ft | 7 each | ☐ |
| Plywood, 3/4", 4x8 sheet Ripped into 24"-wide, 8 ft strips for both the shelf and the top. | 1 each | ☐ |
| Construction screws, 1-1/2" | 1 box | ☐ |
| Wood filler Optional — a workbench top takes enough abuse that filling screw holes is skippable. | 1 can | ☐ |
Overall cost: $$. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.