DIY Sawhorse Miter Saw Bench — 280-300CM with Lower Storage Shelf

DIY Sawhorse Miter Saw Bench — 280–300CM Full Build Plans

A fast, affordable woodworking station using:

  • Heavy-duty sawhorse-style supports
  • Long work surface for trim and boards
  • Center miter saw bay
  • Lower storage shelf
  • Continuous fence rail system

Perfect for:

  • Garage workshops
  • Jobsite setups
  • Beginner woodworking shops
  • Portable cutting stations

Finished Dimensions

Overall Size

  • Length: 2800–3000mm
  • Depth: 600mm
  • Height: 850–900mm

Main Sections

Section Width
Left support wing 1000–1100mm
Miter saw bay 700–800mm
Right support wing 1000–1100mm

Bench Overview

Materials List

Wood

  • 18mm plywood — 2 to 3 sheets
  • 90 × 45mm structural timber
  • 70 × 35mm bracing timber

Hardware

  • Wood screws
  • Pocket screws
  • Wood glue
  • Adjustable feet or casters (optional)
  • T-track (optional)
  • Measuring tape strip
  • Stop block hardware

Sawhorse Base Construction

Each Sawhorse Frame

Size

  • Width: 600mm
  • Height: 820mm

Build:

  • 2 outer sawhorse supports
  • 1 center support under miter saw

Leg Angles

Typical angle:

  • 10° outward

This improves:

  • Stability
  • Weight distribution

Top Frame

Upper Rails

Use:

  • 90 × 45mm timber

Frame Size

  • 2800–3000mm long
  • 600mm deep

Add cross supports every:

  • 450–500mm

Miter Saw Bay

Opening Width

  • 700–800mm

Bay Depth

  • 450–500mm

Drop Platform

Adjust so:

  • Miter saw table aligns flush with bench top

Use spacer blocks or adjustable platform.

Work Surface

Wing Tops

Use:

  • 18mm plywood

Dimensions

  • 1000–1100mm each side
  • 600mm deep

Optional:

  • Laminate top
  • Hardboard sacrificial surface

Fence Rail System

Fence Height

  • 90–100mm

Fence Length

  • Full bench length

Use:

  • Straight plywood strip
  • Aluminum angle
  • Hardwood rail

Stop Block System (Optional)

Add:

  • T-track embedded into fence

Allows:

  • Repeatable cuts
  • Fast production work

Lower Shelf

Shelf Dimensions

  • ~2500 × 450mm

Install:

  • 150–200mm above floor

Use for:

  • Clamps
  • Lumber
  • Toolboxes
  • Offcuts
  • Fasteners

Reinforcement

Important Bracing

Add:

  • Rear diagonal braces
  • Side stretchers
  • Center shelf supports

Prevents:

  • Rack movement
  • Sagging
  • Twisting

Height Recommendations

Comfortable Work Height

  • 850–900mm

Typical sweet spot:

  • Around wrist height when standing

Portable Version

Optional Upgrades

Add:

  • Folding legs
  • Locking casters
  • Removable fence sections

Makes station easy to move or transport.

Dust Collection Hood

Rear Hood Size

  • 700mm W
  • 300mm H
  • 250mm D

Connect:

  • Shop vac
  • Dust extractor

Improves cleanup dramatically.

Suggested Miter Saw Sizes

Best fit:

  • 10" sliding miter saw
  • 12" sliding compound saw

Assembly Order

  1. Build sawhorse bases
  2. Add upper frame rails
  3. Install cross supports
  4. Add lower shelf supports
  5. Install shelf
  6. Create miter saw drop platform
  7. Install work surfaces
  8. Add fence rail
  9. Align saw deck with bench
  10. Add stop block system
  11. Finish and seal

Finishing

Recommended:

  • Polyurethane
  • Hard wax oil
  • Enamel paint for frame
  • Paste wax on top

Why This Design Works

This setup gives you:

  • Long stock support
  • Better cut accuracy
  • Dedicated cutting station
  • Large storage area
  • Fast low-cost construction

A full workshop cutting station without expensive cabinets. Access over 16,000 woodworking plans 

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