Every good work shop needs a strong, durable and functional workbench.
So you have the ideal work shop but are still in need of a great workbench.
Isn't it about time that you build the bench of your dreams.
The first thing to consider is what will the bench primarily be used for.
Most workbenches that people build are for general use, there all specialty benches though designed for woodworking, electronics or even gardening.
Next figure out where in your work shop area you be able to build and install the bench.
Will it go against a wall or be freestanding out in the middle of the room? Will it be a high bench or a low bench? Do you need specialsuch accommodations as a vise or power strips? Will tools be stored in, on or around it? Basically think about what you want from your dream workbench.
There is nothing more exasperating than building something only to discover later that it doesn't do what you had hoped it would do.
Take your time here and think about it.
Do you know anything about building a workbench? Have you built one before? Are you just going to wing it? Are you going to rundown to the lumber yard and buy a bunch of 2 x 4's and plywood and slap something together? I sure hope not.
There is always a right way and a wrong way to do something.
The right way almost always guarantees a project that will be satisfying and functional.
In the this case the right way is to get a good set of workbench plans.
Workbench plans come in many different style packages designed to meet the level of building expertise of the user.
All should have at least diagrams showing how the workbench is put together.
Those that come with pictures give you a visual goal to strive for.
And the most helpful sets come with a complete materials list so you know exactly what to buy.
This list includes the wood, metal fasteners and any other special parts required.
A good set of workbench plans will help ensure that you get what you really want so look around.
There are several magazines that occasionally have workbench plans which do have allthree of the basic elements which include diagrams, pictures and a material list.
There are also books that have workbench plans, you can also find some goodplans online.
Find a set of plans that has all three of attributes that were mentioned.
So you have the ideal work shop but are still in need of a great workbench.
Isn't it about time that you build the bench of your dreams.
The first thing to consider is what will the bench primarily be used for.
Most workbenches that people build are for general use, there all specialty benches though designed for woodworking, electronics or even gardening.
Next figure out where in your work shop area you be able to build and install the bench.
Will it go against a wall or be freestanding out in the middle of the room? Will it be a high bench or a low bench? Do you need specialsuch accommodations as a vise or power strips? Will tools be stored in, on or around it? Basically think about what you want from your dream workbench.
There is nothing more exasperating than building something only to discover later that it doesn't do what you had hoped it would do.
Take your time here and think about it.
Do you know anything about building a workbench? Have you built one before? Are you just going to wing it? Are you going to rundown to the lumber yard and buy a bunch of 2 x 4's and plywood and slap something together? I sure hope not.
There is always a right way and a wrong way to do something.
The right way almost always guarantees a project that will be satisfying and functional.
In the this case the right way is to get a good set of workbench plans.
Workbench plans come in many different style packages designed to meet the level of building expertise of the user.
All should have at least diagrams showing how the workbench is put together.
Those that come with pictures give you a visual goal to strive for.
And the most helpful sets come with a complete materials list so you know exactly what to buy.
This list includes the wood, metal fasteners and any other special parts required.
A good set of workbench plans will help ensure that you get what you really want so look around.
There are several magazines that occasionally have workbench plans which do have allthree of the basic elements which include diagrams, pictures and a material list.
There are also books that have workbench plans, you can also find some goodplans online.
Find a set of plans that has all three of attributes that were mentioned.
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