Workshop Setup & Upgrades

Workshop Setup & UpgradesWorkshop Setup and Upgrades is your 100 page guide to building a more efficient, organized, and capable woodworking space. With detailed plans, pro tips, and skill building techniques from the editors of Woodsmith Magazine, this book helps you make the most of every square foot of your shop. Whether youre working in a compact garage or a dedicated outbuilding, this book features a wide variety of shop upgrades that combine smart storage, mobile

Workshop Setup and Upgrades is your 100-page guide to building a more efficient, organized, and capable woodworking space. With detailed plans, pro tips, and skill-building techniques from the editors of Woodsmith Magazine, this book helps you make the most of every square foot of your shop.

Whether you’re working in a compact garage or a dedicated outbuilding, this book features a wide variety of shop upgrades that combine smart storage, mobile workstations, and clever tool improvements—all designed to boost productivity and precision.

Featured Projects Include:

• Drill Bit Storage Center – Organize your bits, accessories, and more

• Sturdy Lumber Cart – Roll around sheet goods, cutoffs, and long stock with ease

• All-in-One Workstation – Combine multiple power tools into one compact unit

• Clamping Station & Mobile Assembly Center – Keep your clamps and workspace right where you need them

• Small Shop Router Table – Clamp-on design with serious features

• Machinist's Tool Chest & Bladesmith's Anvil Stand – Shop furniture that blends style and durability

• Custom-Built Narrow Belt Sander – Build a powerful shop tool at a fraction of the cost

Inside, you’ll also find quick storage projects, workstation upgrades, and tool-friendly enhancements that make your shop more organized, functional, and enjoyable to use.

From plywood projects to power tool mods, this book gives you everything you need to set up your ideal woodworking shop—without breaking the bank.