How to Build a Sawhorse

While saw horses are typically something you'd think of finding on a job site, they can be especially useful in the workshop. A good set of sawhorses can be used as the base for a temporary table, to hold a portable table saw, to stack lumber...the list goes on and on.

The sawhorses in this plan are versatile, very sturdy, and quite easy to build. Once you have a set, you'll never run out of things you can do with them, even after you've completed building your perfect workshop.

Difficulty Level

• Woodworking: Easy
• Finishing: Painting if desired, but not necessary

Time to Complete

• 30 minutes

Tools Required

• Miter Saw or Circular Saw
• Cordless Drill or Corded Power Drill
• Layout Square
• Tape Measure
• Pencil

Materials Needed
• Nine (9) 2x4 8-feet long
• 2-1/2 or 3-inch Deck Screws