In the last few weeks, this mobile tool storage workbench has been a game changer (while I continue trying to finish renovating my house)! ‘Cause I was about to lose it! I was constantly looking for the thing that I just set down for a second- while I grabbed something else! Now ALL my tools are handy, available and out of the way when not in use. This project is sponsored by CRAFTSMAN.
Storage on the front!
The hanging storage on the front holds drills, drivers, nail guns, staples, and a large rubber mallet.
Storage on the back!
With the VERSATRACK accessories, I can hang anything else I want to keep handy.
There is also storage on both ends! I built the side cabinets to house the CRAFTSMAN Bin Systems. One side fits two 9-compartment bin systems and the other side has one 30-Compartment bin system. In addition to the side storage, I added a large magnet on the front to hold screw drivers so they’re not sitting on top of the workbench when not in use.
Mobile Tool Storage Workbench
I didn’t build this section but it’s in the plans if you should want it. The slots could be created with a table saw, track saw or router with a 1/4″ bit. Then 1/4″ mdf or plywood could be used as dividers. I imagined storing sandpaper, saw blades or whatever.
That divider section was going to be below the tool hanger section. I didn’t end up building it because that area is the perfect place to store the air compressor. WHICH, btw, I love because it is so light! Also loving the V20* Cordless Sliding Miter Saw because of how lightweight and compact it is! I can make a quick cut and then easily set it out of the way.
Having all the storage areas built-in to the lower section of the workbench allows me to keep the top clear for use. I constantly need a clear work surface for installing drawer glides, drilling holes for cabinet hardware, cutting, painting, etc.
I designed my mobile workbench at 24″ wide so it fits through most doorways. This was an important feature as I need to wheel it from room to room as I renovate a house. Currently, my own! I’m getting closer, although haven’t finished any rooms to the point that I want to show you. Soon though. I keep telling myself!
Download the PDF files for the complete workbench below. And I’ll see you next time!
OrangeBlossom says
This is awesome!!!! Looking forward to building my own.
Sandra says
It has made my life tons easier already!
Rachel King says
I can’t wait to built this! Thanks for sharing.
Mark says
I have a vision of part of the top of the Paulk workbench (a holey top so bench dogs will fit), on top of this mobile base, with lockable casters. My wife would love getting my miter saw stand out of the way. Thank you.
Sandra says
I’d love to do that to the top too. I don’t have a way to drill those other than with a handheld drill though. I used 4 locking casters so no matter which way the workbench is facing, I can easily lock it. Generally only need to lock 2 at a time though.
Vickie H. says
This is truly spectacular! Great job!!! Thank you for sharing!!!
Sandra says
Thanks so much Vickie! If you build one, tag me on instagram so I can see it!
Shannon Pease says
This is fantastic! Thank you!
Alan Ross says
Great job SDG?? That thing about setting something down, is some kind of a illness going around, I have it, my friends have it and now you have it,scary stuff!??✌?️
Sandra says
Sounds like a real buggar of a virus! LOL
Raffaele Ianniello says
Hi Sandra, and congratulations for the job, you are a great source of inspiration for me.
I wanted to ask you if it was possible to share the SketchUp file you processed.
Thanks in advance.
Sandra says
The PDF files are at the bottom of the post.
Ernie Guerrero says
How do I download plans. Te link above doesn’t do anything. Very much interested in making this for my new hobbie
Sandra says
Click on the “Download” or the highlighted words “Mobile Tool Storage Workbench” at the very end of the post.
Fan says
How much wood this cost to build following your design?
Sandra says
Costs vary greatly with time and by region. My cost, when I built this is not going to be an accurate prediction of what it would cost you to build it.
Margaret Moulding says
Hi I will try to make this cart. I’m 83 and not sure it will work. I have most tools any one would like and am always building something.
Sandra says
Good luck and enjoy!
Kelly C says
I’ve been wanting to build a workbench for a while now, looked at folding ones but not what I wanted, then I found this!! This bench is exactly what I was looking for, not only that, but I have pretty much all the exact same tools!! Your design and execution is fantastic!!
I took to building it over the weekend and are pretty close to finishing it.
Question on the top piece, thoughts on using dowels to place the top over? I was thinking it would be easier to replace a worn out top.
I’ll tag you on Instagram when I finish it!
Thank you!!
Sandra says
Dowels would probably work great. Only issue I could anticipate is if the top gets wet, it might bow if now now screwed down. Maybe add double stick tape…? Let me know how that works for you.