workbenches

AndyC_1 · 01-09-05, 11:41

I'm in the process of designing an L shaped bench to fit in the corner of my single car garage and wondered if any has any plans for something they've either done or plan to do.

It will be timber in construction and use MDF for the top and a lower shelf. I'll post pics of the garage as it stands as soon as I can download them.

Thanks in advance

holland_patrick · 01-09-05, 01:23

I can tell you a little something that might be better.. For an L go to a hardware store (i'm not sure if you have those in the UK you can find an L at those cheap enough) and buy a kitchen counter and then get two cabnits and then have a nice place to store things either a draw on or a door front if you want to get fance the corner one can be a lazy susan .

just a thought

LouisanaJeeper · 01-09-05, 01:47

is this going to be permanant?

i made mine permanat. i used 2x6 and tied it into the wall studs with a stringer lag screwed in along the back, the front is supported with 2x6 legs.
it is basically frmed like a porch or deck and coupld probably support 600lb+ per 6' section

Pondscum · 01-09-05, 02:25

MDF is a bit rough for the surface of a work bench. You might consider using cabinet grade plywood (moderately expensive) or if you want to go a cheaper route, top your MDF with hardboard. The advantage to that is if you get it messed up or stained, you can replace the hardboard cheaply.

AndyC_1 · 01-10-05, 06:24

Quote:

Originally posted by holland_patrick
I can tell you a little something that might be better.. For an L go to a hardware store (i'm not sure if you have those in the UK you can find an L at those cheap enough) and buy a kitchen counter and then get two cabnits and then have a nice place to store things either a draw on or a door front if you want to get fance the corner one can be a lazy susan .

just a thought

Hey now THAT'S an idea and it sounds better than my initial plan - worktop is fairly cheap (particularly when you know someone in the trade

Thanks for that

erok01 · 01-10-05, 06:51

I just used a counter top from Home Depot, I think it cost $20.
The cabinets were free from a buddy that does remodeling, they were old ones and will soon get a facelift.

Pondscum · 01-10-05, 08:23

I've got those craftsman socket handles just like yours. I really like them. You can take them with you and get the exact size you need plus instantly see when you have one missing.

OGauge4Me · 01-14-05, 12:03

erok01
Very nice use of the space!

Steve1996LT1 · 01-14-05, 12:06

Quote:

Originally posted by erok01
I just used a counter top from Home Depot, I think it cost $20.
The cabinets were free from a buddy that does remodeling, they were old ones and will soon get a facelift.

Great idea. I will have to check this out.

holland_patrick · 01-14-05, 12:18

ya that is what i was talking about my family had a conter top done but they cut it wrong and i ended up using it as a desk..

fertzguy · 01-14-05, 01:56

nice setup

SilverLexus · 01-15-05, 08:38

I am very happy with my Sam's Club stainless steel workbench. Works well and I get lots of compliments on the design. $109 is a decent price also.