DIY Fold Down Workbench

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  • Опубликовано: 17 сен 2024
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    This is a great DIY shop project. This folding workbench is fairly easy to build and adds to the organization of any garage or shop.

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  • @patrol681
    @patrol681 9 лет назад +25

    I am not a carpenter, but I am a keen woodworking hobbyist and "Do it your self'er," and I have to tell you that you certainly did a great job there. You made it look so simple, (and I guess it is really,) but a beautiful well thought out job nevertheless. I guess a lot of people will be copying your idea.
    Thanks for sharing it with us. Ed

  • @stoneblue1795
    @stoneblue1795 8 лет назад +34

    I wish you were my neighbor... (I actually need a folding work surface like that).
    You have great energy.

  • @JuanCarlosAquila
    @JuanCarlosAquila 8 лет назад +5

    April excellent project ..simple and practical......Congratulations

  • @countrybygirlandgrace
    @countrybygirlandgrace 6 месяцев назад +1

    I love this fold down work bench. I'm going to make one in my camper as a dining table in my camper. Thank you for being so helpful. You are a unique person, not trying to climb to the top on the back of others but by lifting others up with you to create a money flow which in return will come back to you eventually. Thank you and keep up the great ideas!

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  6 месяцев назад

      Thank you! I'm glad you found it useful. Thanks for watching.

  • @gamerdadperspective5935
    @gamerdadperspective5935 4 года назад

    I really enjoy the simplicity of this build yet no lack of quality. You are mine and my daughters favorite woodworker.

  • @emtscythe3782
    @emtscythe3782 9 лет назад +5

    Looks great Mrs. April, I've been arguing with my son ( typical 17 y/o ) over the usefulness of a fold down workbench. I had him watch this and he finally agrees with me. Simple yet effective.

    • @fdort3971
      @fdort3971 4 месяца назад

      Your son should listen to you better! My sons argue with me too...simply because I'm a woman.

  • @yepthatisme6201
    @yepthatisme6201 6 лет назад +13

    Just wanted to let you know my nephew and I just built a very large one for my home business! 68"x42" to be exact. I had to do a few things different to make it work out right, but for the most part I used your way of building it. My wife and I both sat on it and held us. I being 6'4" at 290lbs. and her being around 100lbs at 5'6" That will hold anything I ever need to put on it!

    • @honestinsincerity2270
      @honestinsincerity2270 5 лет назад +1

      Other than scaling up the wood and brackets, did you do anything else special? I need to put a drill press, small metal brake, belt sander and small band saw on mine. Thank you!

    • @jeremy4192
      @jeremy4192 2 года назад

      Get on the bench and get her to sit on it. Report back.

  • @JonPetersArtHome
    @JonPetersArtHome 9 лет назад +36

    Great project April, I really like the design. Works great in the shop or in a small house or apartment.

  • @reginacortes52
    @reginacortes52 6 лет назад

    FANTASTIC IDEA TO DO IN THE KITCHEN AND LAUNDRY, FOR NOT OCCUPING SO MUCH SPACE

  • @markkoons7488
    @markkoons7488 3 года назад

    Quick, interesting and great choice and modulation of music.

  • @stevesteves8915
    @stevesteves8915 9 лет назад +12

    Nice bench - I liked that you left a clamping space around the perimeter - I can't think how people cope with a workbench that you can't clamp to

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  9 лет назад +2

      I agree....clamping space on a workbench is very useful.

  • @pipwilson777
    @pipwilson777 4 года назад +5

    This is going to be my first project in my new Lockdown Shed!

  • @javajoe8980
    @javajoe8980 9 лет назад +10

    1. Awesome Diresta hat!
    2. Recently heard about you from the Drunken Woodworker and instantly binge watched your videos.
    Nothing is cooler than a woman with power tools!

  • @MrJuanchocolo
    @MrJuanchocolo 4 года назад

    I am delighted with his way of working, simple, practical, easy, fast. It is incredible of all the tools that you Americans have. I love you Miss April, continue with these videos that are a source of inspiration for many.

