A three-shelf cart on casters that goes where the job is. Finished size 30 × 19½ × 28½ in. About 3–4 hours for a first build, 10 boards to buy.
Quick facts
| Plan | PS-07, in The Garage Starter Collection |
| Level | 2 of 3 (Confident beginner) |
| Finished size | 30 × 19½ × 28½ in |
| First build | About 3–4 hours |
| Parts / boards / screws | 29 parts, 10 boards to buy, 86 screws |
| Wood | Construction pine or fir |
Parts list
| Part | Name | Qty | Board | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Corner post | 4 | 4x4 | 28 1/2" |
| B | Shelf cleat | 6 | 1x3 | 18" |
| C | Shelf slat | 15 | 1x4 | 23" |
| D | Stiffener rail | 4 | 1x4 | 30" |
Lengths are finished lengths. Boards are listed by nominal size; see the actual lumber sizes. The plan also gives the shopping list by board length and a cutting diagram.
Materials and tools
Hardware
- Wood screws #8 x 1-5/8 in x 24
- Wood screws #8 x 1-1/4 in x 30
- Wood screws #8 x 2 in x 16
- 3 in swivel casters (2 with brakes) x 4
- Screws or lag screws for the caster plates x 16
Tools
- Miter saw, circular saw or hand saw
- Drill/driver with a pilot-hole and countersink bit
- Tape measure, speed square and pencil
- Clamps (two or more)
- 80 and 120 grit sandpaper
What the plan includes
- Shopping list by board length and a cutting diagram, so you buy once
- Dimensioned drawings and an exploded view with lettered parts
- Step-by-step assembly, with a 3D view of every step
- Square Checks: the exact numbers to measure as you build
- Cut tags and a maker’s label to print
- A Letter edition to print and a Phone Edition to read in the garage
Before you build
- Choose casters rated for at least the weight you plan to carry, and do not overload the shelves.
- Casters add their own height (about 4 in for 3 in casters). Lock the brakes before loading or working at the cart.
- Keep heavy items on the bottom shelf so the cart does not tip.
- Wear safety glasses and hearing protection when cutting, and a dust mask when sanding.
- Always pre-drill before driving screws near the end of a board, to avoid splitting the wood.
- Clamp or firmly hold the workpiece before cutting and keep your hands out of the cut line.
- This plan has been modeled and cross-checked in 3D, but it has not yet been physically built and tested. Dry-fit the parts before you drive screws and use the Square Checks as you go.
Our plans are modeled and checked in 3D and have not yet been built and tested. Dry-fit before you drive screws.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Rolling Garage Cart take to build?
We estimate 3–4 hours for a first build.
How many boards do I need for the Rolling Garage Cart?
The shopping list in the plan is 10 boards, listed by length, with a cutting diagram.
What wood is the Rolling Garage Cart made from?
Construction pine or fir.
What size is the Rolling Garage Cart?
The finished size is 30 × 19½ × 28½ in.
Get the Rolling Garage Cart plan
The Rolling Garage Cart is plan PS-07 in The Garage Starter Collection: 12 beginner plans, 4 guides and a Start Here guide. One payment of $27, instant download, 14-day money-back guarantee.
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