Two-Level Rolling Worktable
I
MADE THIS ROLLING WORKTABLEto ease the logistics of constructing
a full set of kitchen cabinets in my small (18-ft. by 18-ft.) work-
shop. Since then I have found it to be the ideal companion to the tra-
ditional cabinetmaker’s workbench when space is limited. Square, level,
and strong, the base is excellent for moving cabinets and furniture. The
device can be used as a waist-high movable worktable. As a bonus, it
stores away without taking up much room.
Four 360 ̊ heavy-duty casters support a 40-in. by 40-in. finger-
jointed or dovetailed frame of 2x3 hardwood, gusseted with^3 ⁄ 4 -in.
plywood at each corner. Add a couple of 1x3 crossbraces if needed.
Screw and glue the^3 ⁄ 4 -in. plywood top to the frame, then paint and
wax it to make it easy to clean up spilled glue and finishes. Next add
two pockets on each of two opposite sides, as shown, to accept the
ends of the four hardwood 1x3 uprights. Slot the top of each upright
to slip into the two appropriately notched crossbars. These four
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