  • @ss442es
    @ss442es Год назад

    Very cool. That is one of the two things every garage needs. A fold-down table and utility sink.Thanks for the instructions.

  • @JohnHeisz
    @JohnHeisz 9 лет назад +121

    Solid project and video, nicely done!

    • @AttilaCsongorKiss
      @AttilaCsongorKiss 9 лет назад +6

      Really nice. :)
      But at 2:13 I said yay.

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  9 лет назад +6

      Thanks John, I appreciate it.

    • @dusttilldawn123
      @dusttilldawn123 9 лет назад +1

      well done always enjoy your vids

    • @MrBluray88
      @MrBluray88 5 лет назад

      I want to create this but with space to hang my tools behind the table top. Instead of a 2x4 for the base, what could I use to make 2 inches for the table and about 4 inches for my tools section? Any advice?

    • @adamlau5508
      @adamlau5508 3 года назад

      Thank You for this video. You have inspired me to do my own folding work table in my basement. Thanks a lot 👏👏👏

  • @indyfastal
    @indyfastal 4 года назад +11

    Pretty sweet. I think I'm going to use this as part of my outfeed table for my table saw, thanks...

    • @joannemayhew7093
      @joannemayhew7093 4 года назад

      Nice idea

    • @ralphguerra9668
      @ralphguerra9668 4 года назад

      Wow my son just bought a new house and told him I was going to build a work table for him but he doesn't have the room this is perfect really cool!

  • @alexg3348
    @alexg3348 8 лет назад +7

    Very handy, even to put into a bedroom where you can save floor space when u don't need the desk any more

  • @KennethHibbitts-wl1zf
    @KennethHibbitts-wl1zf Месяц назад

    I followed this a few years back for my wife’s craft house works great

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  Месяц назад

      Awesome! Thank you for Sharing that and for watching.

  • @pegwinn
    @pegwinn 3 года назад

    I like your old shop as it has character. I like your new TV show too. Nice of you to let Tim and Richard hang out ... great project. Works good for grandkids rooms as well.

  • @jasonwilly2886
    @jasonwilly2886 8 лет назад +10

    Thanks! I have limited garage space and need a work bench. I'm new to wood working and hope to make this my first project.

  • @izzyswan
    @izzyswan 8 лет назад +5

    awesome! Looks great.. thanks for the shout out.

  • @randyvollmar9791
    @randyvollmar9791 8 лет назад +13

    Great Job, I made something like this for my 3 daughters to use for homework and whatever after the homework was done. My set up was about 6' that way each one had room to work or play, the legs were hinged and cut to fit where the wall and floor met. Brought back memories, you did a great job on the table & video, SEMPER FI

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  8 лет назад +1

      : ) Thank you

    • @wasiiggg7568
      @wasiiggg7568 4 года назад

      Hello I am Awais I am carpenter from pakistan can I work with u ??

  • @KD-hb8zi
    @KD-hb8zi 5 лет назад

    Wow. A woman who is smart, articulate, handy, and good looking to boot. Subscribed.

  • @DomingoFreire
    @DomingoFreire 7 лет назад

    Very nice and simple to make it. Thank you for share this woodworking idea.

  • @Clyzzz
    @Clyzzz 5 лет назад +6

    Love this bench, I’m doing mine next week on my day off, thanks for the step by step tutorial. ❤️❤️

  • @RJBWoodTurner
    @RJBWoodTurner 9 лет назад +5

    Excellent shop table and build video. I'm glad your feeling better and back in the shop.
    Regards,
    Bob

  • @darbinorvar
    @darbinorvar 9 лет назад +18

    Great project April, I love fold-down tables, perfect for the shop - or in a small kitchen too! :)

  • @vision6D
    @vision6D 4 года назад

    Excellent and you gave me solution to how to attach my desk to the wall. Thank you.

