For example, I am using an old 30″ door as the table so I wanted the cross pieces of the sawhorses to measure 30″. Also, you’ll need to determine how wide the sawhorse legs will sit. I went somewhere in between 30″ and 36″ (roughly 32″), so I cut my legs at 29-5/8″ long.

The package on the sawhorse brackets has a chart on the back showing what length to cut the legs for the height of the table. 2-1/2″ pocket hole screws, optional Step One – The Brackets.2 sets of sawhorse brackets (It would cost just as much to buy pre-made sawhorses (which are usually plastic) but since I am a tall girl, I needed to customize the height of the sawhorses so that I didn’t have to hunch over the table! So for me, spending a bit of time to build the sawhorse table brackets was a win! Do I need that many? Well, yes! I like to multitask! Anyhow, I purchased a couple sets of sawhorse brackets to build a new table and with a few 2x4s, I spent less than $30. Sometimes, you just need an extra work table… I’m up to three tables now.

The brackets would also be an excellent choice to build a DIY sawhorse table with finished top that will be used in a dining room or outdoor patio.Step by Step Instructions to Use Sawhorse Brackets I just laid the top on the frame so I could move the table as needed. I set the door on top and the table is the perfect height for me! The top can be secured to the frame using angle brackets for a permanent setup. This will keep the sawhorses anchored together and make the table a bit more stable. I then drilled pocket holes in each end of each piece and fastened them to the sawhorses using the 2-1/2″ pocket hole screws. I added a “twist” to the sawhorse set up… I took the remaining piece of 2×4 and cut it in half. I set the brackets 4″ in from each end of the cross pieces so that I didn’t trip over the legs every time I’m working at the table! The cross pieces are then clamped in the bracket and fastened with screws or nails. So if your table will have a heavy top, use nails in the sawhorse bracket legs! Just remember this: screws will break and nails will bend.

I didn’t have any nails on hand, so I used screws. The 2×4 pieces are inserted into the brackets, then fastened in place using nails.

Step by Step Instructions to Use Sawhorse Brackets

Sawhorse brackets for desk