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plywood glued to 2x4 supports-- ways to remove?

  • 08 Jan 2026 5:28 PM
    Message # 13583012

    TIL why you don't use wood glue on anything on a workbench you plan to replace. 

    I built one of Steve Ramsey's mobile workbenches, and configured it for a Ridgid compact saw. Today when I went to use that space for my new Sawstop Compact, I discovered that I both screwed AND glued the shelf in place. A prybar just deforms the 2x4 supports holding the thing up. 

    My first thought was to rent a sawzall to cut the sheet of plywood free, but I might try my jigsaw tomorrow first. 

    Any other thoughts or suggestions?

    Update: The Facebook Beginning Woodworkers group suggested an oscillating multi-tool, so I ordered one of those.


    Last modified: 09 Jan 2026 4:49 PM | Mark Whisler

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