  • @techtrx
    @techtrx 27 дней назад

    I like the part where she drilled towards her lef. Im copying this project tho. Awesome job

  • @Fletchmeister7
    @Fletchmeister7 9 лет назад +4

    Great video April loved the look of your first fold down bench so nice to see it all explained. These look really handy for using in small workshops like mine. Dressed trendy for woodworking too, about time I got one of them Diresta hats. Keep up the great vids.

  • @kenharris7779
    @kenharris7779 4 года назад +3

    Perfect for my wife's planting needs

  • @Poweraddicts
    @Poweraddicts 9 лет назад +5

    Great video! Very simple design yet very effective. Thanks for sharing! BTW, I like you video creating style. Straight to the point and very informative.

  • @mr.mickles
    @mr.mickles 4 года назад

    I'll be making two of these side by side for my wife and mother's sewing room. Very cool.

    • @mr.mickles
      @mr.mickles 4 года назад

      Wife and mother separately. My wife is not my mother.

    • @mr.mickles
      @mr.mickles 4 года назад

      Though she would tell you differently.

  • @intotheblue50
    @intotheblue50 6 лет назад

    To answer an obvious question with a equally obvious answer, because you put it there! love your fold down bench.

  • @Thelawncarenut
    @Thelawncarenut 8 лет назад +49

    I was just telling myself I needed a workbench for my garage but I still want to park the cars in there too. Then "poof," RUclips gives me this vid as suggested. Looks like I've got some work for next weekend!

    • @SpatialGuy77
      @SpatialGuy77 6 лет назад +2

      The Lawn Care Nut - POOF ... really?? ...my gay magical friend.

    • @Cam._S
      @Cam._S 5 лет назад +1

      Whoa. This is the first time I've seen a youtube celebrity's comment outside of their channel.

  • @AndreaArzensek
    @AndreaArzensek 9 лет назад +5

    cool and simple project, this could also be standing-laptop fold-able desk!

  • @macsrock2010
    @macsrock2010 8 лет назад +5

    That was very cool. Your videos are informative and easy to understand.

    • @marytramp5678
      @marytramp5678 4 года назад

      really, I thought they were lacking in just about every way possible!!! seriously I just a piece of scrap for this then measured this for that then assembled that, with out exactly saying anything about what the hell she was actually doing. if I was a beginner not knowing what I was doing I would have been in teas. luckily just watching her was enough, because listening to her was a complete waste of time. she said nothing that was useful.

  • @jessieflores8788
    @jessieflores8788 2 года назад

    I need one for my laundry room and this is the easiest one I have found. Thank you so much for the video

  • @murfthesurf1977
    @murfthesurf1977 6 лет назад

    Very well made and I am sure many will enjoy making it. Thanks

  • @paulfallon181
    @paulfallon181 8 лет назад +5

    wow, you just make it look so easy ! I also wish you were my neighbor :-)

  • @ljgault
    @ljgault 9 лет назад +4

    April, that is an outstanding idea. Love your video's.

  • @TheOomgosh
    @TheOomgosh 9 лет назад +8

    Oh man. I thought for a second there at the end you were going to put the workbench down and do a Matthais Wandel strength test. Looks great April!

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  9 лет назад +3

      : ) Well....here is a video I posted after I built my first one a year ago....ruclips.net/video/7C6mY7CACPQ/видео.html I did a little test and since it's held up fine I knew this one was good.

    • @TheOomgosh
      @TheOomgosh 9 лет назад

      April Wilkerson Ahhh, I had not seen that video. That seems plenty strong.

  • @josephbriceno2799
    @josephbriceno2799 3 года назад

    True woodworker. You are quick to improvise for customization and economy. Excellent job in both construction and education.

  • @laurakochart6996
    @laurakochart6996 2 года назад +1

    I just finished building this to use as an extra workbench for my painting and frame making. Directions are great, worth getting. Thank you for putting this on here!!! A very sturdy space saver!!

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  2 года назад

      Awesome! Great to hear! Thank you for sharing and for watching.

  • @luizbarros1744
    @luizbarros1744 9 лет назад +4

    Smart and Beautiful

  • @Nugglashine
    @Nugglashine 8 лет назад +10

    i need to move next door to april so she can build stuff for me. lol "i asked him if i could build if for him." "ok!"

