A Handyman's Dream

If DIY is your thing, then this sturdy workbench is just what you need! Build one for your workshop this weekend.

- Deon de Goede

You will need

SHOPPING LIST

• 21mm plywood, cut to the following lengths:

one 2 360 x 1 060mm (worktop)

one 2 310 x 880mm (base)

four 700 x 600mm (cupboard sides)

two 840 x 700mm (cupboard backs)

two 840 x 575mm (cupboard shelves)

four 620 x 450mm (doors)

• 22 x 95mm planed pine, cut to the following lengths:

two 2 360mm and two 1 018mm (worktop frame)

two 2 310mm (base frame)

• 69 x 69mm planed pine, cut to: four 880mm lengths (legs)

• Alcolin Fast Set Wood Glue

• one packet 6mm x 50mm chipboard screws

• four 75mm flat hinges

• 4 door catches

• counter bin lid

• wood filler

• 150-grit sandpaper

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