Sawhorse
3D CAD that thinks in 2×4s.
A desktop 3D design tool for DIY lumber projects. Model a workbench or a shed in real boards, then print the cut list.
About Sawhorse
General-purpose CAD treats everything as abstract geometry. Sawhorse starts from the lumber aisle: parts are real boards with real dimensions, so a 2×4 is actually 1½ × 3½ inches and your model matches what you bring home.
Designs are parametric, joints are first-class, and when you’re done Sawhorse exports a bill of materials and a cut list you can take to the garage.
What we’re building
Lumber-native parts
Model with dimensional lumber and sheet goods, not anonymous boxes.
Parametric modeling
Change one measurement and the project updates around it.
Joinery built in
Joints are part of the model instead of something you fake.
BOM and cut lists
Export a shopping list and a cut list straight from the design.
Questions
When will it be available?
Sawhorse is in development. Follow the blog for progress.