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2x4 Potting Bench Plans with Shelves

A 36″ high potting bench with a slatted 2x4 work top that drains, a lower storage shelf and a raised 2x6 back shelf at 54″ for pots and tools.

48″ W × 25.5″ D × 54″ H26 pieces79 screwsGarden
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3D model of the potting bench
48″ × 24″ × 36″ potting bench: 2x4 end frames, six-slat 2x4 work top, slatted lower shelf, and a raised 2x6 back shelf at 54″.

Cut list

Identical pieces are grouped. Lengths are finished lengths in inches.

QtyMaterialSizeCutsPieces
4×2x434.5″Square (90°)Legs
6×2x421″Square (90°)2× Aprons2× Stretchers2× Cleats
13×2x448″Square (90°)2× Aprons2× Stretchers6× Slats3× Shelf Slats
2×2x444.5″Square (90°)Shelf Uprights
1×2x648″Square (90°)Shelf

Lumber shopping list

Board counts are optimized from standard stock lengths and include a 1/8″ saw kerf per cut.

Tools you need

Assembly steps

  1. End Frames (×2)
    Make 2 identical units (4 pcs each): 2× Leg (2x4, 34.5″) 1× Side Apron (2x4, 21″) 1× Side Stretcher (2x4, 21″)
  2. Back Shelf
    2× Shelf Upright (2x4, 44.5″) 1× Upper Shelf (2x6, 48″)
  3. Frame Assembly
    2× Apron (2x4, 48″) 2× Stretcher (2x4, 48″) 2× Cleat (2x4, 21″)
  4. Top & Finishing Assembly
    6× Top Slat (2x4, 48″) 3× Shelf Slat (2x4, 48″)
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FAQ

How much lumber do I need for this potting bench?

13× 2x4 × 8′, 1× 2x6 × 8′. That is 14 boards in total, optimized from standard stock lengths with a 1/8″ saw kerf.

What screws should I use?

The plan uses 79 wood screws (2-1/2″). Use exterior-rated screws for outdoor builds.

Can I customize or modify this plan?

Yes. Open it in the free BenchBuild 3D studio to freely modify the model, resize parts, add pieces, or change lumber dimensions. Your cut list, board count and cost estimate update automatically.

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