Sawhorses can be some of the most underappreciated tools in the shop, and it’s easy to see why. Whether supporting broad panels of plywood or long, rough stock, they take a beating with every use, and they don’t need to look pretty to work well. However, sawhorses are a necessity in nearly any shop, and a good set will serve you well for some time. The ones here are meant to do exactly that, and more.
PORTABLE WORKSPACE. Sawhorses aren’t just for sawing unwieldy pieces to a manageable size. When you’re low on bench space, or when you’re working away from the shop, a piece of plywood on sawhorses makes for a great makeshift bench, but this project takes it one step further.
An optional worksurface and shelf transform an otherwise simple-yet-sturdy set