When I first got my sprayer, I used to improvise, propping up pieces to be finished on all sorts of boxes, horses and such. Recently, I decided to bite the bullet and build a proper turntable. I’m not sure why I waited so long; it has made spraying much less onerous. My rig is based on a 12" lazy susan bearing sandwiched between two scraps of OSB. I made the bottom one square for stability, while rounding the top one to keep the corners from catching the hose as I spin the table. The overhang on this disk serves two purposes: it protects the bearing from overspray, and it allows me to rotate the table with my foot, leaving my hands free to manipulate the gun and wrangle the hose. The table surface is another piece of OSB. It is connected to the base via two matching 3" PVC toilet flanges and a length of 3" PVC drainpipe. The pipe is just friction fit into the flanges so the height of the turntable can be easily adjusted by keeping a few different length pipes on hand. 

—Chris Wand,
Lafayette, Colorado

A Practical Upgrade for Any Woodshop

If you’re looking for a basic woodshop project that delivers everyday benefits, this spray stand is hard to beat. It’s easy to build from common materials you may already have in the shop—scrap OSB, PVC pipe, and a lazy susan bearing. The design is flexible enough to support large panels, small parts, or anything in between. Best of all, it clears the way for clean, consistent finishes. You’ll spend less time setting up and more time getting results. For weekend woodworkers and pros alike, it’s a practical addition that instantly levels up your workflow.

Improve Results With a Spray-Ready Setup

Having a proper paint spray stand makes it much easier to apply finish evenly and efficiently. You can keep the workpiece steady, rotate it as needed, and focus on your technique instead of fighting your setup. It’s also safer—less tipping, fewer surprises. If you’re new to spraying, our guide Spraying Made Simple walks through the essential steps for dialing in your space, your equipment and your process. With the right setup and a bit of practice, you'll be turning out smooth finishes in no time.

A Great Starter Project for Spray Beginners

This stand also makes a solid entry point into simple carpentry projects. It doesn’t require fancy joinery or advanced skills—just a few thoughtful cuts and some screw driving. The friction-fit PVC column makes it easy to swap heights depending on what you’re finishing. And once you’ve used it a few times, you may find yourself modifying the design for new tasks. That’s part of the fun. Building your own shop jigs helps you work smarter, and it’s a satisfying way to sharpen your skills along the way.

Questions?

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