Garage woodshop

We all have an inner Marie Kondo hiding somewhere deep under the piles of laundry and overstacked dishes. As the plates from my takeaway dinner still patiently wait in the sink, I realize we all need some inspiration.

This workbench and drawers replaced two metal tool chests. Two large rollouts with drawers provide the tool mobility, and more workspace!

Wood dust is definitely a health concern and we are becoming more aware of that in recent years. In addition to being bad for your health, wood dust is also time consuming to clean up. The more dust you can capture at the source, the better off you are. Less time cleani

Unique construction and low-cost materials combine to create a versatile work area and plenty of storage in a compact space.

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…

Turn a wall into the ultimate workcenter with these easy-to-build cabinet add-ons.

Discover how we took a 12x16' basement space and outfitted it into a feature-filled shop.

How to build the Extreme Miter Station, This is an easy to build fully modular system! I show you how to build base cabinets, which can be done in 2' or 3' widths. And upper cabinets in 2' or 3' sections. So this project is scalable to any size! Mine is 13' wide, but you could easily build it anywhere from 3' - 20' wide or more. Simply by adding or subtracting components. You also can just as easily make the base with drawers as I did or with shelving & cabinet doors, like I did the…

Thomas on Instagram: "For step-by-step written and video plans, just go to thomascustomwoodworks.com OR click the link in my Instagram bio. This has definitely been a huge space-saver in my 1-car garage woodshop."

Stylish lighting is key to a truly finished room. The right lighting fixture adds drama, creates a focal point, establishes a cohesive style for your space—and gives you something to read by! These vital design elements, however, can be seriously expensive, so we've tracked down the most chic, budget-friendly DIY lighting fixtures for every skill level. Get inspired by these 16 unique lighting fixture projects.