Small workshop layout

How To Set Up A Small Woodwork Shop for Under $1000

I joke about it often, but in all seriousness I have a tiny shop problem. I run my business out of a 10’x16′ detached garage that has gone from a scary, rat infested eyesore to a highly efficient inner sanctum. While most dad’s dream of turning a space like this into a man cave to…

With a shop full of jigs, mobile tools, and a crane for moving heavy objects, you might say this Wisconsin shop is a real back saver.

A small workshop can feel cramped, but with a few clever tips your shop will feel bigger, DIYing will be easier and shop time will be more enjoyable.

Learn how to prepare a practical layout for a woodworking shop. See how it influences the overall experience of your workspace.

Whether you're a hobbyist, DIY-er, or beginner woodworker, planning ahead should be your second nature. That's why setting up woodworking shop no matter the size should be the number one thing on your list before you even start. The way you do it depends mostly on the space you have available- be it a garage,

Let's take a woodworking workshop tour of my new space. I'll share with you how I designed my shop and the layout I choose .

Is your workshop a disaster? Can't ever find the right tool right away? These workshop organization ideas will get your space in tip top shape so you can do more of what you love!

As you can see in the graphic above, I’ve got a 2-car garage that I’ve turned into my woodshop, while leaving space for my wife to park inside. Even though it was laid out to allow for that parking, she usually parks outside so I’ve got more room for assembly. Not only that, we’ve got 3 kids and they tend to need space for their ... Read More

Learn why I don’t use pegboard! It can make a small space feel dark, cramped, and dirty. Instead, I’ll share the way I store tools in my small workshop.