Build a super sturdy workout bench with storage for your home gym. A solid 2x3 frame wrapped in plywood with a cushion top that opens for plenty of storage below. Add locking wheels for mobility and you have a great workout bench.
Tools
Kreg Tools
Other Tools
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Circular Saw (cordless)
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Miter Saw
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Tape Measure
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Impact Driver
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Sander
Materials
Wood Products
- 1 Plywood , 3/4" Thick , Full Sheet
- 1 Plywood , 1/4" Thick , Quarter Sheet
- 5 Board , 2x3 , 96"
Hardware & Supplies
- 50 2 1/2" pocket hole screws
- 20 2" wood screws
- 12 1 1/4" wood screws
- 1 2" foam @ 12" x 48"
- 1 Batting @ 25" x 60"
- 1 Leather (or similar) 25" x 60"
- 1 Piano hinge @ 36"
- 4 3" locking wheels
Directions
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Dimensions
12"w x 48"l x 19"h (with wheels)
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Step 1
Attach the short vertical supports to the longer horizontal supports using pocket holes and 2 ½” pocket hole screws.
Make 2.
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Step 2
Attach long cross supports to short ends using pocket holes and 2 ½” pocket hole screws.
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Step 3
Attach bottom to frame using countersunk 1 ¼” wood screws.
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Step 4
Attach short sides to frame using 1 ¼” countersunk wood screws.
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Step 5
Attach long sides to frame using 1 ¼” countersunk wood screws.
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Top
After attaching leather, batting and foam then attach center top underside using wood glue and 1 ¼” countersunk wood screws.
Attach top to base using a piano hinge. Finish as desired and finally attach wheels to underside.