  • @FrankGreenway
    @FrankGreenway 7 лет назад +3

    looks nice, table's not bad either.

  • @PursuitOfContent
    @PursuitOfContent 3 года назад +1

    I built a miter saw station and quickly realized I need a work table as well. Definitely using this as a guide. Thank you

  • @joshosceola3560
    @joshosceola3560 Год назад

    Decent video! Straight to the point and is actually useful. Perfect for what I need. Thank you!

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  Год назад

      Thanks! Glad you found it useful. Thanks for watching.

  • @matthewlewis4003
    @matthewlewis4003 3 года назад

    Love this idea. Im a car guy who loves to woodwork. With a 1 car garage, I dont have space for a monster work bench and to store my car in the winter. Best of both worlds.

  • @katandpapa
    @katandpapa 4 года назад

    Very cool idea! I have Cancer and im very limited on what i can do physically, but im falling in love with woodworking (small stuff) i need a workbench and your design is perfect for my needs!!! Thanks!! BE SAFE,GOD BLESS!🇺🇸🙏

  • @DeeJacobson
    @DeeJacobson 6 лет назад

    I was looking for more women who build stuff from scratch, when I found your channel!
    I shared it on to my Facebook page. Thank you for providing quality content.

  • @cabman86
    @cabman86 3 года назад

    I love that grin you get when plan comes together. I need this in my shop.

  • @RoyalPiper
    @RoyalPiper 5 лет назад

    Love to see a lady that can handle herself around the shop...bravo

  • @murdomcnab1603
    @murdomcnab1603 2 месяца назад

    Very well done! I have a small garage with limited space and your excellent video makes it look possible. Thanks.

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  2 месяца назад

      Thanks! I'm glad you found it useful. Thanks for watching.

  • @stevenhbaker1
    @stevenhbaker1 Год назад

    I recently built this work bench. I love how it turned out. I selected it because I loved the overall design, flexibility and simplicity of the design. I purchased the reasonably priced plans from her website. While I found some minor errors on the plans, they were easily noticed and correctable. A couple tips: April's plans call for a work height of around 30 3/4", I think you will find most work benches and kitchen counters heights at 34-36"--a more comfortable work height in my opinion. Also, my garage has 24" on center wall studs. I wanted a 3' wide (wall) by 4' outward bench. In order for me to catch at least two studs I had to adjust the bench width to a minimum of 3 1/2 feet (42"). Great video & design, April!,

  • @rejj0313
    @rejj0313 7 лет назад

    April, I recently finished my folding workbench and I added a second stop block. It saves do much space in the garage and has gotten it's use. I purchased a drill press and the jaw horse watching your videos. Thx, and you ROCK!

  • @rontiemens2553
    @rontiemens2553 5 лет назад

    I bought the plans from April's wilkerdos site and had my son build this in my garage. I LOVE this workbench. Love it.

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  5 лет назад

      Great! Glad you're enjoying it. Thanks for the feedback! Cheers!

  • @seylerfam7025
    @seylerfam7025 Год назад

    Exactly the type of thing I’ve been thinking in my head. Just needed a visual to show my husband. Great video!

  • @markmeredith2328
    @markmeredith2328 2 года назад

    Brilliant. Its given me a good idea about how I will tackle the fold down work bench in my garage. Thank you again, Mark.

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  2 года назад

      Awesome! Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching.

  • @ashpatel7406
    @ashpatel7406 7 лет назад

    This girl is in another level! Excellent work girl!

  • @georgeridgeway7766
    @georgeridgeway7766 Год назад

    I saw this plan last winter 2022. As I have no indoor shop, I had to wait until this summer to build it. I used an oil based stain on it as it will be out in the weather under a roof eave. Great video. I do have one suggestion. It shows you bringing the table down and then attaching the leg brace from underneath. Since I am 80, I merely put the table on the wall and then attached the bar across the legs with pocket hole screws. 😉

  • @AdamKirbyMusic
    @AdamKirbyMusic 4 года назад

    I made this a couple months ago for my laundry room. Total game changer having a work surface there.

