glue and pocket hole screws would most likely hold it but you may want to think about putting some strips or triangles in the corners for a stronger joint.
Miter Station Work Bench
I have limited room in my shop area, so I wanted to build a work bench that can hold a miter saw.
I came across some cheap 3/4" plywood, so that is what I will frame it with.
I used 2×4s to create a base.
It will have 2 foot wide compartments underneath. Probably add shelves.
Any suggestions on attaching the 3/4" plywood to the 2×4? and to each other.
Should I pocket screw all of these?
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I came across some cheap 3/4" plywood, so that is what I will frame it with.
I used 2×4s to create a base.
It will have 2 foot wide compartments underneath. Probably add shelves.
Any suggestions on attaching the 3/4" plywood to the 2×4? and to each other.
Should I pocket screw all of these?
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I worked some more on it.
Top support board is for the top
Bottom/middle board will support the full plywood shelf.
One shelf in each box/hole
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Top support board is for the top
Bottom/middle board will support the full plywood shelf.
One shelf in each box/hole
I did not screw of glue to saw portion yet.
But something I did not think about is the swing of the saw.
If I mount towards the center of the table, then I cannot swing it 45 degrees.
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But something I did not think about is the swing of the saw.
If I mount towards the center of the table, then I cannot swing it 45 degrees.
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If I have it pulled forward it works fine, but the handle would stick out for storage.
So I think I will make a stop block and slide the saw up to the block when I want to use it.
Then slide back when I am done for the day.
Or I cut handle clearance in the sides? But that does not seem like a good idea.
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So I think I will make a stop block and slide the saw up to the block when I want to use it.
Then slide back when I am done for the day.
Or I cut handle clearance in the sides? But that does not seem like a good idea.
Take a look at this post link This will give you some ideas before you go to much farther. Below is a picture of mine from last year. You can also do a search to find many more, some very creative and exquisitely built. My top is built with 2 layesr of 3/4 MDF, glued pine as the surround for stability and Formica on the top as well as the fence.
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I've used Pocket Screws for similar construction with real good lasting results
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