How to Build a Rolling Planer Stand (DIY Mobile Planer Stand for Small Woodshops)

DIY Rolling Planer Stand Build: A Mobile Planer Stand for Small Woodshops

A well‑designed rolling planer stand is one of the most valuable upgrades you can make in a small woodshop. In a recent project from Woodsongs by Russell, we walk through how to build a sturdy, space‑saving DIY planer stand that gives your thickness planer a dedicated home while improving mobility, workflow, and shop organization. If you're looking for woodworking projects for beginners, a weekend woodworking build, or a practical way to improve your garage workshop setup, this project checks every box.

Why a Mobile Planer Stand Matters

A mobile planer stand solves the classic problem of bulky tools taking up too much space. With heavy‑duty casters and a compact footprint, this DIY woodworking project helps you:

• Move your planer exactly where you need it

• Store it out of the way when not in use

• Improve safety and workflow

• Add much‑needed woodworking shop storage

• Maximize efficiency in a small woodshop

Whether you're a hobby woodworker or setting up a garage workshop, mobility is everything.

Materials List

Lumber & Sheet Goods

• ¾" plywood (ideal for plywood shop projects)

• 2×4 lumber (great for 2x4 woodworking projects)

• Optional: 1×4 or 1×6 boards for trim or reinforcement

Hardware

• 4 heavy‑duty locking casters (perfect for mobile tool base builds)

• 1½" wood screws

• 2½" construction screws

• Wood glue

• Pocket hole screws (for pocket hole woodworking projects)

Tools

• Table saw or circular saw

• Miter saw

• Drill/driver

• Pocket hole jig

• Measuring tape

• Square

• Sander

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

1. Plan Your Dimensions

Measure your Craftsman thickness planer and determine the footprint. Add a few inches for stability and choose a comfortable working height. This is a great introduction to beginner woodworking plans.

2. Build the Base Frame

Cut your 2×4s and assemble a strong rectangular frame using construction screws or pocket holes. This creates the foundation of your DIY mobile base for woodworking tools.

3. Install the Casters

Flip the frame and attach four heavy‑duty locking casters. These are essential for a mobile planer stand that rolls smoothly but locks securely during use.

4. Build the Top Platform

Cut another plywood panel to match the top of your frame. Secure it with screws, then sand the edges for a clean finish.

5. Final Touches

Sand all surfaces, add finish if desired, and test the mobility and locking mechanisms. You now have a durable, space‑saving rolling planer stand ready for daily use.

Optional Enhancements

Add a Bottom Shelf

Cut a plywood panel to fit inside the frame. This adds rigidity and provides extra woodworking shop storage for accessories or lumber.

Add Vertical Supports

If your planer is tall or heavy, add short 2×4 uprights for extra stability.

Final Thoughts

This DIY rolling planer stand is a practical, affordable upgrade for any woodworking shop. It’s perfect for weekend woodworking builds, small woodshop organization, and anyone wanting a reliable planer cart build that improves workflow and tool accessibility.