  • @robertsumption1243
    @robertsumption1243 5 лет назад

    I just finished a stand alone garage and need a work bench for it . This is just what I need and I can use some of that left over wood along with some pallets I am taking apart so cost should be near zero THANK YOU ! I like to re cycle Bob in Michigan

  • @r.b.l.5841
    @r.b.l.5841 Год назад +2

    Great job (on the bench and the Vid!) a handy tip: use screen-door spring latches to hold the bench in the up position on the wall.

  • @jeanstout5858
    @jeanstout5858 6 лет назад

    Just discovered your website today. Your videos are awesome. Presented very well...you are a pro.Thank you.

  • @KECIABC
    @KECIABC 6 лет назад

    You ROCK GIRL!!!-I was just telling my neighbor I wish I had gone to a construction school. I LOOOVE DOING STUFF LIKE THIS FOR MY HOME!! Girls rock, we REALLY CAN DO Just about anything!!!💕💖💗💗💕

  • @tammiecarbohn6796
    @tammiecarbohn6796 7 лет назад

    I especially like that you added the stop block on the legs. Great idea.

  • @ddheller
    @ddheller 8 месяцев назад

    I just installed a 10x10’ Tough Shed and I’ve thought about putting in a wall bench for potting or tools or whatever. Thanks for the video, it gives me something to work with!

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  8 месяцев назад

      Awesome! Glad you found it useful. Thanks for watching.

  • @markbonham3477
    @markbonham3477 5 лет назад

    Just love the simplicity of that design with the stop and piano hinge. I got to build one!

  • @markusmichael2878
    @markusmichael2878 4 года назад

    You are not only the Hammer. Your are the whole Toolbox! :) Greetings from Germany, Markus

  • @ronzyl1
    @ronzyl1 2 года назад

    I like the simplicity and practicality of your design. Thanks for sharing!

  • @fredwestbuilding2155
    @fredwestbuilding2155 3 года назад

    The best fold-down bench I've seen yet. Bravo.

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  3 года назад

      Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching.

  • @edwardescobar6593
    @edwardescobar6593 Год назад

    Thank you for your awesome job . I am a beginner wood making projects and I need a table just like the one you build. I appreciate your skills thank you the video👏👍

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  Год назад

      Awesome! I'm glad you found it useful. Enjoy the build, learn from any mistakes and remember you can do anything you set your mind to. :) Thanks for watching.

  • @LunkerFishing
    @LunkerFishing 6 лет назад

    I was just thinking of building one like this at my son's garage. Nice timing!

  • @patticarroll970
    @patticarroll970 6 лет назад

    Good idea for any project that needs a flat surface and is not permanent.

  • @util_ps6015
    @util_ps6015 3 года назад

    Hello. After watching multiple tutorials for a folding workbench, I retain yours which has a more solid design, especially for the legs and their locking mechanism. I don't speak English well, but I understood your assembly method correctly. Thank you for sharing your know-how. Cordially. Francis (France). Thanks to Google for the translation.

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  3 года назад

      Awesome, thank you! Thanks for watching. :)

  • @aminwolfpack
    @aminwolfpack 4 года назад

    i like that, because it`s simple, easy and solid. thanks for sharing

  • @kennyg4026
    @kennyg4026 3 года назад +1

    EXACTLY what I needed. You make things look so easy, but this one actually was easy. THANKS

  • @caseyleamon4405
    @caseyleamon4405 6 лет назад

    I am deff giving this a go tomorrow on my day off thanks for the step by step

  • @friedhelmaugstein8706
    @friedhelmaugstein8706 7 лет назад

    I built your rolling lumber cart, and have been following your channel. You have great ideas, and are very articulate when explaining things to those that may not be as talented as you are. Keep up the good work, and thanks for your great videos.

  • @thien8artdesign
    @thien8artdesign 4 года назад

    You are a creative woman, your product is very practical to life, I love your work!

