3 Garage Organization Projects You Can Build Cheaper Than Buy

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Hey friends--in this video, we are looking at three garage/workshop organization projects and seeing if we can build them cheaper than we can buy them. Spoiler alert: we can--but by how much? You'll have to watch and see! I'll show you how to build a 4 tier shelving unit, a small space workbench and a storage cabinet with shelving combo and after each one, we will break down the numbers. Grab the printable plans for these projects here: Shelving Unit: https://woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/products/4-tier-garage-shelf-build-plans Small Space Workbench: https://woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/products/small-mobile-workbench-building-plans Cabinet/Shelf Combo: https://woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/collections/workshop-projects/products/garage-shelf-with-built-in-cabinet-plans Check out the blog posts (with additional photos and written instructions) for each project here: Shelving Unit: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/diy-garage-shelving-unit/ Small Workbench: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-build-a-small-space-workbench/ Cabinet/Shelf Combo: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/diy-garage-shelf-with-cabinet/ **Follow Woodshop Diaries On** Website: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@woodshopdiaries? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/woodshopdiaries Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/woodshopdiaries Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/sharamccuiston SHOP WOODWORKING TEES AND BUILDING PLANS HERE: https://woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/ Helpful Resources: How to cut plywood sheets: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/cut-down-plywood-sheets-with-circular-saw/ How to use a pocket hole jig: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-use-pocket-hole-jig/ How, when and why to use the XL Pocket Hole Jig: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-use-the-kreg-xl-pocket-hole-jig/ How to select the right screw for the project: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/choosing-diy-cabinet-furniture-screws/ How to install concealed hinges: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-install-concealed-hinges-cabinet-hardware/ Tools & Materials: *Affiliate links below Tools: Circular Saw: https://homedepot.sjv.io/AooaYx Miter Saw: https://homedepot.sjv.io/b3DkDx Cutting Guides (Kreg Rip Cut and AccuCut): https://amzn.to/3zi1WP7 & https://amzn.to/4d2S35D Pocket Hole Jig (standard size--720): https://amzn.to/32eoPBY XL pocket hole jig: https://amzn.to/3TPw76B Drill/Driver: https://homedepot.sjv.io/raXZAB Jig Saw: https://homedepot.sjv.io/Gjj912 Brad Nailer: https://homedepot.sjv.io/9W5nL5 Concealed Hinge Jig: https://amzn.to/4iaoW3A Materials: Heavy Duty Shelf: (13) 2x4x8 boards (2) 4’x8′ sheets ~½″ plywood (or 15/32" sheathing) (2) 50 count boxes standard 2 ½″ pocket hole screws: https://amzn.to/3NtZybG OR (3) 30 count packs 2 1/2" XL pocket hole screws: https://amzn.to/3D7YXec (1) 1 lb box 1 ¼″ wood screws (1) 1 lb box 2 ½″ wood screws Workbench: (6) 2x4x8 boards (1) 4’x8′ sheet ¾″ plywood: https://homedepot.sjv.io/9rR95 (1) 50 count box 2 ½″ pocket hole screws: https://amzn.to/4kz1D56 (1) 50 count box 1 ¼″ pocket hole screws: https://amzn.to/3FKfikk (1) 1 lb box 1 ¼″ wood screws (8) 3″ wood screws (4) 3″ caster wheels: https://amzn.to/4bzmKA9 Shelf with Cabinet: (4) 2x4x8 boards (3) 2x2x8s boards (1) 4'x8' sheet 3/4" plywood: https://homedepot.sjv.io/9rR95 (1) 4'x8' sheet 1/2" plywood (or 15/32" sheathing) (1) 50 count box 2 1/2" pocket hole screws: https://amzn.to/4kz1D56 (1) 50 count box 1 1/4" pocket hole screws: https://amzn.to/3FKfikk (1) 1 lb box 1 1/4" wood screws (2) pair frameless full overlay concealed hinges: https://amzn.to/41uZi2r "Inspiration Products" Shown for price comparison: Shelf: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-4-Tier-Industrial-Duty-Steel-Freestanding-Garage-Storage-Shelving-Unit-in-Black-77-in-W-x-78-in-H-x-24-in-D-N2W772478W4B/319132737 Workbench: https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/bror-work-bench-gray-green-pine-plywood-10547387/ Cabinet Shelf: https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/bror-shelving-unit-with-cabinet-gray-green-pine-plywood-s89516142/ **CHAPTERS** 00:00 Introduction 00:35 Building a Garage Shelving Unit 04:25 Shelf Reveal and Cost Breakdown 05:25 Building a Small Mobile Workbench 10:16 Workbench Reveal and Cost Breakdown 11:10 Building a Storage Shelf with Cabinet 15:15 Shelf with Cabinet Reveal and Cost Breakdown