DIY Plans for Miter Saw Stand

Set the 52-inch boards on edge, parallel, and 21 inches apart. Set the 21-inch boards perpendicularly between them on edge so you have an outline of a rectangle with the outside measurements of 52 inches by 25 inches. Screw through the 52-inch boards, and into the ends of the 21-inch boards. Use eight screws for this task, and repeat this step so you have two frames.

Lay one frame flat and position a 40-inch board inside each corner so they are standing on end. Screw through the frame and into these boards. Use 16 screws for this task. These are the legs of your miter saw stand.

Position your second frame around the legs. Screw the frame to the legs following the same process discussed in the previous step. The frames should be parallel to each other, and 20 inches apart.

Turn your miter saw stand upright so it is standing on its legs. Lay your plywood over the top frame, making sure all of the edges are flush. Screw the plywood to the frame using 16 screws spaced 9 1/2 inches apart.

Measure the height of your miter saw table --- the metal area that boards rest upon when they are cut. It should be between 2 and 4 inches. Cut two pieces of wood equaling the height of your miter saw table from the 10-inch board.

Position the pieces of wood removed from the 10-inch board on the stand so the grain is perpendicular to the table. Space the boards 46 inches apart. These boards should each be 1 1/2 inches away from the 25-inch edges of the table. Screw through the bottom of the plywood, and into these boards. Use two screws for each board. These boards will help hold long pieces of wood when they are cut.

Attach your miter saw to the stand so the blade is perpendicular to the 52-inch edges of the stand. Center it between the 25-inch edges. Use your tape measure to ensure this is accurate.