  • @rickwintle9971
    @rickwintle9971 3 года назад

    Proud of my 4x6 fold up workbench after watching April’s awesome video.

  • @garfieldnelson4724
    @garfieldnelson4724 Год назад

    Hello Maim, I super love your DYI folding table. You make it so Easy breezy and instrumental. You are by far a Master Craft Woman.Keep on building and teach.❤

  • @rogershipman3578
    @rogershipman3578 4 года назад

    Fit and finish is top notch right there. I will use this video as a guide for my fold down work bench.

  • @tomwillard6527
    @tomwillard6527 3 года назад

    Great fold-down! Will build mine tomorrow! Thanks April!

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  3 года назад +1

      You are so welcome! Glad you found it useful. Thanks for watching.

  • @shelley5435
    @shelley5435 2 года назад

    Looks great. I’m thinking of building a couple fold down slatted benches for my greenhouse, so I can fold them down to have room to put my plant pots on the floor once the plants start growing tall.

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  2 года назад

      That's a great idea! Thanks for sharing and for watching.

  • @ipfarms
    @ipfarms 6 лет назад

    Everything is so easy for you April,bravo !

  • @johnfale4113
    @johnfale4113 4 года назад

    Very helpful. I just finished mine today. Your video helped me avoid some things that would have otherwise presented some complications. Much appreciated.

  • @cristianocristofolini7963
    @cristianocristofolini7963 7 лет назад

    Hello April, I always watch your work here in Brazil, very good, my father is a carpenter and said that you are an excellent professional. Congratulations.

  • @mikearmstrong7830
    @mikearmstrong7830 5 лет назад

    I built one of those in the late 70s that would fit over a deep freezer. It was in the walk out basement of my condo. I filled the inside with pegboard to handle the most often used tools. The floor space was tiny but suddenly there was room for a freezer and a work surface with tools. I was sorry to leave it when we moved but it had impressed the buyer enough for a higher price.

  • @PPMOCRG
    @PPMOCRG 7 лет назад

    I love this idea! I have a super full garage that I try to work in, but I have little work space. This is perfect. I can make this and then fold it up when I need to use that spot for something else.

  • @sonnyo4273
    @sonnyo4273 5 лет назад +1

    Great project. Very well demonstrated and easy to understand. I am redoing my workshop and this is going to be part of it. Brains and Beauty....what a combo.

  • @oveazeus1
    @oveazeus1 Год назад

    I'm going to use this concept to build a fold down bed for my Sprinter van. Thanks!

  • @mmhsn07
    @mmhsn07 3 года назад

    April Wow!!! You are very good and methodical. Great job

  • @neilforehand1121
    @neilforehand1121 4 года назад

    From watching this video I am planning to build a mobile table saw stand and a mobile mitersaw stand. I can then roll up to the folding table and use the table for outfeed. Thanks for the inspiration and I always enjoy watching your videos!!!

  • @clevelandca
    @clevelandca 4 года назад

    Awesome design! Easy to modify for whatever dimensions are needed. Put this together in an afternoon (something I should have done BEFORE I started a woodworking hobby during the pandemic)!

  • @woody1804
    @woody1804 7 лет назад

    April,
    Awesome video. I just recently bought a Pre - Fab shed and will be turning it into a small workshop. It is 11' x 16', and this project is just the ticket to conserve space. I have viewed other videos you have and you come up with some wonderful ideas, Thanx in advance for all the great work you do, your hubby should be very proud of you.
    Sincerely,
    Peter J. Brown

  • @rebeccamckenzie5037
    @rebeccamckenzie5037 2 года назад

    Great video!! I want to put one of these in my shed so I can utilize more storage during different seasons. I only wanted a table that folded down, was simple & didn't have a lot of various tool 'hangers', if you will. I've been watching a bunch of videos (that were very, or much more, complicated). This is Exactly what I was looking for. Thank you. I love the leg brace you attached too, and why you attached it!! I don't think I would've thought of this 🙃💞👍

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  2 года назад

      Awesome! Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching.